Guide

The Guide is the first NPC a player encounters. He spawns near the player when the world is created. He provides tips mainly aimed at new players and displays all crafting recipes (including the crafting station required) an item shown to him is used in.

Unlike most other NPCs, the Guide spawns upon world creation, before a house is available. He will, however, move into the first house built. If he is killed, a proper house will need to be built before he can respawn.

On the versions, the Guide will defend himself against nearby enemies using a Wooden Bow and arrow, firing Wooden Arrows initially and then upgrading to Flaming Arrows in Hardmode.

The Guide's advice
Some quotes may vary depending on what version of Terraria is being played.

If there is no tool in the player's inventory:



If there is no tool, no ore , and no bar in the player's inventory:



If there is no tool, at least one ore , and no bar in the player's inventory:



If there is no tool, and at least one bar in the player's inventory:



At all times:


 * "When the moon goes red, the water becomes like blood. Creatures submerged within may become grotesque and malicious."

If the player doesn't have more than 100 maximum health:



If the player has 0 maximum mana:



If the player has 0 maximum mana and no Fallen Stars in their inventory:


 * "" [sic]

If neither Merchant nor Nurse are present:



If the Merchant is not present:



If the Nurse is not present:



If the Stylist is not present:


 * "I once met a stylist in this region. She went off adventuring underground and that was the last I saw of her. Wonder what became of her?"

If the Arms Dealer is not present:



If the Dryad is not present:



If the Mechanic is not present and Skeletron has been defeated:



If the Clothier is not present and Skeletron has been defeated:



 If the Demolitionist is not present:



 If the Golfer is not present: 
 * ”They say sand is terrible for golfing. No self-respecting golfer would ever be caught in a desert... right?”

If the Witch Doctor is not present:


 * "I hear a race of lizardmen live in the jungle. Maybe you can get the attention of one by felling a giant beast of the jungle!"

If the Goblin Tinkerer is not present and the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu has been defeated:



If there is at least one Lens in the player's inventory:



If there is at least one Rotten Chunk, Worm Food, or Vertebrae in the player's inventory:



If there is at least one Lens, Rotten Chunk, Worm Food, or Vertebrae in the player's inventory:



If there is no Grappling Hook in the player's inventory, the world is in pre-Hardmode, and neither the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu nor Skeletron has been defeated:



If neither the Eye of Cthulhu nor the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu has been defeated:



If the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu has not been defeated:



If the Eye of Cthulhu has not been defeated and the player has less than 200 maximum health:



If the Eye of Cthulhu has not been defeated and the player has at maximum 10 defense:



If the Eye of Cthulhu has not been defeated and the player has at least 200 maximum health and more than 10 defense:



If at least one boss has been defeated:


 * "Have you ever seen beautiful lanterns floating across the night sky? The people of this world celebrate your victories, wishing you good fortune."

If the Eye of Cthulhu has been defeated, the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu has not been defeated, and the player has less than 300 health:



If the Eye of Cthulhu has been defeated, the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu has not been defeated, and the player at least 300 health:



If the Eye of Cthulhu and the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu have been defeated, but Skeletron has not been defeated:



If the Eye of Cthulhu, the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu, and Skeletron have been defeated, the world is in pre-Hardmode, and the player has less than 400 maximum health:



If the Eye of Cthulhu, the Eater of Worlds/Brain of Cthulhu, and Skeletron have been defeated, the world is in pre-Hardmode, and the player has at least 400 maximum health:



If the world is in Hardmode:


 * "I've heard reports of a very strange worm in the underground mushroom fields. I wonder if it would be any good as bait?"
 * "I've heard reports of a very strange worm in the underground mushroom fields. I wonder if it would be any good as bait?"
 * "I've heard reports of a very strange worm in the underground mushroom fields. I wonder if it would be any good as bait?"
 * "I've heard reports of a very strange worm in the underground mushroom fields. I wonder if it would be any good as bait?"

If the Pirate is not present and the world is in Hardmode:


 * There have been some pirates sighted around lately. If we befriend one, you think he might show us where he buried his treasure?"

If the Wizard is not present and the world is in Hardmode:



If the Truffle is not present and the world is in Hardmode:


 * I've heard of glowing mushrooms growing big enough on the surface to gain sentience. Wonder if there's any truth to that."

If the Steampunker is not present and the world is in Hardmode:


 * "I hear there’s a woman out there well-versed in fighting back the forces you just unleashed. Maybe if you prove yourself, you can get her attention."

If a Mechanical boss has been defeated:


 * "On rare occasions, the moon will blot out the sun, bringing out lots of scary monsters!"

If Plantera has been defeated:


 * "Ancient prophecies speak of a way to summon the monstrous hordes of Halloween through medallions crafted with pumpkins."
 * "Legends tell of a cursed gift that can turn the most festive of nights into an invasion of horrors!"

If Cyborg has not moved in after the mechanical bosses have been defeated:


 * "Machines aren't so bad. Maybe we can build one of our own, if we can just get some explosive weaponry from the jungle..."

If Golem has been defeated:


 * "I saw some flashing lights, high up in the sky and far away. The truth is out there, I'm telling you."

If the Lunar Events are active:


 * "Where the heck did those Pillars come from!? You should clear out some of the monsters around them!"

Needs verification:


 * "Hang up any banners you earn from defeating foes, as they will help you in future combat with that creature."
 * "It's pretty cold in the snow biome, but there are some unique treasures there as well. I'd check it out!"
 * "There are antlion tunnels deep beneath the desert, full of rare fossils and many hazards!"
 * "If you find a marble biome, be careful! They say that these locations are inhabited by some very dangerous creatures!"
 * "In granite biomes, the very stone itself is a threat, frequently coming to life and attacking intruders!"
 * "While you explore the underground, you may occasionally encounter helpful fairies. If you follow them, maybe they will lead you to treasure!"
 * "Try to gather some obsidian, formed when water and lava meet. It can be used to protect against intense heat."
 * "A lot of people have moved in lately, haven't they? If it gets much more busy around here, a party girl will surely move in!"
 * "If 's wares don't interest you, a wandering merchant often visits with exotic merchandise you might prefer."
 * "Not all of the undead monsters are hostile. I hear one even sells merchandise deep underground."
 * "If you thought rainy days were a drag, wait till you see it raining slime!"
 * "If you place an empty bottle on a table, you can use it to craft all sorts of neat potions!"
 * "I think I saw a treasure map floating around in the ocean once, but a shark ate it. Maybe you should go try and find one?"
 * "Run into any rare fruit growing in the jungle lately? If you eat it, It will increase your max life!"

Names
The guide may have any of the following names:

Interaction quotes
In addition to tips, the Guide also has various quotes:

At night:

During Rain:

During a :

During a :

During a Blood Moon:

During a :

During a :

During a Solar Eclipse:

During a :

If the is present:

If the Wall of Flesh has been defeated:

If the is present, in Hardmode:

When in a biome:

Happiness quotes
When homeless:
 * "I'm quite used to not having a home, but I wouldn't mind one."

When far from home:
 * "I'm far from my home, it seems."

When in a Forest:
 * "I'm quite fond of wandering through the Forest. I like it here."

When in an Ocean:
 * “I don't really like the Ocean. There's little to accomplish.”

When in an Evil Biome or the Dungeon:


 * "I hate the Crimson/Corruption/Dungeon, the terrors here can tear a person apart in moments."

When in a sparse area:
 * "Getting this place to myself... I greatly appreciate it."

When overcrowded:
 * “I'm a free spirit. I dislike so many people close to me.“
 * “I hate overcrowding. I prefer the open world!”

When near the Clothier:
 * “I'm quite fond of  the Clothier, we have a lot in common.”

When near the Zoologist:
 * “I'm quite fond of  the Zoologist, we have a lot in common.”

When near the Steampunker:
 * “ the Steampunker rubs me the wrong way. Maybe it's the weird clothing?”

When near the Painter:
 * “I hate that  the Painter is around. The world is fine the way it is made!“

When Happiness is neutral:


 * “I'm feeling quite alright.“

Trivia

 * One of the Guide's names is Andrew, named for Andrew Spinks (aka Redigit), the lead developer of Terraria. The Green Cap is dropped if a Guide with that name ( or any name) is killed.
 * Terraria's lead developer, Redigit, said during an AMA on Reddit that he created the Guide Voodoo Doll so players could get revenge on him for always opening the door.
 * The Guide is depicted in two paintings, "Guide Picasso" and "The Creation of the Guide".
 * In the, the Guide mentions the St. Patrick's Day event, even though it is not implemented there.
 * The lead developer of Terraria, Redigit, has confirmed that the Guide is the Wall of Flesh on the official Terraria Discord.
 * According to Redigit, the ninja inside King Slime is the Guide's brother.
 * The guide says that he shares much in common with the Zoologist and the Clothier. This may be referring to the fact that they are all cursed with some sort of transformation that is out of their control.
 * According to the Bestiary, the Guide is said to be the "Chosen One".
 * Killing the guide with lava when in the underworld will spawn the Wall of Flesh.
 * According to the Witch Doctor, the Guide is a kindred spirit of nature.
 * According to the Witch Doctor, the Guide is a kindred spirit of nature.