Legacy:Flamethrower

Old-gen console versionNintendo 3DS version
This is the Legacy page whose information relates to the article Flamethrower.
It applies only to the Old-gen console and 3DS versions of Terraria, detailing their differences from modern versions.
Flamethrower
  • Flamethrower item sprite
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The Flamethrower attacking Target Dummies. Note the flames' straight line-like shape, and the damage decreasing with each enemy pierced.

On the Old-gen console version Old-gen console version and Nintendo 3DSNintendo 3DS version version, the flamethrower's bursts are straight lines of fire particles, which travel out from the weapon to a short distance ahead of the player before stopping, lingering briefly. The fire inflicts the On Fire! debuff for 20 seconds, and can pierce through three enemies before dissipating upon hitting a fourth.

Tips

  • When paired up with Frost armor, this weapon can inflict On Fire! and Frostburn at the same time. This is signified by orange and blue flames coming from the Flamethrower.
  • A Flamethrower with the Slow modifier may actually be better, as it does not consume as much Gel but has around the same DPS.
  • Its piercing effect can be effective against the The Destroyer. However, the boss is immune to the On Fire! debuff.