How do I craft a slime rain mount in Terraria?

To craft the Slime Rain mount in Terraria, you need to obtain the Slimy Saddle, which is a mount item that summons a rideable Slime. The Slimy Saddle is not crafted but is instead a rare drop from King Slime, a boss that can be summoned using the Slime Crown or encountered randomly during a Slime Rain event. Below is a detailed explanation of how to obtain the Slimy Saddle, including strategies, tips, and considerations.

First, you need to prepare for the fight with King Slime. King Slime is an early-game boss, so you donÔÇÖt need advanced gear to defeat him, but proper preparation will make the fight easier. You should have at least a full set of armor, such as iron or lead armor, and a weapon like a bow with flaming arrows, a yoyo, or a sword. Accessories like Hermes Boots or Cloud in a Bottle can help with mobility during the fight. Additionally, bring healing potions and consider crafting a campfire and placing it nearby for a health regeneration boost.

To summon King Slime, you need to craft a Slime Crown. The Slime Crown requires 20 Gel and 1 Gold or Platinum Crown. Gel is dropped by most slimes, which are common enemies found in many biomes. The Gold or Platinum Crown is crafted at an anvil using 5 Gold or Platinum Bars and 1 Ruby. Gold or Platinum Bars are smelted from their respective ores, which can be found underground. Rubies are gemstones that spawn in underground layers and can be mined with a pickaxe. Once you have the materials, craft the Slime Crown at a Demon or Crimson Altar.

Once you have the Slime Crown, you can summon King Slime at any time by using the item. ItÔÇÖs best to fight King Slime in an open area, such as a flat surface youÔÇÖve cleared of obstacles. This will give you room to maneuver and avoid his attacks. King Slime has two main attacks: he can teleport to your location and attempt to crush you, and he can spawn smaller slimes to attack you. Keep moving to avoid his teleportation attack and focus on defeating the smaller slimes first to reduce the number of enemies youÔÇÖre dealing with.

During the fight, use ranged weapons if possible to keep your distance from King Slime. If youÔÇÖre using a melee weapon, be cautious when approaching him, as his teleportation can catch you off guard. If youÔÇÖre playing as a mage, spells like the Water Bolt or Demon Scythe can be effective. For summoners, the Slime Staff, while rare, can provide additional damage. Defeating King Slime will reward you with Gel, a Ninja Hood, Ninja Shirt, Ninja Pants, and a chance to drop the Slimy Saddle.

The Slimy Saddle has a 25% drop chance from King Slime in Classic Mode and a 50% drop chance in Expert Mode. If you donÔÇÖt get it on your first attempt, you can summon King Slime again using another Slime Crown. Keep in mind that King Slime can also spawn naturally during a Slime Rain event, so you might encounter him without needing to craft the Slime Crown. However, relying on this method is less reliable, as Slime Rain events are random.

Once you have the Slimy Saddle, you can use it to summon a rideable Slime mount. This mount allows you to bounce on enemies and travel quickly across flat surfaces. ItÔÇÖs particularly useful for early-game exploration and can help you avoid fall damage by bouncing when you land. The mount is also fun to use and adds a unique element to your gameplay.

In summary, to obtain the Slimy Saddle, you need to defeat King Slime, who can be summoned using a Slime Crown or encountered during a Slime Rain event. Prepare for the fight with basic armor, weapons, and healing items, and fight King Slime in an open area to avoid his attacks. The Slimy Saddle has a decent drop chance, so you should be able to obtain it within a few attempts. Once you have it, enjoy the benefits of riding a Slime mount as you explore the world of Terraria.