How Rare is the Sextant?
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The Sextant is an informational accessory in Terraria that displays the current moon phase, and it can be received as a 1/34 (2.94%) chance reward for completing a Fishing quest for the Angler NPC, making it a relatively rare item. The rarity of the Sextant is influenced by factors such as the number of completed quests and other game-specific conditions, which can affect the drop rate and make it more challenging to obtain.
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General Questions
- What is the drop rate for the Sextant in Terraria?: The Sextant can be received as a 1/34 (2.94%) chance reward for completing a Fishing quest for the Angler NPC.
- What displays moon phase in Terraria?: The current moon phase can be determined using the Sextant, an informational accessory which can be obtained from the Angler NPC as a Fishing quest reward.
- How do you get the Fisherman’s Pocket Guide?: The Fisherman’s Pocket Guide is an informational accessory that displays the current Fishing Power, and it can be received as a 1/30 (3.33%) / 1/40 (2.5%) chance reward for completing Fishing quests for the Angler NPC.
Item-Related Questions
- How do you get the Weather Radio in Terraria?: The Weather Radio is an informational accessory that displays the current weather and wind speed on the Surface, and it can be obtained from the Angler NPC as a 1/30 (3.33%) / 1/40 (2.5%) chance reward for completing Fishing quests.
- What is the fastest way to get a Sextant in Terraria?: The Sextant can be received as a 1/30 (3.33%) / 1/40 (2.5%) chance reward for completing Fishing quests for the Angler NPC, and it is part of the Cell Phone’s crafting tree.
- How rare is rain in Terraria?: The chance of rain can be anywhere between 18.2% and 25% throughout a full in-game day.
Fishing-Related Questions
- How do you get a Lavaproof Fishing Hook?: The Lavaproof Fishing Hook is an accessory that can be found in Obsidian Crates and Hellstone Crates, obtained from Fishing in Lava.
- What’s the best fishing rod Terraria?: The best Fishing Rods in Terraria include the Golden Fishing Rod, Hotline Fishing Hook, Sitting Duck’s Fishing Pole, Mechanic’s Rod, Fiberglass Fishing Pole, Chum Caster, The Scarab Fishing Rod, and The Fleshcatcher.
- What is the best fishing set up in Terraria?: For the absolute best Fishing loadout, equip either the Glowing Fishing Bobber or the Fishing Bobber, the Lavaproof Tackle Bag, the Angler Tackle Bag, and the Angler Earring for the highest base Fishing Power.
Event-Related Questions
- Why is it always blood moon in Terraria?: A Blood Moon will only occur if at least one player in the world has more than 120 health, and it can only occur on nights when the moon phase is not new moon.
- Can you trigger a blood moon Terraria?: A Blood Moon can be triggered by trying to get one every night, except nights with a New Moon phase, by Alt+F4 and reopening Terraria until you get one.
- What does the blood moon mean in Terraria?: The Blood Moon is an event occurring randomly at night, during which Zombies gain the ability to open Doors, and enemies appear in great frequency.
Item Drop-Related Questions
- What can Betsy drop in Terraria?: Betsy can drop several items, including Aerial Bane, Sky Dragon’s Fury, Betsy’s Wrath, Flying Dragon, Betsy’s Wings, and Betsy Mask.
- How can I get tally counter?: The Tally Counter has a 1/100 (1%) chance of being dropped from Angry Bones, Cursed Skulls, and Dark Casters, all of which are found in the Dungeon.
- Can I fish in lava Terraria?: Fishing can be done in Lava, but will only work with the Hotline Fishing Hook, a Lavaproof Tackle Bag, a Lavaproof Fishing Hook, or by using a Magma Snail, Lavafly, or Hell Butterfly.