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How To Spawn Every NPC In Terraria. In Terraria, players are never on their own because there are so many NPCs available to help them out. Players in Terraria must endure a protracted. And punishing journey to purge globe of evil forces that disturb the natural order.

Players will need to conquer seemingly insurmountable hurdles and kill divine beings in order to escape this predicament. The burden of obligation placed on players is onerous and negative. Which is difficult for those who must handle it alone. However, since they have a variety of allies that will support them on their adventure, gamers are never alone.

NPCs, or non-player characters, are diverse people that appear frequently in Terraria. As long as they have a place to live, NPCs will assist players through whatever difficulties they may encounter. Numerous NPCs with unique personalities, preferences, and goals that help players featured in the game. Since NPCs a significant aspect of the game, gamers should fully informed about them. So here is every NPC in Terraria, along with instructions on how to create them.

Housing & Contentment

NPCs have different spawn requirements, although the majority require housing. Even NPCs that naturally spawn, like the Guide, will need a House in order to resurrect if they die. As a result, players must make sure they have enough acceptable Houses for both existing and future NPCs.

For a House to deemed appropriate, it must meet a number of standards, including at least 60 tiles in size. And including a roof, floor, walls, backdrop walls, light sources, flat-surface furniture, and comfort furniture. In addition, if a House is located in or near the corrupt or crimson biomes. It will not be able to survive.

Happiness, which measures how content or unhappy an NPC is in relation to their environment. Is a crucial factor for the majority of NPCs. Every NPC has preferences for biomes and neighbors, which have a significant impact on their disposition. And attitude toward players as well as the advantages and services they offer.

The level of happiness of NPCs can change their service prices and, if they sell goods, their inventories. An NPC’s prices and supply options increase as their happiness increases. In contrast, the more dissatisfied an NPC is, the more expensive and limited their supply is.

The Manual

The Guide is frequently the first NPC a player may encounter in the real world. He is a fairly unremarkable man who has an odd interest in the affairs of the globe. The Guide includes crafting instructions for each item the player encounters as long as it is a material. And offers a variety of advice for moving through the game. He is a crucial NPC from the start of the game onward, especially for Terraria newcomers.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Guide always offers useful advice and crafting recipes. His origins and unusual connections to this world remain a mystery.
Purpose	Provides tips and a general guide on how to acquire other NPCs and provides recipes that include an item that is shown to him.
Spawn Requirements	Always already present when starting a new world.
Weapon	Wooden Bow with Wooden Arrows, Flaming Arrows (Hardmode)
Favorite Biomes	Forest
Favorite Neighbors	The Clothier, The Princess, The Zoologist

The Merchant

In most cases, as players advance through the game, they come across the Merchant as their second NPC. He is an older, greedy man who just worries about making money. The Merchant is very than happy to purchase precious objects from players. In addition to selling variety of basic tools and supplies. As players constantly require tools and supplies, he will be a crucial character in pre-Hardmode. But he also serves a significant purpose in Hardmode.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Merchant acts as a simple general store of sorts, providing useful starter tools and supplies needed for exploration.
Purpose	Sells basic tools and supplies.
Spawn Requirements	All players combined have more than 50 Silver Coins in their inventories.
Weapon	Throwing Knives
Favorite Biomes	Forest
Favorite Neighbors	The Golfer, The Nurse, The Princess

The Nurse

One of the first non-player characters (NPCs) that players will encounter in the game is the Nurse. She is a snarky but effective woman who, occasionally reluctantly, provides medical treatment to everyone. In exchange for a fee based on the severity of a player’s ailments and conditions. The nurse will heal players and remove any debuffs. She remains a helpful character throughout the entire game, despite being a little intimidating, rude, and plain cruel.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Nurse’s snarky attitude and poor bedside manner may be scary, but for a price, she will cure all that ails a wounded Terrarian.
Purpose	Heals players and cancels debuffs in exchange for coins.
Spawn Requirements	A player has more than 100 health and the Merchant is present.
Weapon	Syringes
Favorite Biomes	The Hallow
Favorite Neighbors	The Princess, The Wizard

The Demolitionist

One of the first NPCs to accompany players and help them on their adventure is the Demolitionist. He is a noisy dwarf that like explosives and has an explosive attitude. The Demolitionist is open to buying players’ possessions and sells them a variety of explosives. Players will always need explosives, whether to clear terrain or hurt foes. Regardless of how far along their adventure they are.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Tread carefully around this dwarf. The Demolitionist is an explosive fanatic and sells dangerous things that go ‘Boom!
Purpose	Sells explosives.
Spawn Requirements	A player has an explosive in their inventory and the Merchant is present.
Weapon	Grenades
Favorite Biomes	Underground, Cavern, The Underworld
Favorite Neighbors	The Mechanic, The Princess, The Tavernkeep

The Dye Trader

Players will first come across the Dye Trader at the beginning of their trip. He is an imaginative man, as colorful in personality and behavior as his attire. The Dye Trader offers his own collection and a machine for making dyes for sale. But he will also trade Strange Plants for rarer colorants. He will always relevant to players wishing to upgrade their plain clothing. Because cosmetics are a positive feature of Terraria.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Eccentric and rather snobby to a fault, the Dye Trader has expensive tastes. He is passionate about the materials used in the dyes he sells.
Purpose	Sells the Dye Vat crafting station alongside other dye-related items and provides rare dyes in exchange for Strange Plants.
Spawn Requirements	A player has a dye-related item or any item used to craft dye in their inventory, at least four other Town NPCs are in the world, and one of the four pre-Hardmode bosses has been defeated.
Weapon	Exotic Scimitar
Favorite Biomes	Desert
Favorite Neighbors	The Arms Dealer, The Painter, The Princess

The Angler

Players will run into The Angler immediately after setting out on their journey. He a rebellious young guy who well informed about fish and fishing. The Angler requests that players bring him rare fish, rewarding them if they do so. He becomes an NPC that players rely on for precious treasure during their trip. Because the prizes increase in value with each request that grant.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Angler, a rude fishing genius, sends others to find weird, rare fish. He rewards random items, entertained by any misfortunes
Purpose	Gives fishing quests and rewards players for completing them.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in an Ocean biome.
Weapon	Frost Daggerfish
Favorite Biomes	Ocean
Favorite Neighbors	The Demolitionist, The Party Girl, The Princess, The Tax Collector

The Zoologist

The Zoologist is one of the numerous NPCs the players may encounter early on their protracted adventure. She is a laid-back werefox who enjoys animals and is remarkably ignorant of the negative implications of her lycanthropy. The Zoologist sells accessories, mounts, pets, vanity items, and other products—the majority of which have some connection to animals. Players will spend their whole voyage completing the Bestiary, which she uses to expand her enormous inventory.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Zoologist, resident lycanthrope, adores animals. Her fox-like biology resulted from a cursed animal bite.
Purpose	Sells vanity, mount, pet, and critter-themed items.
Spawn Requirements	At least 10% of the Bestiary (53 entries) has been filled.
Weapon	Claws
Favorite Biomes	Forest
Favorite Neighbors	The Golfer, The Princess

The Dryad

The Dryad plays a crucial role and is one of the most important NPCs in the early game and beyond. She is a noble and knowledgeable woman who is the last of her kind—a long-extinct race. The Dryad sells products associated with nature. And keeps an eye on the world’s purity, frequently directing players to purge it of evil. She will be essential to the gameplay, supporting players in the difficult task of ridding the globe of evil forces.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Dryad is the last of her kind. She is connected with nature and can analyze its purity worldwide. She sells seeds, too!
Purpose	Sells nature-related items, and can report the percentage of Corruption, Crimson, and Hallow in the world.
Spawn Requirements	Any pre-Hardmode boss — excluding King Slime — has been defeated.
Weapon	Dryad’s Blessing
Favorite Biomes	Jungle
Favorite Neighbors	The Princess, The Truffle, The Witch Doctor

The Painter

Soon after starting their protracted adventure, players will encounter an NPC named The Painter. He is a creative and artistic man who connects practically everything to his line of work. The Painter offers an almost limitless selection of paint, painting supplies, paintings, and wallpapers, all of which showcase exceptional inventiveness. Without him and his love of the arts. Terraria universe would a lot more dull and colorless, lacking in diversity and individuality.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Painter can talk about all the different shades of colors with which one can paint the walls. He’ll sell but a handful of them!
Purpose	Sells paint, painting tools, paintings, and wallpapers.
Spawn Requirements	At least eight other Town NPCs are in the world.
Weapon	Paintball Gun
Favorite Biomes	Jungle
Favorite Neighbors	The Party Girl, The Princess

The Golfer

Players will eventually run upon The Golfer while exploring the world early on. He’s a smart, middle-aged man who enjoys playing and instructing golf. The Golfer will offer trophies, banners, and other prizes. To players with stellar golf scores in addition to selling golf-related things like clubs and balls. Although not a fundamental NPC in the traditional sense, he offers players another avenue for unrestricted enjoyment.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Golfer is a wise, middle-aged man who sells all sorts of golfing equipment. He’s got game and knows how to score.
Purpose	Sells Golf Clubs, Balls, and other golfing items.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in the Underground Desert.
Weapon	Golf Balls
Favorite Biomes	Forest
Favorite Neighbors	The Painter, The Princess, The Zoologist

The Arms Dealer

An NPC named The Arms Dealer will show up rather early on in a player’s trip. He is a brutal and blunt individual who is constantly looking for an occasion to use his weapons. The arms dealer sells weapons, ammo, and accessories for weapons that he has personally examined and approved. He a notable NPC that players will rely on heavily because firearms. And the like are essential to ranged builds and anyone who needs a long-reaching weapon.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Arms Dealer has everything anyone could need to shoot things dead, from little round bullets to guns made from sharks.
Purpose	Sells guns, ammunition, and gun-related materials.
Spawn Requirements	A player has bullets or a gun that shoots bullets in their inventory.
Weapon	Flintlock Pistol, Minishark (Hardmode)
Favorite Biomes	Desert
Favorite Neighbors	The Nurse, The Princess, The Steampunker

The Tavernkeep

Players can encounter the Tavernkeep as they advance in the game. He is a strong and noisy man who spends his time tending bars. And recruiting valiant fighters to oppose the army of the Old One. He accepts both Defender Medals and the standard form of payment. When selling equipment for calling in and repelling the Old One’s Army. If they help him, players can gain a variety of tools and equipment to aid them in their trip.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Tavern Keep once managed a bar in another universe. He’s here to help stop the Old One’s Army from conquering this world.
Purpose	Sells items that summon and help with fighting the Old One’s Army, most of them only in exchange for Defender Medals.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in any layer of the world after the Eater of Worlds or Brain of Cthulhu has been defeated.
Weapon	Ale
Favorite Biomes	The Hallow
Favorite Neighbors	The Goblin Tinkerer, The Princess

The Stylist

Players can come across The Stylist when they delve into the world’s caverns and caves. She is a lively, stylish woman with a talent for hair cutting and style. The Stylist can alter the player’s hairstyle for a fee determined by the haircut and color and sells hair dyes. As they advance in the game and alter their look for whatever reason, players will continuously need her services.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Stylist loves style, gossip, and hair. Aside from performing a miracle makeover, she sells some hair product as well.
Purpose	Sells Hair Dyes and can change the player’s hairstyle.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in a Spider Cave.
Weapon	Stylish Scissors
Favorite Biomes	Ocean
Favorite Neighbors	The Pirate, The Princess

The Goblin Tinkerer

Players run into the Goblin Tinkerer as they make their way toward purging the realm of evil. He is a calm and creative goblin who would rather play with his gadgets than do anything else for entertainment. The Goblin Tinkerer can reforge items and sells numerous goods designed for constructing or tinkering. For players hoping to successfully navigate Terraria’s many obstacles, his inventory and the services he provides are crucial.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Exiled from the rest of goblinkind for being an intelligent pacifist, the Tinkerer sells tools for combining accessories into stronger versions.
Purpose	Sells items such as the Tinkerer’s Workshop, and can reforge items.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in the Cavern layer, after a Goblin Invasion has been defeated.
Weapon	Spiky Balls
Favorite Biomes	Underground, Cavern, The Underworld
Favorite Neighbors	The Dye Trader, The Mechanic, The Princess

The Witch Doctor

Players are likely to run into the Witch Doctor later on in their adventure. He is a mysterious, mystical Lihzahrd who fled his home to prosper in the jungle. Players can gain numerous advantages from the strange voodoo artifacts that The Witch Doctor sells. Although taboo and unusual, his wide range of goods can aid all players in their travels. But more so if they rely on conjuring minions to carry out their orders.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	It’s unusual for a Lihzahrd to be outside the Temple. Even more unusual are the voodoo things he sells. He prefers his jungle digs.
Purpose	Sells items such as the Blowgun, chiefly summoning items.
Spawn Requirements	The Queen Bee has been defeated.
Weapon	Blowgun
Favorite Biomes	Jungle
Favorite Neighbors	The Dryad, The Guide, The Princess

The Clothier

An NPC named The Clothier typically joins players in the latter portions of their pre-Hardmode trip. He sounds a lot like another NPC, an odd yet fashionable elderly man who formerly cursed. The Clothier offers players a wide range of clothing and accessories. Such as complimentary clothing, by selling vanity goods in a variety of designs and manufactures. Players will constantly turn to him for the newest and sexiest attire to spice up their appearance.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Once trapped under a curse, the Clothier is the master of thread. If it’s fashion that’s desired, he’s the man! He talks in a familiar way.
Purpose	Sells vanity items and vanity-related materials.
Spawn Requirements	Skeletron has been defeated.
Weapon	Book of Skulls
Favorite Biomes	Underground, Cavern, The Underworld
Favorite Neighbors	The Princess, The Tax Collector, The Truffle

The Mechanic

As they explore the world and advance, players may come across The Mechanic. She is a talented and resourceful woman who constantly seeks to create things, regardless of whether they are necessary. The Mechanic offers tools and supplies for mechanisms, including Wires and Wrenches. She a priceless NPC for those willing to put in the time. And effort because machines may help make mundane tasks like traveling easier for players.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Mechanic was imprisoned for her aptitude in engineering. She sells wiring and tools for putting together anything imaginable.
Purpose	Sells mechanism-related tools and items.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in the Dungeon.
Weapon	Combat Wrench
Favorite Biomes	Snow Biome
Favorite Neighbors	The Cyborg, The Princess

Party Girl

As players explore and advance through the game, the Party Girl, an NPC, eventually shows up. She is a joyous and jovial girl who constantly wants to have a good time, even in awkward situations. The Party Girl hosts parties for other NPCs at arbitrary times and offers novelty things linked to parties. She does not fulfill typically useful goals. But instead provides players with everything they require to let loose and enjoy themselves without restraint.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Positive beyond comprehension, the Party Girl will use any excuse to celebrate. She sells party favors and flashy things.
Purpose	Sells party-related novelty items and throws Parties.
Spawn Requirements	0.025% chance of spawning after at least fourteen other Town NPCs are in the world.
Weapon	Happy Grenades
Favorite Biomes	The Hallow
Favorite Neighbors	The Princess, The Stylist, The Wizard, The Zoologist

The Wizard

When a player initially unlocks Terraria’s Hardmode, they frequently first run into the Wizard. He is an older man who experiments with the occult without regard for safety. He is intelligent but unaware. Those with an aptitude for the arcane can profit from. Or make use of the magic-related items that the Wizard sells. He is a crucial character for players that want to use magic on their adventure. As opposed to the common in-game weapons, like legendary swords.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Wizard is an absent-minded, demented old man who dabbles in the arcane arts. He sells magical trinkets to train new apprentices.
Purpose	Sells magic-related items.
Spawn Requirements	Found and spoken to in the Cavern layer.
Weapon	Flower of Fire
Favorite Biomes	The Hallow
Favorite Neighbors	The Golfer, The Merchant, The Princess, The Witch Doctor

The Tax Collector

As they advance through Hardmode, players will come across the Tax Collector early on. He is an old and stingy man who just cares about money, regardless of the consequences of his selfishness. Other Town NPCs pay property taxes to the Tax Collector, which players can then pay. Players must have money in order to purchase expensive stuff from vendors. Who are many in Hardmode, whether the items are useful or not.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	This grumpy Tax Collector has literally been to hell and back. Greedy to a fault, he’s truly only concerned with money.
Purpose	Collects property taxes from other NPCs. Earns a total consistent with his Happiness, per NPC present, collectible by the player.
Spawn Requirements	A Tortured Soul is transformed with Purification Powder in the Underworld.
Weapon	Classy Cane
Favorite Biomes	Snow Biome
Favorite Neighbors	The Merchant, The Party Girl, The Princess

It’s A Truffle

Players may encounter The Truffle at any time in Hardmode if they so choose. Although he has good reasons for his mistrust of others, he is a nervous and pessimistic Truffle person. Tools and other goods with a mushroom theme. That are sold by The Truffle far more potent than they initially appear. He has numerous helpful items and weapons in his inventory. That are necessary for completing Hardmode and reaching the difficult ending.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Harnessing the hidden power of the glowing mushroom, the Truffle forges weapons and tools exclusively in his mushroom home.
Purpose	Sells mushroom-themed tools and items.
Spawn Requirements	A House is available in an above-ground Glowing Mushroom biome during Hardmode.
Weapon	Mushroom Spores
Favorite Biomes	Glowing Mushroom Fields
Favorite Neighbors	The Dryad, The Guide, The Princess

The Pirate

Players may come across The Pirate early on in their Terraria journey. He is a boisterous and very blunt pirate commander who attempts to outwit rivals by engaging in combat with players. The Pirate offers pirate-themed equipment and supplies that can provide players a crucial advantage against Hardmode’s foes. He provides players with everything they need in a realistic. And indisputably entertaining way so they can live out their fantasy of becoming a pirate.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Ahoy! The only good Pirate Captain is…one that sells cannons and weapons to take out all competing Pirate Captains!
Purpose	Sells pirate-themed tools and items.
Spawn Requirements	A Pirate Invasion has been defeated.
Weapon	Pirate Cannon
Favorite Biomes	Ocean
Favorite Neighbors	The Angler, The Princess, The Tavernkeep

A Steampunker

As they go toward the endgame, players will come upon an NPC named the Steampunker. She is a creative lady with a distinctive accent who has a penchant for gadgets. And technology that runs on steam. The Steampunker offers equipment and accessories with steampunk themes that have special benefits. Her inventory is overflowing with remarkably potent items that will greatly help players complete the game.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Steampunker has a particular taste for steam-fueled machinery and gadgets. She sells her gizmos with an endearing accent.
Purpose	Sells steampunk-themed tools and items.
Spawn Requirements	A mechanical boss has been defeated.
Weapon	Clockwork Assault Rifle
Favorite Biomes	Desert
Favorite Neighbors	The Cyborg, The Painter, The Princess

The Cyborg

The Cyborg is an NPC that the player will encounter later in the game. He is a biomechanical man who appreciates technology and awful puns and is analytical and pragmatic. The Cyborg offers high-tech equipment and supplies that provide customers a competitive edge over Hardmode’s lethal bosses. The cutting-edge technologies he offers are too good to pass up, particularly if players want to go to the endgame.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	The Cyborg was built with the combined efforts of the Mechanic and the Steampunker to aid in rocket science and world defense.
Purpose	Sells high-tech tools and items.
Spawn Requirements	Plantera has been defeated.
Weapon	Rockets
Favorite Biomes	Tundra
Favorite Neighbors	The Pirate, The Princess, The Steampunker, The Stylist

Santa Claus

Santa Claus is a non-player character (NPC) who appears in front of players during the holiday season. He is a chubby, happy older man who rewards good behavior with gifts and punishes bad behavior with coal. For players to spread cheer and get into the holiday mood. Santa Claus sells vanity goods and decorations with a Christmas theme. The Christmas spirit will touch players when he comes, bringing them joy, amazement, and generosity. He may only visit once a year.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Only present during a specific time of year, Santa Claus makes a big entrance and an even bigger, rather explosive exit. Ho! Ho! Ho!
Purpose	Sells Christmas-themed decorations and vanity items.
Spawn Requirements	The Frost Legion has been defeated and it is Christmas.
Weapon	Baubles
Favorite Biomes	Tundra
Favorite Neighbors	The Princess

The Princess

As the ending draws near, the Princess is frequently the final NPC the player will meet on their trip. She is a positive, compassionate person who is modest around others but assured in all of her abilities. It makes for some amazing sights when The Princess sells a variety of wacky and eye-catching accessories and vanity products. She is the thread that holds all of Terraria’s inhabitants together. Because she compassionate toward everyone, despite their differences and worldviews.

World State	Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Shy and innocent, this happy young lady sees the positive in everything, and everybody. She appreciates all of her subjects, from all walks of life.
Purpose	Sells decorations and vanity items.
Spawn Requirements	All other Town NPCs are in the world — except for Town Pets and Santa Claus.
Weapon	Resonance Scepter
Favorite Biomes	Any
Favorite Neighbors	Everyone

The Town Cat

One of the few Town Pet NPCs that players can adopt early on in their quest is the Town Cat. Siamese, Black, Orange Tabby, Russian Blue, Silver, or White are the six breeds that can make up this pet. Although the Town Cat has no effect on anything. Having a cuddly friend is a good enough excuse to adopt it and provide it with a loving home.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town Pet
Description	Lazy, devious, might bring presents. Presents might have once been breathing.
Purpose	Sleep, eat, and receive pets.
Spawn Requirements	Purchased a Cat License from the Zoologist, which is available from the beginning of the game.
Weapon	N/A
Favorite Biomes	N/A
Favorite Neighbors	N/A

The City Dog

The Town Dog Town Pet NPC that appeals to people who want second pet or favor dogs over cats. The Labrador, Pitbull, Beagle, Corgi, Dalmatian, and Husky are the six breeds that can make up this pet. The Town Dog is a devoted and trustworthy friend. Which is a more than sufficient justification for adopting and providing it with a home.

The Town Rabbit

For gamers that prefer something smaller and cuddlier than a cat or dog. There is the Town Bunny Town Pet NPC. There are six breeds that can make up this pet: White, Angora, Dutch, Flemish, Lop, and Silver. The Town Bunny is an adorable addition to any home. That will make everything cozier, despite the fact that it serves no real practical purpose.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Town NPC
Description	Guaranteed to keep the vegetable supplies in check. Might possibly become a hat.
Purpose	Nibble, cuddle, and hop around.
Spawn Requirements	Purchased a Bunny License from the Zoologist, which is available once at least 45% of the Bestiary (236 entries) has been filled.
Weapon	N/A
Favorite Biomes	N/A
Favorite Neighbors	N/A

The Traveling Merchant

Players will first encounter The Traveling Merchant early in their adventures. He or she is a Special NPC. He has traveled to and from far locations and is an intrepid and enterprising individual. The Traveling Merchant offers a haphazard assortment of rare, hard-to-find equipment and supplies. He is obviously a useful NPC to have around, but unlike a typical Town NPC. He won’t dwell in a House and won’t stay out late.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Unique NPC
Description	The flamboyantly-dressed Traveling Merchant travels far and wide to bring unique, cultural wares from time to time.
Purpose	Sells a random selection of unique tools and items each day.
Spawn Requirements	22.12% chance of spawning after two other Town NPCs are in the world.
Weapon	Revolver, Pulse Bow (Hardmode)
Favorite Biomes	N/A
Favorite Neighbors	N/A

The Old Man

To advance in the game and enter Hardmode, you must interact with The Old Man, a Special NPC. He is a shadowy, menacing elderly man that strikingly resembles a certain Town NPC. The Old Man’s sole function is to call forth Skeletron. A skeletal boss who guards the entrance to the maze-like Dungeon. He unable to reside in a House; instead, he does so in the Dungeon. Where he will remain until he released from his curse and has restored to somewhat normality.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Unique NPC
Description	This hapless Old Man carries the burden of a heavy curse. It’s said at night he transforms into a horrific demon which guards the Dungeon.
Purpose	Found at the entrance to the Dungeon. Summons Skeletron when spoken to, but only at night. Once Skeletron is defeated, the Old Man moves into town as the Clothier.
Spawn Requirements	Always already present when starting a new world.
Weapon	N/A
Favorite Biomes	N/A
Favorite Neighbors	N/A

The Skeleton Merchant

When exploring the world, players may come across The Skeleton Merchant, a Special NPC. He is a peculiar and opportunistic skeleton boy who deviates from the hedonistic impulses of other members of his species. Many of the tools and things available from The Skeleton Merchant associated with yo-yos and spelunking. He unable to live in house. Because he only explores extensive underground cave networks in search of valuables.

World State	Pre-Hardmode
NPC Type	Unique NPC
Description	Most skeletons are out for blood, but not the Skeleton Merchant. He just wants to sell supplies, such as rare torches and yo-yo gear.
Purpose	Sells tools and items for yo-yos and spelunking.
Spawn Requirements	Rarely found in the Caverns.
Weapon	Bones
Favorite Biomes	N/A
Favorite Neighbors	N/A

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