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	==Useful Info==		==Useful Info==
	'''The Royal Jelly''' (or '''TRJ''') is the [[list of jellies\|jelly]] boss of [[the Slime Pits]], located on Slime:5. It has an impressive amount of [[HP]], powerful [[acid]]ic melee attacks, exceptional speed, and an unusual defense mechanism: whenever it's damaged, it spawns various powerful jelly-type monsters to attack you ([[azure jellies]], [[void ooze]]s, [[rockslime]]s, [[star jelly\|star jellies]], and [[acid blob]]s). These monsters don't count as [[summon]]s, and won't disappear on TRJ's death, but aren't worth XP. ~~Unlike~~ most other monsters, ~~TRJ~~ can choose to actively retreat behind ~~its other~~ jellies.		'''The Royal Jelly''' (or '''TRJ''') is the [[list of jellies\|jelly]] boss of [[the Slime Pits]], located on Slime:5. It has an impressive amount of [[HP]], powerful [[acid]]ic melee attacks, exceptional speed, and an unusual defense mechanism: whenever it's damaged, it spawns various powerful jelly-type monsters to attack you ([[azure jellies]], [[void ooze]]s, [[rockslime]]s, [[star jelly\|star jellies]], and [[acid blob]]s). These monsters don't count as [[summon]]s, and won't disappear on TRJ's death, but aren't worth XP.

			TRJ has special AI: unlike most other monsters, it can choose to actively retreat behind created jellies.

	Killing the Royal Jelly causes the following to happen:		Killing the Royal Jelly causes the following to happen:

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	*The upstairs from Slime:2-5 become usable.		*The upstairs from Slime:2-5 become usable.
	*The translucent walls of the four central [[vault]]s that the Royal Jelly guarded will come crumbling down, allowing you access to the [[rune of Zot\|slimy rune of Zot]] and the piles of treasure.		*The translucent walls of the four central [[vault]]s that the Royal Jelly guarded will come crumbling down, allowing you access to the [[rune of Zot\|slimy rune of Zot]] and the piles of treasure.
	*[[Jiyva]], the god of slimes, immediately ceases to exist ~~once its biggest sentient worshiper dies. You can prevent this by worshiping~~ Jiyva ~~yourself before killing TRJ, but killing such a high-ranking jelly will result in~~ penance~~. Note that you can't escape divine wrath by killing TRJ~~.		*[[Jiyva]], the god of slimes, immediately ceases to exist, unless you are currently under [[penance]] (where Jiyva disappears after penance ends).

	==Strategy==		==Strategy==
	The Royal Jelly is a formidable foe. Trying to run at it with an [[axe]] will likely lead to your death, even with rCorr, as you'll be quickly surrounded by 8 high-level jellies. [[Void ooze]]s are an especially big threat: they can prevent the use of scrolls, god abilities, and spells, and are faster than a [[haste]]d player.		The Royal Jelly is a formidable foe. Trying to run at it with an [[axe]] will likely lead to your death, even with rCorr, as you'll be quickly surrounded by 8 high-level jellies. [[Void ooze]]s are an especially big threat: they can prevent the use of scrolls, god abilities, and spells, and are faster than a [[haste]]d player.

	Many strategies exist to take on TRJ. No matter what you're doing, it is recommended to have corrosion resistance, a healthy supply of [[scroll of teleport\|teleport scrolls]], and use all sorts of buffs ([[haste]], [[might]], [[brilliance]]...). It is also recommended to clear ~~the rest~~ of ~~the floor if~~ possible. These not only increase your chance of winning, but also help you if something goes terribly wrong.		Many strategies exist to take on TRJ. No matter what you're doing, it is recommended to have corrosion resistance, a healthy supply of [[scroll of teleport\|teleport scrolls]], and use all sorts of buffs ([[haste]], [[might]], [[brilliance]]...). It is also recommended to clear Slime:4 and as much of Slime:5 as possible. These not only increase your chance of winning, but also help you if something goes terribly wrong.

	*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. '''Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use, though, so this should not be relied as your only strategy.'''		*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. '''Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use, though, so this should not be relied as your only strategy.'''

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	**[[Polymorph]] turns TRJ into something else. You usually get a [[shard shrike]], [[titan]], [[dragon]] or, if especially lucky, a [[death yak]]. This creates a mass of jellies still, but once you deal with them, no more will spawn from the polymorphed TRJ.		**[[Polymorph]] turns TRJ into something else. You usually get a [[shard shrike]], [[titan]], [[dragon]] or, if especially lucky, a [[death yak]]. This creates a mass of jellies still, but once you deal with them, no more will spawn from the polymorphed TRJ.

	*'''~~Misc. methods of killing:~~'''		*'''Stealth stabbing''' is ''technically'' possible, but isn't advisable. There's always a chance to wake TRJ early, and even if you do get a stab, you might fail to one-shot, making you face TRJ with a huge mass of slimes. Even if you do kill, you'll still have to deal with the leftovers.
	**Dedicated [[stab]]bers ''~~can~~'' ~~attempt to stab TRJ while its sleeping. It often~~ isn't advisable, ~~since~~ you ~~can always~~ fail to one-shot, ~~meaning~~ you~~'ll have to~~ face TRJ ~~and~~ a huge mass of slimes. Even if you do kill, you'll still have to deal with the leftovers.

	'''[[Jiyva]]'''. Of course, if you wish to avoid this entire mess, you can simply worship Jiyva and waltz in at 6 of piety. Most of the treasure will inevitably get eaten, but you'll at least be able to make off with the rune and whatever [[artefact]]s were present. As per usual with Jiyva, [[Apportation]] may come in handy.		'''[[Jiyva]]'''. Of course, if you wish to avoid this entire mess, you can simply worship Jiyva and waltz in at 6 of piety. Most of the treasure will inevitably get eaten, but you'll at least be able to make off with the rune and whatever [[artefact]]s were present. As per usual with Jiyva, [[Apportation]] may come in handy.

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	**Try not to rely on walls that'll fall apart once TRJ dies, or you'll be surrounded quickly upon its defeat.		**Try not to rely on walls that'll fall apart once TRJ dies, or you'll be surrounded quickly upon its defeat.

	*'''[[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]] + Piercing/AOE attacks'''. Because TRJ spawns monsters around itself, a [[scroll of immolation]] tends to be brutally effective. Damage TRJ with a ranged attack, causing it to spit jellies, then read immolation, and blast it with strong piercing/AOE attacks. [[Fire Storm]] and [[Chain ~~Lighting~~]] will work as you'd expect, but lower level spells like [[Plasma Beam]] can work too. Some less conventional options include:		*'''[[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]] + Piercing/AOE attacks'''. Because TRJ spawns monsters around itself, a [[scroll of immolation]] tends to be brutally effective. Damage TRJ with a ranged attack, causing it to spit jellies, then read immolation, and blast it with strong piercing/AOE attacks. [[Fire Storm]] and [[Chain Lightning]] will work as you'd expect, but lower level spells like [[Plasma Beam]] can work too. Some less conventional options include:
	**[[Discord]]. Turn spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use Discord, immolate, and you win.		**[[Discord]]. Turn spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use Discord, immolate, and you win.
	**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]]. The poison triggers immolation's flame cloud each turn, meaning it can take out TRJ despite its poison resistance. Haste up, create a bog, and [[kiting\|kite]] TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. [[Ignite Poison]] makes the process faster and safer, but it's not mandatory.		**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]]. The poison triggers immolation's flame cloud each turn, meaning it can take out TRJ despite its poison resistance. Haste up, create a bog, and [[kiting\|kite]] TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. [[Ignite Poison]] makes the process faster and safer, but it's not mandatory.
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	**Snakebombing - your [[allies]] can also be affected by immolation. Summon a swarm of allies, and regardless of whether your allies or TRJ's slimes win, everything will explode at the end. [[Kiku]]'s Wretches are great for this, although [[Death Channel]] spectres cannot be immolated.		**Snakebombing - your [[allies]] can also be affected by immolation. Summon a swarm of allies, and regardless of whether your allies or TRJ's slimes win, everything will explode at the end. [[Kiku]]'s Wretches are great for this, although [[Death Channel]] spectres cannot be immolated.

	* '''Torment''' is extremely effective, especially when combined with immolation, but equally as risky unless you're immune. The [[undead]] ([[Revenant]]s, [[Poltergeist]]s, [[Mummies]]) can use torment with impunity. A [[potion of lignification]] can grant the other species torment immunity, although it also prevents movement or teleportation.		* '''Torment''' is extremely effective, especially when combined with the immolation + ranged attack strategy above, but equally as risky unless you're immune. The [[undead]] ([[Revenant]]s, [[Poltergeist]]s, [[Mummies]]) can use torment with impunity. A [[potion of lignification]] can grant the other species torment immunity, although it also prevents movement or teleportation.

	*'''Blasting it from range.''' High damage piercing/AOE spells can flat out kill TRJ if lacking immolation scrolls (although haste & other buffs are still highly recommended). The following spells are so effective that immolation is superfluous:		*'''Blasting it from range.''' High damage piercing/AOE spells can flat out kill TRJ if lacking immolation scrolls (although haste & other buffs are still highly recommended). The following spells are so effective that immolation is superfluous:

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	**[[Maxwell's Capacitive Coupling]] doesn't have AOE, but instantly kills any monster, TRJ included. Stand on an upstairs, use MCC when TRJ is as far as possible, then retreat upwards to escape the aftermath. Then enter Slime:5 from another staircase, luring the residue one by one.		**[[Maxwell's Capacitive Coupling]] doesn't have AOE, but instantly kills any monster, TRJ included. Stand on an upstairs, use MCC when TRJ is as far as possible, then retreat upwards to escape the aftermath. Then enter Slime:5 from another staircase, luring the residue one by one.
	**[[Discord]]. Turns spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use discord, immolate, and you win.		**[[Discord]]. Turns spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use discord, immolate, and you win.
	**[[Fulsome Fusillade]]. TRJ thoughtfully creates targets near itself for those great overlapping explosion effects. Remember you can back away while channelling it.		**[[Fulsome Fusillade]]. TRJ thoughtfully creates targets near itself for those great overlapping explosion effects. Remember you can back away while channelling it.
	**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]] with immolation. Immolation creates a flame cloud every time damage is dealt, including poison damage. So you can haste up, create a bog, and kite TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. Ideally, you'll have [[Ignite Poison]] to cause the immolation chain reaction (though it isn't needed).		**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]] with immolation. Immolation creates a flame cloud every time damage is dealt, including poison damage. So you can haste up, create a bog, and kite TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. Ideally, you'll have [[Ignite Poison]] to cause the immolation chain reaction (though it isn't needed).
	**For melee characters, throwing [[javelin]]s at high skill (+ immolation) can be used to the same effect. TRJ is vulnerable to [[silver]], so silver javelins are especially effective. Throw until you create a couple slimes, use immolation, then throw to activate the fireworks.		**For melee characters, throwing [[javelin]]s at high skill (+ immolation) can be used to the same effect. TRJ is vulnerable to [[silver]], so silver javelins are especially effective. Throw until you create a couple slimes, use immolation, then throw to activate the fireworks.

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	*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use.		*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use.
	:By using [[summon]]s ([[scroll of summoning]], [[phantom mirror]], [[Summoning\|spells]]...) in the corridor, you can prevent TRJ's reinforcements from attacking you, turning it into a fight in your favor. Summons can also prevent TRJ from retreating. Melee, ranged weapons, and single-target spells (like [[~~Iron Shot~~]]) all work well in this position. See the [[#Gallery\|Gallery]] section for a demonstration.		:By using [[summon]]s ([[scroll of summoning]], [[phantom mirror]], [[Summoning\|spells]]...) in the corridor, you can prevent TRJ's reinforcements from attacking you, turning it into a fight in your favor. Summons can also prevent TRJ from retreating. Melee, ranged weapons, and single-target spells (like [[Bombard]]) all work well in this position. See the [[#Gallery\|Gallery]] section for a demonstration.

	*'''[[Torment]] + [[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]]'''. Slimes are natural monsters, so they are vulnerable to torment's half-HP effect. TRJ spits out other jellies, which are perfect targets for immolation's explosion effect. See TRJ at the edge of sight, torment once, use immolation, then find a way to ignite it (usually a strong ranged attack, preferably piercing). Some characters will want/need to use torment a second time.		*'''[[Torment]] + [[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]]'''. Slimes are natural monsters, so they are vulnerable to torment's half-HP effect. TRJ spits out other jellies, which are perfect targets for immolation's explosion effect. See TRJ at the edge of sight, torment once, use immolation, then find a way to ignite it (usually a strong ranged attack, preferably piercing). Some characters will want/need to use torment a second time.

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	Many strategies exist to take on TRJ. No matter what you're doing, it is recommended to have corrosion resistance, a healthy supply of [[scroll of teleport\|teleport scrolls]], and use all sorts of buffs ([[haste]], [[might]], [[brilliance]]...). It is also recommended to clear Slime:4 and as much of Slime:5 as possible. These not only increase your chance of winning, but also help you if something goes terribly wrong.		Many strategies exist to take on TRJ. No matter what you're doing, it is recommended to have corrosion resistance, a healthy supply of [[scroll of teleport\|teleport scrolls]], and use all sorts of buffs ([[haste]], [[might]], [[brilliance]]...). It is also recommended to clear Slime:4 and as much of Slime:5 as possible. These not only increase your chance of winning, but also help you if something goes terribly wrong.

	*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. '''Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use, though, so this should not be relied as your only strategy.'''		*'''Corridor fighting'''. Fighting a group of monsters in a corridor is usually a good idea, and TRJ isn't any different. The corridors available might not be perfect, but they can allow you to fight 2-3 slimes at a time instead of 8 - a big improvement from just fighting in the open. ''Not all Slime:5 layouts have good corridors to use, though, so this should not be relied as your only strategy.''
	**By using [[summon]]s ([[scroll of summoning]], [[phantom mirror]], [[Summoning\|spells]]...) in the corridor, you can prevent TRJ's reinforcements from attacking you, turning it into a fight in your favor. Summons can also prevent TRJ from retreating. Melee, ranged weapons, and single-target spells (like [[Bombard]]) all work well in this position. See the [[#Gallery\|Gallery]] section for a demonstration.		**By using [[summon]]s ([[scroll of summoning]], [[phantom mirror]], [[Summoning\|spells]]...) in the corridor, you can prevent TRJ's reinforcements from attacking you, turning it into a fight in your favor. Summons can also prevent TRJ from retreating. Melee, ranged weapons, and single-target spells (like [[Bombard]]) all work well in this position. See the [[#Gallery\|Gallery]] section for a demonstration.
	**Try not to rely on walls that'll fall apart once TRJ dies, or you'll be surrounded quickly upon its defeat.		**Try not to rely on walls that'll fall apart once TRJ dies, or you'll be surrounded quickly upon its defeat.

	*'''[[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]] + Piercing/AOE attacks'''. Because TRJ spawns monsters around itself, a [[scroll of immolation]] tends to be brutally effective. Damage TRJ with a ranged attack, causing it to spit jellies, then read immolation, and blast it with strong piercing/AOE attacks. [[Fire Storm]] and [[Chain Lightning]] will work as you'd expect, but ~~lower~~ level spells like [[Plasma Beam]] can work too. Some less conventional options include:		*'''[[Scroll of immolation\|Immolation]] + Piercing/AOE attacks'''. Because TRJ spawns monsters around itself, a [[scroll of immolation]] tends to be brutally effective. Damage TRJ with a ranged attack, causing it to spit jellies, then read immolation, and blast it with strong piercing/AOE attacks. [[Fire Storm]] and [[Chain Lightning]] will work as you'd expect, but mid-level spells like [[Plasma Beam]] can work too. Some less conventional options include:
	**[[Discord]]. Turn spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use Discord, immolate, and you win.		**[[Discord]]. Turn spawned jellies hostile to each other. Spawn jellies, use Discord, immolate, and you win.
	**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]]. The poison triggers immolation's flame cloud each turn, meaning it can take out TRJ despite its poison resistance. Haste up, create a bog, and [[kiting\|kite]] TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. [[Ignite Poison]] makes the process faster and safer, but it's not mandatory.		**[[Eringya's Noxious Bog]]. The poison triggers immolation's flame cloud each turn, meaning it can take out TRJ despite its poison resistance. Haste up, create a bog, and [[kiting\|kite]] TRJ. Once enough jellies have spawned, use immolation, which will eventually trigger an explosion. [[Ignite Poison]] makes the process faster and safer, but it's not mandatory.
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	**Many [[god]] abilities can kill TRJ with high [[Invocations]] skill. [[Qazlal]]'s Disaster Area and [[Nemelex]]'s Deck of Destruction (with immolation) are some ways to deal with TRJ.		**Many [[god]] abilities can kill TRJ with high [[Invocations]] skill. [[Qazlal]]'s Disaster Area and [[Nemelex]]'s Deck of Destruction (with immolation) are some ways to deal with TRJ.
	**For melee characters, throwing [[javelin]]s at high skill can be used to the same effect. TRJ is vulnerable to [[silver]], so silver javelins are especially effective. Throw until you create a couple slimes, use immolation, then throw to activate the fireworks.		**For melee characters, throwing [[javelin]]s at high skill can be used to the same effect. TRJ is vulnerable to [[silver]], so silver javelins are especially effective. Throw until you create a couple slimes, use immolation, then throw to activate the fireworks.
	**Snakebombing ~~- your~~ [[allies]] can also be affected by immolation. ~~Summon~~ a swarm of allies, and regardless of whether your allies or TRJ's slimes win, everything will explode at the end. [[Kiku]]'s Wretches are great for this, although [[Death Channel]] spectres cannot be immolated.
			*'''Snakebombing (Immolation + Summons)'''. Your [[allies]] can also be affected by immolation. Create a swarm of allies, and regardless of whether your allies or TRJ's slimes win, everything will explode at the end. [[Kiku]]'s Wretches are great for this, although note that [[Death Channel]] spectres cannot be immolated.

	* '''Torment''' is extremely effective, especially when combined with the immolation + ranged attack strategy above, but equally as risky unless you're immune. The [[undead]] ([[Revenant]]s, [[Poltergeist]]s, [[Mummies]]) can use torment with impunity. A [[potion of lignification]] can grant the other species torment immunity, although it also prevents movement or teleportation.		* '''Torment''' is extremely effective, especially when combined with the immolation + ranged attack strategy above, but equally as risky unless you're immune. The [[undead]] ([[Revenant]]s, [[Poltergeist]]s, [[Mummies]]) can use torment with impunity. A [[potion of lignification]] can grant the other species torment immunity, although it also prevents movement or teleportation.
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	**[[Beogh]]'s Smites are a piety-expensive, but effective way to kill TRJ, assuming you have lots of Invocations skill.		**[[Beogh]]'s Smites are a piety-expensive, but effective way to kill TRJ, assuming you have lots of Invocations skill.

	*'''[[Scroll of vulnerability]]'''. Against 180 willpower, Hexes are not very effective. Using vulnerability cuts that in half, making it reasonable for repeated hexes or hex wands to get through. Be ''very'' careful; since vulnerability also cuts your will in half, [[golden eye]]s and [[great orbs of eyes]] can inflict nasty statuses.		*'''[[Scroll of vulnerability]] or [[Guile]]'''. Against 180 willpower, Hexes are not very effective. Using vulnerability cuts that in half, making it reasonable for repeated hexes or hex wands to get through. Be ''very'' careful; since vulnerability also cuts your will in half, [[golden eye]]s and [[great orbs of eyes]] can inflict nasty statuses.
	**Standard high-tier stab hexes ([[paralysis]], [[Petrify]]) work. These are best used in a corridor, since slimes still spawn when TRJ is disabled.		**Standard high-tier stab hexes ([[paralysis]], [[Petrify]]) work. These are best used in a corridor, since slimes still spawn when TRJ is disabled.
	**[[Polymorph]] turns TRJ into something else. You usually get a [[shard shrike]], [[titan]], [[dragon]] or, if especially lucky, a [[death yak]]. This creates a mass of jellies still, but once you deal with them, no more will spawn from the polymorphed TRJ.		**[[Polymorph]] turns TRJ into something else. You usually get a [[shard shrike]], [[titan]], [[dragon]] or, if especially lucky, a [[death yak]]. This creates a mass of jellies still, but once you deal with them, no more will spawn from the polymorphed TRJ.