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Guide and Walkthrough (PC) by Etner
Terraria

Guide and Walkthrough (PC) by Etner

Terraria PC walkthrough covering character creation, biomes, boss fights, Hardmode, and the Moon Lord. Updated 03/02/2021.

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Terraria PC walkthrough covering character creation, biomes, boss fights, Hardmode, and the Moon Lord. Updated 03/02/2021.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin with Character Creation & World Creation.
  2. 2
    Follow the short tl;dr walkthrough.
  3. 3
    Progress through the first few hours, including the Forest biome start, exploration, and events like Blood Moon and Torch God.
  4. 4
    Learn to bolster your base and explore new biomes.
  5. 5
    Understand the different biomes, from Forest to Underworld, and Hardmode variants.
  6. 6
    Prepare for and fight the evil biome boss, including events like the Goblin Army and bosses like Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu.
  7. 7
    Tackle optional bosses like Queen Bee.
  8. 8
    Prepare for and defeat the Dungeon boss, Skeletron.
  9. 9
    Explore the Dungeon.
  10. 10
    Build your Hellevator and prepare for the Underworld Biome.
  11. 11
    Prepare for Hardmode.
  12. 12
    Conquer the Underworld Biome and the Wall of Flesh boss.
  13. 13
    In Early Hardmode, pick a class, acquire Hardmode Ores, and get Hardmode gear.
  14. 14
    Survive the Pirate Invasion and optional boss Queen Slime.
  15. 15
    Defeat the first mechanical boss, The Destroyer, and experience the Solar Eclipse event.
  16. 16
    Defeat the second mechanical boss, Skeletron Prime.
  17. 17
    Defeat the third and final mechanical boss, The Twins.
  18. 18
    Prepare for and fight through the Underground Jungle, including Plantera.
  19. 19
    Navigate the Lihzahrd Temple and defeat the Golem boss.
  20. 20
    Take on optional bosses like Duke Fishron and Empress of Light.
  21. 21
    Prepare for the final stretch, including the epic gauntlet.
  22. 22
    Defeat the Dungeon Boss: Lunatic Cultist.
  23. 23
    Conquer the four Celestial Pillars: Vortex, Nebula, Stardust, and Solar.
  24. 24
    Face and defeat the final cosmic deity, Moon Lord.
  25. 25
    Explore advanced mechanics, NPCs, NPC (non-player character — anyone the game controls, not you) Towns, and the Pylon system.
  26. 26
    Learn about advanced biomes and events.
  27. 27
    Understand advanced mechanics like enemy spawning, wiring, and creating artificial biomes.
  28. 28
    Consult the accessory list and building section, including crafting stations and fishing.
  29. 29
    Review achievements and credits.
Tips
  • Refer to the Tips & Tricks section for general advice.
  • Pay attention to the goals section for objectives.
  • The guide is updated as of 03/02/2021.

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