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 ability to Autoswing; it is often regarded as a weapon, and not a tool, despite being the strongest Axe and Hammer in the game. This item is rarely dropped by the Jungle Hardmode Boss Plantera, having just a 0.5% chance (1/200). The boss itself is also one of the strongest in the game, making it very difficult to obtain.

Tips

 * While Autoswinging, the player will be unable to change direction. This can be alleviated by briefly releasing the attack button to allow the next swing 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 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.
 * May be a reference to the guitar of Marceline from the cartoon Adventure Time.