Telling Time in Terraria: Watches, Clocks, and More!
Want to know the precise hour in Terraria? The primary accessories for checking the time are the Gold Watch and the Platinum Watch. When equipped in an accessory slot or simply held in your inventory, a clock will appear in the upper-right corner of the playing screen, revealing the in-game time accurate to the last minute.
Delving Deeper: Time-Telling Tools in Terraria
Beyond the basic watches, Terraria offers several ways to keep track of the passage of time. These range from crafted items to rare finds, and even furniture pieces that offer a constant time display within their vicinity. Let’s explore the full range of options for staying punctual in your Terrarian adventures.
Clocks: The Decorative Timekeepers
While not technically accessories, clocks are crucial for timekeeping. Five craftable and several non-craftable versions exist.
- Craftable Clocks: These are created at a Sawmill using wood, glass, and iron/lead bars.
- Grandfather Clocks: The regular Grandfather Clock can rarely be found in Underground Cabins.
All clocks function identically, displaying the current hour to players nearby. Their differences are purely cosmetic.
Crafting Your Own Timepiece: The Watch
Creating a watch is the first step in consistent timekeeping. To craft a watch, you’ll need a Table and Chair placed near each other. This unique requirement prevents NPCs from accidentally blocking your crafting station if they decide to take a seat. Select the watch icon in the equipment menu when the required materials are available.
Gold Watch: Requires a Gold Bar (10) and a Chain (1)
Platinum Watch: Requires a Platinum Bar (10) and a Chain (1)
The Gold Watch is considered a slightly higher tier, but the Platinum Watch serves as a perfectly viable alternative.
Beyond the Basics: More Advanced Accessories
Terraria also boasts a range of other accessories that, while not directly displaying the time, are relevant to its passage.
Stopwatch: While it doesn’t show the time, the Stopwatch is an informational accessory purchased from the Traveling Merchant for 5 gold coins. This handy item displays your current movement speed in miles per hour, helping you optimize your travel strategies.
Fast Clock: The Fast Clock is a Hardmode accessory that grants immunity to the Slow debuff. While not displaying the actual time, it has a 1/100 (1%) / 1/50 (2%) chance to drop from Pixies, Mummies, and Wraiths. It is one of the ingredients required to make The Plan, a crafting material in the recipe of the Ankh Charm.
FAQs: Mastering Time in Terraria
1. Can you craft a clock in Terraria?
Yes, there are five craftable versions of clocks. You’ll need a Sawmill, wood, glass, and iron/lead bars.
2. How do you get a watch in Terraria?
Watches are crafted at a Table and Chair placed near each other. You’ll need the specified materials (Gold or Platinum Bars and a Chain).
3. How do you get a stopwatch in Terraria?
The Stopwatch can be purchased from the Traveling Merchant for 5 gold coins. Be patient, as his inventory changes each visit!
4. Where can I find a fast clock in Terraria?
The Fast Clock drops from Pixies, Mummies, and Wraiths in Hardmode. It has a 1/100 (1%) / 1/50 (2%) drop chance.
5. How many minutes is 1 hour in Terraria?
One minute of in-game time lasts one second of real-world time. Therefore, one hour in-game lasts one minute real-world. A full Terraria day (24 in-game hours) lasts 24 real-world minutes.
6. How do you speed up time in Terraria bed?
Pressing the interact key on a bed causes the player to lie down and sleep, accelerating time by five times its normal rate.
7. Why can’t I make a gold watch in Terraria?
Ensure you are standing next to a Table and Chair (not a workbench) with 10 gold bars and a chain in your inventory.
8. How rare is the fast clock in Terraria?
The Fast Clock is a Hardmode accessory with a 1/100 (1%) / 1/50 (2%) chance to drop from Pixies, Mummies, and Wraiths.
9. Can you skip time with beds in Terraria?
Yes, sleeping in a bed speeds up time by a factor of five.
10. Does sleeping in a bed in Terraria do anything?
Yes, sleeping speeds up time and provides a boost to health regeneration, similar to chairs and sofas. It also sets a new spawn point.
11. Can you make a mirror in Terraria?
No, you cannot craft a mirror. The Pocket Mirror is now a material, a part of the crafting recipe for the Reflective Shades.
12. How do you make a moon dial in Terraria?
The Enchanted Moondial is obtained by throwing an Enchanted Sundial into Shimmer.
13. What is the easiest bed to make in Terraria?
A basic bed can be crafted from 15 wood and 5 silk.
14. What if you could Equip EVERY Accessory at Once in Terraria?
This scenario is not available in the vanilla Terraria game. Accessories are limited by the number of accessory slots the player has available.
15. How can I learn more about the game design principles behind Terraria?
For insights into game design and learning through games, explore the research and resources available at the Games Learning Society website: https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/. Understanding these principles can deepen your appreciation for Terraria’s mechanics.