Guide

The Guide is the first NPC that you encounter, and spawns right away with a new world. He provides tips that are mainly for new players to learn the basics of the game. Additionally, as of version 1.0.5, you can show him an item from your inventory to see all items that can be crafted with it, along with their other requirements.

Unlike other NPCs, he does not need a house, but will move into the first one built. If killed, the guide won't respawn until you make a house for him to inhabit.

The Guide can be killed by monsters, lava, or by the player using the Guide Voodoo Doll, but he will respawn if a vacant house is available.

Updates

 * Prior to version 1.0.3, the guide had a defense rating of 199, negating all damage (except 1 HP from lava), even from long falls.


 * In 1.0.4, it is possible for the guide to damage other NPCs.


 * In 1.0.5, by showing him an item, he will tell you everything you can make with that item, including where you need to craft it (I.E. crafting table, furnace, ect.).
 * Prior to version 1.0.5, the Guide was disliked by some players due to his tendency to open doors and leave them open, which could allow monsters in. To minimize the potential damage in earlier versions, players could make a second level above their own for him to live in as soon as possible. Have his door lead out to a boxed-in area so that he can't let enemies in.

Guide's Tips

 * "You should stay indoors at night. It is very dangerous to be wandering around in the Dark."


 * "You can create worm bait with rotten chunks and vile powder. Make sure you are in a corrupt area before using it."


 * "Demonic altars can usually be found in the Corruption. You will need to be near them to craft some items."


 * "If you combine lenses at a demon altar, you might be able to find a way to summon a powerful monster. You will want to wait until night before using it, though."


 * "Underground are Crystal Hearts that can be used to increase your max life. You will need a hammer to obtain them."


 * "If you gather 10 Fallen Stars, they can be combined to create an item that will increase your magic capacity."


 * "Stars fall all over the world at night. They can be used for all sorts of usefull things. If you see one, be sure to grab it because they disappear after sunrise."


 * "For a Nurse to move in, you might want to increase your maximum life."


 * "If you had a gun, I bet an arms dealer might show up to sell you some ammo!"


 * "You should prove yourself by defeating a strong monster. That will get you the attention of a dryad."


 * "You can make a Grappling Hook from a hook and 3 chains. Skeletons found deep underground usually carry hooks, and chains can be made from iron bars."


 * "If you see a pot, be sure to smash it open. They contain all sorts of useful supplies."


 * "There is treasure hidden all over the world. Some amazing things can be found deep underground!"


 * "Smashing a shadow orb will cause a meteor to fall out of the sky. Shadow orbs can usually be found in the chasms around corrupt areas."


 * "They say there is a person who will tell you how to survive in this land... oh wait. That's me."


 * "You can tell a Blood Moon is out when the sky turns red. There is something about it that causes monsters to swarm."


 * "You can use your pickaxe to dig through dirt, and your axe  to chop down trees . Just place your cursor over the tile and click!"


 * "If you want to survive, you will need to create weapons and shelter . Start by chopping down trees  and gathering wood."


 * "Press ESC to access your crafting menu. When you have enough wood, create a workbench . This will allow you to create more complicated things, as long as you are standing close to it."


 * "You can build a shelter by placing wood  or other blocks in the world. Don't forget to create and place walls."


 * "Once you have a wooden sword, you might try to gather some gel from the slimes. Combine wood and gel to make a torch!"


 * "To interact with backgrounds and placed objects, use a hammer!"


 * "You need an anvil to make most things out of metal bars."


 * "Iron Anvils can be crafted out of iron, or purchased from a Merchant."


 * "There are many different ways you can attract people to move in to our town. They will of course need a home  to live in."


 * "In order for a room to be considered a home, it needs to have a door, chair, table, and a light source. Make sure the house has walls as well."


 * "Two people will not live in the same home. Also, if their home is destroyed, they will look for a new place to live."


 * "If you want a Merchant to move in, you will need to gather plenty of money. 50 silver coins should do the trick!"


 * "Greetings, . Is there something I can help you with?"