====== Earthroot Level Object ======

{{ rpd:images:earthroot_level_object.png|Earthroot Level Object }}

==== Description ====
The **Earthroot** is a plant level object that can grow from [[en:rpd:earthroot_seed_item|Earthroot Seeds]]. When a creature steps on or bumps into it, it applies an **Earthroot Armor** buff that absorbs damage equal to the creature's max HP while the creature remains on the same cell. The plant withers and disappears after being triggered.

==== Effects ====
  * Applies the **Earthroot Armor** buff when triggered (absorbs damage up to target's max HP)
  * Buff lasts only while the target stays on the same cell - moving removes it
  * Visual effect: earth particles and camera shake when triggered
  * The level object is destroyed after being touched

==== Mechanics ====
  * Earthroot level objects can be found naturally in the dungeon
  * They can also be grown by planting [[en:rpd:earthroot_seed_item|Earthroot Seeds]]
  * Implemented as a data-driven `Plant` class with Lua script behavior (`scripts/plants/Earthroot.lua`)
  * The armor buff is defined in `scripts/buffs/Armor.lua` and uses the target's max HP as the absorption pool
  * **Warden Subclass Bonus**: Heroes with the Warden subclass receive an enhanced Barkskin buff when interacting with any plant (level = max HP / 3), plus a chance to receive a random seed or dewdrop
  * Flying creatures are not immune to the armor effect, but the buff detaches if they move

==== Strategy ====
  * **Strategic Placement:** Plant Earthroot seeds in locations where you plan to stay defensively
  * **Emergency Protection:** Useful when facing difficult enemies if you can hold your position on the plant's cell
  * **Warden Synergy:** Warden subclass gains additional Barkskin armor and resource drops from plants
  * The armor pool equals your max HP, making it very effective for high-HP builds
  * Consider saving seeds for challenging encounters or boss fights where you can hold a position

==== Code Reference ====
  * Plant Factory Class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/plants/Plant.java|Plant.java]] - Data-driven plant implementation
  * Earthroot Lua Script: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/plants/Earthroot.lua|Earthroot.lua]] - Effect logic (applies Armor buff with level = target's max HP)
  * Armor Buff Script: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/assets/scripts/buffs/Armor.lua|Armor.lua]] - Absorbs damage up to buff level, detaches on movement
  * Earthroot Seed: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/plants/EarthrootSeed.java|EarthrootSeed.java]] - Seed item that grows Earthroot plants
  * String Resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml|Earthroot_Name, Earthroot_Desc, EarthrootBuff_Name, EarthrootBuff_Info]]

==== Related ====
  * [[en:rpd:earthroot_seed_item|Earthroot Seed]] - The seed used to grow Earthroot level objects
  * [[mr:armor_buff|Armor Buff]] - The damage-absorbing buff provided by Earthroot
  * [[en:rpd:barkskin_buff|Barkskin]] - Additional armor buff for Warden subclass from plants
  * [[en:rpd:plants|Plants]] - Other plants in the game
  * [[en:rpd:seeds_mechanic|Seeds]] - Seeds that can be planted to grow useful plants
  * [[en:rpd:level_objects|Level Objects]] - Other interactive objects in dungeon levels

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