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The systems in these games are governed by rules from the pen-and-paper RPG Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. There have been many turn-based and action RPGs that have utilized parts of the AD&D rule set.
Arcane Horrors serve as proof that the dangers of possession extend even beyond a mage’s lifetime.
In many RPGs, especially those made in Japan, magic is categorized as black or white. Black magic spells deal damage or inflict negative effects.
Bosses are enemies that fight you at the end of a level or at a significant point in the story.
Not all bosses can handle the player by themselves. Many use waves of lesser enemies to fight for them while they rest, and some even let these minions do all the work.
Introduced in the infamous Tomb of Horrors D&D module, a demilich is an extremely powerful variant of the magic-using undead lich.
Many video game villains oftentimes laugh in evil ways, be it a vicious cackle, a sneering chuckle, or a booming laugh. Common evil laughs often include "Bwa-ha-ha", "Mwa-ha-ha", or "Ho ho ho".
The counterpart to 'faceless hero'. Sometimes the 'faceless evil' doesn't appear at all, but when it does, the player doesn't get a look at its face.
A characteristic present in game characters with a superior state of mind reflected in how they solve problems and their way of approaching situations.
A Horcrux is a form of Dark Magic that allows a Witch or Wizard to encase part of their soul in ordinary objects, making them invincible.
Whether a character never ages or is invincible, immortality represents the inability to die. Sometimes this is a blessing, sometimes it is a curse. Either way it usually makes for an interesting game mechanic.
The ability to float through the air without the aid of a mechanical device such as a jetpack, or the usual biological aids, such as wings.
A process by which one player/creature's health points are transferred to another, particularly via a spell, technique or item.
The concept of affecting the universe through supernatural methods, breaking the fundamental laws of science.
Nameless and disposable characters, who follow commands from whoever they see as their leader or boss.
Necromancers are spell casters who specializes in conjuring and controlling the undead.
Magic or divination involving the dead and departed. One that practices necromancy is generally referred to as a necromancer.
Resurrection is the act of being brought back to life. One must have already been living and have died in order to be able to be resurrected.
Set of actions, that are part of a religion or traditions.
Skeleton Warriors are comprised of the animated bones of the dead. Often brought to life to do the bidding of an evil master as mindless and indefatigable soldiers and guardsmen.
The skeleton is the framework of the human body.
A visual representation showing the spells or skills collected by the player. This is in reference part of the user interface, not to book objects within a game.
The Tomb Kings is an army in the Warhammer Fantasy setting. Once proud rulers of Nehekhara, the Kings, along with their entire civilization were subjected to a fatal curse by Nagash the Black, the Father of Necromancy.
The Undead is an umbrella term describing creatures that do not exhibit the key fundamental attributes that are associated with life, such as respiration, and blood circulation. They are divided into two main categories: Ethereal and Corporeal, depending on whether or not they have a body.
A dragon that has been resurrected after death. Undead Dragons are often weaker but more terrifying than their living counterparts.
A malevolent character whose goals are evil in nature. While villains are commonly featured as antagonists, not all antagonists are necessarily villains.
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