Speaks

Template:Version The "speaks" flag denotes monsters with the ability to communicate. Only intelligent monsters can talk, and they may do so under certain circumstances:

• When first sighting a character
• During prolonged combat, at certain intervals
• When using a spell or a special ability
• When confused (mostly to utter gibberish!)

Most unique monsters can speak, including Gastronok, a giant slug who ate a wizard and became intelligent!