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Version: Book 8

Clockwork Triplicate

Overview

Clockwork Triplicate is a scroll-based spell used by Princess Donut. It creates two additional temporary combat duplicates of a targeted entity. It is the key element of the Surprise Three tactic.

Known Users

First Appearance

Book 3, Chapter 11

Mechanics

Creates two functional combat duplicates of the target for a limited duration. Duplicates can deal damage. Duration is short — the tactic requires immediate coordinated action.

System Description

Creates two clockwork duplicates of the target entity. Duplicates are fully functional for combat purposes for a limited duration.

Tactical Notes

Used in the Surprise Three tactic:

  1. Carl opens a Hole beneath a boss
  2. Carl jumps in and attacks
  3. Donut casts Clockwork Triplicate on Carl — three Carls attack simultaneously in the enclosed space

Used to defeat: Gore-Gore (Ch 84), Levi the 7th (Ch 85).

Appearances

  • Book 3, Chapters 11–34 (Surprise Three tactic developed and used)
  • Book 4 (throughout; continued use)
  • Book 5–7 (scroll-based; availability dependent on stocking)