👉 Mine Town is a bustling underground settlement in the Gnomish Mines, offering shops and a temple to early-game characters.
Location: Located between levels 3 and 5 of /Dungeon/The Gnomish Mines (absolute depth 5 to 10).
Mine Town is a guaranteed special level. Message: You know you have entered Mine Town if you hear the sound of a cash register, or the presence of town watchmen.
Characteristics
- Layout: A large open cavern containing several enclosed buildings with wooden doors. The town is fully lit.
- Inhabitants: Heavily patrolled by peaceful town watchmen and a Watch captain. The cavern surrounding the town is filled with standard Mines enemies (gnomes and dwarves).
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Amenities:
- A guaranteed Temple with an aligned priest (useful for buying protection and identifying BUC status of items).
- A lighting store (sells lamps and candles).
- A general store (or sometimes a specialized store like a bookstore or delicatessen).