Hellfire - Revision history

Umbire the Phantom: copyedit

2025-01-29T17:50:11Z

copyedit

Umbire the Phantom: couple other candidates

2024-04-24T23:26:47Z

couple other candidates

Umbire the Phantom: disambig

2024-04-24T23:21:01Z

disambig

Umbire the Phantom: adjust lede, sections for slash'em

2022-12-15T17:57:02Z

adjust lede, sections for slash'em

Umbire the Phantom at 15:49, 12 April 2022

2022-04-12T15:49:26Z

Umbire the Phantom: /* Strategy */

2022-04-12T13:37:41Z

‎Strategy

Umbire the Phantom: Source code says "Exploding bolts will be destroyed", citations for both appearances

2022-04-12T13:37:18Z

Source code says "Exploding bolts will be destroyed", citations for both appearances

Umbire the Phantom at 13:14, 12 April 2022

2022-04-12T13:14:58Z

Bluescreenofdeath at 12:35, 29 January 2019

2019-01-29T12:35:20Z

Bluescreenofdeath: Add info about projectile breaking

2019-01-29T12:34:30Z

Add info about projectile breaking

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 * [[Hellfire (SLASH'EM)]], an artifact that appears in SLASH'EM, SlashTHEM and Hack'EM.
-* [[Hellfire (dNetHack)]], an artifact that appears in dNetHack and notdNetHack.
+* [[Hellfire (dNetHack)]], an artifact that appears in dNetHack, notdNetHack and notnotdNetHack.
-* [[Hellfire component]], an item that appears in dNetHack and notdNetHack.
+* [[Hellfire component]], an item that appears in dNetHack, notdNetHack and notnotdNetHack.
-* [[Monster spells#Ray-type spells|The fire ray-type monster spell]] used by [[barbed devils]] in EvilHack, which is flavored as "hellfire".
+* [[Fireball (monster spell)]], a monster spell which is flavored as "hellfire" when used by [[barbed devil]]s in EvilHack and Hack'EM.
 {{disambig}}

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 * [[Hellfire (SLASH'EM)]], an artifact that appears in SLASH'EM, SlashTHEM and Hack'EM.
 * [[Hellfire (dNetHack)]], an artifact that appears in dNetHack and notdNetHack.
 {{disambig}}

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-'''Hellfire''' is an artifact that appears in [[SLASH'EM]], [[dNetHack]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[chaotic]]-aligned, and its [[base item]]-type is a [[crossbow]]. In all variants, Hellfire grants [[fire resistance]] when wielded.
+On NetHackWiki, '''Hellfire''' may refer to any of the following:
-==Description==
+* [[Hellfire (SLASH'EM)]], an artifact that appears in SLASH'EM, SlashTHEM and Hack'EM.
-<simpletabs>
+* [[Hellfire (dNetHack)]], an artifact that appears in dNetHack and notdNetHack.
-SLASH'EM|{{artifact weapon
+{{disambig}}

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-'''Hellfire''' is an artifact that appears in [[SLASH'EM]], [[dNetHack]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[chaotic]]-aligned, and its [[base item]]-type is a [[crossbow]]; it is one of two missile-launching artifacts added to SLASH'EM, with the other being [[Plague]] (which also appears in the same variants). In all variants, Hellfire grants [[fire resistance]] when wielded.
+'''Hellfire''' is an artifact that appears in [[SLASH'EM]], [[dNetHack]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[chaotic]]-aligned, and its [[base item]]-type is a [[crossbow]]. In all variants, Hellfire grants [[fire resistance]] when wielded.
 ==Description==
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 }}
-SLASH'EM is the first variant that Hellfire appears in. It can be rarely created through random generation, or given as a [[sacrifice gift]]; as crossbows are relatively abundant, it is not uncommon to come across Hellfire lying about in the dungeon or in a weapon or armor [[shop]].
+SLASH'EM is the first variant that Hellfire appears in; it is one of two missile-launching artifacts first added to SLASH'EM, with the other being [[Plague]] (which also appears in the same variants as Hellfire).
 Hellfire has a flat +5 to-hit bonus and +7 damage; [[crossbow bolt]]s fired from it cause fiery explosions in a 3x3 square centered on any target they hit, doing an additional 2d6 damage.{{refsrc|dothrow.c|1536|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}{{refsrc|explode.c|154|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/dothrow.c#L1651 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 dothrow.c, line 1651]</ref><ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/explode.c#L154 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 explode.c, line 154]</ref>This also applies to monsters shooting bolts from Hellfire, with the bolt being destroyed on impact.{{refsrc|mthrowu.c|146|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}{{refsrc|explode.c|156|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/mthrowu.c#L175 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 mthrowu.c, line 175]</ref><ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/explode.c#L156 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 explode.c, line 156]</ref>
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-In SlashTHEM, Hellfire is statistically unchanged from its appearance in SLASH'EM, but is now one of the many artifacts that can only be created at [[The Forge]].<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/smith.c#L61 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 smith.c, line 61]</ref>
+In SlashTHEM, Hellfire is statistically unchanged from its appearance in SLASH'EM, but is now one of the many artifacts that can be created at [[The Forge]].<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/smith.c#L61 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 smith.c, line 61]</ref>
 </simpletabs>
 {{clear}}

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-{{artifact weapon
+'''Hellfire''' is an artifact that appears in [[SLASH'EM]], [[dNetHack]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[chaotic]]-aligned, and its [[base item]]-type is a [[crossbow]]; it is one of two missile-launching artifacts added to SLASH'EM, with the other being [[Plague]] (which also appears in the same variants). In all variants, Hellfire grants [[fire resistance]] when wielded.
   | color=wood color
   | name=Hellfire
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-'''Hellfire''' is an artifact that appears in [[SLASH'EM]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[chaotic]]-aligned, and its base item is a [[crossbow]]; it is one of two missile-launching artifacts added to SLASH'EM, with the other being [[Plague]]. When wielded, Hellfire grants [[fire resistance]].
+SLASH'EM is the first variant that Hellfire appears in. It can be rarely created through random generation, or given as a [[sacrifice gift]]; as crossbows are relatively abundant, it is not uncommon to come across Hellfire lying about in the dungeon or in a weapon or armor [[shop]].
 Hellfire has a flat +5 to-hit bonus and +7 damage; [[crossbow bolt]]s fired from it cause fiery explosions in a 3x3 square centered on any target they hit, doing an additional 2d6 damage.{{refsrc|dothrow.c|1536|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}{{refsrc|explode.c|154|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/dothrow.c#L1651 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 dothrow.c, line 1651]</ref><ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/explode.c#L154 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 explode.c, line 154]</ref>This also applies to monsters shooting bolts from Hellfire, with the bolt being destroyed on impact.{{refsrc|mthrowu.c|146|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}{{refsrc|explode.c|156|version=SLASH'EM 0.0.7E7F2}}<ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/mthrowu.c#L175 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 mthrowu.c, line 175]</ref><ref>[https://github.com/Soviet5lo/SlashTHEM/blob/v0.9.6/src/explode.c#L156 SlashTHEM 0.9.6 explode.c, line 156]</ref>
-==Generation==
+===Strategy===
 In theory, Hellfire is great for a character who wants to do a lot of ranged fighting, as it turns ordinary crossbow bolts into potent weapons. However, several caveats apply:
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 With all of this in mind, [[Rogue]]s and [[Ranger]]s are likely to benefit the most from discovering Hellfire - they can reach expert in [[crossbow]] skill, making Hellfire a viable alternative to firearms for them.
 ==References==
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 {{variant-343}}
 [[Category:SLASH'EM artifact weapons]]
 [[Category:SlashTHEM artifact weapons]]

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 In theory, Hellfire is great for a character who wants to do a lot of ranged fighting, as it turns ordinary crossbow bolts into potent weapons. However, several caveats apply:
-Due to the range of the explosions, you should avoid firing Hellfire at a target that is either point-blank range or adjacent to anything you don't want to hit, such as [[pet]]s, [[aligned priest]]s, and [[shopkeeper]]s. In addition, crossbows are two-handed weapons in SLASH'EM and its variants, making [[shield]]s of any kind an obstruction; SLASH'EM's increased blasting damage also means that cross-aligned players should avoid Hellfire in particular, as re-wielding the weapon each time you switch from melee to ranged combat will cause too much damage. Finally, the presence of rapid-fire [[machine gun]]s and other [[firearm]]s make Hellfire less powerful than some mundane alternatives for most roles.
+Due to the range of the explosions, you should avoid firing Hellfire at a target that is either point-blank range or adjacent to anything you don't want to hit, such as [[pet]]s, [[aligned priest]]s, and [[shopkeeper]]s. In addition, crossbows are two-handed weapons in SLASH'EM and its variants, making [[shield]]s of any kind an obstruction; SLASH'EM's increased blasting damage also means that cross-aligned players should avoid Hellfire in particular, as re-wielding the weapon each time you switch from melee to ranged combat will cause too much damage. Finally, the presence of rapid-fire [[heavy machine gun]]s and other [[firearm]]s make Hellfire less powerful than some mundane alternatives for most roles.
 With all of this in mind, [[Rogue]]s and [[Ranger]]s are likely to benefit the most from discovering Hellfire - they can reach expert in [[crossbow]] skill, making Hellfire a viable alternative to firearms for them.

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 {{artifact weapon
-| color=wood color
+ | color=wood color
-| name=Hellfire
+ | name=Hellfire
-| base=crossbow
+ | base=crossbow
-| smalldmg=1d2 '''+7''' (+2d6)
+ | smalldmg=1d2 '''+7''' (+2d6)
-| largedmg=1d2 '''+7''' (+2d6)
+ | largedmg=1d2 '''+7''' (+2d6)
-| tohit='''+5'''
+ | tohit='''+5'''
-| skill=crossbow
+ | skill=crossbow
-| affiliation=* [[chaotic]]
+ | affiliation=<ul><li>[[chaotic]]</li></ul>
-| whenwielded=* [[fire resistance]]
+ | whenwielded=<ul><li>[[fire resistance]]</li></ul>
-| cost=4000
+ | cost=4000
-| weight=50
+ | weight=50
-| material=wood
+ | material=wood
 }}
-'''Hellfire''' is an artifact [[crossbow]] added in [[SLASH'EM]].<ref>http://www.angelfire.com/trek/mazewest/spoilers/arti_007e6.txt</ref> Along with [[Plague]], it is one of two new missile-launching artifacts in SLASH'EM. It has a flat +5 to hit, +7 damage, and bolts fired from it cause explosions at the feet of its target, doing an additional 2d6 damage. Contrary to what one might expect, an exploding bolt isn't necessarily used up; the standard chances of breakage ("[[mulching]]" rates) apply. Hellfire also provides [[fire resistance]] when wielded. Since crossbows are relatively abundant, it's not uncommon to come across Hellfire lying about in the dungeon or in a weapon or armor shop.
 ==Strategy==
-Hellfire is great for a character who wants to do a lot of ranged fighting, as it turns ordinary crossbow bolts into potent weapons. However, some caveats apply. Fired bolts explode in a 3x3 square, hitting anything in the area. Therefore, you should avoid firing Hellfire at point blank range, or when your target is adjacent to anything you don't want to hit, such as pets, aligned priests, and shopkeepers. Finally, it should be noted that crossbows are two-handed weapons and therefore a player using Hellfire frequently may want to avoid wearing shields so she can easily switch back and forth to melee mode. Finally, due to SLASH'EM's increased blasting damage, nonchaotics shouldn't bother with Hellfire since re-wielding the weapon each time you switch from melee to ranged combat will cause too much damage.
+In theory, Hellfire is great for a character who wants to do a lot of ranged fighting, as it turns ordinary crossbow bolts into potent weapons. However, several caveats apply:
-Due to the presence of rapid-fire machine guns and the like in SLASH'EM, Hellfire is less powerful than some mundane alternatives for most roles. The exceptions are [[Rogue]] and [[Ranger]], both of whom can reach expert in the [[crossbow]] skill and therefore use Hellfire as a viable alternative to firearms.
+With all of this in mind, [[Rogue]]s and [[Ranger]]s are likely to benefit the most from discovering Hellfire - they can reach expert in [[crossbow]] skill, making Hellfire a viable alternative to firearms for them.
 ==References==
 <references/>
 [[Category:SLASH'EM artifact weapons]]

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 | material=wood
 }}
-'''Hellfire''' is an artifact [[crossbow]] added in [[SLASH'EM]].<ref>http://www.angelfire.com/trek/mazewest/spoilers/arti_007e6.txt</ref> Along with [[Plague]], it is one of two new missile-launching artifacts in SLASH'EM. It has a flat +5 to hit, +7 damage, and bolts fired from it cause explosions at the feet of its target, doing an additional 2d6 damage. It also provides [[fire resistance]] when wielded. Since crossbows are relatively abundant, it's not uncommon to come across Hellfire lying about in the dungeon or in a weapon or armor shop.
+'''Hellfire''' is an artifact [[crossbow]] added in [[SLASH'EM]].<ref>http://www.angelfire.com/trek/mazewest/spoilers/arti_007e6.txt</ref> Along with [[Plague]], it is one of two new missile-launching artifacts in SLASH'EM. It has a flat +5 to hit, +7 damage, and bolts fired from it cause explosions at the feet of its target, doing an additional 2d6 damage. Contrary to what one might expect, an exploding bolt isn't necessarily used up; the standard chances of breakage apply. Hellfire also provides [[fire resistance]] when wielded. Since crossbows are relatively abundant, it's not uncommon to come across Hellfire lying about in the dungeon or in a weapon or armor shop.
 ==Strategy==