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− | A '''runesword''' is a type of [[weapon]] that appears in ''[[NetHack]]''. It uses the [[broadsword]] skill, and appears as a [[runed broadsword]] when [[Identification|unidentified]], | + | A '''runesword''' is a type of [[weapon]] that appears in ''[[NetHack]]''. It is a one-handed [[melee]] weapon that uses the [[broadsword]] skill, and appears as a [[runed broadsword]] when [[Identification|unidentified]], an appearance it shares with the [[elven broadsword]]. It is made of [[iron]]. |
− | [[Stormbringer]] is an [[artifact weapon]] that uses the runesword as its [[base item]]. | + | The runesword is the [[base item]] [[Stormbringer]] is an [[artifact weapon]] that uses the runesword as its [[base item]]. |
==Generation== | ==Generation== | ||
− | + | Runeswords are not randomly generated, though they can be [[wish]]ed for or found in [[bones]]. | |
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+ | If a [[bones]] level containing Stormbringer is loaded in a game where you have already generated the artifact, it will be replaced with an ordinary runesword. | ||
{{upcoming|NetHack 3.7.0|As part of {{commit|20cbadcf85544cf9d0c3f4e4200b2800bab49c8e|commit 20cbadc}} - which strengthens [[quest leader]]s and makes it so that killing them no longer makes the game [[unwinnable]] - the [[Barbarian]] [[quest leader]] [[Pelias]] is generated with a +5 runesword.}} | {{upcoming|NetHack 3.7.0|As part of {{commit|20cbadcf85544cf9d0c3f4e4200b2800bab49c8e|commit 20cbadc}} - which strengthens [[quest leader]]s and makes it so that killing them no longer makes the game [[unwinnable]] - the [[Barbarian]] [[quest leader]] [[Pelias]] is generated with a +5 runesword.}} | ||
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− | In [[dNetHack]], runeswords | + | In [[dNetHack]], runeswords deal 1d10+1d4 damage versus small monsters and 1d10+1 versus large monsters. |
A cursed +3 runesword is generated in one of the Ruined Temple chests within the [[Chaos Temple Quest]] at level creation. | A cursed +3 runesword is generated in one of the Ruined Temple chests within the [[Chaos Temple Quest]] at level creation. | ||
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− | In [[SlashTHEM]], in addition to SLASH'EM details, there is a | + | In [[SlashTHEM]], in addition to SLASH'EM details, there is a {{frac|3|20}} chance of a cursed -9 runesword named Excalipoor generating in a chest within the thieves' stronghold in the village of the [[Town]] branch. Excalipoor is a recurring weapon in the ''[[wikipedia:Final Fantasy|Final Fantasy]]'' series of games, where it is a very weak knockoff of [[Excalibur]] known to fool treasure hunters. |
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Revision as of 08:24, 28 March 2024
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Name | runesword |
Appearance | runed broadsword |
Damage vs. small | 2d4 |
Damage vs. large | 1d6+1 |
To-hit bonus | +0 |
Weapon skill | broadsword |
Size | one-handed |
Base price | 300 zm (+10/positive enchant) |
Weight | 40 |
Material | iron |
A runesword is a type of weapon that appears in NetHack. It is a one-handed melee weapon that uses the broadsword skill, and appears as a runed broadsword when unidentified, an appearance it shares with the elven broadsword. It is made of iron.
The runesword is the base item Stormbringer is an artifact weapon that uses the runesword as its base item.
Contents
Generation
Runeswords are not randomly generated, though they can be wished for or found in bones.
If a bones level containing Stormbringer is loaded in a game where you have already generated the artifact, it will be replaced with an ordinary runesword.
The following information pertains to an upcoming version (NetHack 3.7.0). If this version is now released, please verify that it is still accurate, then update the page to incorporate this information.
As part of commit 20cbadc - which strengthens quest leaders and makes it so that killing them no longer makes the game unwinnable - the Barbarian quest leader Pelias is generated with a +5 runesword.Strategy
A runesword is nearly identical to a regular broadsword, with the only differences being its rarity and significantly lighter weight.
History
The runesword first appears in NetHack 3.1.0, which changes Stormbringer's base item from a broadsword to a runesword.
Variants
Some variants will generate a runesword on specific levels, with the standard 1⁄5 chance of it being made into an artifact (i.e., typically Stormbringer).
SLASH'EM
In SLASH'EM, a runesword is always generated in a hidden room within the Boulder Path of the Lawful Quest.
dNetHack
In dNetHack, runeswords deal 1d10+1d4 damage versus small monsters and 1d10+1 versus large monsters.
A cursed +3 runesword is generated in one of the Ruined Temple chests within the Chaos Temple Quest at level creation.
EvilHack
In EvilHack, Pelias is always generated with a +5 runesword, and Saint Michael will always generate with a runesword.
A runesword can be created at a forge by combining a broadsword and a dagger. Dichotomy is an artifact runesword that can only be created by combining Fire and Frost Brand at a forge.
SlashTHEM
In SlashTHEM, in addition to SLASH'EM details, there is a 3⁄20 chance of a cursed -9 runesword named Excalipoor generating in a chest within the thieves' stronghold in the village of the Town branch. Excalipoor is a recurring weapon in the Final Fantasy series of games, where it is a very weak knockoff of Excalibur known to fool treasure hunters.