The Ultimate Guide to Spawning the Truffle NPC in Terraria
The Truffle NPC is a unique vendor in Terraria, offering a selection of mushroom-themed items vital for players progressing through Hardmode. But getting this fungal friend to move in requires fulfilling specific conditions. Let’s delve into what you need to do.
The core requirements for the Truffle NPC to spawn are threefold:
- Defeat the Wall of Flesh: This marks your progression into Hardmode, a necessary condition for the Truffle’s arrival.
- Establish a Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome: The Truffle will only reside in a biome of this type, built above ground.
- Provide Suitable Housing: A vacant, valid house within or very near the Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome must be available.
Let’s break down each of these elements for clarity.
Hardmode Activation: Slaying the Wall of Flesh
Before you even think about mushrooms, you need to conquer the underworld and defeat the Wall of Flesh. This terrifying boss, summoned at the bottom of the world in the Underworld biome, represents the gatekeeper to Hardmode. Its defeat unlocks a significantly more challenging and rewarding phase of the game, introducing new enemies, ores, and, importantly, the pre-requisite for Truffle eligibility.
Crafting a Thriving Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome
This is where the real effort begins. The Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome doesn’t generate naturally; you have to create it yourself. This biome must be located above ground; any house built below ground, even if technically within a mushroom biome, will not entice the Truffle. Here’s how:
- Gather Mud Blocks: Obtain these from the Jungle biome or by using a Bottomless Bucket of Water and throwing dirt into it.
- Acquire Mushroom Grass Seeds: These are found by harvesting fully grown Glowing Mushrooms in an underground Glowing Mushroom biome (the one that generates naturally).
- Plant the Seeds: Spread the Mud Blocks in the desired area for your biome. Use the Mushroom Grass Seeds on these blocks. The grass will gradually spread to adjacent mud blocks, expanding your biome.
- Quantity Matters: An area requires at least 100 mushroom grass tiles, and a certain number of glowing mushrooms grown naturally on top of the grass, to be considered a Glowing Mushroom biome. You’ll know you’ve succeeded when the music changes and the background darkens with giant mushrooms. Remember to clear any walls behind your mushroom farm as this will prevent mushrooms from growing.
Building the Perfect Mushroom House
The final piece of the puzzle is providing suitable housing for the Truffle. The house must meet all the standard NPC housing requirements:
- Enclosed Space: The house needs to be fully enclosed with walls, a floor, and a ceiling.
- Light Source: Place a torch, chandelier, or other light source inside the house.
- Flat Surface: A table, workbench, dresser, or similar item must be present.
- Comfort Item: A chair or bench is required.
- Valid Door: The house needs a functioning door for entry and exit.
- Size: The internal space must be of the correct dimensions. Too small, and it’s not valid; too large, and enemies can spawn inside.
- Location: Critically, the house must be within or very close to your Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome. The background and music change associated with the biome should be clearly present where the house is built.
Once you’ve confirmed all these conditions are met, all that’s left is to be patient. The Truffle, like other NPCs, doesn’t arrive instantaneously. He’ll move in during the daytime hours when a vacant house is available in the correct biome. Enjoy your new fungal friend!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Truffle NPC
1. Why isn’t my Truffle spawning even though I have a Mushroom Biome?
Double-check that your biome is actually a Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome. The house must be above 0 elevation (sea level). Ensure the music and background are correctly reflecting the mushroom biome. Finally, make sure there is a vacant house.
2. How big does my Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome need to be?
An area requires at least 100 tiles on the surface or 160 underground that are mushroom-related (Mushroom grass, naturally grown Glowing Mushrooms, Giant Glowing Mushrooms) to be considered a Glowing Mushroom biome. Pay attention to background objects to verify biome size.
3. Can the Truffle live in an Underground Glowing Mushroom Biome?
No. The Truffle specifically requires a Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome. Underground biomes, even if they’re naturally generated mushroom biomes, will not work.
4. Does the Truffle need a specific house design?
No. As long as the house meets the basic requirements for NPC housing and is located in the correct biome, the Truffle will be happy to move in.
5. How long does it take for the Truffle to move in?
NPCs spawn randomly throughout the daytime. The default spawn rate is 1/600 per tick, meaning there is a 9.52% chance that at least one enemy will spawn in a given second. Make sure all the requirements are met and be patient.
6. What does the Truffle sell?
The Truffle sells various mushroom-themed items, including the Autohammer, which is crucial for crafting Shroomite Bars (essential for certain endgame armor and weapons). He also sells Mushroom Spears, Glowing Mushroom Seeds, and more. Some items become available only after defeating specific bosses like Plantera or the Mechanical Bosses.
7. What happens if the Truffle dies?
Like other NPCs, the Truffle will respawn after a while, provided a suitable, vacant house is still available in a Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome.
8. Can I move the Truffle to a different biome after he spawns?
No. The Truffle will only stay in a Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome. If you move him to another biome, he will become unhappy and might not sell certain items. He will eventually move back to a valid house within a mushroom biome if one is available.
9. Is the Truffle affected by NPC happiness?
Yes! Like all other NPCs, the Truffle’s vendor prices are affected by his happiness. Keeping him in his preferred biome (Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome) and near other NPCs he likes will make him happier, resulting in better prices. The Games Learning Society, and websites like it, have more information on how happiness affects gameplay. Check out GamesLearningSociety.org for more educational gaming information.
10. How do I make my Mushroom Biome bigger?
Simply place more Mud Blocks and plant more Mushroom Grass Seeds. The grass will spread, expanding the biome. Make sure you have enough space to do so.
11. Can I use the Clentaminator to create a Mushroom Biome?
Yes! Using Dark Blue Solution with the Clentaminator on a Jungle biome will transform the Jungle into a Glowing Mushroom biome. This can be a quicker way to create a larger biome.
12. Does the Truffle require specific time of day to spawn?
The Truffle, like other NPCs, will only move in during daytime. If you’ve met all the requirements, wait until morning and he should arrive.
13. What are some tips for speeding up mushroom grass growth?
Mushroom grass grows naturally over time. There are no specific in-game mechanics to speed up its growth. Ensure the area is clear of obstacles and that the mud blocks are exposed to the sky.
14. Can enemies spawn in my Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome?
Yes. Enemies will spawn in any biome, including the Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome, especially during the night or during events like the Blood Moon. Proper lighting and NPC presence can reduce enemy spawns.
15. Can I build multiple houses in my Surface Glowing Mushroom Biome for other NPCs?
Yes, you can build multiple houses! This is even encouraged, as proximity to liked NPCs can increase the Truffle’s happiness, leading to better prices.