What Do Mimics Drop in Terraria? A Comprehensive Guide

In the captivating world of Terraria, exploration is often rewarded with treasures hidden within chests. However, not every chest is what it seems. Mimics, cunning adversaries disguised as ordinary chests, are a dangerous surprise for unsuspecting adventurers. These Hardmode enemies can drop a variety of valuable items, making them a significant encounter. But what exactly do they drop?

Mimics, depending on their type, offer unique loot tables. They all consistently drop Greater Healing Potions and Greater Mana Potions. However, the real draw lies in their potential to drop powerful weapons, essential tools, and rare accessories. It’s crucial to note that Mimics spawned via statues do not drop the same loot; typically, they will only drop a Mimic Banner and count toward banner progress.

Let’s break down the specific drops based on Mimic type:

Corrupt Mimic Drops

Corrupt Mimics are found in the Corrupt biome during Hardmode. Here’s a breakdown of their loot:

• Greater Mana Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.
• Greater Healing Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.

Plus, one of the following items at a 100% drop rate:

• Chain Guillotines: 20% chance
• Clinger Staff: 20% chance
• Worm Hook: 20% chance
• Dart Rifle: 20% chance

Crimson Mimic Drops

Crimson Mimics appear in the Crimson biome during Hardmode. The loot pool is similar to that of the Corrupt Mimic but with different items:

• Greater Mana Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.
• Greater Healing Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.

Plus, one of the following items at a 100% drop rate:

• Flesh Grinder: 20% chance
• Dart Pistol: 20% chance
• Chain Guillotines: 20% chance
• Tendon Hook: 20% chance

Hallowed Mimic Drops

Hallowed Mimics are found in the Hallowed biome during Hardmode, and they present a unique set of drops:

• Greater Mana Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.
• Greater Healing Potion: Guaranteed 100% drop.

Plus, one of the following items at a 100% drop rate:

• Crystal Vile Shard: 20% chance
• Magic Dagger: 20% chance
• Daedalus Stormbow: 20% chance
• Flying Knife: 20% chance

The Titan Glove and Other Rare Drops

It’s worth noting that a Titan Glove has a 1/20 (5%) / 1/7 (14.29%) chance of being dropped by any type of Mimic on Normal/Expert mode. This rare accessory doubles player-inflicted melee knockback, a very useful feature.

On older console versions, the Compass is dropped by mimics with a 1/7 (14.29%) chance.

While Jungle Mimics exist within the game files, they are currently unused enemies except on secret world seeds. Therefore, they don’t have a reliable drop pool in standard gameplay; they can drop money, angel statues, and other unusual items on secret world seeds.

Mimic Behavior & Additional Notes

• Mimics can replace standard chests or boss loot pedestals, making any encounter with a chest potentially dangerous.
• They will attack the player when triggered by an attempt to open what is, in reality, the mimic.
• Mimics are designed as a lethal protection against looters, appearing identical to normal chests until engaged.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Mimic Drops

1. Do Statue-Spawned Mimics Drop Loot?

No, Mimics spawned via a Chest Statue will not drop the same valuable loot as naturally occurring Mimics. They will only drop a Mimic Banner which adds progress toward a full banner, but they will not provide valuable weapons or accessories.

2. Can I Farm Mimics With Traps?

Yes, you can use traps, like Dart Traps, to farm Mimics. You can wire them to a timer, though you need to use a statue to initially spawn them; however, remember that statue-spawned Mimics do not drop loot.

3. What is the Purpose of the “Key Swallowed by Mimic”?

The Key Swallowed by Mimic currently serves no purpose other than being sold to a merchant for one silver coin. It does not unlock anything or lead to a side quest.

4. Can Hallowed Mimics Drop the Titan Glove?

Yes, any type of Mimic, including Hallowed Mimics, has a chance to drop the Titan Glove.

5. How Rare is the Titan Glove?

The Titan Glove has a 5% (1/20) chance of being dropped by Mimics on Normal Mode and a 14.29% (1/7) chance on Expert Mode.

6. Is the Compass Dropped by Mimics in Modern Terraria?

No, the Compass is only dropped by Mimics in Old-gen Console versions of the game. This drop is no longer present in modern versions of Terraria.

7. Are Jungle Mimics Available in Regular Worlds?

No, Jungle Mimics are not available in regular worlds and are considered currently unused, except on specific secret world seeds.

8. Can Mimics Surprise Attack the Player?

Yes, Mimics are cunning hunters that lie in wait for unsuspecting players, using their shapechanging abilities to their advantage. If undetected, they will almost certainly get a surprise attack on any creature that gets too close.

9. What is the Significance of a Mimic Banner?

The Mimic Banner is a decorative item that can be placed on walls; it provides a small damage buff and can be used in AFK farms to mark an area. Banners are dropped after killing a certain amount of a given enemy.

10. Why Do Mimics Always Appear as Chests?

Mimics were created as a lethal protection against looters, disguising themselves as chests to lure their prey into a false sense of security.

11. Can Mimics be Tamed?

In the context of the game, you cannot tame a mimic. The text found that states mimics can pass the mirror test and be selectively bred is a fictional reference to the Dungeons and Dragons monster.

12. Do Mimics Transform Back Into a Chest When Killed?

When a Mimic is killed, it reverts to its true, amorphous form and does not transform back into a chest.

13. What Items Does a Shadow Mimic Drop?

The Shadow Mimic is a pet which emits purple light; it does not drop any items.

14. What Are Some of the Rarest Items in Terraria?

While not exclusive to Mimics, some of the rarest items in Terraria include: the Slime Staff, Discount Card, Coin Gun, Lucky Coin, Biome Keys, Rod of Discord, Blessed Apple, and Nymph Banner.

15. What Happens When I Enter Mimic Nightmare Mode?

Mimic Nightmare Mode is not a feature of Terraria. It is a reference to a different game, and Terraria does not have any related mechanic. Beating Control’s Mimic Chapter in Nightmare Mode will not give a new lantern skin.

Understanding what Mimics drop in Terraria is essential for any player looking to progress. Knowing the dangers that lurk within chests is the first step in surviving and looting the valuable items they possess. Always be cautious when encountering a chest in Hardmode, as it could be a Mimic in disguise!