Since the AoE nerf that took place on November 10, 2005, people had to cope
and find new ways to replace and deal damage equal to Smiters and Echo
Nukers. People have found a new way: A SS Necro.

SS stands for Spiteful Spirit, an elite Curse for the Necromancer branch. SS
deals damage to any monster and all adjacent monsters if that monster that
was cursed casts a spell, stance, skill, or even attacking. This kills off
many groups of monster quickly and efficiently. SS Necs are very popular
in Oro Farming and 2-man UW farming.