Terraria Beginner Guide: First Nights and NPCs
Terraria beginner guide — first house, NPC requirements, ore progression, and pre-boss gear checklist.
Terraria’s first nights teach building rules and ore tiers. Shelter before exploration.
First day checklist
- Chop trees, build workbench
- Build valid house before dusk
- Explore surface chests
- Dig to copper/tin depth
Early NPC order
| NPC | Unlock |
|---|---|
| Guide | Start |
| Merchant | Silver coins |
| Nurse | Life crystal used |
| Demolitionist | Explosive in inventory |
Bottom line
Valid house by night 1, horizontal mine to gold/platinum, heart crystals for Nurse.
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Frequently asked questions
How big does a house need to be in Terraria?
At least 60 tiles interior with walls, door, light, chair, and table. Each NPC needs a valid room.