Player Myths

This page will attempt to dispel common assumptions and misconceptions that many new players (and even some experienced players) may have about NetHack.

Myth: I need Gauntlets of power to maximize carrying capacity.

Fact: Carry capacity is based on more than just Strength.

Myth: If I want to cast, I cannot wear a single piece of metal armor.

Myth: I am Chaotic, so I can kill anything without penalties of any kind.

Myth: Wizards can read spellbooks easier.

Myth: If I plan to cast, I should never wear a single piece of metal armor.

Myth: Eating pet corpses is bad.

Myth: Offering a human corpse is bad.

Myth: If reading confused remove curse, I must drop the rest of my inventory.

Myth: If wading into water, I must drop the rest of my inventory.