Scorpion - Revision history

Umbire the Phantom: copyedit

2025-10-07T21:00:47Z

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Umbire the Phantom: thanks!

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Ion frigate: special-cased like killer bees

2025-05-22T01:44:54Z

special-cased like killer bees

Umbire the Phantom: gen, history, origin, var

2024-01-04T19:12:08Z

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Umbire the Phantom: formatting + copyedit + update pass

2024-01-04T19:01:38Z

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Qazmlpok: Undo revision 124656 by Andrio Celos (talk)

2018-11-14T02:56:31Z

Undo revision 124656 by Andrio Celos (talk)

Andrio Celos: 65% chance to confer poison resistance.

2018-11-13T06:47:53Z

65% chance to confer poison resistance.

ChasonBot at 05:39, 21 December 2015

2015-12-21T05:39:33Z

Erica: fix poison resistance chance

2011-12-12T14:50:09Z

fix poison resistance chance

Erica: fix frequency

2011-09-11T01:00:05Z

fix frequency

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   |frequency=2
   |genocidable=Yes
-  |attacks=Claw 1d2, Claw 1d2, Sting 1d4 [[poison]]
+  |attacks=[[Claw attack|Claw]] 1d2 [[Physical damage|physical]], Claw 1d2 physical, [[Sting attack|sting]] 1d4 [[poison]] ([[strength]])
-  |resistances conveyed=poison (50%)
+  |resistances conveyed=[[poison resistance]] (50%)
-  |resistances=poison
+  |resistances=[[poison resistance]]
   |attributes={{attributes|A scorpion|conceal=1|animal=1|nohands=1|oviparous=1|pois=1|carnivore=1|hostile=1}}
   |size=Small
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   |reference=[[monst.c#line865]]
 }}
-A '''scorpion''', {{monsym|scorpion}}, is a type of [[monster]] that appears in [[NetHack]]. It is a small [[carnivorous]] and [[oviparous]] [[animal]] that has the highest difficulty among non-[[unique]] [[arachnid or centipede]] monsters, and like others in the [[monster class]] can [[hide]] under objects.
+A scorpion has two claw attacks and a [[poisonous]] [[sting attack]] that can drain strength, and possesses [[poison resistance]].
-A scorpion has two claw attacks and a [[poisonous]] sting attack, and possesses [[poison resistance]].
+A scorpion [[corpse]] is poisonous to eat, and eating a scorpion corpse or [[tin]] has a {{frac|2}} chance of conveying poison resistance, which is higher than what would be expected for their base level due to a special case in the source code.{{refsrc|src/eat.c|842|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=When eating a scorpion corpse, the code ignores their base level and automatically grants poison resistance {{frac|4}} of the time; the other {{frac|3|4}} of the time, there is the usual level-based {{frac|5|15}} chance of granting it.  Combined together, these probabilities equal a {{frac|2}} chance.}}
 ==Generation==
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 Scorpions additionally appear among the random {{white|s}} that are part of the first quest monster class for [[Tourist]]s and make up {{frac|24|175}} of the monsters randomly generated on the [[Tourist quest]].
-One scorpion is generated on the [[Plane of Earth]].
+One scorpion is generated on the [[Plane of Earth]] at level creation.
 Scorpions generated at level creation are given a random item to hide under.{{refsrc|src/makemon.c|1243|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=spiders and the like get a free house}}
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 ==Strategy==
 Scorpions are quite fast at 15 speed, and while not much harder to hit than other monsters in their class, they can be a nasty surprise for the unprepared low-level character, especially if they lack poison resistance. As with other poisonous hiding monsters, [[projectile]]s and other [[ranged attack]]s are among the best methods to deal with a scorpion, and they can be kept away with [[Elbereth]], though melee is viable if you have poison resistance. Characters with an extrinsic source of the property can eat a scorpion corpse to try and gain the extrinsic.
 ==History==
 The scorpion first appears in [[Hack 1.0]]; a possible predecessor in the [[giant scorpion]] appears in Hack for PDP-11, based on [[Jay Fenlason's Hack]]. From [[NetHack 1.3d]] to [[NetHack 2.3e]], the scorpion appears if the SPIDERS [[compile-time option]] is ''not'' defined, and is otherwise replaced by the [[giant spider]]. [[NetHack 3.0.0]] includes both the giant spider and scorpion in its default bestiary.
-In [[NetHack 3.4.3]] and previous versions, a wish for a "Scorpius egg" produces an egg that will never actually hatch, since Scorpius is a unique monster. This is fixed in [[NetHack 3.6.0]] via {{commit|029ca9f294382e34f5cf2b84b3e28c8445138a6e|commit 029ca9f}} to produce a normal scorpion egg instead of forbidding it outright.<ref name="scorpius"/>
+In [[NetHack 3.4.3]] and previous versions, a wish for a "Scorpius egg" produces an egg that will never actually hatch, since Scorpius is a unique monster. This is fixed in [[NetHack 3.6.0]] via {{commit|029ca9f294382e34f5cf2b84b3e28c8445138a6e}} so that such a wish will produce a normal scorpion egg, instead of forbidding it outright.<ref name="scorpius"/>
 ==Origin==
 {{wikipedia}}
-Scorpions are predatory arachnids of the order Scorpiones, with eight legs, an easily-recognized pair of grasping pincers, and a narrow, segmented tail that is often carried in a characteristic forward curve over the back, with a stinger at its tip. Scorpions mainly live in deserts, but have adapted to a wide range of environmental conditions, and can be found on all continents except Antarctica. There are current over 2,500 described species, with 22 extant (living) families recognized to date.
+Scorpions are predatory arachnids of the order ''Scorpiones'' with eight legs, an easily-recognized pair of grasping pincers, and a narrow, segmented tail that is often carried in a characteristic forward curve over the back, with a stinger at its tip. Scorpions mainly live in deserts, but have adapted to a wide range of environmental conditions, and can be found on all continents except Antarctica. There are current over 2,500 described species, with 22 extant (living) families recognized to date.
 Scorpions primarily prey on insects and other invertebrates, with some species hunting vertebrates as well. They use their pincers to restrain and kill prey and defend against their own predators along with their venomous sting. All known species give live birth, as opposed to the eggs laid by the scorpions of ''NetHack'', and the female cares for the young as their exoskeletons harden, transporting them on her back. The vast majority of scorpion species do not seriously threaten humans, and healthy adults usually do not need medical treatment after a sting. About 25 species (fewer than one percent) have venom capable of killing a human, which happens most frequently in the parts of the world where access to medical treatment is unlikely.
-Scorpions appear frquently in art, folklore, mythology, and commercial brands. Scorpius is the name of a constellation, and the corresponding astrological sign is Scorpio - a classical myth about Scorpius tells how the giant scorpion and its enemy [[Orion]] became constellations on opposite sides of the sky, which is the basis for the role of both monsters and the presence of several scorpions in the Ranger quest.
+Scorpions appear frquently in art, folklore, mythology, and commercial brands. Scorpius is the name of a constellation, and the corresponding astrological sign is Scorpio&mdash;a classical myth about Scorpius tells how the giant scorpion and its enemy [[Orion]] became constellations on opposite sides of the sky, which is the basis for the role of both monsters and the presence of several scorpions in the Ranger quest.
 ==Variants==

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 A scorpion has two claw attacks and a [[poisonous]] sting attack, and possesses [[poison resistance]].
-A scorpion [[corpse]] is poisonous to eat, but eating a scorpion corpse or [[tin]] has a {{frac|2}} chance of conveying poison resistance, higher than would be expected for their base level due to a special case in the source code.{{refsrc|src/eat.c|842|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=When eating a scorpion corpse, the code ignores their base level and automatically grants poison resistance {{frac|4}} of the time; the other {{frac|3|4}} of the time, there is the usual level-based {{frac|5|15}} chance to grant it.  Combined together, these probabilities equal a {{frac|2}} chance.}}
+A scorpion [[corpse]] is poisonous to eat, and eating a scorpion corpse or [[tin]] has a {{frac|2}} chance of conveying poison resistance, which is higher than would be expected for their base level due to a special case in the source code.{{refsrc|src/eat.c|842|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=When eating a scorpion corpse, the code ignores their base level and automatically grants poison resistance {{frac|4}} of the time; the other {{frac|3|4}} of the time, there is the usual level-based {{frac|5|15}} chance to grant it.  Combined together, these probabilities equal a {{frac|2}} chance.}}
 ==Generation==

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 A scorpion has two claw attacks and a [[poisonous]] sting attack, and possesses [[poison resistance]].
-A scorpion [[corpse]] is poisonous to eat, but eating a scorpion corpse or [[tin]] has a {{frac|2}} chance of conveying poison resistance.
+A scorpion [[corpse]] is poisonous to eat, but eating a scorpion corpse or [[tin]] has a {{frac|2}} chance of conveying poison resistance, higher than would be expected for their base level due to a special case in the source code.{{refsrc|src/eat.c|842|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=When eating a scorpion corpse, the code ignores their base level and automatically grants poison resistance {{frac|4}} of the time; the other {{frac|3|4}} of the time, there is the usual level-based {{frac|5|15}} chance to grant it.  Combined together, these probabilities equal a {{frac|2}} chance.}}
 ==Generation==

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 ==Generation==
-Randomly generated scorpions are always created hostile.
+Randomly generated scorpions are always created hostile. It is possible to [[wish]] for a "[[Scorpius]] [[egg]]", which will produce a normal scorpion egg.{{refsrc|src/mon.c|3900|version=NetHack 3.6.7|name="scorpius"}}
 The scorpion is the second [[quest]] monster for [[Ranger]]s, and makes up {{frac|24|175}} of the monsters randomly generated on the [[Ranger quest]]. Several scorpions are generated on each floor of the quest branch at level creation: two are placed randomly within the grove of the home level, one is generated on the upper filler level, four are generated on the locate level, two each are generated on the lower filler level(s), and six are generated on the goal level, including one in each corner of the map. Scorpions also appear among the random {{white|s}} that are part of the second quest monster class for Rangers, and make up {{frac|6|175}} of the monsters randomly generated there.
 Scorpions additionally appear among the random {{white|s}} that are part of the first quest monster class for [[Tourist]]s and make up {{frac|24|175}} of the monsters randomly generated on the [[Tourist quest]].
 Scorpions generated at level creation are given a random item to hide under.{{refsrc|src/makemon.c|1243|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=spiders and the like get a free house}}
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 ==History==
-The scorpion first appears in [[Hack 1.0]]; a possible predecessor in the giant scorpion appears in Hack for PDP-11, based on [[Jay Fenlason's Hack]]. From [[NetHack 1.3d]] to [[NetHack 2.3e]], the scorpion appears if the SPIDERS [[compile-time option]] is ''not'' defined, and is otherwise replaced by the [[giant spider]]. [[NetHack 3.0.0]] includes both the giant spider and scorpion in its default bestiary.
+The scorpion first appears in [[Hack 1.0]]; a possible predecessor in the [[giant scorpion]] appears in Hack for PDP-11, based on [[Jay Fenlason's Hack]]. From [[NetHack 1.3d]] to [[NetHack 2.3e]], the scorpion appears if the SPIDERS [[compile-time option]] is ''not'' defined, and is otherwise replaced by the [[giant spider]]. [[NetHack 3.0.0]] includes both the giant spider and scorpion in its default bestiary.
 ==Encyclopedia entry==

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   |reference=[[monst.c#line865]]
 }}
-The '''scorpion''', {{monsym|scorpion}}, is a [[monster]] in [[NetHack]]. They are faster than [[you]], have a [[poison]]ous sting, and can [[hiding|hide]] under items, making them a dangerous opponent for low level characters. Their corpses are poisonous, and convey poison resistance 50% of the time. Scorpions are frequently generated in the [[ranger quest]].
 ==Strategy==
-Fighting with a scorpion can be fatal if you lack poison resistance or high [[magic cancellation]]. If you have poor strength (or a bad weapon), then don't fight them in melee! Try to use spells/wands/projectiles or (semi)permanent [[Elbereth|E-word]].
+Scorpions are quite fast at 15 speed, and while not much harder to hit than other monsters in their class, they can be a nasty surprise for the unprepared low-level character, especially if they lack poison resistance. As with other poisonous hiding monsters, [[projectile]]s and other [[ranged attack]]s are among the best methods to deal with a scorpion, and they can be kept away with [[Elbereth]], though melee is viable if you have poison resistance. Characters with an extrinsic source of the property can eat a scorpion corpse to try and gain the extrinsic.
 ==Encyclopedia entry==
 {{encyclopedia|
 A sub-species of the spider (_Scorpionidae_), the scorpion
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+==References==
 [[Category:Monsters]]

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