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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The '''Rulu-Shin''' are an enemy group in City of Heroes and City of Villains. | The '''Rulu-Shin''' are an enemy group in City of Heroes and City of Villains encountered during the [[Who Will Die]] story arc. | ||
== Background == | == Background == | ||
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== Enemy Types == | == Enemy Types == | ||
=== Minions === | === Minions === | ||
==== Rularuu's Might ==== | ==== Rularuu's Might ==== | ||
[[File:Rulu-Shin_Min1.jpg|thumb|100px|Rularuu's Might]] | [[File:Rulu-Shin_Min1.jpg|thumb|100px|Rularuu's Might]] | ||
Those who have shown great physical | Those who have shown great physical prowess in the Rulu-Shin are sent the front lines in the battle for [[Rularuu]]'s power. They are called the Might of Rularuu, for they enforce Rularuu's might where he cannot - for now. | ||
''Levels: 19-34'' | |||
''Powers'' | ''Powers'' | ||
{{Power|[[File:Sword_Slash.png|22px]]| Slash| Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe -Defense| You perform a quick Slash that can reduce a target's Defense, making him easier to hit. This attack causes moderate damage, but has a quick recharge time. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Temporary_TargetedDoT.png|22px]]| Throwing Knives| Ranged, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Minor DoT(Lethal)| With your natural origin you have to rely on your cunning and skill. You've acquired these throwing knives as part of your personal arsenal. You can throw these knives at a very short range, and deal minor Lethal damage to your target, but a nasty wound will do additional Damage over Time. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:FireBlast_Inferno.png|22px]]| Sacrificial Rite| Suicide Special: PBAoE, Extreme DMG(Energy), Ally Heal| Rulu Shin will detonate themselves in a crisis, and attempt to take a few foes with them. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Invulnerability_ToughHide.png|22px]]| Damage Resistance| {{DamResVal|0|0|0|0|20|10|10|e=-}}| The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage. }} | |||
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=== Lieutenants === | === Lieutenants === | ||
==== Rularuu's Word ==== | ==== Rularuu's Word ==== | ||
[[File:Rulu-Shin_Lt.jpg|100px|thumb|Rularuu's Word]] | [[File:Rulu-Shin_Lt.jpg|100px|thumb|Rularuu's Word]] | ||
Those who have shown great | Those who have shown great dedication in the Rulu-Shin are deemed Rularuu's Word. Their spoken word represents the voice of Rularuu in this world while he is unable to speak for himself. | ||
''Levels: 19-34'' | |||
''Powers'' | ''Powers'' | ||
{{Power|[[File:Mace_Bash.png|22px]]| Bash| Melee, Moderate DMG(Smash), Foe Disorient| You perform a Bashing attack with your mace that deals moderate damage, and can sometimes Disorient your opponent. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:PsionicAssault_MentalDart.png|22px]]| Psionic Dart| Ranged, Moderate DMG(Psionic), Foe -Recharge| The Psionic Dart has slowed your attack rate. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:PsychicBlast_PsychicScream.png|22px]]| Psychic Scream| Ranged (Cone), Moderate DMG(Psionic), Foe -Recharge| The Psychic Scream has slowed your attack rate. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Empathy Resurrect.png|22px]]| Recall Follower| Resurrect Rulu-Shin| Facemaker can resurrect a fallen Cadaver or Abomination. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Invulnerability_ToughHide.png|22px]]| Damage Resistance| {{DamResVal|0|0|0|0|10|15|15|e=-}}| The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage. }} | |||
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=== Bosses === | === Bosses === | ||
==== Rularuu's Will ==== | ==== Rularuu's Will ==== | ||
[[File:Rulu-Shin_Boss.jpg|thumb|100px|Rularuu's Will]] | [[File:Rulu-Shin_Boss.jpg|thumb|100px|Rularuu's Will]] | ||
The greatest members of the Rulu-Shin become Rularuu's Will. It is said every act they take is directed by Rularuu himself. | |||
''Levels: 19-34'' | |||
''Powers'' | ''Powers'' | ||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Chop.png|22px]]| Beheader| Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| This is an attempt to remove your opponent's head from his neck with your Battle Axe. This attack is fairly quick for such a large weapon, and can knock down foes. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Gash.png|22px]]| Chop| Melee, Heavy DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| The Chop deals heavy damage with your Battle Axe, although it is much slower than Gash. This attack can knock down a target. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Beheader.png|22px]]| Gash| Melee, High DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| Gashes your opponent with your Battle Axe dealing superior damage. This attack is very slow, but can deal a lot damage and knock the target down. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:PsychicBlast_TelekineticBlast.png|22px]]| Telekinetic Blast| Ranged, Moderate DMG(Smash/Psionic), Foe Knockback| You can use Telekinesis to Blast a targeted foe with the power of your mind. This attack deals Smashing and Psionic damage, and can knock your opponent back. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:DarkArmor_DarkRegeneration.png|22px]]| Power of the Faithful| PBAoE, Ally Heal| You can tap the dark essence of the Netherworld to drain a small amount of life from all enemies nearby, thus healing yourself. The more foes affected, the more you will be healed. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Temporary_WarWolfWhistle.png|22px]]| Summon Natterling| Summon Natterling| The Ghoulish Mystic can animate an Acolyte to fight at his side. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Invulnerability_ToughHide.png|22px]]| Damage Resistance| {{DamResVal|0|0|0|0|20|0|20}}| The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage. }} | |||
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=== Elite Bosses === | === Elite Bosses === | ||
==== The Zealous One ==== | ==== The Zealous One ==== | ||
[[File:Rulu-Shin_EB.jpg|thumb|100px|The Zealous One]] | |||
There are a few withing the organization of the Rulu-Shin who are deemed higher than those within the rank of Rularuu's Will. Some say these members talk directly to Rularuu within their dreams, though there is no actual proof of these conversations. | |||
''Levels: 19-34'' | |||
''Powers'' | ''Powers'' | ||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Chop.png|22px]]| Beheader| Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| This is an attempt to remove your opponent's head from his neck with your Battle Axe. This attack is fairly quick for such a large weapon, and can knock down foes. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Gash.png|22px]]| Chop| Melee, Heavy DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| The Chop deals heavy damage with your Battle Axe, although it is much slower than Gash. This attack can knock down a target. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:BattleAxe_Beheader.png|22px]]| Gash| Melee, High DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown| Gashes your opponent with your Battle Axe dealing superior damage. This attack is very slow, but can deal a lot damage and knock the target down. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:PsychicBlast_TelekineticBlast.png|22px]]| Telekinetic Blast| Ranged, Moderate DMG(Smash/Psionic), Foe Knockback| You can use Telekinesis to Blast a targeted foe with the power of your mind. This attack deals Smashing and Psionic damage, and can knock your opponent back. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:DarkArmor_DarkRegeneration.png|22px]]| Power of the Faithful| PBAoE, Ally Heal| You can tap the dark essence of the Netherworld to drain a small amount of life from all enemies nearby, thus healing yourself. The more foes affected, the more you will be healed. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Empathy Resurrect.png|22px]]| Recall Follower| Resurrect Rulu-Shin| Facemaker can resurrect a fallen Cadaver or Abomination. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Temporary_WarWolfWhistle.png|22px]]| Summon Natterling| Summon Natterling| The Ghoulish Mystic can animate an Acolyte to fight at his side. }} | |||
{{Power|[[File:Invulnerability_ToughHide.png|22px]]| Damage Resistance| {{DamResVal|0|0|0|0|20|0|20}}| The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage. }} | |||
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=== Named Bosses === | |||
=== | * Rulu-Shin Gatherer (Found on [[Michael Binocolo#Forever Bound|Part II: Believers]] mission from [[Michael Binocolo]] as part of the Signature Story Arc: Who Will Die, episode 2) | ||
== Historical == | |||
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*The first reference to this enemy group was made in [[Issue 12]] (May 2008): the [[Midnighter Archivist Badge#Rularuu Library|Rularuu Library]] in the [[Midnighter Club]] includes the book ''The Rulu-shin: The Zealot Followers of Rularuu'' by [[Darrin Wade]]. | |||
*This enemy group was added to the game on October 11, 2011 with the release of [[Who Will Die#Episode 2 (Levels 20-27)|Who Will Die? - Part 2]]. | |||
== See Also == | |||
*[[Michael Binocolo]] | |||
*[[Vladimir Zolner]] | |||
*[[Who Will Die]] | |||
*[[Soldiers of Rularuu]] | |||
[[Category:Enemies | [[Category:Enemies]] | ||
[[Category:Shadow Shard Lore]] | |||
Latest revision as of 18:44, 20 March 2023
Overview
The Rulu-Shin are an enemy group in City of Heroes and City of Villains encountered during the Who Will Die story arc.
Background
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Enemy Types
Minions
Rularuu's Might
Those who have shown great physical prowess in the Rulu-Shin are sent the front lines in the battle for Rularuu's power. They are called the Might of Rularuu, for they enforce Rularuu's might where he cannot - for now.
Levels: 19-34
Powers
Slash Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe -Defense
You perform a quick Slash that can reduce a target's Defense, making him easier to hit. This attack causes moderate damage, but has a quick recharge time.
Throwing Knives Ranged, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Minor DoT(Lethal)
With your natural origin you have to rely on your cunning and skill. You've acquired these throwing knives as part of your personal arsenal. You can throw these knives at a very short range, and deal minor Lethal damage to your target, but a nasty wound will do additional Damage over Time.
Sacrificial Rite Suicide Special: PBAoE, Extreme DMG(Energy), Ally Heal
Rulu Shin will detonate themselves in a crisis, and attempt to take a few foes with them.
Damage Resistance Res( E-20 N10 P10 )
The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage.
Lieutenants
Rularuu's Word
Those who have shown great dedication in the Rulu-Shin are deemed Rularuu's Word. Their spoken word represents the voice of Rularuu in this world while he is unable to speak for himself.
Levels: 19-34
Powers
Bash Melee, Moderate DMG(Smash), Foe Disorient
You perform a Bashing attack with your mace that deals moderate damage, and can sometimes Disorient your opponent.
Psionic Dart Ranged, Moderate DMG(Psionic), Foe -Recharge
The Psionic Dart has slowed your attack rate.
Psychic Scream Ranged (Cone), Moderate DMG(Psionic), Foe -Recharge
The Psychic Scream has slowed your attack rate.
Recall Follower Resurrect Rulu-Shin
Facemaker can resurrect a fallen Cadaver or Abomination.
Damage Resistance Res( E-10 N15 P15 )
The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage.
Bosses
Rularuu's Will
The greatest members of the Rulu-Shin become Rularuu's Will. It is said every act they take is directed by Rularuu himself.
Levels: 19-34
Powers
Beheader Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
This is an attempt to remove your opponent's head from his neck with your Battle Axe. This attack is fairly quick for such a large weapon, and can knock down foes.
Chop Melee, Heavy DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
The Chop deals heavy damage with your Battle Axe, although it is much slower than Gash. This attack can knock down a target.
Gash Melee, High DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
Gashes your opponent with your Battle Axe dealing superior damage. This attack is very slow, but can deal a lot damage and knock the target down.
Telekinetic Blast Ranged, Moderate DMG(Smash/Psionic), Foe Knockback
You can use Telekinesis to Blast a targeted foe with the power of your mind. This attack deals Smashing and Psionic damage, and can knock your opponent back.
Power of the Faithful PBAoE, Ally Heal
You can tap the dark essence of the Netherworld to drain a small amount of life from all enemies nearby, thus healing yourself. The more foes affected, the more you will be healed.
Summon Natterling Summon Natterling
The Ghoulish Mystic can animate an Acolyte to fight at his side.
Damage Resistance Res( E20 P20 )
The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage.
Elite Bosses
The Zealous One
There are a few withing the organization of the Rulu-Shin who are deemed higher than those within the rank of Rularuu's Will. Some say these members talk directly to Rularuu within their dreams, though there is no actual proof of these conversations.
Levels: 19-34
Powers
Beheader Melee, Moderate DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
This is an attempt to remove your opponent's head from his neck with your Battle Axe. This attack is fairly quick for such a large weapon, and can knock down foes.
Chop Melee, Heavy DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
The Chop deals heavy damage with your Battle Axe, although it is much slower than Gash. This attack can knock down a target.
Gash Melee, High DMG(Lethal), Foe Knockdown
Gashes your opponent with your Battle Axe dealing superior damage. This attack is very slow, but can deal a lot damage and knock the target down.
Telekinetic Blast Ranged, Moderate DMG(Smash/Psionic), Foe Knockback
You can use Telekinesis to Blast a targeted foe with the power of your mind. This attack deals Smashing and Psionic damage, and can knock your opponent back.
Power of the Faithful PBAoE, Ally Heal
You can tap the dark essence of the Netherworld to drain a small amount of life from all enemies nearby, thus healing yourself. The more foes affected, the more you will be healed.
Recall Follower Resurrect Rulu-Shin
Facemaker can resurrect a fallen Cadaver or Abomination.
Summon Natterling Summon Natterling
The Ghoulish Mystic can animate an Acolyte to fight at his side.
Damage Resistance Res( E20 P20 )
The Rulu-Shin are naturally resistant to several types of damage.
Named Bosses
- Rulu-Shin Gatherer (Found on Part II: Believers mission from Michael Binocolo as part of the Signature Story Arc: Who Will Die, episode 2)
Historical
This section contains information about changes that took place in Homecoming: City of Heroes/Villains. It is provided for historical purposes.
- The first reference to this enemy group was made in Issue 12 (May 2008): the Rularuu Library in the Midnighter Club includes the book The Rulu-shin: The Zealot Followers of Rularuu by Darrin Wade.
- This enemy group was added to the game on October 11, 2011 with the release of Who Will Die? - Part 2.