Terraria 1.4.5 Weapon Tier List: All New Gear, Whips & Crossover Weapons (2026)

Terraria’s “Bigger & Boulder” 1.4.5 update has completely reshaped combat with over 650 new items, including nine new whips, Dead Cells weapons, and Palworld Pals. Choosing the right weapon isn’t just about raw damage — it’s about synergy, progression, and mobility. This guide ranks all major new weapons, shows where to get them, and explains the best way to integrate them into your class builds.

1. Understanding the New 1.4.5 Arsenal

Whips (Summoner Focus) – Nine new whips smooth out Summoner progression and add crowd control via damage tags.
Dead Cells Weapons – Agile melee, ranged, and utility options that fit multiple classes.
Palworld Pals – Summon or utility companions like Digtoise (mining) and Foxparks (sentry) that assist combat indirectly.
Utility & Mobility Items – Mounts, roller skates, and ranged-support accessories drastically affect boss fight strategies.

Pro Tip: Don’t just chase S-tier numbers — pairing weapons with mobility, buffs, and synergistic accessories defines their real power.

2. Weapon Progression by Game Stage

To maximize efficiency, pursue weapons based on game stage rather than raw tier alone.

Stage	Weapon	Class	How to Get	Notes / Synergy
Early Game	Slime Whip	Summoner	Craft: Gel + basic materials	Applies slime debuff to boost fire damage, early crowd control
	Slime Spear	Melee	Craft: Gel + basic materials	Bouncy melee attacks, versatile in Skyblock & tight spaces
	Acorn Slingshot	Ranged	Craft: Early-game materials	Essential for survival on small islands or scarce biomes
	Cobweb Whip	Summoner	Craft: Loom + Cobwebs	Early whip, complements minion attacks
Mid Game	Star Crash Whip	Summoner	Craft: Meteorite Bars	High damage & crowd control for pre-Hardmode and early bosses
	Dead Cells Sword	Melee	Drop / chest	Fast, agile attack pattern, great for mobile melee builds
	Dead Cells Bow	Ranged	Drop / chest	Special projectile effects; pairs with high-velocity ammo
Late Game / Endgame	Vulgar Display of Flower	Summoner	Plantera drop	Homing petal projectiles, excellent crowd control
	Electric Eel Whip	Summoner	Duke Fishron drop	Great for ocean/arena battles, tags enemies for minion bonus
	Constellation Whip	Summoner	Lunar crafting	Mid-to-late game utility & damage spread
	Possession Whip	Summoner	Moon Lord drop	Top-tier DPS, scales with minions and accessories
	Flint (Dead Cells)	Melee	Drop / chest	Agile sword for hit-and-run combat
	Barrel Launcher (Dead Cells)	Ranged	Drop / chest	Multi-shot with unique projectiles, synergizes with mounts & arena setups

3. Synergy & Mechanics

Some weapons shine because of unique mechanics, not just raw damage:

Weapon	Mechanic	Synergy
Slime Whip	Slime debuff	Boosts fire damage from other weapons; increases minion damage via tagging
Star Crash Whip	High AoE	Excels in meteor biomes & crowd-control scenarios
Electric Eel Whip	Hits multiple targets	Perfect with minion-heavy setups
Dead Cells Sword	Agile rapid attacks	Great with mobility mounts (Velociraptor, Bat) for hit-and-run
Barrel Launcher	Projectile spread	Works with elevated platforms for arena combat

Pro Tip: Use mounts, roller skates, and mobility accessories with fast weapons to maximize uptime on bosses and minimize damage taken.

4. Integrating Palworld Pals in Combat

Palworld Pals are not direct weapons but act as auxiliary tools:

Pal	Type	Function	Best Use
Digtoise	Summon/Utility	Mines blocks automatically	Prepares arenas & collects ores mid-battle
Foxparks	Sentry	Ranged attack turret	Base defense & boss support
Cattiva	Pet/Summon	Cosmetic + minor assist	Fun early-game companion, slightly distracts enemies

Tip: Combine Palworld Pals with Whips or Dead Cells weapons to automate damage or resource collection during boss fights or farming runs.

5. Stage-Based Build Recommendations

Early Game

Summoner: Slime Whip + Cobweb Whip → tag enemies for minion damage
Melee: Slime Spear → high bounce in limited-space areas
Ranged: Acorn Slingshot → versatile ammo, good for Skyblock or small biomes

Mid Game

Summoner: Star Crash Whip → crowd control, meteorite farming
Melee: Dead Cells Sword → agile melee, pairs with Shield of Cthulhu
Ranged: Dead Cells Bow → use with Chlorophyte or high-velocity ammo

Endgame

Summoner: Possession Whip + Electric Eel + minion buffs
Melee: Influx Waver / Flint + mobility mounts
Ranged: Barrel Launcher / Dead Cells Bow + arena platforms for multi-projectile control

6. Tips for Maximizing 1.4.5 Weapons

Buff Always – Use Ironskin, Regeneration, food buffs, and class-specific potions.
Mobility Matters – Wings, roller skates, and mounts are crucial in Hardmode and Moon Lord fights.
Build Combat Arenas – Platforms, heart lanterns, campfires, and Bast Statues improve survivability.
Synergize Whips with Minions – Always “tag” enemies to increase minion damage.
Use Crossovers Wisely – Dead Cells weapons excel in agile melee/ranged combos; Palworld Pals automate repetitive tasks.

7. Honorable Mentions & Fun Gear

Shimmer Gun – Creative utility; useful for unconventional battlefield manipulation
Transformation Mounts – Velociraptor for speed, Bat for vertical mobility
Prospector Armor – Safety while mining; increases survival early-game
Vanity & Decorative Gear – Dead Cells Beheaded vanity set and furniture for immersive base setups

8. Conclusion

Terraria 1.4.5 is the largest combat update in years, and mastering new weapons is about strategy, progression, and synergy — not just DPS numbers. From early Slime Whip combos to Moon Lord’s Possession Whip, Dead Cells weapons, and Palworld Pals, the update gives players more tools than ever to create unique, powerful builds.

Whether you want agile hit-and-run melee, crowd-controlling summoner setups, or arena-dominating ranged builds, the right weapon choices — combined with mobility, buffs, and companions — make all the difference.

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