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| − | + | A '''shuriken''' is a type of [[weapon]] that appears in ''[[NetHack]]''. It is made of [[iron]], and appears as a '''throwing star''' when [[identification|unidentified]] - every [[Samurai]] starts the game with knowledge of shuriken. | |
| + | Shuriken are [[stackable]] weapons designed to be [[thrown]] by hand, and gain a +2 [[to-hit]] bonus when thrown - they can break on impact like some other [[projectile]]s and [[missile]]s, and can be poisoned by [[dip]]ping them in a [[potion of sickness]]. [[Monk]]s gain a +1 [[multishot]] bonus when throwing shuriken, while [[ninja]] and [[Monk (player monster)|monk]] [[player monster]]s gain a multishot bonus when throwing shuriken at [[you]] or other [[monster]]s.<ref>{{sourceref|monmulti}}</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Generation== | ||
| + | Shuriken are quite rare, making up 3.5% of randomly-generated weapons - this amounts to 0.35% of all randomly found objects in the main dungeon, 0.42% of all items on the [[Rogue level]], and 0.7% of all items in [[Gehennom]].{{refsrc|src/objects.c|130|version=NetHack 3.6.6}} | ||
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| + | Ninja have a {{frac|3|4}} chance of [[Monster starting inventory|generating with a stack of shuriken]], and will otherwise receive a stack of [[dart]]s.{{refsrc|src/makemon.c|267|version=NetHack 3.6.6}} Monk player monsters have a {{frac|3}} chance of a stack of shuriken replacing the melee weapon they are generated with, and will otherwise generate with no melee weapon.{{refsrc|src/mplayer.c|205|version=NetHack 3.6.6|name=monsndx}} | ||
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| + | ==Shuriken skill== | ||
{{shuriken skill table}} | {{shuriken skill table}} | ||
| − | Shuriken are the only weapons to use | + | Shuriken are the only weapons to use this skill, and there are no [[artifact weapon|artifact]] shuriken. |
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| + | ==Strategy== | ||
| + | Each shuriken weighs only 1 [[aum]] similar to [[dart]]s, and their damage when thrown eclipses that of [[dagger]]s - they are stellar weapons to enchant and poison (especially if you are not [[lawful]]), and are best employed against dangerous melee-range threats such as [[mind flayer]]s. Their to-hit bonus can also help offset the penalty for throwing them at [[Unskilled]]. | ||
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| + | In practice, the shuriken's rarity makes it difficult to train the skill or make long-term use of them without [[polypiling]]; a [[wish]] can be used to either procure a stack of shuriken directly, or more commonly to obtain something for polypiling them with (e.g. a [[wand of polymorph]]). Samurai are the primary exception to this "rule", as ninja generate exclusively in the [[Samurai quest]] and often carry shuriken - this makes it far easier for them to assemble and enchant a stockpile and train the skill to Expert, especially with high [[Luck]]. | ||
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| + | ===Skill levels=== | ||
| + | Of the other three roles that can attain Skilled in shuriken, [[Healer]]s can also reach Skilled in daggers and [[sling]], as well as Expert in darts - all three are far more common, but generally deal less damage and are overall heavier to carry; darts are the only option of those three that can be poisoned and multishot, and are just as light as shuriken. [[Ranger]]s gain multishot bonuses with arrows, as do [[Rogue]]s using daggers, making them preferable to shuriken thrown at Skilled. | ||
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| + | [[Monk]]s are in a unique situation compared to the other roles: they can only reach Basic in shuriken, but their role-specific multishot bonus makes it their best non-melee weapon by far - of the other options available, [[spear]]s are generally heavy, and [[crossbow bolt]]s require that you keep a [[crossbow]] wielded. [[Weaponless]] Monks may consider enchanting and blessing any shuriken they find or even polypiling for them, which provides one of the [[conduct]]'s few uses for the [[scroll of enchant weapon]]. | ||
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| + | ==History== | ||
| + | The shuriken is first introduced in [[NetHack 1.3d]] alongside the Samurai and the now-defunct [[Ninja (role)|Ninja]] role. Samurai from NetHack 1.3d to [[NetHack 3.0.10]] start the game with a stack of up to 9 shuriken that may be blessed;<ref>[[NetHack 3.0.0/u_init.c#line200|NetHack 3.0.0 u_init.c, line 200]]; NetHack 3.0.10 u_init.c, line 206</ref> Ninja from NetHack 1.3d to [[NetHack 2.3e]] start the game with up to 25 shuriken.<ref>[[Source:NetHack 2.3e/u init.c#line184|NetHack 2.3e u_init.c, line 184]]</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Origin== | ||
| + | {{wikipedia|Shuriken}} | ||
| + | A shuriken (手裏剣, literally "hidden hand blade") is a Japanese concealed weapon used to distract, misdirect or otherwise misdirect enemies. Though they are also known in Western cultures as throwing stars, or ninja stars, they were originally designed in many different shapes - there are a few major varieties of shuriken such as the dart-like ''bō shuriken'' (棒手裏剣, "stick shuriken"), with the star-shaped ones being known as ''hira shuriken'' (平手裏剣, "flat shuriken") or ''shaken'' (車剣, "wheel shuriken"). The curriculum of many famous swordsmanship and martial arts schools taught the art of wielding shuriken, and they were often seen as important tactical supplements to the sword or various other weapons in a samurai's arsenal. | ||
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| + | ==Variants== | ||
| + | Some variants adjust the skill caps for shuriken and/or make them easier to obtain through certain methods. | ||
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| + | ===dNetHack=== | ||
| + | In [[dNetHack]], [[garo]] may be generated with a stack of shuriken, and the unique [[garo master]] always generates carrying shuriken. [[Maid]]s may also generate with a stack of shuriken for non-Samurai players, and [[Master Kaen]] will generate with his own stack of up to 48 [[Gold (material)|golden]] shuriken. The [[dNetHack artifacts#Fuma-itto no Ken|Fuma-itto no Ken]] is a [[chaotic]] [[artifact]] [[broadsword]] that can be [[invoke]]d to [[Create ammo|create shuriken]]. | ||
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| + | Shuriken are added to [[Samurai#dNetHack|the expanded list]] of [[Samurai#Japanese names for items|Japanese item names]], and will appear as "hira-shuriken" to Samurai, while darts are called "bo-shuriken". | ||
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| + | ===NetHack Fourk=== | ||
| + | In [[NetHack Fourk]], Monks can reach expert in shuriken. | ||
| − | == | + | ===SpliceHack=== |
| − | + | In [[SpliceHack]], shuriken appear as '''razor cards''' for [[Cartomancer]]s. | |
| − | [[ | + | ===EvilHack=== |
| + | In [[EvilHack]], Wizards no longer have the shuriken skill. | ||
| − | [[ | + | Stacks of shuriken can be given to a player as a "minor" gift from their [[god]] via [[sacrifice]], and gifted shuriken will be erodeproofed and often enchanted - Monks that maintain weaponless conduct will always receive shuriken when given a gift this way as opposed to the standard armor and weapons, with the exception of [[artifact]]s. |
| − | [[ | + | Shuriken can be created at a [[Forge (dungeon feature)|forge]] by combining 2 darts and a dagger; both components are incredibly commonplace in the dungeon, providing any role with easy access to shuriken and the means to create stockpiles that use specific [[Object materials (EvilHack)|materials]] and/or [[object properties|properties]]. |
| − | [[ | + | ===SlashTHEM=== |
| + | In [[SlashTHEM]], shuriken are also known by different names to Samurai and Ninja, similar to dNetHack; "standard" shuriken appear as "hira-shuriken", while darts are called "bo-shuriken". | ||
| + | SlashTHEM also adds the Fuma-itto no Ken from dNetHack, which retains its invoke ability and acts as the [[quest artifact]] for the revived Ninja role. | ||
==Encyclopedia entry== | ==Encyclopedia entry== | ||
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Revision as of 11:59, 28 March 2024
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| Name | shuriken |
| Appearance | throwing star |
| Damage vs. small | 1d8 |
| Damage vs. large | 1d6 |
| To-hit bonus | +2 |
| Weapon skill | shuriken |
| Size | one-handed |
| Base price | 5 zm (+10/positive enchant) |
| Weight | 1 |
| Material | iron |
A shuriken is a type of weapon that appears in NetHack. It is made of iron, and appears as a throwing star when unidentified - every Samurai starts the game with knowledge of shuriken.
Shuriken are stackable weapons designed to be thrown by hand, and gain a +2 to-hit bonus when thrown - they can break on impact like some other projectiles and missiles, and can be poisoned by dipping them in a potion of sickness. Monks gain a +1 multishot bonus when throwing shuriken, while ninja and monk player monsters gain a multishot bonus when throwing shuriken at you or other monsters.[1]
Contents
Generation
Shuriken are quite rare, making up 3.5% of randomly-generated weapons - this amounts to 0.35% of all randomly found objects in the main dungeon, 0.42% of all items on the Rogue level, and 0.7% of all items in Gehennom.[2]
Ninja have a 3⁄4 chance of generating with a stack of shuriken, and will otherwise receive a stack of darts.[3] Monk player monsters have a 1⁄3 chance of a stack of shuriken replacing the melee weapon they are generated with, and will otherwise generate with no melee weapon.[4]
Shuriken skill
| Shuriken | |
|---|---|
| Max | Role |
| Basic | |
| Skilled | |
| Expert | |
Shuriken are the only weapons to use this skill, and there are no artifact shuriken.
Strategy
Each shuriken weighs only 1 aum similar to darts, and their damage when thrown eclipses that of daggers - they are stellar weapons to enchant and poison (especially if you are not lawful), and are best employed against dangerous melee-range threats such as mind flayers. Their to-hit bonus can also help offset the penalty for throwing them at Unskilled.
In practice, the shuriken's rarity makes it difficult to train the skill or make long-term use of them without polypiling; a wish can be used to either procure a stack of shuriken directly, or more commonly to obtain something for polypiling them with (e.g. a wand of polymorph). Samurai are the primary exception to this "rule", as ninja generate exclusively in the Samurai quest and often carry shuriken - this makes it far easier for them to assemble and enchant a stockpile and train the skill to Expert, especially with high Luck.
Skill levels
Of the other three roles that can attain Skilled in shuriken, Healers can also reach Skilled in daggers and sling, as well as Expert in darts - all three are far more common, but generally deal less damage and are overall heavier to carry; darts are the only option of those three that can be poisoned and multishot, and are just as light as shuriken. Rangers gain multishot bonuses with arrows, as do Rogues using daggers, making them preferable to shuriken thrown at Skilled.
Monks are in a unique situation compared to the other roles: they can only reach Basic in shuriken, but their role-specific multishot bonus makes it their best non-melee weapon by far - of the other options available, spears are generally heavy, and crossbow bolts require that you keep a crossbow wielded. Weaponless Monks may consider enchanting and blessing any shuriken they find or even polypiling for them, which provides one of the conduct's few uses for the scroll of enchant weapon.
History
The shuriken is first introduced in NetHack 1.3d alongside the Samurai and the now-defunct Ninja role. Samurai from NetHack 1.3d to NetHack 3.0.10 start the game with a stack of up to 9 shuriken that may be blessed;[5] Ninja from NetHack 1.3d to NetHack 2.3e start the game with up to 25 shuriken.[6]
Origin
A shuriken (手裏剣, literally "hidden hand blade") is a Japanese concealed weapon used to distract, misdirect or otherwise misdirect enemies. Though they are also known in Western cultures as throwing stars, or ninja stars, they were originally designed in many different shapes - there are a few major varieties of shuriken such as the dart-like bō shuriken (棒手裏剣, "stick shuriken"), with the star-shaped ones being known as hira shuriken (平手裏剣, "flat shuriken") or shaken (車剣, "wheel shuriken"). The curriculum of many famous swordsmanship and martial arts schools taught the art of wielding shuriken, and they were often seen as important tactical supplements to the sword or various other weapons in a samurai's arsenal.
Variants
Some variants adjust the skill caps for shuriken and/or make them easier to obtain through certain methods.
dNetHack
In dNetHack, garo may be generated with a stack of shuriken, and the unique garo master always generates carrying shuriken. Maids may also generate with a stack of shuriken for non-Samurai players, and Master Kaen will generate with his own stack of up to 48 golden shuriken. The Fuma-itto no Ken is a chaotic artifact broadsword that can be invoked to create shuriken.
Shuriken are added to the expanded list of Japanese item names, and will appear as "hira-shuriken" to Samurai, while darts are called "bo-shuriken".
NetHack Fourk
In NetHack Fourk, Monks can reach expert in shuriken.
SpliceHack
In SpliceHack, shuriken appear as razor cards for Cartomancers.
EvilHack
In EvilHack, Wizards no longer have the shuriken skill.
Stacks of shuriken can be given to a player as a "minor" gift from their god via sacrifice, and gifted shuriken will be erodeproofed and often enchanted - Monks that maintain weaponless conduct will always receive shuriken when given a gift this way as opposed to the standard armor and weapons, with the exception of artifacts.
Shuriken can be created at a forge by combining 2 darts and a dagger; both components are incredibly commonplace in the dungeon, providing any role with easy access to shuriken and the means to create stockpiles that use specific materials and/or properties.
SlashTHEM
In SlashTHEM, shuriken are also known by different names to Samurai and Ninja, similar to dNetHack; "standard" shuriken appear as "hira-shuriken", while darts are called "bo-shuriken".
SlashTHEM also adds the Fuma-itto no Ken from dNetHack, which retains its invoke ability and acts as the quest artifact for the revived Ninja role.
Encyclopedia entry
You know, that's what I hate most about fighting against magic:
you never know what they're trying to do to you until it hits.
The sorceress knew what hit her, however. Two of the shuriken
got past whatever defenses she had. One caught her just below
the throat, the other in the middle of her chest. It wouldn't
kill her, but she wouldn't be fighting anyone for a while.
