How do I get the materials to craft the Zenith sword in Terraria?

To craft the Zenith sword in Terraria, you need to gather a variety of materials from different stages of the game. The Zenith is one of the most powerful weapons in Terraria, and crafting it requires combining several swords that are themselves crafted from rare materials. Here is a detailed guide on how to obtain all the necessary materials and craft the Zenith.

First, let's break down the materials required for the Zenith. The Zenith is crafted at a Mythril or Orichalcum Anvil using the following swords: Copper Shortsword, Enchanted Sword, Starfury, Bee Keeper, Seedler, Terra Blade, The Horseman's Blade, Star Wrath, Meowmere, and Influx Waver. Each of these swords has its own crafting requirements, so you will need to gather materials from various biomes, bosses, and events.

The Copper Shortsword is the easiest to obtain. You can craft it at a workbench using 7 copper bars. Copper ore is found in the early game, usually near the surface or in caves. Simply mine the ore, smelt it into bars at a furnace, and craft the shortsword.

The Enchanted Sword can be found in underground shrines or by breaking Enchanted Sword Shrines on the surface. These shrines are rare, so you may need to explore multiple worlds to find one. Alternatively, you can fish in the Hallow biome for Golden Crates, which have a chance to contain the Enchanted Sword.

The Starfury is found in Skyware Chests on Floating Islands. To reach these islands, you can build a tall tower or use Gravitation Potions to fly upwards. Once you find a Skyware Chest, open it to obtain the Starfury.

The Bee Keeper is a drop from the Queen Bee boss. To summon the Queen Bee, you need to break a Larva in the Underground Jungle or use an Abeemination, which is crafted using 5 Honey Blocks, 1 Stinger, 5 Hive, and 1 Bottled Honey. Defeat the Queen Bee to have a chance at obtaining the Bee Keeper.

The Seedler is a drop from Plantera, a hardmode boss found in the Jungle. To summon Plantera, you need to defeat all three mechanical bosses (The Destroyer, Skeletron Prime, and The Twins) and then find a Plantera's Bulb in the Underground Jungle. Defeat Plantera to have a chance at obtaining the Seedler.

The Terra Blade is crafted using several materials. First, you need to craft the Night's Edge, which requires a Blade of Grass, Muramasa, Fiery Greatsword, and Blood Butcherer. The Blade of Grass is crafted using 12 Jungle Spores and 12 Stingers, the Muramasa is found in the Dungeon, the Fiery Greatsword is crafted using 20 Hellstone Bars, and the Blood Butcherer is crafted using 10 Crimtane Bars. Combine these at a Demon or Crimson Altar to create the Night's Edge. Next, you need to craft the True Night's Edge by combining the Night's Edge with 20 Souls of Might, 20 Souls of Sight, and 20 Souls of Fright. Finally, combine the True Night's Edge with a Broken Hero Sword (dropped by Mothron during a Solar Eclipse) to create the Terra Blade.

The Horseman's Blade is a drop from the Pumpking during the Pumpkin Moon event. To summon the Pumpkin Moon, you need to use a Pumpkin Moon Medallion, which is crafted using 30 Pumpkins, 5 Ectoplasm, and 10 Hallowed Bars. Defeat the Pumpking to have a chance at obtaining the Horseman's Blade.

The Star Wrath and Meowmere are drops from the Moon Lord, the final boss in Terraria. To summon the Moon Lord, you need to defeat the Lunatic Cultist and then the four Celestial Pillars. Defeat the Moon Lord to have a chance at obtaining the Star Wrath and Meowmere.

The Influx Waver is a drop from the Martian Saucer during the Martian Madness event. To trigger the Martian Madness event, you need to find a Martian Probe in space. Once the event starts, defeat the Martian Saucer to have a chance at obtaining the Influx Waver.

Once you have all the required swords, bring them to a Mythril or Orichalcum Anvil and craft the Zenith. This sword is incredibly powerful and can deal massive damage to enemies and bosses.

Some tips and considerations: Make sure to prepare adequately for each boss fight by having the best armor and accessories for your class. Use potions and buffs to increase your chances of success. For resource gathering, consider creating farms for enemies or resources to make the process more efficient. For example, you can create a Plantera farm in the Underground Jungle to increase your chances of obtaining the Seedler.

Common mistakes to avoid include not preparing adequately for boss fights, which can lead to repeated failures and wasted time. Also, make sure to explore thoroughly to find all the necessary materials, as some are rare and require extensive exploration.

Advanced techniques include using teleporters and traps to create efficient farming areas for enemies and resources. This can save time and make the process of gathering materials much easier.

In terms of class and equipment considerations, the Zenith is a melee weapon, so it is best suited for melee characters. However, it is so powerful that it can be useful for any class. Make sure to have the best melee armor and accessories to maximize its effectiveness.

In summary, crafting the Zenith in Terraria is a complex process that requires gathering materials from various biomes, bosses, and events. By following this guide and preparing adequately, you can obtain all the necessary materials and craft one of the most powerful weapons in the game.