Hero classes are the different character types available to players in Remixed Dungeon. Hero Classes determine the starting equipment, stats, and special abilities of the character. Each class has unique advantages and playstyles that make them better suited for different approaches to the dungeon.

• Warrior - Strong and durable with bonus health
• Mage - Powerful spells and wands, with food that recharges wands
• Rogue - Stealthy with invisibility and bonus gold
• Huntress - Ranged combat specialist with bow and arrows
• Elf - Magical abilities with mana system and special subclass options
• Necromancer - Specialized class focused on necromantic magic

• Starting Equipment: Each class begins with specific equipment
• Special Abilities: Unique class abilities that differentiate playstyles
• Stat Affinities: Classes excel in different areas
• Playstyle: Each class encourages different approaches to dungeon exploration

• Warrior: Starts with a unique weapon and armor, and an edible ration. Has a special ability to heal when fighting weakened enemies.
• Mage: Begins with a magical staff that can be used as a weapon or to store wands. Has a special ability to recharge items quickly.
• Rogue: Starts with a unique short sword and a set of throwing knives. Has a special ability to become invisible after landing a powerful attack.
• Huntress: Begins with a special bow and high magic capacity. Has a special ability to recharge wands and staves.
• Elf: Begins with a special bow and high magic capacity. Has a special ability to recharge wands and staves.
• Necromancer: Starts with necromantic equipment and can raise undead. Has a special ability to control enemies temporarily.

Each hero class starts with:

• Unique weapon
• Unique armor
• Special ability that activates under specific conditions
• Unique food items

Advanced players can unlock subclasses (mastery paths) after winning with a class:

• Warrior: Gladiator or Brawler
• Mage: Battle Mage or Warmage
• Rogue: Freerunner or Assassin
• Huntress: Spearmaid or Sniper
• Elf: Shaman or Druid
• Necromancer: Lich

• New Players: Warrior is generally the most forgiving for beginners
• Advanced Players: Each class offers unique challenges and strategies
• Playstyle Match: Choose based on preferred gameplay approach
• Experimentation: Try different classes to find your preference
• Long-term: Consider how classes develop through multiple playthroughs

• Hero Classes: HeroClass.java - Class definitions
• Class Abilities: Hero.java - How class abilities are implemented
• Starting Items: Dungeon starting setup - How starting items are assigned
• String Resources: strings_all.xml - All class-related text

• Hero Subclasses
• Hero
• Warrior
• Mage
• Rogue
• Huntress
• Elf
• Necromancer