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{{artifact weapon
  |color=metal color
  |base=mace
  |smalldmg=1d6+1 '''x2'''
  |largedmg=1d6 '''x2'''
  |tohit='''+1d3'''
  |bonusversus=''any''
  |affiliation=<ul><li>[[lawful]]</li><li>[[Noble]]</li></ul>
  |whencarried=<ul><li>''(none)''</li></ul>
  |whenwielded=<ul><li>''(none)''</li></ul>
  |wheninvoked=<ul><li>''various effects'' ([[dNetHack]])</li></ul>
  |cost=4000
  |weight=30
  |material=iron
}}

'''The Rod of Lordly Might''' is an [[artifact weapon]] that appears in [[dNetHack]] and [[SlashTHEM]]. It is [[lawful]] for [[wish]]ing purposes, and is the guaranteed first [[sacrifice gift]] for [[Noble]]s.

In all variants that include it, the Rod is generated as a [[mace]]. In dNetHack, however, it can be [[invoke]]d to transform it into any of a number of [[one-handed]] melee weapons ([[axe]], [[lance]], [[rapier]], [[spear]], and the starting [[mace]]). Besides changing form, the Rod has several additional invocation effects in that variant, some of which are accessible only while the Rod is in a particular form.

In dNetHack, some [[race]]s have unique first sacrifice gifts for Nobles that replace the Rod. Droven Nobles and Elven Nobles receive [[dNetHack Artifacts#Sceptre of Lolth|the Sceptre of Lolth]] and [[dNetHack Artifacts#The Rod of the Elvish Lords|the Rod of the Elvish Lords]], respectively, which share the same limited invocation effects as the Rod of Lordly Might but have racial weapons as their base items and alternate forms. Dwarf Nobles receive [[dNetHack Artifacts#The Armor of Khazad-dam|the Armor of Khazad-dum]].

== Invocation ==
===dNetHack===
In dNetHack, [[invoke|invoking]] the Rod of Lordly Might allows the player to choose one of several invocation effects:

* '''At will''': The Rod can be ordered to assume a different form as often as desired.
** Become [[mace]]
** Become [[axe]]
** Become [[rapier]]
** Become [[spear]]
** Become [[lance]]
** Fast engraving: While in rapier form, the Rod may be used to engrave as an [[athame]].
* '''Limited''': these powers are limited by the artifact's invoke cooldown. Once you invoke one of them, you can't invoke any of these powers for <code>[[rnz]](100)</code> turns.
** Become Ladder (Rod must be a mace):
*** ''Prior to gaining the amulet'': Similar to quaffing a cursed potion of [[gain level]], allows you to escape through the ceiling to the level above.
*** ''After gaining the amulet'': Similar to zapping a [[wand of digging]] downward, allows you to escape through the floor to the level below.
*** ''While swallowed'': Similar to zapping a [[wand of digging]], the extending ladder seriously injures physical monsters engulfing you.
** Show me my surroundings: Maps local area using [[clairvoyance]].
** Inspire Fear: Scares nearby monsters that can see you.
** Give me your life (Rod must be a spear): Drains two levels from one adjacent monster and heals you for 4d8 hp.
** Kneel: Paralyzes one adjacent monster.

Using the "become ladder" command while [[engulf]]ed will reduce the engulfing monster's HP to 1, with a few exceptions. If the monster is [[Juiblex]], [[User:Chris/dNetHack/dNethack_Devil_Lords#Leviathan|Leviathan]], or a rare [[Metroid#metroid queen|metroid queen]], its health will only be reduced by {{frac|4}}.

===SlashTHEM===
In SlashTHEM, invoking the Rod reveals the location of all [[pets]] on the level, and increases the [[tameness]] of those that are within line of sight.

==Messages==
{{message|The Rod extends quickly, reaching for the <ceiling>!|The "Become Ladder" command was used prior to gaining the Amulet (dNetHack).}}
{{message|The <ceiling> obediently yields before the Rod, and you climb to the level above.|The command succeeded.}}
{{message|However, it is unable to pierce the <ceiling>.|The command failed because the player was on a level where the [[potion of gain level|gain level effect]] is blocked.}}
{{message|The Rod begins to extend quickly upwards. However, a mysterious force slams it back into the <surface> below.|The command was used after gaining the Amulet (dNetHack).  A [[pit]] or [[hole]] is created below the player, as if a [[wand of digging]] was zapped downwards.}}
{{message|The Rod quickly lengthens and pierces <foo>'s <stomach> wall!|The command was used while [[engulf]]ed by a physical monster, [[Wand of digging|reducing its health and expelling the player]].}}

{{message|You thrust the Rod into the air, that all may know of your might.|The "Inspire Fear" command was used (dNetHack).}}

{{message|The Rod glows and then fades. <Foo> suddenly seems weaker! You feel better.|The "Give Me Your Life" command was used successfully to drain life from a monster (dNetHack).}}

{{message|The Rod glows and then fades. <Foo> kneels before you.|The "Kneel" command was used successfully to paralyze a monster (dNetHack).}}

==References==
Reference: [https://github.com/Chris-plus-alphanumericgibberish/dnethack/commit/980737c5e4fca9299af8f797d159182f7c2bc242 Chris' Noble Patch]
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