Getting Your Hands on a Jackhammer in Terraria: A Comprehensive Guide
So, you’re ready to reshape the world of Terraria, one block at a time? The Jackhammer is your tool of choice. But how do you actually get one? The answer is straightforward: you obtain Jackhammers by crafting them, but the path to that crafting station requires progression through the game. You need to first make your way through Pre-Hardmode, defeat Wall of Flesh, and start exploring your new challenges in Hardmode. Then, mining enough Chlorophyte Ore to smelt into bars. With these bars, you can use a Mythril Anvil or Orichalcum Anvil to forge your own Chlorophyte Jackhammer. It’s a powerful tool to use for creating new platforms for battles, digging underground or for creating new houses.
Crafting Your Chlorophyte Jackhammer: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
- Enter Hardmode: Defeat the Wall of Flesh. This boss resides in the Underworld and requires you to toss a Guide Voodoo Doll into lava while the Guide NPC is alive. This transition unlocks new ores, enemies, and content in your world.
- Smash a Demon/Crimson Altar: After defeating the Wall of Flesh, you can use the Pwnhammer, which is dropped by the Wall of Flesh to break Demon or Crimson Altars scattered throughout your world. Breaking these altars will spawn new Hardmode ores randomly throughout your world. Each time you break one, a new ore is spawned into your world, which is then added to the list that generates.
- Mine Hardmode Ores: You’ll need to mine the Hardmode ores that spawn after breaking the altars. These include Cobalt/Palladium, Mythril/Orichalcum, and Adamantite/Titanium. You will need to create a pickaxe using the previous tier of ore to progress. For example, to mine Mythril/Orichalcum you must first make a pickaxe out of Cobalt/Palladium.
- Craft an Anvil: Use your newly acquired Mythril or Orichalcum bars to craft a Mythril Anvil or Orichalcum Anvil. These advanced anvils are necessary for crafting many Hardmode items, including the Chlorophyte Jackhammer.
- Find Chlorophyte Ore: This ore spawns in the Underground Jungle biome after defeating at least one mechanical boss (The Destroyer, The Twins, or Skeletron Prime). It’s green and glows, making it relatively easy to spot. Be prepared for tough enemies in the Underground Jungle.
- Mine Chlorophyte Ore: You’ll need a pickaxe with at least 200% pickaxe power to mine Chlorophyte Ore. The Pickaxe Axe (crafted from the souls and bars of the mechanical bosses) or the Drax (a combination drill and axe, also crafted from mechanical boss materials) are great choices.
- Smelt Chlorophyte Bars: Take your Chlorophyte Ore to a Furnace and smelt it into Chlorophyte Bars. You will need 18 of these.
- Craft the Chlorophyte Jackhammer: With 18 Chlorophyte Bars in your inventory, head to your Mythril Anvil or Orichalcum Anvil. You’ll find the Chlorophyte Jackhammer recipe in the crafting menu. Craft it, and you’re ready to start reshaping the world!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Jackhammers in Terraria
Here are some common questions about Jackhammers in Terraria, answered to help you on your journey:
1. What exactly does a Jackhammer do in Terraria?
Jackhammers are primarily used for quickly breaking blocks and walls. They are faster than regular pickaxes or axes at destroying blocks, especially walls placed by the player, and can also create slopes from blocks for improved mobility and aesthetics.
2. Are there any Jackhammers better than the Chlorophyte Jackhammer?
Yes and no. There are no Jackhammers “better” in the sense of having higher hammer power than the Chlorophyte Jackhammer. The Chlorophyte Jackhammer has some of the fastest execution in the game. Some late game tools, like the Pwnhammer will destroy items like the Demon Alter and Crimson Alter.
3. What is “hammer power” and why is it important?
Hammer power determines which types of walls a hammer can destroy. Higher hammer power means you can break more types of walls. The Chlorophyte Jackhammer has sufficient hammer power for most walls you’ll encounter.
4. Can I use a Jackhammer to mine ores?
While you can technically use a Jackhammer to mine ores, it’s generally not the most efficient tool. Pickaxes are faster at mining ores than hammers, and the Jackhammer is better reserved for breaking down structures and creating slopes.
5. How does the Jackhammer compare to the Hamaxe?
Hamaxes are tools that combine the functionality of a hammer and an axe. While some Hamaxes may have similar or even slightly higher axe power, the Chlorophyte Jackhammer is faster than most Hamaxes for breaking blocks and walls.
6. Can I get a Jackhammer before entering Hardmode?
No, the Chlorophyte Jackhammer requires Chlorophyte Bars, which are made from Chlorophyte Ore, which only spawns after entering Hardmode and defeating a mechanical boss.
7. What are some good early-Hardmode alternatives to the Chlorophyte Jackhammer?
In early Hardmode, the Pwnhammer can break blocks, as well as the Demon Alters/Crimson Alters.
8. Does melee speed affect the Jackhammer’s speed?
No, melee speed does not affect the Jackhammer’s speed. Its breaking speed is fixed.
9. Are there any modifiers that affect the Jackhammer?
Yes, like other tools, the Jackhammer can receive modifiers. Modifiers like “Light” or “Quick” can affect its speed slightly, but the impact is minimal compared to melee weapons.
10. Can I automate the use of a Jackhammer in Terraria?
Not directly. However, you can use mechanisms and actuators to create automated systems that break blocks or walls, but this requires careful planning and execution. The Games Learning Society could use this as an educational tool to explore programming!
11. Is the Chlorophyte Jackhammer good for building?
Yes, the Chlorophyte Jackhammer is excellent for building and reshaping the environment. Its speed and hammer power make it ideal for quickly removing and modifying blocks and walls.
12. How do I find the Underground Jungle?
The Underground Jungle is located below the surface jungle biome. Look for jungle grass and trees on the surface, and then dig straight down. The Underground Jungle is characterized by its lush vegetation, numerous enemies, and the presence of Chlorophyte Ore.
13. What are some dangers to watch out for while mining Chlorophyte Ore?
The Underground Jungle is filled with dangerous enemies, including Hornets, Man Eaters, and Moss Hornets. Be prepared with good armor, weapons, and healing potions before venturing into the Underground Jungle to mine Chlorophyte Ore.
14. Can Chlorophyte Ore spread like Corruption or Crimson?
No, Chlorophyte Ore does not spread like Corruption or Crimson. Instead, it consumes nearby mud blocks, converting them into more Chlorophyte Ore. This makes it a useful tool for terraforming.
15. Is there any way to speed up the process of getting a Chlorophyte Jackhammer?
Focus on efficiently defeating the Wall of Flesh and mechanical bosses to quickly unlock Chlorophyte Ore. Once you reach the Underground Jungle, use spelunker potions to highlight ore locations and prioritize mining Chlorophyte Ore over other activities. Bring strong weapons and armor to minimize downtime due to enemy encounters.
The Chlorophyte Jackhammer is more than just a tool; it’s a symbol of progression and mastery in Terraria. Its ability to quickly reshape the world makes it an invaluable asset for builders, adventurers, and anyone looking to leave their mark on the game.