The Axe

The Axe is a tool classified as a Hamaxe, meaning it retains the abilities of an Axe and a Hammer. Its appearance closely resembles that of a Gibson "Flying V" guitar. In line with its appearance, it will make an electric guitar sound when the player swings it.

Because of its high base damage, formidable Knockback, and Autoswing ability, it is often regarded as a weapon rather than a tool, despite being the strongest Axe and Hammer in the game. This item is rarely dropped by Jungle Hardmode Boss Plantera.

Tips

 * While Autoswinging, the player will be unable to change direction. This can be alleviated by briefly releasing the attack button to allow the player to readjust the weapons direction.

Trivia

 * With 175% Axe power and 100% hammer power, it is both the most powerful axe as well as the most powerful hammer in the game.
 * The Axe may be a reference to an American rock band called "Pantera", which is thought to be Redigit's girlfriend's favourite band. Evidently, this band is similarly named to the boss that drops this item; Plantera.
 * This item may be referencing the bands guitarist; "Dimebag Darrell" who favored using a "Flying V Guitar" of similar shape and color.
 * The Axe may also be a reference to a show "Adventure Time" In which a vapmire Marceline has a guitar called "The Axe" and it inherits a similar appearance.
 * The act of using a guitar to smash objects may be also a reference to Jimi Hendrix's infamous "smashed guitar" display, or Pete Townshend's numerous acts of guitar smashing.