There are several documents arranged as lists of frequently asked questions known as FAQs. The best one for beginners to read is the rec.games.roguelike.nethack FAQ. There are also some FAQs about specific aspects of the game:

• The Monk FAQ
• The Air Elemental FAQ
• The Demogorgon FAQ
• The Elbereth FAQ
• The Extinctionist FAQ
• The Pacifist FAQ

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