Spellbook of remove curse - Revision history

Umbire the Phantom: xnh

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xnh

Umbire the Phantom: /* dNetHack */ correction

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‎dNetHack: correction

Umbire the Phantom: tweaks

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Umbire the Phantom: /* dNetHack */ word choice

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Umbire the Phantom: other variants

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Umbire the Phantom: /* Strategy */ word choice, details

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‎Strategy: word choice, details

Umbire the Phantom: /* Strategy */ better paragraphing

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 ===FIQHack===
 In [[FIQHack]], monsters can use the same set of spells as the hero, with skill levels to match, and can learn and utilize the remove curse spell.
 ===Hack'EM===

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 ===dNetHack===
-In [[dNetHack]], [[notdNetHack]] and [[notnotdNetHack]], the spell of remove curse is also a special spell for [[Elf (starting race)#dNetHack|elven]] heroes. [[Drow Healer]] women can start the game having forgotten the spell of remove curse.
+In [[dNetHack]], [[notdNetHack]] and [[notnotdNetHack]], the spell of remove curse is also a special spell for [[Elf (starting race)#dNetHack|elven]] heroes. [[Drow Healer]]s of both genders can start the game having forgotten the spell of remove curse.
 Successfully casting the spell can cure [[Weeping angel (dNetHack)|weeping angel]] contamination, abnormal bleeding and [[mummy rot]] in addition to its normal effects.

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 ==Description==
-The spell of remove curse behaves identically to reading a [[scroll of remove curse]]:{{refsrc|src/zap.c|1143|nethack=3.6.7|comment=the spell code directly calls the scroll effects}} when successfully cast, the spell replicates the effects of the [[scroll]] depending on the [[skill]] level it is cast at.{{refsrc|src/zap.c|1149|nethack=3.6.7}}{{refsrc|src/read.c|1270|nethack=3.6.7}}
+The spell of remove curse behaves identically to reading a [[scroll of remove curse]]:{{refsrc|src/zap.c|1143|nethack=3.6.7|comment=the spell code directly calls the scroll effects}} when successfully [[cast]], the spell replicates the effects of the [[scroll]] depending on the [[skill]] level it is cast at.{{refsrc|src/zap.c|1149|nethack=3.6.7}}{{refsrc|src/read.c|1270|nethack=3.6.7}}
 Casting the spell at Basic skill or lower behaves the same as reading the uncursed scroll, uncursing all cursed items from the [[hero]]'s applicable [[worn]] items, [[wielded]] [[weapon]]s, [[quiver]]ed [[projectile]] ammunition or weapons (e.g. [[spear]]s, [[dagger]]s, [[arrow]]s, or [[flint stone]]s), tied [[leash]]es, and carried [[loadstone]]s.{{refsrc|src/read.c|1281|nethack=3.6.7}}{{refsrc|src/read.c|1293|nethack=3.6.7}}{{refsrc|src/read.c|1318|nethack=3.6.7}} Casting the spell at Skilled or higher behaves the same as reading the blessed scroll, and uncurses all cursed items in a hero's open inventory. Successfully casting the spell at any skill level also frees the hero from [[punishment]] by removing the [[iron chain]] attaching a [[heavy iron ball]] to them.{{refsrc|src/read.c|1341|nethack=3.6.7}}
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 ==Variants==
 ===SLASH'EM===
-In [[SLASH'EM]], the spell of remove curse is is [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)|re-categorized]] to a level 5 [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)#Protection spells|protection spell]].
+In [[SLASH'EM]], the spell of remove curse is [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)|re-categorized]] to a level 5 [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)#Protection spells|protection spell]].
 ===GruntHack===

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 Successfully casting the spell can cure [[Weeping angel (dNetHack)|weeping angel]] contamination, abnormal bleeding and [[mummy rot]] in addition to its normal effects.
-A hero that has the [[Spirits (dNetHack)|spirit]] [[Marionette]] bound cannot cast the spell.
+A hero that has the [[Spirits (dNetHack)|spirit]] [[Marionette]] bound will unbind them if they cast the spell.
 ===FIQHack===

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 Successfully casting the spell can cure [[Weeping angel (dNetHack)|weeping angel]] contamination, abnormal bleeding and [[mummy rot]] in addition to its normal effects.
-A hero that has the [[Spirits (dNetHack)|spirit]] [[Marionette]] bound cannot cast the spell or remove curses by any means.
+A hero that has the [[Spirits (dNetHack)|spirit]] [[Marionette]] bound cannot cast the spell.
 ===FIQHack===

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 In ''[[NetHack]]'', the '''spellbook of remove curse''' can be [[read]] to learn the '''spell of remove curse'''. It is a level 3 [[clerical spell]], and the [[spellbook]] takes 12 actions to read.
-The spell of remove curse is the only [[emergency spell]] that is not directly categorized as a [[healing spell]], and acts as the [[special spell]] for [[Priest]]s.
+The spell of remove curse is an [[emergency spell]], and is the only one not directly categorized as a [[healing spell]].{{refsrc|src/spell.c|1752|version=NetHack 3.6.7|comment=list of emergency spells}} It is the [[special spell]] for [[Priest]]s.
 ==Generation==
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 One important drawback of the spell of remove curse compared to the scroll is that the hero must not be [[stunned]] or unable to speak and must have at least one free hand in order to cast{{refsrc|src/spell.c|641|nethack=3.6.7}}&mdash;this means that wearing cursed [[metallic]] [[armor]] can cause major setbacks for casting the spell, as can [[autocursing]] [[helm]]s like the [[dunce cap]], and it is even more of a [[bad idea]] to wield cursed [[two-handed]] weapons or wield a cursed weapon with a cursed [[shield]], or else wear an [[amulet of strangulation]]. Of course, accidents and misfortune can befall even the most skilled player: heroes of all types will want a few blessed scrolls of remove curse tucked away for emergencies involving these, and they are best kept within a container to #[[tip]] out should you be prevented from casting. The hazard of items being cursed by [[Lich (monster class)|liches]], some [[quest nemeses]] and the [[Wizard of Yendor]] also make this and other means of [[curse removal]] wise countermeasures to invest in.
-{{upcoming|3.7.0|Per {{commit|cf62687630184fa44e2993e26864033e88883784}}, a steed's saddle is treated as part of the hero's inventory while they are riding, and so can be uncursed by the spell.}}
+{{upcoming|NetHack 3.7.0|Per {{commit|cf62687630184fa44e2993e26864033e88883784}}, a steed's saddle is treated as part of the hero's inventory while they are riding, and so can be uncursed by the spell.
 ==History==
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 ==Variants==
 ===SLASH'EM===
-In [[SLASH'EM]], the spell of remove curse is now a level 5 [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)|protection spell]].
+In [[SLASH'EM]], the spell of remove curse is is [[Spellcasting (SLASH'EM)|re-categorized]] to a level 5 [[protection spell]].
 ==References==

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 ==Strategy==
-The spell of remove curse is a very useful utility spell that can reverse the detrimental effects of the [[curse items]] [[monster spell]] and similar hazards (e.g. the curses that can result when [[quaffing]] from a [[fountain]]), and makes use-testing certain items less dangerous&mdash;even at Basic skill, you can uncurse most necessary items within your inventory by wielding or wearing them and successfully casting the spell, finding a relatively isolated spot to remove metallic armor if necessary. Priests have innate knowledge of each item's [[beatitude]], and combined with the spell being their special spell they excel sorting through any [[bones]] files they encounter, as they can efficiently prioritize and uncurse loot using the spell to preserve precious [[holy water]].
+The spell of remove curse is a very useful utility spell that can reverse the detrimental effects of the [[curse items]] [[monster spell]] and similar hazards (e.g. the curses that can result when [[quaffing]] from a [[fountain]]), and makes use-testing certain items less dangerous&mdash;even at Basic skill, you can uncurse most necessary items within your inventory by wielding or wearing them and successfully casting the spell, finding a relatively isolated spot to remove metallic armor if necessary. Priests have innate knowledge of each item's [[beatitude]], and combined with the emergency spell and special spell bonuses, they excel sorting through any [[bones]] files they encounter, as they can efficiently prioritize and uncurse loot using the spell to preserve precious [[holy water]].
 Roles intending to make frequent use of the spell should train clerical spells to a minimum of Skilled in order to save [[energy]]&mdash;remember to stash or drop any items that you intended to keep cursed in order to take advantage of their different effects. Additionally, remember that you cannot uncurse a [[saddle]] while it is worn by a [[steed]], regardless of if you are stuck on it at the time: you will need the {{+ of|knock}} spell or [[wand of opening]] to loosen the saddle off the [[monster]].
-One important drawback of the spell of remove curse compared to the scroll is that the hero must not be [[stunned]] or unable to speak and must have at least one free hand in order to cast{{refsrc|src/spell.c|641|nethack=3.6.7}}&mdash;this means that wearing cursed [[metallic]] [[armor]] can cause major setbacks for casting the spell, as can [[autocursing]] [[helm]]s, and it is even more of a [[bad idea]] to wield cursed [[two-handed]] weapons or wield a cursed weapon with a cursed [[shield]], or else wear an [[amulet of strangulation]]. Of course, accidents and misfortune can befall even the most skilled player: heroes of all types will want a few blessed scrolls of remove curse tucked away for emergencies involving these, and they are best kept within a container to #[[tip]] out should you be prevented from casting. The hazard of items being cursed by [[Lich (monster class)|liches]], some [[quest nemeses]] and the [[Wizard of Yendor]] also make this a wise countermeasure to invest in.
+One important drawback of the spell of remove curse compared to the scroll is that the hero must not be [[stunned]] or unable to speak and must have at least one free hand in order to cast{{refsrc|src/spell.c|641|nethack=3.6.7}}&mdash;this means that wearing cursed [[metallic]] [[armor]] can cause major setbacks for casting the spell, as can [[autocursing]] [[helm]]s like the [[dunce cap]], and it is even more of a [[bad idea]] to wield cursed [[two-handed]] weapons or wield a cursed weapon with a cursed [[shield]], or else wear an [[amulet of strangulation]]. Of course, accidents and misfortune can befall even the most skilled player: heroes of all types will want a few blessed scrolls of remove curse tucked away for emergencies involving these, and they are best kept within a container to #[[tip]] out should you be prevented from casting. The hazard of items being cursed by [[Lich (monster class)|liches]], some [[quest nemeses]] and the [[Wizard of Yendor]] also make this and other means of [[curse removal]] wise countermeasures to invest in.
 {{upcoming|3.7.0|Per {{commit|cf62687630184fa44e2993e26864033e88883784}}, a steed's saddle is treated as part of the hero's inventory while they are riding, and so can be uncursed by the spell.}}