How to summon and defeat the Stag in Terraria

After taking down the first three bosses in Terraria, you’ll encounter a new challenge: the Stag. This formidable boss comes from a collaboration with Don’t Starve Together. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to effectively defeat this tough opponent.

Summoning the Stag in Terraria

The Stag is a recently added boss and is considered the fourth in the recommended sequence for players. Unlike earlier bosses, this one presents a greater challenge, so it’s important to prepare well and learn its attack patterns.

To summon the Stag, you need to create the Stag Summoning Item. This item is relatively straightforward to craft, and you can also encounter the Stag naturally at midnight during a snowstorm in the snow biome. If you’d rather not wait, here’s what you’ll need to gather for the summoning item:

• 3 Snowflakes
• 5 Cursed or Crimson Ore
• 20 Lenses

Be sure to craft this item at a Cursed or Crimson Altar found underground.

Tips for Defeating the Stag

Once you have the Stag Summoning Item, it’s time to gear up for battle. Creating a spacious arena will give you the mobility to avoid being trapped by the Stag. The arena size can be adjusted according to your preferences, but having enough space to dodge is essential.

The Stag is a quick and aggressive enemy, launching attacks frequently. Depending on how far you are, it will use different attack strategies, including ground slams that create waves of ice that can slow you down. It can also throw projectiles and let out a roar to summon shadowy hands to chase after you.

Effective Strategies

To successfully defeat the Stag, constant movement is key. Utilize the space in your arena, and if you can, equip wings for extra mobility. Ranged weapons are particularly useful because they allow you to inflict damage while keeping your distance, although the Stag’s speed can make this challenging.

While fighting the Stag, remember to stay agile and avoid getting pinned down. If you can keep moving and utilize your weaponry wisely, you’ll significantly increase your chances of victory.

Loot from the Stag

When you defeat the Stag, you’ll receive various rewards, including:

• Stag Mask – 14.29% drop chance
• Stag Trophy – 10% drop chance
• Eye Bone – 33% drop chance
• Rage Eye – 33% drop chance
• Radio Scrap – 33% drop chance
• Pneumatic Horn – 25% drop chance
• Sad Weather Vane – 25% drop chance
• Protector Dog – 25% drop chance
• Lucy the Axe – 25% drop chance

With the right strategy and preparation, taking down the Stag can be an exhilarating experience, leading you to further adventures in the rich world of Terraria.