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, such as Defender Medals, which are used to purchase powerful gear and summoning items. 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 does not spawn naturally like other NPCs. Instead, he appears as a bound NPC in the world after you defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu for the first time. These bosses are tied to the Corruption and Crimson biomes, respectively. Once you defeat one of these bosses, the Tavernkeep will spawn randomly in the world, and you can find him tied up like other rescueable NPCs. You must then free him by interacting with him, similar to how you rescue the Goblin Tinkerer or Mechanic.
To prepare for this, you should ensure you have the necessary equipment and resources to defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu. For the Eater of Worlds, you will need weapons that deal area-of-effect damage, such as grenades, Vilethorn, or a Blade of Grass. For the Brain of Cthulhu, piercing weapons like the Musket or Boomstick are effective. Both bosses are relatively early-game challenges, so you donÔÇÖt need advanced gear, but having armor like Gold or Platinum and accessories like Hermes Boots or Cloud in a Bottle will help. Additionally, prepare healing potions and buffs like Ironskin and Regeneration to increase your survivability.
Once you defeat the boss, the Tavernkeep will spawn somewhere in the world. He can appear in any biome, so youÔÇÖll need to explore your world to find him. He will be tied up and labeled as "Bound Tavernkeep." Interact with him to free him, and he will immediately move into an available house in your world. If you donÔÇÖt have a suitable house prepared, he will wait until you build one. Ensure you have at least one empty house with walls, a light source, a table, and a chair to meet the basic housing requirements.
A common mistake players make is not having a house ready when they free the Tavernkeep. This can delay his arrival and make it harder to access his items early. To avoid this, always prepare at least one empty house before defeating the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu. Another mistake is not exploring enough to find the Tavernkeep after defeating the boss. He can spawn in any biome, so thoroughly search your world, especially in areas you havenÔÇÖt explored yet.
Advanced techniques include optimizing your world for NPC happiness, which affects the prices of the TavernkeepÔÇÖs items. The Tavernkeep prefers the Hallow biome and likes living with the Princess, Goblin Tinkerer, or Wizard. Placing him in a Hallow biome with one of these NPCs nearby will increase his happiness, reducing the cost of his items. This is especially useful if you plan to purchase many Defender Medals or other items from him.
Resource requirements for this process are minimal. You need basic building materials like wood, stone, and torches to create a house. For the boss fight, gather materials for weapons, armor, and potions. Mining ores like Iron, Lead, Silver, or Tungsten will help you craft better gear. If youÔÇÖre struggling with the boss, consider farming for better accessories or upgrading your weapons at an anvil.
In terms of class and equipment considerations, 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 survivability. Mages can use weapons like the Vilethorn or Water Bolt, while summoners can rely on minions to deal consistent damage. Rangers can use bows or guns with piercing arrows or bullets. Choose a class that suits your playstyle and prepare accordingly.
In summary, to make the Tavernkeep move in, defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, explore your world to find the Bound Tavernkeep, free him, and ensure you have a suitable house ready. Prepare for the boss fight with appropriate gear and potions, and optimize your world for NPC happiness to reduce the cost of his items. Avoid common mistakes like not having a house ready or failing to explore thoroughly. With these steps, youÔÇÖll have the Tavernkeep in your world, ready to provide valuable items for the Old OneÔÇÖs Army event.
First, you need to understand the mechanics behind the TavernkeepÔÇÖs appearance. The Tavernkeep does not spawn naturally like other NPCs. Instead, he appears as a bound NPC in the world after you defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu for the first time. These bosses are tied to the Corruption and Crimson biomes, respectively. Once you defeat one of these bosses, the Tavernkeep will spawn randomly in the world, and you can find him tied up like other rescueable NPCs. You must then free him by interacting with him, similar to how you rescue the Goblin Tinkerer or Mechanic.
To prepare for this, you should ensure you have the necessary equipment and resources to defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu. For the Eater of Worlds, you will need weapons that deal area-of-effect damage, such as grenades, Vilethorn, or a Blade of Grass. For the Brain of Cthulhu, piercing weapons like the Musket or Boomstick are effective. Both bosses are relatively early-game challenges, so you donÔÇÖt need advanced gear, but having armor like Gold or Platinum and accessories like Hermes Boots or Cloud in a Bottle will help. Additionally, prepare healing potions and buffs like Ironskin and Regeneration to increase your survivability.
Once you defeat the boss, the Tavernkeep will spawn somewhere in the world. He can appear in any biome, so youÔÇÖll need to explore your world to find him. He will be tied up and labeled as "Bound Tavernkeep." Interact with him to free him, and he will immediately move into an available house in your world. If you donÔÇÖt have a suitable house prepared, he will wait until you build one. Ensure you have at least one empty house with walls, a light source, a table, and a chair to meet the basic housing requirements.
A common mistake players make is not having a house ready when they free the Tavernkeep. This can delay his arrival and make it harder to access his items early. To avoid this, always prepare at least one empty house before defeating the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu. Another mistake is not exploring enough to find the Tavernkeep after defeating the boss. He can spawn in any biome, so thoroughly search your world, especially in areas you havenÔÇÖt explored yet.
Advanced techniques include optimizing your world for NPC happiness, which affects the prices of the TavernkeepÔÇÖs items. The Tavernkeep prefers the Hallow biome and likes living with the Princess, Goblin Tinkerer, or Wizard. Placing him in a Hallow biome with one of these NPCs nearby will increase his happiness, reducing the cost of his items. This is especially useful if you plan to purchase many Defender Medals or other items from him.
Resource requirements for this process are minimal. You need basic building materials like wood, stone, and torches to create a house. For the boss fight, gather materials for weapons, armor, and potions. Mining ores like Iron, Lead, Silver, or Tungsten will help you craft better gear. If youÔÇÖre struggling with the boss, consider farming for better accessories or upgrading your weapons at an anvil.
In terms of class and equipment considerations, 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 survivability. Mages can use weapons like the Vilethorn or Water Bolt, while summoners can rely on minions to deal consistent damage. Rangers can use bows or guns with piercing arrows or bullets. Choose a class that suits your playstyle and prepare accordingly.
In summary, to make the Tavernkeep move in, defeat the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu, explore your world to find the Bound Tavernkeep, free him, and ensure you have a suitable house ready. Prepare for the boss fight with appropriate gear and potions, and optimize your world for NPC happiness to reduce the cost of his items. Avoid common mistakes like not having a house ready or failing to explore thoroughly. With these steps, youÔÇÖll have the Tavernkeep in your world, ready to provide valuable items for the Old OneÔÇÖs Army event.