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[[File:Poison-usage.gif|frame|right|Poison capsule being deployed against some trees. Note the size of the cloud created.]]
[[File:Poison-usage.gif|frame|right|Poison capsule being deployed against some trees. Note the size of the cloud created.]]


A basic capsule that creates a large, long-lasting cloud of regular [[Damage|poison damage]] at the target area.  This is one of the most effective ways of removing [[Tree]]s.
A basic capsule that creates a large, long-lasting (20 seconds) cloud of regular [[Damage|poison damage]] at the target area.  This is one of the most effective ways of removing [[Tree]]s.


Poison capsules can also be used to "kite" [[Enemies|Worms]], since they are stationary. This technique is relatively safe, but slow and expensive - it takes 4-5 poison capsules to kill a Big Worm. Since [[Spawners]] are not affected by poison damage, Poison capsules are also useless against them.
Poison capsules can also be used to "kite" [[Enemies|Worms]], since they are stationary. This technique is relatively safe, but slow and expensive - it takes 4-5 poison capsules to kill a Big Worm. Since [[Spawners]] are not affected by poison damage, Poison capsules are also useless against them.

Revision as of 11:23, 30 May 2017

Poison capsule/infobox

Poison capsule being deployed against some trees. Note the size of the cloud created.

A basic capsule that creates a large, long-lasting (20 seconds) cloud of regular poison damage at the target area. This is one of the most effective ways of removing Trees.

Poison capsules can also be used to "kite" Worms, since they are stationary. This technique is relatively safe, but slow and expensive - it takes 4-5 poison capsules to kill a Big Worm. Since Spawners are not affected by poison damage, Poison capsules are also useless against them.

History

  • 0.11.17:
    • Tooltips are now generated automatically for some items, including capsules.
  • 0.11.9:
    • Green coral is now affected by the poison capsule. This is controlled by the "breaths-air" entity flag.
  • 0.9.1:
    • Capsules can be used in god mode. (player without character)
  • 0.7.1:
    • Capsule is less expensive.

See also