Do Statue Mobs Drop Loot?
In Terraria, statues can spawn enemies, items, and other interesting things, but what about loot? Can statue mobs drop loot at all? This article will answer these questions and more, providing insight into the mechanics of statue mobs in Terraria.
Most Statue-Made Enemies Don’t Drop Loot
To answer the question, "Do statue mobs drop loot?", let’s first consider most statue-made enemies. According to mobile version lore, most statue-spawned enemies will only drop loot if the player has dealt damage to them. In other words, if you don’t participate in combat or don’t damage them, these enemies won’t drop any loot at all.
Exemptions: Enemies Spawned by Chest Statue and King Slime Minions
There are two exceptions to this rule. Enemies spawned by the Chest Statue do not drop anything, regardless of whether you participated in combat or not. On the other hand, the minions of King Slime and Queen Slime, which can also be summoned using statues, may drop souls if in an appropriate biome. Note that these exceptions don’t guarantee loot drops, though.
Enchanted Pillars
Another interesting scenario is Enchanted Pillars, which are spawned by statues when a wrench is used on it. These pillars are guaranteed to drop loot regardless of whether you damage them or not. The loot items are completely random, with a few exceptions, as shown below in the table.
Common Loot Drop Items from Enchanted Pillars
| Item | Chance (%) |
|---|---|
| Hearts | 4% |
| Gold Coin | 12% |
| Pearl | 8% |
| Obsidian Gem | 10% |
| Emerald | 6% |
Tips for Setting Up an Enchanted Pillar
Setting up an Enchanted Pillar can be a great way to farm certain items. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
- Connect the statue to a Pressure Plate or lever to continuously spawn enemies or items.
- Place the Enchanted Pillar near the statue and an exit or a safe space to avoid loss of loot or your character’s life.
- Wrenches are required for construction, and materials can be found in abandoned mineshafts or crafted in the game.
Conclusion
To summarize, while most statue-made enemies do not drop loot unless you participate in combat, there are a few exceptions. Chest Statues always fail to drop loot, while King Slime minions may drop souls in a specific biome. Enchanted Pillars, on the other hand, are guaranteed to drop loot with a randomized chance. By using statues wisely and following the tips in this article, you can increase your loot drops and gain an edge in the world of Terraria.
Additional Tips for Statue-Based Farming
Some additional tips to keep in mind:
- Fisherman NPC (available post-Angler) sells fishing-related items.
- Pigron Statues can be used to easily unlock Bestiary variants without creating required biomes.
- Pigron Statue drops are influenced by drop tables and rarity scales.
Now that you know how statue mobs drop loot (or not), it’s up to you to craft your strategy and set up a statue-based farm of your own. Good luck, and happy hunting!