User:Spinfx/Guide Dungeon survival

Overview
Surviving the Dungeon depends on how prepared a character is, both in terms of player skill as well as equipment. Like the Underground Jungle, the dungeon is a dangerous biome although the hazards it presents are rather different. For the most part, the environment's dangers are clearly visible rather than hidden - the challenge lies in navigating the labyrinthine narrow tunnels while avoiding enemies and attacks that may pass through foreground blocks. Fall damage is an omnipresent threat, and the abundance of Spikes necessitates paying close attention to where the player moves.

It is also a good idea to set up an outpost just outside the dungeon if prolonged exploration is expected. Death can descend upon the player rather quickly so it is useful to have a spawn point set close to the dungeon entrance to avoid the long journey from the original world spawn point.

When to explore
The dungeon presents two different experiences - defined largely by enemy type - depending on when it is entered. The turning point is the defeat of a boss, Plantera. However, it is common to make the distinction by referring to whether Hardmode has been activated (as Plantera may only be faced in hardmode).

Pre-hardmode exploration
Dungeon Bricks can only be mined with a Nightmare Pickaxe / Deathbringer Pickaxe or better, although if boss fights are avoided a Molten Pickaxe will also do. It is not uncommon for players new to the dungeon to not have a mining tool good enough to dig out dungeon bricks. In this case it is vital that the player has access to any kind of hook.

Post-Plantera exploration
The new set of monsters can overwhelm even players with the latest equipment. By this point the player should have a pickaxe capable of mining dungeon bricks, as well as equipment to mitigate or even negate entirely the threat of fall damage. This allows a more mobile approach to exploring the dungeon, which is necessary considering the tougher monsters.

Preparation and equipment
Aside from common sense tips such as wearing the best armor available and using potions as necessary, there are several items that can be very useful to have while in the dungeon.

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