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[[Intrinsic]] telepathy only works when you are [[blind]], and detects all non-[[mindless]] creatures on the level. [[Extrinsic]] telepathy does the same thing as intrinsic telepathy, but additionally works to a lesser degree while unblind, to a maximum range of 8 squares.{{refsrc|display.h|33}}{{refsrc|hack.h|21}} Because intrinsic telepathy is typically acquired before extrinsic telepathy, some players mistakenly think extrinsic telepathy does not show the whole level while blind. | [[Intrinsic]] telepathy only works when you are [[blind]], and detects all non-[[mindless]] creatures on the level. [[Extrinsic]] telepathy does the same thing as intrinsic telepathy, but additionally works to a lesser degree while unblind, to a maximum range of 8 squares.{{refsrc|display.h|33}}{{refsrc|hack.h|21}} Because intrinsic telepathy is typically acquired before extrinsic telepathy, some players mistakenly think extrinsic telepathy does not show the whole level while blind. | ||
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Intrinsic telepathy can be acquired through the following methods: | Intrinsic telepathy can be acquired through the following methods: | ||
* Eating the corpse of a [[floating eye]] (100% chance) or a [[mind flayer|(master) mind flayer]] (50%) | * Eating the corpse of a [[floating eye]] (100% chance) or a [[mind flayer|(master) mind flayer]] (50%) | ||
* [[Eating jewelry|Eating]] an [[amulet of ESP]] | * [[Eating jewelry|Eating]] an [[amulet of ESP]] | ||
| − | * [[Polymorph]]ing into a monster with telepathy (i.e. a floating eye or | + | * [[Polymorph]]ing into a monster with telepathy (i.e. a floating eye or mind flayer) |
* [[Praying]] to your god under certain circumstances | * [[Praying]] to your god under certain circumstances | ||
| − | + | Intrinsic telepathy can be lost through the [[gremlin]]'s intrinsic-stealing attack at night, or it can be lost by committing [[murder]] as a [[lawful]] or [[neutral]] character. | |
Extrinsic telepathy can be acquired by: | Extrinsic telepathy can be acquired by: | ||
| − | * Wearing an amulet of ESP, including the [[ | + | * Wearing an amulet of ESP, including the [[the Eye of the Aethiopica]], or a [[helm of telepathy]] |
| − | * Carrying any of the following [[ | + | * Carrying any of the following [[artifact]]s: |
** [[The Longbow of Diana]] | ** [[The Longbow of Diana]] | ||
** [[The Orb of Detection]] | ** [[The Orb of Detection]] | ||
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** [[The Platinum Yendorian Express Card]] | ** [[The Platinum Yendorian Express Card]] | ||
| − | + | It is possible to have both intrinsic and extrinsic telepathy at the same time. In this case, the more powerful extrinsic telepathy is used. | |
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==Strategy== | ==Strategy== | ||
Intrinsic telepathy can be a useful substitute for other methods of [[monster detection]], although it cannot be used to spot mindless monsters; over-reliance on intrinsic telepathy to detect danger while blind may result in something such as a [[golem]] sneaking up on an unsuspecting player. Using a [[blindfold]] or [[towel]] to blind and unblind yourself at will, as well as using an item such as a [[unicorn horn]] to cure any other sight impairments (e.g. exploding [[black light]]s) can mitigate the worst of this. | Intrinsic telepathy can be a useful substitute for other methods of [[monster detection]], although it cannot be used to spot mindless monsters; over-reliance on intrinsic telepathy to detect danger while blind may result in something such as a [[golem]] sneaking up on an unsuspecting player. Using a [[blindfold]] or [[towel]] to blind and unblind yourself at will, as well as using an item such as a [[unicorn horn]] to cure any other sight impairments (e.g. exploding [[black light]]s) can mitigate the worst of this. | ||
| − | + | Possessing telepathy allows mind flayers to detect your location and hit you with a long-distance psionic attack for d15 damage. You can counteract this by temporarily removing or stashing your source of telepathy if it is extrinsic, but the damage is usually negligible outside of some early scenarios, possibly involving [[minesflayer]]s; in any case, be prepared to deal with the mind flayer in question (see their article for more information). | |
==Messages== | ==Messages== | ||
Revision as of 18:02, 6 March 2020
Telepathy is a passive ability that allows players and monsters to detect non-mindless creatures, regardless of whether or not they can be seen visually. Telepathy comes in two types: the less powerful intrinsic telepathy and the more powerful extrinsic telepathy.
Intrinsic telepathy only works when you are blind, and detects all non-mindless creatures on the level. Extrinsic telepathy does the same thing as intrinsic telepathy, but additionally works to a lesser degree while unblind, to a maximum range of 8 squares.[1][2] Because intrinsic telepathy is typically acquired before extrinsic telepathy, some players mistakenly think extrinsic telepathy does not show the whole level while blind.
Contents
Sources
Intrinsic telepathy can be acquired through the following methods:
- Eating the corpse of a floating eye (100% chance) or a (master) mind flayer (50%)
- Eating an amulet of ESP
- Polymorphing into a monster with telepathy (i.e. a floating eye or mind flayer)
- Praying to your god under certain circumstances
Intrinsic telepathy can be lost through the gremlin's intrinsic-stealing attack at night, or it can be lost by committing murder as a lawful or neutral character.
Extrinsic telepathy can be acquired by:
- Wearing an amulet of ESP, including the the Eye of the Aethiopica, or a helm of telepathy
- Carrying any of the following artifacts:
It is possible to have both intrinsic and extrinsic telepathy at the same time. In this case, the more powerful extrinsic telepathy is used.
Strategy
Intrinsic telepathy can be a useful substitute for other methods of monster detection, although it cannot be used to spot mindless monsters; over-reliance on intrinsic telepathy to detect danger while blind may result in something such as a golem sneaking up on an unsuspecting player. Using a blindfold or towel to blind and unblind yourself at will, as well as using an item such as a unicorn horn to cure any other sight impairments (e.g. exploding black lights) can mitigate the worst of this.
Possessing telepathy allows mind flayers to detect your location and hit you with a long-distance psionic attack for d15 damage. You can counteract this by temporarily removing or stashing your source of telepathy if it is extrinsic, but the damage is usually negligible outside of some early scenarios, possibly involving minesflayers; in any case, be prepared to deal with the mind flayer in question (see their article for more information).
Messages
- You feel a strange mental acuity.
- You gained intrinsic telepathy from eating a corpse.
- You feel in touch with the cosmos.
- As above while hallucinating.
- A wave of psychic energy pours over you! It locks onto your telepathy!
- A mind flayer is on the same level as you and attacking you via telepathy.
References
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