# Respawn

- Term: Digital term
- Canonical: https://www.lanternhall.org/lexicon/respawn/

> The return of a defeated player or monster to the game world after a delay, usually at a set point. Respawning monsters made endless hunting and [Grinding](https://www.lanternhall.org/lexicon/grinding/) possible, and camping respawn points became a notorious online habit.

The return of a defeated player or monster to the game world after a delay, usually at a set point. Respawning monsters made endless hunting and [Grinding](https://www.lanternhall.org/lexicon/grinding/) possible, and camping respawn points became a notorious online habit.

## Quick answers

**What does "Respawn" mean?**
The return of a defeated player or monster to the game world after a delay, usually at a set point. Respawning monsters made endless hunting and Grinding possible, and camping respawn points became a notorious online habit.

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