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	====[[Survival\|Survival Skills]]====		====[[Survival\|Survival Skills]]====
	Necromancers are survivalists and, as a [[survival]] prime, much of your training will be centered around these skills, though you will by no means want to neglect [[weapons]], [[armor]], [[magic]] or [[lore]]. Ultimately, you will need to train seven [[survival]] skills in order to advance in the guild. Since there are nine [[survival]] skills that can meet this requirement, you will only be able to avoid training two of those skills. [[Stealth]] and [[Evasion]] are both essential to and will likely be your bread and butter. [[Skinning]] and [[First Aid]] are easily trained in combat when you use [[Necromantic_Rituals\|rituals]]. The latter is important in your ability to tend [[wounds\|bleeding wounds]] although its' utility does drop off at moderate skill levels. [[Perception]] is easily trained in combat using the [[hunt command]] but can be trained by [[collect_command\|collecting piles]], which will also train [[outdoorsmanship]] and enhance your ability to collect raw materials for many [[crafting\|crafts]]. [[Athletics]] will assist your mobility and it is probably best not to neglect this skill. You may want to train [[Locksmithing]], though this ties you to creatures that drop boxes. [[Thievery_skill\|Thievery]] is a poor choice as ~~you~~ ~~will~~ ~~generally~~ ~~want~~ to ~~avoid~~ ~~towns~~.		Necromancers are survivalists and, as a [[survival]] prime, much of your training will be centered around these skills, though you will by no means want to neglect [[weapons]], [[armor]], [[magic]] or [[lore]]. Ultimately, you will need to train seven [[survival]] skills in order to advance in the guild. Since there are nine [[survival]] skills that can meet this requirement, you will only be able to avoid training two of those skills. [[Stealth]] and [[Evasion]] are both essential to and will likely be your bread and butter. [[Skinning]] and [[First Aid]] are easily trained in combat when you use [[Necromantic_Rituals\|rituals]]. The latter is important in your ability to tend [[wounds\|bleeding wounds]] although its' utility does drop off at moderate skill levels. [[Perception]] is easily trained in combat using the [[hunt command]] but can be trained by [[collect_command\|collecting piles]], which will also train [[outdoorsmanship]] and enhance your ability to collect raw materials for many [[crafting\|crafts]]. [[Athletics]] will assist your mobility and it is probably best not to neglect this skill. You may want to train [[Locksmithing]], though this ties you to creatures that drop boxes. [[Thievery_skill\|Thievery]] in town is a poor choice; however, [[Breaking and Entering]] in non-standard [[justice]] is a far better option.

	====[[Thanatology\|Training Thanatology]]====		====[[Thanatology\|Training Thanatology]]====
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	It is often best to choose, at least initially, a goal in order to guide your spell choices. A perfectly valid spell progression may be [[Heighten Pain]] (Debilitation), [[Acid Splash]] (Targeted), [[Obfuscation]] (Augmentation), and then pick up [[Gauge Flow]] (Utility) and [[Manifest Force]] (Warding). These five spells will allow you to train all your magics. Another valid spell progression would be picking a set of goals. For example, having [[Consume Flesh]] at 15th, to allow self healing or getting [[Rite of Contrition]] around the time you get 80 [[utility]] in order to mitigate the risk of being successfully accused in a justice area. Many people rush to get [[Spiteful Rebirth]] as soon as possible (at 30th circle) but I recommend against this strategy. Until you are Forsaken you can get and use [[Favors]] which are, pragmatically, a better way of dealing with death and also contribute to the illusion that you are not a Necromancer (anyone having no [[Favors]] will raise the suspicion of any [[Cleric]] who [[perceive_command\|Perceives]] them). You will not become Forsaken until you cast [[Call From Beyond]] and/or [[Spiteful Rebirth]] twice, reach 100th circle or completely fail to manage your [[Outrage\|Divine Outrage]] (which is very difficult to do). Therefore, you can delay learning this spell until you learn [[Call From Beyond]] in most cases.		It is often best to choose, at least initially, a goal in order to guide your spell choices. A perfectly valid spell progression may be [[Heighten Pain]] (Debilitation), [[Acid Splash]] (Targeted), [[Obfuscation]] (Augmentation), and then pick up [[Gauge Flow]] (Utility) and [[Manifest Force]] (Warding). These five spells will allow you to train all your magics. Another valid spell progression would be picking a set of goals. For example, having [[Consume Flesh]] at 15th, to allow self healing or getting [[Rite of Contrition]] around the time you get 80 [[utility]] in order to mitigate the risk of being successfully accused in a justice area. Many people rush to get [[Spiteful Rebirth]] as soon as possible (at 30th circle) but I recommend against this strategy. Until you are Forsaken you can get and use [[Favors]] which are, pragmatically, a better way of dealing with death and also contribute to the illusion that you are not a Necromancer (anyone having no [[Favors]] will raise the suspicion of any [[Cleric]] who [[perceive_command\|Perceives]] them). You will not become Forsaken until you cast [[Call From Beyond]] and/or [[Spiteful Rebirth]] twice, reach 100th circle or completely fail to manage your [[Outrage\|Divine Outrage]] (which is very difficult to do). Therefore, you can delay learning this spell until you learn [[Call From Beyond]] in most cases.

	Note: [[Analogous Patterns]] spells are not taught by guild masters. You will instead need to purchase a [[Spell_Scrolls\|scroll]] from [[Herilo's_Artifacts]] and and [[Spell_Scrolls#invoke\|invoke]] it in order to permanently learn them. You can also temporarily memorize a single scroll by [[Spell_Scrolls#Study\|studying]] it if you wish, but you will lose it if you die and need to purchase a new scroll.		Note: [[Analogous Patterns]] spells are not taught by guild masters. You will instead need to purchase a [[Spell_Scrolls\|scroll]] from [[Herilo's_Artifacts\|Herilo's Artifacts]] and and [[Spell_Scrolls#invoke\|invoke]] it in order to permanently learn them. You can also temporarily memorize a single scroll by [[Spell_Scrolls#Study\|studying]] it if you wish, but you will lose it if you die and need to purchase a new scroll.

	====[[Attributes\|Statistic Training]]====		====[[Attributes\|Statistic Training]]====

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hierarchy tweaks

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	As mentioned, you must acquire a belt knife, which are available from the guildhall. These are required for performing rituals. Please note, a belt-worn skinning knife is sufficient for all rituals: you do not need both.		As mentioned, you must acquire a belt knife, which are available from the guildhall. These are required for performing rituals. Please note, a belt-worn skinning knife is sufficient for all rituals: you do not need both.

	====Now What?====		===Now What?===
	The first order of business now is getting out of town! All of the spells within the Necromancer spellbook may be recognized by more experienced magic users, which would out you as a Necromancer. Be smart, keep your wits about you, and stay under the radar. Do not cast your Necromancer spells in town. Do not train your magics by casting Necromantic spells in front of people. When in doubt, type JUSTICE to ascertain if you are in a justice zone.		The first order of business now is getting out of town! All of the spells within the Necromancer spellbook may be recognized by more experienced magic users, which would out you as a Necromancer. Be smart, keep your wits about you, and stay under the radar. Do not cast your Necromancer spells in town. Do not train your magics by casting Necromantic spells in front of people. When in doubt, type JUSTICE to ascertain if you are in a justice zone.

	As you begin your training, make sure you keep your TM, Debilitation, and Stealth moving. TM will be your most potent offense, and determines the strength of your pets. In a fight, you will not rely on weapons, so don't become discouraged if they move very slowly.		As you begin your training, make sure you keep your TM, Debilitation, and Stealth moving. TM will be your most potent offense, and determines the strength of your pets. In a fight, you will not rely on weapons, so don't become discouraged if they move very slowly.

	=====Necromancers and Policy=====		====Necromancers and Policy====
	There is no longer any conceptual difference between a Necromancer and any other guild as far as policy goes. There is no more additional grey area or burden of proof for harassment. Necromancers do not get a blank check for mayhem, and you may not harass or kill a PC without consent simply because they are a Necromancer.		There is no longer any conceptual difference between a Necromancer and any other guild as far as policy goes. There is no more additional grey area or burden of proof for harassment. Necromancers do not get a blank check for mayhem, and you may not harass or kill a PC without consent simply because they are a Necromancer.

	=====Consent=====		====Consent====
	Generally speaking, you are signing yourself up for conflict when you become a Necromancer, and many guilds and characters role-play actively hunting and hating Necromancers; they are not in the wrong to start a fight with you and potentially escalate it to physical violence. If someone is role-playing a confrontation and you don't want to fight, you can of course OOC whisper to them that you aren't interested, but you should not expect them to simply leave you alone forever. Sitting in a crowded hunting area with a bunch of Transcendental spells on you is a good way to invite conflict. Be smart with your exposure.		Generally speaking, you are signing yourself up for conflict when you become a Necromancer, and many guilds and characters role-play actively hunting and hating Necromancers; they are not in the wrong to start a fight with you and potentially escalate it to physical violence. If someone is role-playing a confrontation and you don't want to fight, you can of course OOC whisper to them that you aren't interested, but you should not expect them to simply leave you alone forever. Sitting in a crowded hunting area with a bunch of Transcendental spells on you is a good way to invite conflict. Be smart with your exposure.

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 As mentioned, you must acquire a belt knife, which are available from the guildhall. These are required for performing rituals.  Please note, a belt-worn skinning knife is sufficient for all rituals:  you do not need both.
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 As you begin your training, make sure you keep your TM, Debilitation, and Stealth moving. TM will be your most potent offense, and determines the strength of your pets. In a fight, you will not rely on weapons, so don't become discouraged if they move very slowly.
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 Necromancers, perhaps more than any other guild, rely on being prepared for a fight.
 =Finding More Help=

TK-421: /* Magic Skills */

2020-11-30T00:25:42Z

Magic Skills

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	Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.		Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.

	Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Rite of Grace]], [[Obfuscation]], ~~and~~ [[Eyes of the Blind]].		Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Rite of Grace]], [[Obfuscation]], [[Eyes of the Blind]], [[Vivisection]], and [[Rite of Forbearance]].

	We'll talk about specific magic spells later.		We'll talk about specific magic spells later.

TK-421: /* Magic Skills */

2020-11-29T23:51:40Z

Magic Skills

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	Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.		Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.

	Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Obfuscation]], and [[Eyes of the Blind]].		Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Rite of Grace]], [[Obfuscation]], and [[Eyes of the Blind]].

	We'll talk about specific magic spells later.		We'll talk about specific magic spells later.

TK-421: Corrected some out-of-date information

2020-07-06T00:57:50Z

Corrected some out-of-date information

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SPICYDIAPSID at 21:54, 30 June 2020

2020-06-30T21:54:15Z

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	<br>		<br>
	While being a Necromancer doesn't mean you can be harassed, a certain degree of conflict is inherent to the guild. Don't be afraid to role-play out a confrontation, and aim for a non-violent solution, but if that fails, be prepared to move for a bit.<br>		While being a Necromancer doesn't mean you can be harassed, a certain degree of conflict is inherent to the guild. Don't be afraid to role-play out a confrontation, and aim for a non-violent solution, but if that fails, be prepared to move for a bit.<br>

			=Finding More Help=
			Finding your community and additional IC (in character) and OOC (out of character) help is much more easier now. You can join the DR [[Discord]] at any time.

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DYANT2: /* Starting Gear */

2020-01-06T23:17:22Z

Starting Gear

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	You'll want to find some starting magical items to train with, preferably a small [[cambrinth]], like a shard or a ring or a [[runestone]]. [[Runestone\|Runestones]] will also teach [[sorcery]] when you focus on it, although, unlike [[cambrinth]], it will stop teaching you around 50-80 ranks.<br>		You'll want to find some starting magical items to train with, preferably a small [[cambrinth]], like a shard or a ring or a [[runestone]]. [[Runestone\|Runestones]] will also teach [[sorcery]] when you focus on it, although, unlike [[cambrinth]], it will stop teaching you around 50-80 ranks.<br>
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	As mentioned, you must acquire a belt knife, which are available from the guildhall. These are required for performing rituals.<br>		As mentioned, you must acquire a belt knife, which are available from the guildhall. These are required for performing rituals. Please note, a belt-worn skinning knife is sufficient for all rituals: you do not need both.<br>
	<br>		<br>

	====Now What?====		====Now What?====
	The first order of business now is getting out of town! All of the spells within the Necromancer spellbook may be recognized by more experienced magic users, which would out you as a Necromancer. Be smart, keep your wits about you, and stay under the radar. Do not cast your Necromancer spells in town. Do not train your magics by casting Necromantic spells in front of people. When in doubt, type JUSTICE to ascertain if you are in a justice zone.<br>		The first order of business now is getting out of town! All of the spells within the Necromancer spellbook may be recognized by more experienced magic users, which would out you as a Necromancer. Be smart, keep your wits about you, and stay under the radar. Do not cast your Necromancer spells in town. Do not train your magics by casting Necromantic spells in front of people. When in doubt, type JUSTICE to ascertain if you are in a justice zone.<br>

TK-421: /* Magic Skills */ REI not safe in justice

2019-05-28T20:06:20Z

Magic Skills: REI not safe in justice

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	Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.<br>		Any Transcendental spell, if cast in town, will alert the authorities. Additionally, they will all change your appearance, so anyone looking at you will know you are a Necromancer. [[Calcified Hide]] and [[Worm's Mist]] will even alert anyone in the room, so they won't even have to look at you. Any offensive spell, TM or Debilitation, will also alert the authorities.<br>
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	Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Obfuscation]]~~, [[Researcher's Insight]] (though it will be obvious to other players that you are casting it)~~, and [[Eyes of the Blind]].<br>		Spells you can cast in town are [[Rite of Contrition]], [[Obfuscation]], and [[Eyes of the Blind]].<br>
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	We'll talk about specific magic spells later.<br>		We'll talk about specific magic spells later.<br>

TK-421: Added Necro spoiler tag

2018-11-25T07:32:29Z

Added Necro spoiler tag

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			{{Necro}}
	This is a page for the Necromancer specific page for the Newbie Help Guide. Whenever possible, overlap with the general guide should be minimized.		This is a page for the Necromancer specific page for the Newbie Help Guide. Whenever possible, overlap with the general guide should be minimized.

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	====[[Survival\|Survival Skills]]====		====[[Survival\|Survival Skills]]====
	Necromancers are survivalists and, as a [[survival]] prime, much of your training will be centered around these skills, though you will by no means want to neglect [[weapons]], [[armor]], [[magic]] or [[lore]]. Ultimately, you will need to train seven [[survival]] skills in order to advance in the guild. Since there are nine [[survival]] skills that can meet this requirement, you will only be able to avoid training two of those skills. [[Stealth]] and [[Evasion]] are both essential to and will likely be your bread and butter. [[Skinning]] and [[First Aid]] are easily trained in combat when you use [[Necromantic_Rituals\|rituals]]. The latter is important in your ability to tend [[wounds\|bleeding wounds]] although its' utility does drop off at moderate skill levels. [[Perception]] is easily trained in combat using the [[hunt command]] but can be trained by [[collect_command\|collecting piles]], which will also train [[outdoorsmanship]] and enhance your ability to collect raw materials for many [[crafting\|crafts]]. [[Athletics]] will assist your mobility and it is probably best not to neglect this skill. You may want to train [[Locksmithing]], though this ties you to creatures that drop boxes. [[Thievery_skill\|Thievery]] is a poor choice as ~~you~~ ~~will~~ ~~generally~~ ~~want~~ to ~~avoid~~ ~~towns~~.		Necromancers are survivalists and, as a [[survival]] prime, much of your training will be centered around these skills, though you will by no means want to neglect [[weapons]], [[armor]], [[magic]] or [[lore]]. Ultimately, you will need to train seven [[survival]] skills in order to advance in the guild. Since there are nine [[survival]] skills that can meet this requirement, you will only be able to avoid training two of those skills. [[Stealth]] and [[Evasion]] are both essential to and will likely be your bread and butter. [[Skinning]] and [[First Aid]] are easily trained in combat when you use [[Necromantic_Rituals\|rituals]]. The latter is important in your ability to tend [[wounds\|bleeding wounds]] although its' utility does drop off at moderate skill levels. [[Perception]] is easily trained in combat using the [[hunt command]] but can be trained by [[collect_command\|collecting piles]], which will also train [[outdoorsmanship]] and enhance your ability to collect raw materials for many [[crafting\|crafts]]. [[Athletics]] will assist your mobility and it is probably best not to neglect this skill. You may want to train [[Locksmithing]], though this ties you to creatures that drop boxes. [[Thievery_skill\|Thievery]] in town is a poor choice; however, [[Breaking and Entering]] in non-standard [[justice]] is a far better option.

	====[[Thanatology\|Training Thanatology]]====		====[[Thanatology\|Training Thanatology]]====
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	It is often best to choose, at least initially, a goal in order to guide your spell choices. A perfectly valid spell progression may be [[Heighten Pain]] (Debilitation), [[Acid Splash]] (Targeted), [[Obfuscation]] (Augmentation), and then pick up [[Gauge Flow]] (Utility) and [[Manifest Force]] (Warding). These five spells will allow you to train all your magics. Another valid spell progression would be picking a set of goals. For example, having [[Consume Flesh]] at 15th, to allow self healing or getting [[Rite of Contrition]] around the time you get 80 [[utility]] in order to mitigate the risk of being successfully accused in a justice area. Many people rush to get [[Spiteful Rebirth]] as soon as possible (at 30th circle) but I recommend against this strategy. Until you are Forsaken you can get and use [[Favors]] which are, pragmatically, a better way of dealing with death and also contribute to the illusion that you are not a Necromancer (anyone having no [[Favors]] will raise the suspicion of any [[Cleric]] who [[perceive_command\|Perceives]] them). You will not become Forsaken until you cast [[Call From Beyond]] and/or [[Spiteful Rebirth]] twice, reach 100th circle or completely fail to manage your [[Outrage\|Divine Outrage]] (which is very difficult to do). Therefore, you can delay learning this spell until you learn [[Call From Beyond]] in most cases.		It is often best to choose, at least initially, a goal in order to guide your spell choices. A perfectly valid spell progression may be [[Heighten Pain]] (Debilitation), [[Acid Splash]] (Targeted), [[Obfuscation]] (Augmentation), and then pick up [[Gauge Flow]] (Utility) and [[Manifest Force]] (Warding). These five spells will allow you to train all your magics. Another valid spell progression would be picking a set of goals. For example, having [[Consume Flesh]] at 15th, to allow self healing or getting [[Rite of Contrition]] around the time you get 80 [[utility]] in order to mitigate the risk of being successfully accused in a justice area. Many people rush to get [[Spiteful Rebirth]] as soon as possible (at 30th circle) but I recommend against this strategy. Until you are Forsaken you can get and use [[Favors]] which are, pragmatically, a better way of dealing with death and also contribute to the illusion that you are not a Necromancer (anyone having no [[Favors]] will raise the suspicion of any [[Cleric]] who [[perceive_command\|Perceives]] them). You will not become Forsaken until you cast [[Call From Beyond]] and/or [[Spiteful Rebirth]] twice, reach 100th circle or completely fail to manage your [[Outrage\|Divine Outrage]] (which is very difficult to do). Therefore, you can delay learning this spell until you learn [[Call From Beyond]] in most cases.

	Note: [[Analogous Patterns]] spells are not taught by guild masters. You will instead need to purchase a [[Spell_Scrolls\|scroll]] from [[Herilo's_Artifacts]] and and [[Spell_Scrolls#invoke\|invoke]] it in order to permanently learn them. You can also temporarily memorize a single scroll by [[Spell_Scrolls#Study\|studying]] it if you wish, but you will lose it if you die and need to purchase a new scroll.		Note: [[Analogous Patterns]] spells are not taught by guild masters. You will instead need to purchase a [[Spell_Scrolls\|scroll]] from [[Herilo's_Artifacts\|Herilo's Artifacts]] and and [[Spell_Scrolls#invoke\|invoke]] it in order to permanently learn them. You can also temporarily memorize a single scroll by [[Spell_Scrolls#Study\|studying]] it if you wish, but you will lose it if you die and need to purchase a new scroll.

	====[[Attributes\|Statistic Training]]====		====[[Attributes\|Statistic Training]]====