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Umbire the Phantom: /* The basics */ tweak

2025-04-01T07:46:11Z

‎The basics: tweak

Umbire the Phantom: pothole

2024-03-10T16:47:39Z

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Umbire the Phantom: /* Invocation (1:30:00) */ pothole

2023-10-27T12:26:02Z

‎Invocation (1:30:00): pothole

Umbire the Phantom: pothole

2023-07-14T19:10:05Z

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Actual-nh: /* Wishing */ Helm of opposite alignment has at least a 1/3 chance of not being needed on the Astral Plane

2021-06-12T17:36:27Z

‎Wishing: Helm of opposite alignment has at least a 1/3 chance of not being needed on the Astral Plane

Luxidream at 04:53, 28 May 2021

2021-05-28T04:53:41Z

Luxidream at 04:52, 28 May 2021

2021-05-28T04:52:08Z

Actual-nh: /* Victory (2:00:00) */ Remind re opposite alignment helm

2021-05-19T15:35:21Z

‎Victory (2:00:00): Remind re opposite alignment helm

Luxidream at 14:53, 19 May 2021

2021-05-19T14:53:21Z

Luxidream at 18:54, 2 March 2021

2021-03-02T18:54:01Z

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 The [[travel]] command {{kbd|_}} is your bread and butter. You can use it, then select a [[dungeon feature]] on the map using its symbol and press {{kbd|.}} to travel to it. You can also cycle between items or unexplored areas by pressing {{kbd|o}} or {{kbd|x}} respectively.
-Using [[vi]] keybindings is very useful, because [[numpad]] does not support using {{kbd|Control}} + direction to run. You can get around this by using [[PuTTY]]'s "NetHack mode", which assigns hjklyubn to the numpad, or something similar.
+Using [[vi]] keybindings is very useful, because [[numpad]] does not support using {{kbd|Ctrl}} + direction to run. You can get around this by using [[PuTTY]]'s "NetHack mode", which assigns hjklyubn to the numpad, or something similar.
 Set up [[autopickup exception]]s to reduce the amount of time you spend sorting through loot to see what items you want. This will depend on your role. For example, Valkyries will want to pick up [[tripe ration]]s and [[egg]]s for [[confusion]], but Wizards can cast {{of|spellbook|confuse monster}} and may not need these food items. Most roles will want to pick up some useful items like [[horn]]s and [[magic marker]]s though, while ignoring less useful tools like the [[grappling hook]].

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 ===Dwarven Valkyrie===
-Unsurprisingly, [[dwarf|dwarven]] [[Valkyrie]] is an excellent choice for speedrunning. They have virtually unequaled starting stats, frequently entering the dungeon with maximum [[carrying capacity]] from their strength and constitution. If you choose to [[startscum]] for better stats, it is important to have 19 or higher constitution, as this significantly improves the amount of HP gained when leveling up. Strength can be increased later on the [[Valkyrie quest]]. The starting +3 small shield is one of the best single pieces of armor any role can start with.
+Unsurprisingly, [[Dwarf (starting race)|dwarven]] [[Valkyrie]] is an excellent choice for speedrunning. They have virtually unequaled starting stats, frequently entering the dungeon with maximum [[carrying capacity]] from their strength and constitution. If you choose to [[startscum]] for better stats, it is important to have 19 or higher constitution, as this significantly improves the amount of HP gained when leveling up. Strength can be increased later on the [[Valkyrie quest]]. The starting +3 small shield is one of the best single pieces of armor any role can start with.
 Their starting [[stealth]] is essential for clearing out special rooms such as the [[Sokoban]] [[treasure zoo]], [[leprechaun hall]]s, and [[throne room]]s. [[Cold resistance]] can also be useful prior to obtaining [[reflection]]. However, their lack of [[poison resistance]] can lead to difficult situations involving [[killer bee]]s or [[water moccasin]]s.

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 [[Vlad the Impaler]]'s covetous behavior and speed buff in 3.6.1 make him a more troublesome opponent. The quickest way to dispose of him is using a cockatrice corpse, but that's not always practical. If you are strong enough, another straightforward way is to run to the stairs ahead of him, [[F|force fight]] towards the doorway, and hold down {{kbd|Control}}+{{kbd|A}} until he expires. If you have particularly bad AC, he can hit very hard with a [[two-handed sword]], so exercise caution. Blocking the stairs with a boulder also works.
-From here, you can use the standard [[Gehennom mapping]] strategy of mapping every other level until you reach [[Orcus]]. You need his [[wand of death]] to kill the [[Wizard of Yendor]], so pop up from under him and drag him to the upstairs below. The [[shades]] can be troublesome if you are attacked in melee, especially if you lack extrinsic speed, so avoid this by using a [[scare]] tool or conflict.
+From here, you can use the standard [[Gehennom mapping]] strategy of mapping every other level until you reach [[Orcus]]. You need his [[wand of death]] to kill the [[Wizard of Yendor]], so pop up from under him and drag him to the upstairs below. The [[shade]]s can be troublesome if you are attacked in melee, especially if you lack extrinsic speed, so avoid this by using a [[scare]] tool or conflict.
 Now is a good time to wish for a [[helm of opposite alignment]] to wear when exiting the Sanctum to mitigate the effect of the [[mysterious force]]. It's also a useful item if you happen to be unlucky on the [[Astral Plane]], allowing you to ascend on the chaotic altar as well.

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 At [[Medusa's Island]], it can be difficult to dig down because of the nearby [[water]], which will fill your hole and blank your scrolls. Use a [[scroll of earth]] to fill in the water surrounding you if there is not enough land.
-If the level below Medusa's Island is a maze, you should use a scroll of magic mapping to find the upstairs and fight [[Medusa]], provided you have a way of dealing with her like a [[blindfold]] or levitation. In most variants of Medusa's island - the exception is the one with [[ravens]] - the statue of Perseus is accessible from the downstair of the level without requiring levitation, so killing her and obtaining the potential [[shield of reflection]] or [[levitation boots]] can be very profitable.
+If the level below Medusa's Island is a maze, you should use a scroll of magic mapping to find the upstairs and fight [[Medusa]], provided you have a way of dealing with her like a [[blindfold]] or levitation. In most variants of Medusa's island - the exception is the one with [[raven]]s - the statue of Perseus is accessible from the downstair of the level without requiring levitation, so killing her and obtaining the potential [[shield of reflection]] or [[levitation boots]] can be very profitable.
 The [[minotaur]]s in the maze levels below Medusa's Island are very dangerous, especially with poor AC. They are best avoided. If you accidentally encounter one, note that they have 0 [[Monster magic resistance|MR]], which gives you several options to evade them.

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 * [[Ring of conflict]]. Very important for crowd control.
 * [[Ring of levitation]]. For the [[Plane of Air]] and crossing water. Skip if you have controlled polymorph, potions of levitation, or boots of levitation.
-* Fixed greased +2 [[helm of opposite alignment]]. Required for the ascension run and the Astral Plane.
+* Fixed greased +2 [[helm of opposite alignment]]. Required for the ascension run and potentially the Astral Plane.
 If you have extra wishes:

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	==Sub hour splits==		==Sub hour splits==
		+	In case you weren't challenged enough, it's possible to get a sub-hour ascension without skipping Sokoban.
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	Minetown - 3:00		Minetown - 3:00

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 ==Sub hour splits==
 Minetown - 3:00
 Sokoban - 15:00
 Castle - 23:00
 Quest - 30:00
 Invocation - 45:00
 Victory - 1:00:00
 [[Category:Strategy]]

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 [[Moloch's Sanctum]] should not be troublesome. The initial graveyard can be mostly skipped with stealth, unless the Wizard harasses you with [[aggravate]]. Try not to fight the [[high priest]] in melee unless absolutely necessary, since they hit very hard with their weapon attack and spellcasting. The best way to kill them is by zapping your wand of death, but they have a small chance of wearing a [[cloak of magic resistance]]. In addition to shock, the high priest also resists fire, poison, and sleep, so keep this mind if you are forced to fight them.
-Ascending through Gehennom should be straightforward, if you don't lack magic marker charges to recharge your wand of death. You should levitate to avoid [[hole]]s dug by monsters and unknown [[trapdoor]]s.
+Ascending through Gehennom should be straightforward, if you don't lack magic marker charges to recharge your wand of death. (To lessen the [[mysterious force]]'s problems, remember to put on your helm of opposite alignment.) You should levitate to avoid [[hole]]s dug by monsters and unknown [[trapdoor]]s.
 You can eat the Wizard of Yendor’s corpse for a chance at teleportitis and teleport control. Teleportitis can be useful for saving in game time by teleporting to the upstairs, reducing harassment and traversing unexplored levels more efficiently.

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	It's important not to get overexcited and waste wishes, since any unused wish can potentially save time later in the game.		It's important not to get overexcited and waste wishes, since any unused wish can potentially save time later in the game.
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		+	==Sub hour splits==
		+	Minetown - 3:00
		+	Sokoban - 15:00
		+	Castle - 23:00
		+	Quest - 30:00
		+	Invocation - 45:00
		+	Victory - 1:00:00

	[[Category:Strategy]]		[[Category:Strategy]]

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	Add [[MSGTYPE]]=stop options for any potentially run-ending message, including but not limited to [[lycanthropy]], [[sliming]], [[stoning]], [[Vorpal Blade]], [[drowning]], and [[fainting]]. You will be going fast and are likely to miss these messages.		Add [[MSGTYPE]]=stop options for any potentially run-ending message, including but not limited to [[lycanthropy]], [[sliming]], [[stoning]], [[Vorpal Blade]], [[drowning]], and [[fainting]]. You will be going fast and are likely to miss these messages.
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		+	Set OPTIONS=runmode:teleport to skip the animation when using autotravel.
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		+	Turn off [[sparkle]].

	With the exception of [[Archaeologist\|some]] [[Healer\|weak]] [[Knight\|roles]] that may need a starting pet, OPTIONS=nopet can save some time waiting for the pet to follow you on each level.		With the exception of [[Archaeologist\|some]] [[Healer\|weak]] [[Knight\|roles]] that may need a starting pet, OPTIONS=nopet can save some time waiting for the pet to follow you on each level.