====== Dagger ======

{{ rpd:images:dagger_item.png|Dagger }}

The Dagger is a [[en:rpd_melee_weapon_item|melee weapon]] in Remixed Dungeon that emphasizes speed and precision over raw damage.

==== Description ====
A simple iron dagger with a well worn wooden handle. The Dagger is a light, fast weapon that allows for quick attacks. It is ideal for characters who want to make multiple attacks per turn or for those who rely on dexterity over brute force.

==== Weapon Properties ====
  * **Tier:** 1
  * **Accuracy modifier:** 1.2x (compared to 1.0x baseline)
  * **Delay modifier:** 1.0x (compared to 1.0x baseline)
  * **Damage:** 1-4 (base, increases with upgrades)
  * **Required Strength:** 10 (decreases with upgrades)
  * **Speed:** Fast attacks compared to other weapon types
  * **Accuracy:** Good accuracy
  * **Upgrade Potential:** Can be upgraded with [[en:rpd_scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scrolls of Upgrade]]
  * **Enchantments:** Compatible with [[en:rpd_weapon_enchantments_mechanic|weapon enchantments]]

==== Available Daggers ====
  * [[en:rpd_elven_dagger_item|Elven Dagger]] - Faster variant with special properties (tier 1, 1.5x accuracy, 0.7x delay, 9 required strength)

==== Mechanics ====
  * **Attack Speed:** Daggers have high attack speed enabling multiple attacks in a single turn
  * **Surprise Attack:** Particularly effective with [[en:rpd_assassin_subclass|Assassin]] subclass's backstab ability
  * **Dual Wielding:** Well-suited for dual wielding strategies

==== Strategy ====
  * Daggers allow for multiple attacks in a single turn due to their speed
  * Effective when combined with stealth or invisibility
  * Good for characters with high dexterity or those using the Assassin subclass
  * Works well with dual wielding builds
  * The high accuracy of daggers improves hit chance

==== Obtaining ====
  * Daggers can be found throughout the dungeon
  * Some may be available in shops, depending on the level
  * Sometimes found in [[en:rpd_prison_level|Prison]] level chests

==== Content Verification ====
  * **Information Source:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/melee/Dagger.java|Dagger.java]]
  * **Stats Verification:** Extracted directly from Dagger class properties: ``super(1, 1.2f, 1f)`` where 1 is tier, 1.2f is accuracy modifier, 1f is delay modifier
  * **Effect Descriptions:** Based on MeleeWeapon base class mechanics and string resources
  * **Last Updated:** December 2025
  * **Source File:** Dagger.java

==== Code References ====
  * Base weapon implementation: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/melee/MeleeWeapon.java|MeleeWeapon.java]]
  * Dagger implementation: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/melee/Dagger.java|Dagger.java]]
  * String resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L1110-L1112|Dagger strings]]

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd_melee_weapons|Melee Weapons]] - Other close combat weapons
  * [[en:rpd_melee_combat|Melee Combat]] - General melee combat mechanics
  * [[en:rpd_weapon_item|Weapons]] - All weapon types
  * [[en:rpd_assassin_subclass|Assassin]] - Subclass that benefits from daggers
  * [[en:rpd_scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scroll of Upgrade]] - Item to upgrade weapons

==== Related ====
  * [[en:rpd_elven_dagger_item|Elven Dagger]] - Faster dagger variant
  * [[en:rpd_melee_weapon_item|Melee Weapons]] - Other close combat weapons
  * [[en:rpd_weapon_item|Weapons]] - All weapon types
  * [[en:rpd_weapon_enchantments_mechanic|Weapon Enchantments]] - Enchantment mechanics

==== Other Languages ====
  * [[ru:rpd_dagger_item|Кинжал (Russian)]]
  * [[es:rpd_dagger_item|Daga (Spanish)]]
  * [[fr:rpd_dagger_item|Dague (French)]]
  * [[de:rpd_dagger_item|Dolch (German)]]
  * [[pt:rpd_dagger_item|Adaga (Portuguese)]]
  * [[it:rpd_dagger_item|Pugnale (Italian)]]
  * [[ja:rpd_dagger_item|短剣 (Japanese)]]
  * [[ko:rpd_dagger_item|단검 (Korean)]]
  * [[cn:rpd_dagger_item|匕首 (Chinese)]]
  * [[pl:rpd_dagger_item|Sztylet (Polish)]]
  * [[uk:rpd_dagger_item|Кинджал (Ukrainian)]]
  * [[hu:rpd_dagger_item|Törökbicska (Hungarian)]]
  * [[tr:rpd_dagger_item|Bıçak (Turkish)]]
  * [[el:rpd_dagger_item|Κινδύνα (Greek)]]
  * [[in:rpd_dagger_item|Belati (Indonesian)]]
  * [[ms:rpd_dagger_item|Belati (Malay)]]

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