Guide:Class setups
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- This is the guide that relates to the
Desktop version, 
Console version, and 
Mobile version. For the guide that relates to the 
Old-gen console version and Nintendo 
version, see Legacy Guide:Class setups.
Terraria has no formal player class or leveling system. However, weapons can be grouped into four distinct categories based on their damage type – melee, ranged, magic, and summoner. Each class has its strengths and weaknesses and has a wide variety of weapons to choose from.
- Melee
The melee class sports high defense and decent crowd control, but many melee weapons have a short attack range, and those that are viable at a distance tend to do lower damage than their close-range counterparts. This encourages melee users to use their defense to tank hits while attacking with their stronger close-ranged weapons. Melee weapons include swords, spears, and yoyos, and boomerangs.
- Ranged
Rangers are able to attack from a distance, doing high single-target, piercing, or splash damage. They utilize weapons like bows and guns, as well as thrown objects. Ranged users must constantly acquire ammunition, unless using the Endless Quiver or Endless Musket Pouch or using a ranged weapon that doesn't require ammunition such as the Toxikarp or Paintball Gun.
- Magic
Mages are fragile but highly varied in attack style, often utilizing special mechanics such as homing, lifesteal, and area-of-effect damage. They are held back by reliance on mana, which regenerates very slowly unless the Mana Regeneration buff is in effect. Magic users can often sustain their mana using Mana Stars when fighting many enemies at once, but must craft or purchase mana potions if they wish to recover mana instantly during boss fights. Most pre-Plantera magic weapons are specialized for crowd control, with weaker single-target damage than other classes.
- Summoner
Summoners deal most of their damage using autonomous minions and/or sentries, and their attacks usually have excellent accuracy. However, most summoning armor sets have low defense in exchange for their high damage potential. Whips(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions) are primary weapons that focus summons and increase their damage. While many players do challenges where only summon damage is allowed (Whips, Summon weapons and Mounts), the summoning class was balanced around the idea of the player also using the strongest normal weapon available to them in addition to minions and whips. [1] Summoners can gain synergistic benefits from hybridizing with other classes:
- Melee provides significantly higher defense when using melee armor pieces on hybrid sets. Melee speed also improves the speed of whips, and summons gain armor penetration as long as a Sharpened buff is active while a melee weapon is held.
- Ranged allows summoners to attack from far greater distances than they can reach with whips, and ranged weapons tend to be strong in general.
- Magic provides a variety of long-ranged attacks, and whips can be used while waiting for mana to regenerate.
- Whips cause minions to switch targets to whichever enemy was last struck, which can be undesirable when fighting bosses that spawn smaller enemies. In these cases, it's often ideal to manually set one's minions to target the boss, and use any weapon except whips.
Each class gains more complex abilities as the game progresses, enabling more strategic variety in combat. It is advised for players to try out every weapon they find to help determine what works best for them. It is also recommended to use buff potions and healing potions to increase efficiency and survivability in combat (especially during events and boss fights).
In general, it is recommended to focus on gear that benefits one class. Equipment slots are limited, and many armors and accessories only benefit a specific class, especially later into the game. Summoners are an exception to this rule, since summons can deal damage alongside melee/ranged/magic weapons, so summoning gear will always provide a benefit as long as summons are being used. All classes can use at least two minions at all times even without using summoning gear (by using a Bewitching Table), so it's recommended to always utilize these free slots regardless of primary class.
Note that while it's beneficial to only focus on one class between melee/ranged/magic at a time, there is little benefit to specializing in one class over the course of an entire playthrough, and one should strongly consider switching classes if they happen to obtain a powerful weapon from a different class.
Even when not specifically using a hybrid set, backup weapons from another class can be helpful should the situation require a different weapon. For example, Giant Cursed Skulls might pose a threat to non-summoners, but a whip such as Durendal can kill them easily even without summon damage boosts.
Pre-bosses
Prior to encountering a boss, set bonuses from wooden and ore armor will almost exclusively provide additional defense, and accessories will not discriminate by weapon type when giving bonuses. When combined with the general scarcity of weapons and the need to survive, there is little point to sticking to a "class" this early on. For these reasons, players are recommended to make use of whatever they can get their hands on. Players can acquire a gun or magic weapon early on by smashing one of the Corruption Orbs (in Corruption worlds) or the Crimson Hearts (in Crimson worlds).
Starfury
Blade of Grass
Amazon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Enchanted Sword
Trimarang(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Thorn Chakram
Ball O' Hurt((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Blade of Grass
Flaming Mace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Storm Spear(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
The Rotted Fork
Light's Bane
Blood Butcherer
Feral Claws
White String(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Counterweights(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Boomstick
Blood Rain Bow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Musket
The Undertaker
Minishark
Bone Javelin(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Tendon/Demon Bow(Jester's Arrows)
Bone Throwing Knife(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Grenade
Shuriken
Ancient Shadow armor
Gi(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Fossil armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Frostburn Arrow
Unholy Arrow
Jester's Arrow
Silver Bullet
Tungsten Bullet(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Musket Ball
Thunder Zapper(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Wizard Hat
Mystic Robe(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Jungle Pants
Magic Hat(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Diamond Robe
Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Magnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mana Regeneration Band
Mages must increase their mana capacity through the use of 
Mana Crystals before magic weapons become viable. The Magic Hat and Wizard Hat will provide a set bonus when used in conjunction with any robe. Jungle armor and Ancient Cobalt armor can be used interchangeably, with each piece providing the same benefits, and the set bonus being given even when a mix of the 2 armors is used. Depending on the player's skill level, the Demon Scythe can technically be obtained at any point in the game, as Demons will always naturally spawn in the Underworld.
Vampire Frog Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(1x)
Flinx Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(2x)
Finch Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Abigail's Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Snapthorn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Leather Whip(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Jungle Hat
Flinx Fur Coat(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Jungle Pants
Feral Claws((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flinx Fur Coat(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hermes Boots
Magiluminescence(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Extra jump
Balloon Pufferfish(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shiny Red Balloon
Frog Leg
Lucky Horseshoe
Panic Necklace
Fledgling Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shark Tooth Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-Skeletron
After defeating the first bosses, you gain access to the first few class-specific accessories and armor, along with Shadow/Crimson armor and Hellstone, the final ore of pre-hardmode. For mages, mana management is less of a problem with an item like the Mana Flower and enough Mana Potions.
Feral ClawsWhite String(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Counterweights(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Magma Stone
Star Cannon[b]
The Bee's Knees(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Wooden Arrows)
Molten Fury(Hellfire Arrows)Boomstick
Pew-matic Horn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Beenades
Star Cannon[b]The Bee's Knees(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Wooden Arrows)
Molten Fury(Jester's Arrows)Beenades
Shadow armor
Crimson armorGi(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Fossil armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shimmer Arrow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Frostburn ArrowSilver BulletTungsten Bullet(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Musket Ball
Fallen Star
Demon Scythe
Gray Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bee GunThunder Zapper(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Demon ScytheGray Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Space GunBee Gun
Diamond Staff
Ruby Staff
Crimson Rod
Weather Pain(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Wizard HatMystic Robe(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Meteor Leggings
Magic Hat(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Diamond Robe
Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Magnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mana Regeneration Band
Vampire Frog Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(1x)Flinx Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(2x)
Imp Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(1x)
Hornet Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(1x)
Finch Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Slime Staff
Snapthorn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Leather Whip(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Houndius Shootius(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ballista Rod(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Obsidian armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bee armor(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Feral Claws((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Pygmy Necklace((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Apprentice's Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Squire's Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bundle of Horseshoe Balloons(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Amphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Terraspark Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Extra jump
Lightning BootsMagiluminescence(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Panic NecklaceFledgling Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Worm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Band of Regeneration
Shark Tooth Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stinger Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-Wall of Flesh
Defeating Skeletron provides access to the Dungeon, giving access to Necro armor and new weapons from Dungeon and Shadow Chests. By this time you should generally have 200 base mana, plenty for using magic weapons.
Dark Lance
Hive-Five(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flamarang
Cascade(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Dark LanceHive-Five(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Cascade(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Feral ClawsCounterweight(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)String(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Magma Stone
Sharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ale
Sake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Poison
Star Cannon[b]
Hellwing Bow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Hellfire Arrow)The Bee's Knees(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Wooden Arrow)
Phoenix Blaster(Party Bullet)
Quad-Barrel Shotgun(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Party Bullet)BeenadesMolten Fury
Star Cannon[b]Hellwing Bow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Unholy Arrow, Wooden Arrow)[c]
The Bee's Knees(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Wooden Arrow)Phoenix BlasterBeenadesMolten Fury
Archery Potion
Ammo Reservation Potion
Ammo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)((Old-gen console version))
Demon Scythe
Aqua ScepterGray Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flamelash
Magic Missile
Flower of Fire
Aqua ScepterDemon ScytheGray Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Water BoltFlamelash
Vilethorn
Crimson RodWeather Pain(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Wizard HatMystic Robe(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Meteor Leggings
Magic Hat(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Diamond Robe
Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Magnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mana FlowerMana Regeneration Band
Vampire Frog Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(1x)Flinx Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(2x)Imp Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(1x)Hornet Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(2x)
Finch Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spinal Tap(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Snapthorn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bee armor(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Obsidian armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Feral Claws((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Pygmy Necklace((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Apprentice's Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Summoning Potion
Bewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Flask of Poison((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Bee armor is preferable if you are planning to use your minions more often and would like to play a more passive role focusing on dodging more than attacking yourself, but Obsidian armor (on Desktop, Console, and Mobile) trades 1 of your minions for +7% additional summon damage, +30% whip range, and +15% speed.
Bee Headgear(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Molten armor
Gladiator armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Crimson armorShadow armor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Gi(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Bundle of Horseshoe Balloons(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Amphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lightning Boots(or better)
Extra jumpMagiluminescence(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Panic NecklaceFledgling Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Worm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Obsidian ShieldBand of RegenerationStinger Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stinger Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shark Tooth Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bone Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bone Helm(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hive Pack(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffs
Regeneration Potion
Ironskin Potion
Swiftness Potion
Rage Potion
Wrath Potion
Heartreach Potion
Endurance Potion
Gravitation Potion
Slice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-mechanical bosses
At this point in the game, damage bonuses from armor and accessories become more significant, so it is recommended to choose a class to specialize in. Ranger is generally agreed to have the best weapons at this stage. However, melee also improves significantly due to melee armors having significantly higher defense than any other class. Magic is still heavily focused on crowd control, making it an effective class for those who want to take out The Destroyer first. Summoners have their best weapons locked behind Dreadnautilus and Queen Slime, but they receive Hardmode upgrades earlier than the other classes because Spider equipment can be crafted at an Iron or Lead Anvil. It is recommended to mix your chosen class with summoner if you are running a primarily offensive loadout.
This is also the point where a fully-defensive build begins to diverge from damage builds thanks to the availability of the Flesh Knuckles and Star Veil coupled with greater access to damage accessories, so it is a good time to decide whether you want to run a primarily offensive or defensive loadout and reforge your accessories accordingly.
Bananarang
Shadowflame Knife(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chain Guillotines(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Fetid Baghnakhs(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Amarok(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ice Sickle
Hel-Fire(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Gradient(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chik(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Drippler Crippler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Fetid Baghnakhs(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Flying Knife(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Dao of Pow
Bladetongue(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Warrior Emblem
Yoyo Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Power Glove
Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]
Moon Charm
Flask of Cursed FlamesSharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)AleSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Daedalus Stormbow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Ichor Arrow)
Dart Rifle/Pistol(Ichor Dart)
Coin Gun(Gold Coin)[e]
Uzi
Gatligator(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)[a]
Onyx Blaster(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Star Cannon[e]Dart Rifle/PistolCursed/Crystal Dart
Uzi(Endless Musket Pouch)
Archery PotionAmmo Reservation PotionAmmo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Cursed Dart(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Crystal Dart(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Jester's ArrowUnholy Arrow
Orange Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spirit Flame(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Sky Fracture(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Crystal Serpent(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Meteor Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Orange Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Life Drain(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Meteor Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Golden Shower
Shadowflame Hex Doll(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Nimbus Rod
Clinger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Adamantite Headgear
Adamantite Breastplate
Forbidden Treads(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Titanium MaskAdamantite BreastplateForbidden Treads(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Adamantite armor
Titanium armor
Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Sorcerer EmblemMagnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mana Cloak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Sanguine Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]
Blade Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Abigail's Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]
Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Cool Whip(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spinal Tap(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Snapthorn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Queen Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Spider armor(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Titanium Mask
Forbidden Robes(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spider Greaves(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Summoner Emblem(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Pygmy Necklace((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Apprentice's Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions) or Squire's Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Ichor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flask of Cursed Flames((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Summoning PotionBewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
For the mechanical bosses you have a choice between two whip-summon combinations. The Firecracker pairs well with the Sanguine Staff due to its high base damage getting increased with the Firecracker's debuff that increases summon damage by 2.75×, as well as the Snapthorn in order to attack faster with the Firecracker. The Blade Staff pairs well with whip stacking the Cool Whip, Durendal (after one mechanical boss), Spinal Tap, and Snapthorn to the Blade Staff's low damage highly benefiting from the tag damage that the mentioned whips inflict.
Spider Greaves(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)[h]Forbidden Robes(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[i]
Crystal Assassin armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
WingsShield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Amphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bundle of Horseshoe Balloons(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[j]Lightning Boots(or better)
Star VeilWorm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flesh Knuckles(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]
Ankh Shield
Charm of Myths
Frozen Turtle Shell
Putrid Scent(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stinger Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffsRegeneration PotionIronskin PotionSwiftness PotionRage PotionWrath PotionHeartreach Potion
Lifeforce PotionEndurance PotionSlice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-Plantera
At this point, players are expected to have chosen between melee, ranged, magic, summoning, or a hybrid of summoning and another class. This is also where significant armor variety starts to show up within the same class, with players choosing between Hallowed armor, Chlorophyte armor, and tier 2 Old One's Army armor. For magic and ranged, the choice lies between Hallowed armor (for offensive loadouts in need of a defensive effect) or Chlorophyte armor (for all-out offense). Melee users should use Turtle armor for pure defense, or some combination of Hallowed/Chlorophyte Mask, Monk's Shirt/Squire's Plating, and Squire's Greaves for the highest overall stats. If a reliable source of Defender Medals is not available, full Chlorophyte armor also works for offensive melee sets, and for defensive ranged/magic sets.
As was the case in previous stages, ranged provides the highest long-distance DPS, melee provides the best tanking ability, magic provides the most unique weapon effects, and summoner provides the most effortless mob clearing.
True Excalibur
True Night's EdgeFetid Baghnakhs(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Death Sickle
Yelets(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Red's Throw(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Valkyrie Yoyo(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mushroom Spear
Chlorophyte Partisan
True ExcaliburTrue Night's EdgeFetid Baghnakhs(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]Drippler Crippler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Death SickleChlorophyte Partisan
Hallowed Mask
Squire's Plating(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Squire's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed Mask
Monk's Shirt(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed armor
Chlorophyte armor
Warrior Emblem
Mechanical Glove
Fire GauntletYoyo Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]
Flask of Cursed FlamesSharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)AleSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Flamethrower
Chlorophyte Shotbow(Holy Arrows)
Megashark(Crystal Bullets)
Phantom Phoenix(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Flamethrower
Pulse Bow(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(Cursed/Ichor Arrows)
Megashark(High Velocity Bullets)Phantom Phoenix(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]Chlorophyte Shotbow(Chlorophyte Arrows)
Super Star Shooter(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chlorophyte armor(Mask)
Adamantite Mask
Huntress's Jerkin(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mythril Greaves
Hallowed armor
Archery PotionAmmo Reservation PotionAmmo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Cursed Darts(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Fallen StarsCrystal Darts(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Venom Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Orange Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shadowflame Hex Doll(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Tome of Infinite Wisdom(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(⚒ Use / Attack)
Unholy Trident
Rainbow RodSpirit Flame(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Venom Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Orange Zapinator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Magical Harp
Tome of Infinite Wisdom(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(⚷ Open / Activate)Unholy TridentRainbow RodLife Drain(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nimbus RodClinger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed Headgear
Chlorophyte Plate Mail
Apprentice's Trousers(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed HeadgearSquire's Plating(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Apprentice's Trousers(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed armorForbidden Treads(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Celestial Emblem(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Sorcerer EmblemMagnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mana Cloak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(3x)
Optic Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(Rest of the minion slots)
Blade Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Requires whip stacking to be best)
Abigail's Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]Sanguine Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]
Durendal(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Cool Whip(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spinal Tap(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Snapthorn(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Queen Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Spider armor(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Squire armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Summoner Emblem(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Pygmy Necklace((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Apprentice's Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Ichor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flask of Cursed Flames((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Summoning PotionBewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
For Plantera the same whip-summon combinations apply but most summoners replace the Sanguine Staff with the Optic Staff after defeating The Twins.
The Tavernkeep's armors provide minion and sentry bonuses while also providing significant melee, ranged, and magic bonuses. Hybridization is required to bring out their full potential. When using the Blade Staff, be sure to use Durendal, Snapthorn, Spinal Tap, and Flask of Ichor for best efficiency.
Forbidden Robes(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[k]Spider Greaves(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)[h]
Crystal Assassin armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Chlorophyte armor(Mask)
Hallowed armor(Hood)
WingsAmphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lightning Boots(or better)Bundle of Horseshoe Balloons(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[j]
Ankh ShieldWorm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Star Veil
Obsidian ShieldCharm of Myths
Moon StoneFlesh Knuckles(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]
Avenger EmblemPutrid Scent(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Volatile Gelatin(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Stinger Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shark Tooth Necklace(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Moon Stone
Winged Slime(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffsRegeneration PotionIronskin PotionSwiftness PotionRage PotionWrath PotionHeartreach PotionLifeforce PotionEndurance PotionSlice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
The Shield of Cthulhu remains viable well into Hardmode because of its useful dash ability.
Pre-Golem
With the Hardmode Dungeon and the final version of the Solar Eclipse now available, players have access to a variety of new equipment. Furthermore, any Biome Keys you have obtained are now usable. You could attempt to extend the duration of this stage by killing the Empress of Light, Duke Fishron, or summoning the Frost Moon, but most players will find it easier and more logical to kill Golem first.
The transition from pre-Plantera to post-Plantera comes with a significant improvement to the equipment available, with the most prominent new items being melee weapons (Terra Blade, Vampire Knives) and magic armor (Spectre armor). With the exception of the Terra Blade providing near-endgame levels of power, the classes are otherwise very balanced at this stage.
Keybrand[a]
Psycho Knife(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Scourge of the Corruptor
Seedler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
The Eye of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed MaskSquire's Plating(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed MaskMonk's Shirt(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed armor
Warrior EmblemMechanical GloveFire GauntletBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Yoyo Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of VenomSharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)AleSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Nail Gun(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Sniper RifleChlorophyte Shotbow
Piranha Gun
Venus Magnum
Nail Gun(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Tactical Shotgun(Nano Bullets)Pulse Bow(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)(Venom Arrows)
Piranha GunVenus Magnum(Endless Musket Pouch)
Shroomite armorMythril GreavesAdamantite Maskto be used with Rockets
Archery PotionAmmo Reservation PotionAmmo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Mini Nuke Is(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chlorophyte Arrows
High Velocity Bullets
Nano Bullets
Wasp Gun(with Hive Pack)
Toxic Flask(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Resonance Scepter(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spectre StaffToxic Flask(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Resonance Scepter(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Rainbow Gun
Magnet SphereNimbus RodClinger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spectre armor(Mask)
Spectre armor(Hood)
Celestial Emblem(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Sorcerer EmblemMagnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mana Cloak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Deadly Sphere Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Desert Tiger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]
Pygmy StaffSpider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Optic Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)[g]Blade Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Morning Star(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Durendal(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Staff of the Frost HydraQueen Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed MaskSquire's Plating(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Tiki Pants
Squire armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Hallowed armor
Summoner Emblem(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hercules BeetlePygmy NecklaceBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Apprentice's Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Squire's Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Ichor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flask of Venom((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Summoning PotionBewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hallowed Mask
Master Ninja GearAmphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hoverboard
Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Lightning Boots(or better)
Mothron Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spectre Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Worm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Star Veil
Frozen Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Master Ninja Gear[l]Charm of Myths
Hero Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Flesh Knuckles(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Moon StoneAnkh Shield
Avenger EmblemPutrid Scent(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spore Sac(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffsIronskin PotionEndurance PotionRage PotionWrath PotionRegeneration PotionLifeforce PotionGravitation PotionSlice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-Lunatic Cultist
Equipment from Golem, Martian Invasion, and the final tier of the Old One's Army is now available. Challenging Duke Fishron, Empress of Light, the Pumpkin Moon, and the Frost Moon is also now feasible. This stage marks the availability of the first Hardmode magic weapons that truly excel against single targets.
Flying Dragon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Influx Waver(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Terra Blade
Seedler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
North Pole
FlaironThe Eye of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Starlight(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Flying Dragon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Terra Blade
North PoleStarlight(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Hallowed Mask
Valhalla Knight's Breastplate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Valhalla Knight's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chlorophyte MaskMonk's Shirt(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Valhalla Knight's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Beetle armor(Scale Mail)
Shinobi Infiltrator armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Warrior EmblemMechanical GloveFire GauntletBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Yoyo Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of VenomAleSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Sharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Both sets of Beetle armor are viable for different situations. However, the offensive variant is not optimal when using weapons that have their DPS unaffected by melee speed, such as Vampire Knives.
Aerial Bane(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Tsunami
Elf Melter(with Shroomite Helmet)
Snowman Cannon
Xenopopper(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Chlorophyte Bullets)Sniper RiflePiranha Gun(with Shroomite Helmet)
Chain Gun
Snowman Cannon
Stake Launcher
Eventide(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Endless Quiver)Elf Melter(with Shroomite Helmet)
Piranha Gun(with Shroomite Helmet)Aerial Bane(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Adamantite Mask(for rocket weapons and weapons of all types) or
Shroomite Headgear(for arrow weapons) or
Shroomite Mask(for bullet weapons)
Red Riding Dress(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Red Riding Leggings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Chlorophyte HelmetValhalla Knight's Breastplate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Valhalla Knight's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shroomite armor
Swiftness PotionArchery PotionAmmo Reservation PotionAmmo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Crystal Bullets[f]
Chlorophyte Bullets
Ichor ArrowsMini Nuke Is(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nano Bullets
Venom Arrows
Rocket IIIs
High Velocity BulletsChlorophyte ArrowsMini Nuke Is(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Rocket IIIs
Blizzard Staff
Bubble Gun
Stellar Tune(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Razorpine
Laser Machinegun(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Charged Blaster Cannon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Betsy's Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nightglow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Charged Blaster Cannon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Nightglow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Rainbow GunMagnet SphereNimbus RodClinger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spectre Mask(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Dark Artist's Robes(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Dark Artist's Leggings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Spectre armor(Hood)
Spectre armor(Mask)
Celestial Emblem(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Sorcerer EmblemMagnet Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mana Cloak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Both the Spectre Mask and Spectre Hood are useful for offense and defense, respectively.
Terraprisma(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[m]
Xeno Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Tempest Staff
Kaleidoscope(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Morning Star(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Dark Harvest(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ballista Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Explosive Trap Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Queen Spider Staff(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Lightning Aura Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Staff of the Frost Hydra
Shinobi Infiltrator armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Valhalla Knight's Breastplate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[n]
Summoner Emblem(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Hercules Beetle
Papyrus Scarab
Necromantic ScrollPygmy NecklaceBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Ichor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flask of Venom((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Summoning PotionBewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Vampire Knives
Betsy's Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shinobi Infiltrator's Helmet(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[o]
Spooky Breastplate[p]
Spooky Leggings[q]
Beetle armor(Shell)Valhalla Knight's Breastplate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Soaring Insignia(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Master Ninja GearAmphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Betsy's Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Lightning Boots(or better)
Fishron Wings
Empress Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Frozen Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Star VeilWorm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ankh ShieldMaster Ninja Gear[l]Hero Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Flesh Knuckles(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]
Celestial Shell(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Charm of Myths
Celestial Shell(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Destroyer Emblem
Avenger Emblem
Scutlix(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
UFO(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Cute Fishron(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Witch's Broom(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffsIronskin PotionEndurance PotionRage PotionWrath PotionRegeneration PotionLifeforce PotionGravitation PotionSlice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Pre-Moon Lord
The armor, accessories, and buffs/potions from the Pre-Lunatic Cultist section should be used.
Daybreak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flying Dragon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)if you hit 2 eyes it is better
Flying Dragon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Solar Eruption(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Phantasm(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Vortex Beater(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nebula Blaze(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nebula Arcanum(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Dragon Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]Terraprisma(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Cell Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Kaleidoscope(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Morning Star(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Dark Harvest(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Betsy's Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Super Healing Potion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Endgame
At this point you are free to use whatever you want, since the Zenith kills everything easily regardless of what equipment you're wearing, and most of the other Moon Lord drops aren't far behind. Since there is no more combat-related content left in the game, the hands-off nature of summoner makes it convenient for those who want to transition from combat to building, terraforming, or other activities.
Zenith(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Vampire Knives
Meowmere(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Star Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Terrarian(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Zenith(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Meowmere(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Solar Eruption(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]Terrarian(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Solar Flare armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Valhalla Knight's Greaves(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Best stats[r]
Warrior EmblemMechanical GloveFire GauntletBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Yoyo Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of IchorSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Flask of VenomAleSharpening Station(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
S.D.M.G.(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Crystal Bullet)Phantasm(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Ichor Arrow)[a]
Celebration Mk2(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Vortex Beater(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Snowman Cannon
S.D.M.G.(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Luminite Bullet)Phantasm(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Luminite/Chlorophyte Arrow)[a]Celebration Mk2(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[a]
Snowman CannonEventide(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Endless Quiver)
Vortex armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ranger Emblem
Magic Quiver
Recon Scope(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Sniper Scope
Swiftness PotionArchery PotionAmmo Reservation PotionAmmo Box(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Crystal Bullet[f]Chlorophyte Bullet[s]
Luminite Bullet(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[t]
Luminite Arrow(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mini Nuke I(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Endless Musket Pouch(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Holy ArrowIchor ArrowChlorophyte ArrowVenom Arrow
Endless Quiver(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Rocket III
Last Prism(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lunar Flare(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Nebula Blaze(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Betsy's Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Last Prism(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nebula Arcanum(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Razorblade Typhoon
Nimbus RodMagnet SphereRainbow GunClinger Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nebula armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Celestial Emblem(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Celestial Cuffs(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Sorcerer EmblemMana Regeneration Band
Arcane Flower(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mana Cloak(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Dragon Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[g]Terraprisma(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Cell Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Kaleidoscope(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Firecracker(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Morning Star(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Dark Harvest(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lunar Portal Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Rainbow Crystal Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Ballista Staff(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[u]
Valhalla Knight armor(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Papyrus ScarabSummoner Emblem(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Hercules BeetleNecromantic ScrollPygmy NecklaceBerserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flask of Ichor((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))
Flask of Venom((Desktop, Console and Mobile versions))Summoning PotionBewitching Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)War Table(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
For Moon Lord and endgame there are once again two whip-summon combinations. The Stardust Dragon Staff benefits greatly from the Firecracker due to its high base damage and Firecracker multiplying it. But due to the Firecracker's range, it requires you to get close to enemies and bosses. The Terraprisma benefits from the Kaleidoscope due to its low damage benefitting from the high tag damage from the Kaleidoscope. But due to the obtainability of the summon, it requires you to fight the Empress of Light during daytime which is an insta-kill boss. Note that a Dark Harvest should be used as a secondary whip in both combinations to provide a whip speed buff for the primary whip.
Vampire KnivesBetsy's Wrath(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Plate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Leggings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Valhalla Knight's Breastplate(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Celestial Starboard(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Soaring Insignia(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Master Ninja GearTerraspark Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Amphibian Boots(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Solar Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Stardust Wings(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Nebula Mantle(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Vortex Booster(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Frozen Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Star VeilWorm Scarf(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Brain of Confusion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Celestial Shell(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Charm of MythsAnkh ShieldHero Shield(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Flesh Knuckles(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Berserker's Glove(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)[d]Master Ninja Gear[l]
Celestial Shell(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Destroyer Emblem
Avenger Emblem
Scutlix(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)UFO(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Cute Fishron(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Witch's Broom(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Winged Slime(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Food buffsIronskin PotionEndurance PotionRage PotionWrath PotionRegeneration PotionLifeforce PotionGravitation PotionSlice of Cake(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Other
Some equipment sets are not meant for fighting, but for other activities, such as fishing, building and exploring. All equipment is optional and makes it easier to perform the task, but otherwise simply use what is at hand.
The Mechanic NPC unlocks wiring, selling the basic tools.
The Grand Design(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Actuation Rod(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Wireand other wiring items
Presserator(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hand Of Creation(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Toolbelt(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Toolbox(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Architect Gizmo Pack(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mechanical Ruler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Summoner gear might prove useful to defend against enemies while engineering.
Spectre Paintbrush(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Spectre Paint Roller(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Spectre Paint Scraper(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)The Grand Design(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bottomless Water Bucket(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bottomless Lava Bucket(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bottomless Honey Bucket(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bottomless Shimmer Bucket(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ultra Absorbant Sponge(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ice Rod
Cosmic Car Key(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)or similar mounts
Static Hook(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lunar Hook(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)for straight vertical builds
Toolbelt(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Toolbox(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Hand Of Creation(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Movement accessories
Architect Gizmo Pack(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Mechanical Ruler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ancient Chisel(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Builder Potion(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Summoner gear is useful for defending against enemies while building.
Golden Fishing Rod
Chum Bucket(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hotline Fishing Hook
Angler Earring
Angler Tackle Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lavaproof Tackle Bag(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Fishing Bobber(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mollusk Whistle(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
High Test Fishing Line
Tackle Box
Lavaproof Fishing Hook(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Inner Tube(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Fish Finder(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Shield of Cthulhu(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Fishing Potion
Sonar Potion
Crate PotionAleSake(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Master Bait
Magma Snail(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Journeyman Bait
Hell Butterfly(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Enchanted Nightcrawler(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Summoner gear might prove useful to defend against enemies while fishing. A Shield of Cthulhu can be used without interrupting fishing. If you found a Lavaproof Fishing Hook, you don't need to use the Hotline Fishing Hook anymore. The Inner Tube and Mollusk Whistle only provide a fishing bonus while in water, and do not stack with one another. For this reason, the Mollusk Whistle may be preferable due to saving an accessory slot.
Golden Bug Net(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Lavaproof Bug Net(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bug Net
Lifeform Analyzer(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Guide to Critter Companionship(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Luminite Pickaxes(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Celebration Mk2(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)(Rocket IV or Mini Nuke II)
Shroomite Digging Claw(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Drill Containment Unit(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Zenith(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Bomb
Dynamite
Spelunker Glowstick(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flare Gun(Spelunker Flare)
Fairies(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Binoculars
Rod of Harmony(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Flying Dragon(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Solar Eruption(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Shellphone(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Ultrabright Helmet(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Mining Shirt
Mining Pants
Mining Helmet
Djinn's Curse(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Hand Of Creation(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Celestial Shell(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Arctic Diving GearFire GauntletMovement accessories
Ancient Chisel(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)Magma Stone
Celestial Stone
Dangersense Potion(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Flipper Potion(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)Gravitation Potion
Mining Potion(Desktop, Console, Old-gen console and Mobile versions)
Night Owl Potion
Obsidian Skin Potion
Shine Potion
Spelunker Potion
Water Walking Potion
Teleportation Potion
Recall Potion
Wormhole Potion(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Calming Potion
Suspicious Looking Tentacle(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Magic Lantern(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 1.20 1.21 1.22 Most effective on a tank build
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Due to this weapon being expensive to use, this weapon should be used with Fossil Armor for its ammo conversation
- ↑ Unholy Arrows are better against medium crowd of up to 6 enemies, Wooden Arrows are better against large crowds, but due to the bow's inaccuracy, it is difficult to pierce every enemy with it
- ↑ 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 If the player is playing Multiplayer and is a tank, the Flesh Knuckles and/or its upgrades should be used for increased aggro
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Due to this weapon's high ammo cost, it should be used with Adamantite armor for its ammo conversation.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 Highest single-target DPS
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 Should be used with Firecracker
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 Use this instead of Mythril Greaves. The Orichalcum Leggings are a weaker alternative.
- ↑ Mages should use this instead of Adamantite Breastplate
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 This is especially strong if used with Mounts
- ↑ Mages should use this instead of Mystic Robe or Chlorophyte Plate Mail. The Apprentice's Robe is a weaker alternative.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 The Black Belt is an alternative. The Master Ninja Gear and the Black Belt do not stack
- ↑ While the Terraprisma is an incredibly powerful weapon, it is also extraordinarily difficult to obtain. It requires you to defeat the Empress of Light during the daytime which is able to kill the player in one hit regardless of equipment that provide defense or dodging effects such as Holy Protection. For strategies on how to fight the enraged Empress of Light, see Guide:Obtaining a Terraprisma.
- ↑ The head and leg slots of Valhalla Knight armor can be swapped for pieces that provide minion capacity, while still retaining the breastplate's high health regeneration.
- ↑ Melee users should use this over Chlorophyte Mask
- ↑ Use this instead of Monk's Shirt, Dark Artist's Robes, or Spectre Robe. Do not use this over Red Riding Dress.
- ↑ Use this or Tiki Pants instead of Red Riding Leggings. Do not use this over Dark Artist's Leggings or Valhalla Knight's Greaves.
- ↑ More specifically, it trades 1 regen, 15% melee speed, the dash, and 30% damage reduction for 20% melee critical strike chance, 20% summon damage, and 4 defense.
- ↑ Has homing, making it the most consistent bullet
- ↑ Has piercing, making it have the highest multi-target DPS
- ↑ If using Firecracker, the Stardust Helmet should be swapped for a Tiki Mask.
