v3.2.0: balance changes for T1 thrown weapons

core/src/main/assets/messages/items/items.properties

@@ -2170,10 +2170,11 @@ items.weapon.missiles.javelin.desc=These larger throwing spears are weighted to
 items.weapon.missiles.kunai.name=kunai
 items.weapon.missiles.kunai.desc=These small knives are very powerful in the hands of a skilled user. They are most effective against unaware enemies.
 
-items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.stats_known=This set of _tier-%1$d_ thrown weapons deals _%2$d-%3$d damage_ and requires _%4$d strength_ to use properly.
-items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.stats_unknown=Typically this set of _tier-%1$d_ thrown weapons deals _%2$d-%3$d damage_ and requires _%4$d strength_ to use properly.
+items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.stats_known=This set of _tier-%1$d_ thrown weapons deals _%2$d-%3$d damage_ and requires _%4$d strength_ to use.
+items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.stats_unknown=Typically this set of _tier-%1$d_ thrown weapons deals _%2$d-%3$d damage_ and requires _%4$d strength_ to use.
+items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.stats_desc=
 items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.probably_too_heavy=Probably this weapon is too heavy for you.
-items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.distance=Thrown weapons are more accurate against distant enemies, but less accurate at melee range.
+items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.distance=Thrown weapons are more accurate at range, but less accurate up close.
 items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.durability=Thrown weapons will wear out and break as they are used.
 items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.uses_left=This set of thrown weapons has _%d/%d_ uses left before one breaks.
 items.weapon.missiles.missileweapon.unlimited_uses=This set is of such high quality that it will effectively last forever.
@@ -2194,7 +2195,8 @@ items.weapon.missiles.throwinghammer.name=throwing hammer
 items.weapon.missiles.throwinghammer.desc=These hefty hammers are designed to be thrown at an enemy. While they are a bit lacking in damage, their smooth all-metal construction means they are quite durable, and won't stick to enemies.
 
 items.weapon.missiles.throwingknife.name=throwing knife
-items.weapon.missiles.throwingknife.desc=These lightweight knives are balanced to arc through the air right into their target. They are most effective against unaware enemies.
+items.weapon.missiles.throwingknife.stats_desc=This weapon is stronger against unaware enemies.
+items.weapon.missiles.throwingknife.desc=These lightweight knives are balanced to arc through the air right into their target.
 items.weapon.missiles.throwingknife.discover_hint=One of the heroes starts with this item.
 
 items.weapon.missiles.throwingspear.name=throwing spear
@@ -2224,7 +2226,7 @@ items.weapon.spiritbow.discover_hint=One of the heroes starts with this item.
 
 items.weapon.weapon.identify=You are now familiar enough with your weapon to identify it.
 items.weapon.weapon.too_heavy=Because of your inadequate strength this weapon will hinder your attack speed, accuracy, and ability to surprise attack.
-items.weapon.weapon.excess_str=Because of your excess strength, you will deal up to _%d bonus damage_ with this weapon.
+items.weapon.weapon.excess_str=Because of your excess strength, you will deal _0-%d bonus damage_ with this weapon.
 items.weapon.weapon.hardening_gone=The hardening on this weapon has worn off!
 items.weapon.weapon.incompatible=Interaction of different types of magic has negated the enchantment on this weapon!
 items.weapon.weapon.cursed_worn=Because this weapon is cursed, you are powerless to remove it.

core/src/main/java/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/actors/hero/HeroClass.java

@@ -174,7 +174,8 @@ public enum HeroClass {
 	private static void initWarrior( Hero hero ) {
 		(hero.belongings.weapon = new WornShortsword()).identify();
 		ThrowingStone stones = new ThrowingStone();
-		stones.quantity(3).collect();
+		stones.identify().collect();
+
 		Dungeon.quickslot.setSlot(0, stones);
 
 		if (hero.belongings.armor != null){
@@ -208,7 +209,7 @@ public enum HeroClass {
 		hero.belongings.artifact.activate( hero );
 
 		ThrowingKnife knives = new ThrowingKnife();
-		knives.quantity(3).collect();
+		knives.identify().collect();
 
 		Dungeon.quickslot.setSlot(0, cloak);
 		Dungeon.quickslot.setSlot(1, knives);
@@ -235,7 +236,7 @@ public enum HeroClass {
 		hero.belongings.weapon.activate(hero);
 
 		ThrowingSpike spikes = new ThrowingSpike();
-		spikes.quantity(2).collect();
+		spikes.quantity(2).identify().collect(); //set quantity is 3, but Duelist starts with 2
 
 		Dungeon.quickslot.setSlot(0, hero.belongings.weapon);
 		Dungeon.quickslot.setSlot(1, spikes);

core/src/main/java/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/items/LiquidMetal.java

@@ -211,11 +211,16 @@ public class LiquidMetal extends Item {
 		}
 
 		private int metalQuantity(MissileWeapon m){
-			//TODO a smaller quantity set (if one ever exists) should produce more metal per thrown wep?
+			float quantityPerWeapon = 5*(m.tier+1);
+			if (m.defaultQuantity() != 3){
+				quantityPerWeapon = 3f / m.defaultQuantity();
+			}
+			quantityPerWeapon += Math.pow(2, Math.min(3, m.level()));
+
 			float quantity = m.quantity()-1;
 			quantity += 0.25f + 0.0075f*m.durabilityLeft();
-			quantity *= Math.pow(2, Math.min(3, m.level()));
-			return Math.round((5*(m.tier+1))*quantity);
+
+			return Math.round(quantity * quantityPerWeapon);
 		}
 	}
 

core/src/main/java/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles/MissileWeapon.java

@@ -77,7 +77,7 @@ abstract public class MissileWeapon extends Weapon {
 	
 	public static final float MAX_DURABILITY = 100;
 	protected float durability = MAX_DURABILITY;
-	protected float baseUses = 10;
+	protected float baseUses = 8;
 	
 	public boolean holster;
 	
@@ -589,7 +589,10 @@ abstract public class MissileWeapon extends Weapon {
 			info += "\n\n" + Messages.get(Weapon.class, "not_cursed");
 		}
 
-		info += "\n\n" + Messages.get(MissileWeapon.class, "distance");
+		info += "\n\n";
+		String statsInfo = Messages.get(this, "stats_desc");
+		if (!statsInfo.equals("")) info += statsInfo + " ";
+		info += Messages.get(MissileWeapon.class, "distance");
 
 		if (levelKnown) {
 			if (durabilityPerUse() > 0) {

core/src/main/java/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles/ThrowingClub.java

@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ public class ThrowingClub extends MissileWeapon {
 		hitSoundPitch = 1.1f;
 		
 		tier = 2;
-		baseUses = 15;
+		baseUses = 12;
 		sticky = false;
 	}
 	

core/src/main/java/com/shatteredpixel/shatteredpixeldungeon/items/weapon/missiles/ThrowingSpike.java

@@ -33,6 +33,7 @@ public class ThrowingSpike extends MissileWeapon {
 
 		bones = false;
 
+		baseUses = 12;
 		tier = 1;
 	}