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[[Killing the hermit]] is a bit of [[Kingdom of Loathing|KoL]] myth and legend. It is widely believed by newbies, largely due to the rumor being widely spread by seasoned players, that the [[The Hermitage|Hermit]] can be killed. The rumors often include some hint as to great powers gained from such an act, and requiring either fictitious items (such as a meaty clover), or useless items (such as the [[flaming crutch]] or [[crowbarrr]]). Despite the constant rumors, [[Jick]] insists there is no way to kill the Hermit. A joke in reference to this is in the description of the [[tiny plastic hermit]]. | [[Killing the hermit]] is a bit of [[Kingdom of Loathing|KoL]] myth and legend. It is widely believed by newbies, largely due to the rumor being widely spread by seasoned players, that the [[The Hermitage|Hermit]] can be killed. The rumors often include some hint as to great powers gained from such an act, and requiring either fictitious items (such as a meaty clover), or useless items (such as the [[flaming crutch]] or [[crowbarrr]]). Despite the constant rumors, [[Jick]] insists there is no way to kill the Hermit. A joke in reference to this is in the description of the [[tiny plastic hermit]]. | ||
"Killing the hermit" is sometimes used by players a an | "Killing the hermit" is sometimes used by players a an euphemism for the masturbatory act, and if asked about it during chat, references will undoubtably be made saying that "killing the hermit" is neccessary to reach [[The Orc Chasm]]. | ||
Another myth regarding "killing the hermit" is that it is needed to enter the lounge [[chat]] channel, which is often referrred to as being the "channel that doesn't exist". | Another myth regarding "killing the hermit" is that it is needed to enter the lounge [[chat]] channel, which is often referrred to as being the "channel that doesn't exist". | ||
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Revision as of 01:48, 28 November 2005
Killing the hermit is a bit of KoL myth and legend. It is widely believed by newbies, largely due to the rumor being widely spread by seasoned players, that the Hermit can be killed. The rumors often include some hint as to great powers gained from such an act, and requiring either fictitious items (such as a meaty clover), or useless items (such as the flaming crutch or crowbarrr). Despite the constant rumors, Jick insists there is no way to kill the Hermit. A joke in reference to this is in the description of the tiny plastic hermit.
"Killing the hermit" is sometimes used by players a an euphemism for the masturbatory act, and if asked about it during chat, references will undoubtably be made saying that "killing the hermit" is neccessary to reach The Orc Chasm.
Another myth regarding "killing the hermit" is that it is needed to enter the lounge chat channel, which is often referrred to as being the "channel that doesn't exist".
