Getting Worm Pets in Terraria: A Comprehensive Guide
So, you want a worm pet in Terraria? You’ve come to the right place! This guide will break down everything you need to know about acquiring these squirmy companions, from the pre-Hardmode to the Master Mode challenges.
The Two Wormy Options
There are two primary worm pets available in Terraria:
- Worm from Suspicious Looking Apple: This pre-Hardmode pet is summoned using the Suspicious Looking Apple.
- Eater of Worms: This pet is summoned using the Writhing Remains item, which is exclusive to Master Mode.
Now, let’s delve into the details of how to obtain each of these pets.
Obtaining the Worm Pet (Suspicious Looking Apple)
This worm pet is obtained by using the Suspicious Looking Apple. It’s relatively straightforward, making it an excellent choice for players early in their Terraria journey. The Suspicious Looking Apple is a pet-summoning item that spawns a Worm pet that lasts until the player manually cancels by using the Suspicious Looking Apple again, or the player dies.
Method
- Acquire the Suspicious Looking Apple: The Suspicious Looking Apple can be obtained from the Goodie Bags that are dropped during the Halloween event. Halloween event takes place annually from September 20 to November 10.
- Use the Apple: Once you have the Suspicious Looking Apple in your inventory, simply use it. A small Worm pet will appear and follow you around.
Obtaining the Eater of Worms Pet (Writhing Remains)
The Eater of Worms pet is a Master Mode exclusive, making it a more challenging but rewarding pet to acquire. This pet is summoned by the Writhing Remains.
Method
- Defeat the Eater of Worlds in Master Mode: You will first need to summon and defeat the Eater of Worlds in Master Mode.
- Obtain the Writhing Remains: Upon defeating the Eater of Worlds in Master Mode, there is a 25% chance that it will drop the Writhing Remains.
- Use the Writhing Remains: Once you have the Writhing Remains in your inventory, simply use it. A miniature Eater of Worms pet will appear and follow you around.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I summon the Eater of Worlds?
The Eater of Worlds, a pre-Hardmode Corruption-themed worm boss in Terraria, is summoned using an item called Worm Food. This can be used within The Corruption or Underground Corruption. Alternatively, the Eater of Worlds can also be summoned by destroying 3 Shadow Orbs that spawn in Corruption worlds.
2. How do I get Worm Food?
Worm Food is crafted using 15 Rotten Chunks and 30 Vile Powder at a Demon Altar. Rotten Chunks are dropped by enemies in The Corruption, and Vile Powder is crafted from Vile Mushrooms, which also grow in The Corruption.
3. What is the best armor to use against the Eater of Worlds?
Platinum Armor will be the best bet for armor choice, as it has the highest defense of any armor obtainable before fighting the Eater of Worlds. Shadow Armor could also be obtained if the player defeats enough segments of the worm before dying. For summoners, a Flinx Fur Coat or Obsidian armor is preferable.
4. What is the Corruption?
The Corruption is a biome characterized by purple grass, dark chasms, and unique enemies. It’s one of the two “evil” biomes that can generate in a world at world generation (the other being the Crimson).
5. What is the Crimson?
The Crimson is an alternative to the Corruption, featuring red, fleshy environments and different enemies and bosses. It is also determined during world generation.
6. How do I get to Master Mode?
When creating a new world, you have the option to select the difficulty. Master Mode is the highest difficulty setting, offering significantly increased enemy health and damage, but also better loot.
7. What are the benefits of playing in Master Mode?
Master Mode offers increased challenge and unique rewards, including exclusive pets, mounts, and relics that showcase your accomplishment.
8. How do I get a Bug Net?
A Bug Net can be purchased from the Merchant NPC for 25 Silver Coins.
9. What are Worms used for in Terraria?
Worms are primarily used as bait for fishing. They have a 25% bait power.
10. Where can I find Worms?
Worms spawn underground or on the surface while raining. They also have a chance to spawn when the player breaks grass or stone piles. Breaking larger rocks in the background has a high possibility of releasing worms.
11. What is a Can of Worms?
The Can of Worms is a consumable grab bag-type item that contains 5–11 different worms. Cans of Worms can be found in chests at the Surface and Underground layers, or by tossing an Herb Bag into shimmer.
12. What are Gold Worms?
The Gold Worm is a critter. It is a rare, golden recolor of an ordinary Worm, with a 1/400 (0.25%) / 1/150 (0.67%) chance of spawning in place of the ordinary version. It can also be rarely obtained from opening a Can Of Worms.
13. How do I get infinite bait in Terraria?
There isn’t a way to get truly infinite bait, but you can farm bait efficiently. Focus on:
- Breaking Jungle Plants
- Searching Through A Rainy Forest
- Cavern Snails
- Breaking Rocks With Worms
14. What is Shimmer?
Shimmer is a liquid found in the Aether biome, located on the same side of the world as the Jungle. Items thrown into Shimmer can transform into different items, sometimes quite valuable ones.
15. What other pets can I get in Terraria?
Terraria features a vast array of pets, obtainable through various means, including drops from bosses, fishing, crafting, and purchasing from NPCs. Experiment and explore to discover them all! You can explore the GamesLearningSociety.org to learn more about the educational value of games like Terraria.
Conclusion
Obtaining a worm pet in Terraria adds another layer of fun and personalization to your gameplay experience. Whether you opt for the simpler Worm from the Suspicious Looking Apple or brave Master Mode for the Eater of Worms, these squirmy companions are sure to bring a smile to your face. Now get out there and start your worm pet collection!