How do I make the Tavernkeep NPC move in Terraria?
To make the Tavernkeep NPC move into your world in Terraria, you need to meet specific conditions and follow a series of steps. The Tavernkeep is a unique NPC who sells items related to the Old One's Army event, including sentry summoning weapons and armor sets. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to get the Tavernkeep to move in, along with tips and strategies to make the process easier.
First, you need to understand the mechanics behind the TavernkeepÔÇÖs appearance. The Tavernkeep is not like most NPCs who move in automatically when you meet their requirements. Instead, he spawns as a bound NPC in the world after you defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu for the first time. Once you find him, you can free him by interacting with him, and he will then move into an available house in your world. This means you need to have a suitable house prepared before you encounter him.
To start, you need to defeat either the Eater of Worlds in Corruption worlds or the Brain of Cthulhu in Crimson worlds. These bosses are early-game bosses, so you should focus on preparing for them. For the Eater of Worlds, you can use weapons like the Vilethorn or a bow with JesterÔÇÖs Arrows. For the Brain of Cthulhu, weapons like the Musket or a flail work well. Make sure to have decent armor, such as Gold or Platinum, and accessories like Hermes Boots or a Cloud in a Bottle to help with mobility during the fight.
After defeating the boss, the Tavernkeep will spawn somewhere in your world as a bound NPC. He can appear in any biome, but he is most commonly found in the Cavern layer. You will need to explore your world to locate him. He looks like a small, tied-up character with a unique sprite, so he should stand out from other NPCs or enemies. Once you find him, simply interact with him to free him. If you have a suitable house available, he will move in immediately.
ItÔÇÖs important to prepare a house for the Tavernkeep before you start searching for him. A suitable house must meet the basic requirements for any NPC: it must have walls, a light source, a flat surface item like a table or workbench, and a comfort item like a chair. The house must also be enclosed with a door or platform entrance. Make sure the house is not too close to Corruption or Crimson biomes, as NPCs will not move into houses in those areas.
One common mistake players make is not having a house ready when they free the Tavernkeep. If you free him without a house available, he will not move in, and you will need to find him again later. To avoid this, always ensure you have at least one empty house prepared before defeating the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu.
Advanced players can optimize the process by creating a network of houses in different biomes. This not only ensures you have space for the Tavernkeep but also helps with NPC happiness. The Tavernkeep prefers the Hallow biome and likes to live near the Goblin Tinkerer, Mechanic, or Wizard. Placing him in a Hallow biome with one of these neighbors will increase his happiness, leading to lower prices for his items.
Resource-wise, you donÔÇÖt need anything special to summon the Tavernkeep. However, you should gather materials for building a house, such as wood, stone, and torches. If youÔÇÖre playing in a Corruption world, youÔÇÖll need Worm Food to summon the Eater of Worlds, which requires Rotten Chunks and Vile Powder. In a Crimson world, youÔÇÖll need Bloody Spine to summon the Brain of Cthulhu, which requires Vertebrae and Vicious Powder.
In terms of class and equipment, any class can defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, but melee and ranged classes tend to have an easier time due to their high damage output and mobility. Make sure to bring healing potions and buffs like Ironskin or Swiftness to improve your survivability during the boss fights.
In summary, to get the Tavernkeep to move in, defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, locate the bound Tavernkeep in your world, free him, and ensure you have a suitable house ready. Prepare for the boss fights with appropriate gear and resources, and consider optimizing NPC happiness by placing the Tavernkeep in the Hallow biome with preferred neighbors. By following these steps, youÔÇÖll have the Tavernkeep in your town in no time.
First, you need to understand the mechanics behind the TavernkeepÔÇÖs appearance. The Tavernkeep is not like most NPCs who move in automatically when you meet their requirements. Instead, he spawns as a bound NPC in the world after you defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu for the first time. Once you find him, you can free him by interacting with him, and he will then move into an available house in your world. This means you need to have a suitable house prepared before you encounter him.
To start, you need to defeat either the Eater of Worlds in Corruption worlds or the Brain of Cthulhu in Crimson worlds. These bosses are early-game bosses, so you should focus on preparing for them. For the Eater of Worlds, you can use weapons like the Vilethorn or a bow with JesterÔÇÖs Arrows. For the Brain of Cthulhu, weapons like the Musket or a flail work well. Make sure to have decent armor, such as Gold or Platinum, and accessories like Hermes Boots or a Cloud in a Bottle to help with mobility during the fight.
After defeating the boss, the Tavernkeep will spawn somewhere in your world as a bound NPC. He can appear in any biome, but he is most commonly found in the Cavern layer. You will need to explore your world to locate him. He looks like a small, tied-up character with a unique sprite, so he should stand out from other NPCs or enemies. Once you find him, simply interact with him to free him. If you have a suitable house available, he will move in immediately.
ItÔÇÖs important to prepare a house for the Tavernkeep before you start searching for him. A suitable house must meet the basic requirements for any NPC: it must have walls, a light source, a flat surface item like a table or workbench, and a comfort item like a chair. The house must also be enclosed with a door or platform entrance. Make sure the house is not too close to Corruption or Crimson biomes, as NPCs will not move into houses in those areas.
One common mistake players make is not having a house ready when they free the Tavernkeep. If you free him without a house available, he will not move in, and you will need to find him again later. To avoid this, always ensure you have at least one empty house prepared before defeating the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu.
Advanced players can optimize the process by creating a network of houses in different biomes. This not only ensures you have space for the Tavernkeep but also helps with NPC happiness. The Tavernkeep prefers the Hallow biome and likes to live near the Goblin Tinkerer, Mechanic, or Wizard. Placing him in a Hallow biome with one of these neighbors will increase his happiness, leading to lower prices for his items.
Resource-wise, you donÔÇÖt need anything special to summon the Tavernkeep. However, you should gather materials for building a house, such as wood, stone, and torches. If youÔÇÖre playing in a Corruption world, youÔÇÖll need Worm Food to summon the Eater of Worlds, which requires Rotten Chunks and Vile Powder. In a Crimson world, youÔÇÖll need Bloody Spine to summon the Brain of Cthulhu, which requires Vertebrae and Vicious Powder.
In terms of class and equipment, any class can defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, but melee and ranged classes tend to have an easier time due to their high damage output and mobility. Make sure to bring healing potions and buffs like Ironskin or Swiftness to improve your survivability during the boss fights.
In summary, to get the Tavernkeep to move in, defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, locate the bound Tavernkeep in your world, free him, and ensure you have a suitable house ready. Prepare for the boss fights with appropriate gear and resources, and consider optimizing NPC happiness by placing the Tavernkeep in the Hallow biome with preferred neighbors. By following these steps, youÔÇÖll have the Tavernkeep in your town in no time.