Vortexian

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VortexianHardmode exclusive
Vortexian.gif
Classic mode icon.png Classic
Expert mode icon.png Expert
Master mode icon.png Master
Statistics
Type
Environment
AI TypeFighter AI
Damage90/180/270 (contact)
100200300 (Vortex Lightning)[1]
Max Life700/1400/2100
Defense34
KB Resist40%/46%/52%
BannerVortexian BannerVortexian Banner(Desktop, Console and Mobile versions)
Immune toShimmering
Projectiles created
Projectiles created
Projectiles created
  • Vortex Lightning
    Vortex Lightning
  • Vortex Lightning
    Vortex Lightning

The Vortexian is a Hardmode, post-Lunatic Cultist enemy that spawns in the area of the Vortex Pillar during the Lunar Events. Upon death, a portal is summoned that shoots a lightning bolt aimed at the player, indicated by a glowing line, similar to one of the attacks of the Lunatic Cultist and the lightning portal of the Vortex Pillar. They are powerful in packs, and can potentially start an overwhelming lightning chain reaction if not dealt with properly.

Trivia

  • The Vortexian, Selenian, Predictor and Stargazer all share very similar sprites.
  • They seem to resemble the Moon Lord with legs but without the eyes or the spine. The teardrop design on its chest, combined with the exposed brain further supports this.
  • The BestiaryBestiary entry for the Vortexian: "The cosmic energy surging through these warriors builds up until their untimely demise, resulting in an explosion of lightning."

History

  • Desktop 1.3.0.5: Name of its banner changed from "Vortex Soldier Banner" to "Vortexian Banner".
  1. Information taken from the Desktop version Desktop 1.4.4.9 source code, method AI() in Terraria.Projectile.cs. The relevant part is the aiStyle == 108 block.