The following command descriptions are listed as the command name plus the default key to use it. For those who prefer the original “roguelike” keyset, the name and key of the roguelike command is also shown if it is different. Then comes a brief description of the command, including information about alternative methods of specifying the command in each keyset, when needed.
Some commands use the “repeat count” to automatically repeat the command several times, while others use the “repeat count” to specify a “quantity” for the command, and still others use it as an “argument” of some kind.
Most commands take no “energy” to perform, while other commands only take energy when they cause the world to change in some way. For example, attempting to read a scroll while blind does not use any energy.
The following command is very useful for beginners,Command lists (‘Enter’)
This brings up a little window in the middle of the screen, in which you can select what command you would like to use by browsing. If you wish to begin playing immediately, you can use this option to navigate the commands and refer to this guide when you need more details about specific commands.