Shroomite armor
Vanish into the deep blue shadows to strike with silent precision
Shroomite armor is a Hardmode , post- Plantera ranged armor set consisting of the Shroomite Breastplate and Shroomite Leggings , as well as three different headpieces: the Shroomite Headgear , Shroomite Mask , and Shroomite Helmet , providing bonuses for ranged weapons using a specific type of ammunition . Crafting the full set with one headpiece requires a total of 54 Shroomite Bars (810 Glowing Mushrooms and 270 Chlorophyte Ore ). Crafting all five pieces requires a total of 78 Shroomite Bars (1170 Glowing Mushrooms and 390 Chlorophyte Ore). The full set grants the following effects while equipped: Stealth mode is deactivated upon riding a mount or taking damage. Stealth mode will also fade once the player starts moving ( see Notes for details ). As a result of the aggro reduction while in stealth, enemies will prefer to target other players, and many kinds of enemies will not chase after the player while they are not using items (see Aggro § Target chasing for details) . - +51 defense - +13% ranged damage - ×1.12 damage of bows , repeaters , arrows , and Stakes - +51 defense - +13% ranged damage - ×1.12 damage of guns , bullets , and Candy Corn - +51 defense - +13% ranged damage - ×1.12 damage of specialist ranged weapons (non-consumable ranged weapons that are not bows or guns) and their ammunition - +25% ranged critical strike chance - +20% ammo conservation - +12% movement speed - The player leaves dark blue afterimages when moving - Standing still and not using any items causes the player to quickly enter stealth , which causes them to turn almost invisible and prevents Fighter AI and Flying AI enemies from firing projectiles at the player while they are not using an item. Stealth is engaged gradually over the course of 1.12 seconds, during which the player gains
- Type
- Armor Set
- Defense
- 51 (set)
- Set Bonus
- Not moving puts you in stealth, increasing ranged ability and reducing chance for enemies to target you
- Rarity
- 08*
- Sell
- 18 GC (set)
- Body slot
- Shirt
- Tooltip
- 13% increased ranged damage & critical strike chance 20% chance to save ammo
- Research
- 1 required
Lore & Background
Forged in the humid depths of the Glowing Mushroom biome, Shroomite armor is a testament to the symbiotic power of Chlorophyte and mycelial magic. This Hardmode ensemble does not merely protect the wearer; it weaves them into the very fabric of the forest's silence. As the player stands motionless amidst the bioluminescent spores, the armor begins to hum with a dormant energy, darkening its hue until only faint blue afterimages betray their presence. It is said that the ancient fungi whispered secrets of invisibility to those who mastered the art of stillness, allowing them to become ghosts in the eyes of the world.
The true power of this gear lies not in brute force, but in the calculated pause between heartbeats. When a ranger ceases all movement and action, the armor activates its stealth mode, rendering the wearer nearly invisible and causing enemies to lose their aggression. This state is fragile; the slightest step or the impact of a blow shatters the illusion, forcing the warrior to retreat into the shadows once more. It is a dance of patience, where the greatest weapon is the ability to wait until the perfect moment to unleash devastation upon a distracted foe.
Craftsmen who seek this legendary plate must gather vast quantities of glowing mushrooms and refined Chlorophyte ore, understanding that such power demands immense sacrifice. The resulting armor grants a unique boon, amplifying damage based on the specific ammunition used, whether it be arrows, bullets, or specialized projectiles. It is the ultimate choice for the sniper who values accuracy above all else, turning a single well-placed shot into an execution worthy of myth.
In Their Own Story
The jungle air hung heavy with the scent of damp earth and spores as Kael stood perfectly still within the caverns. His Shroomite armor seemed to drink the ambient light, shifting from a deep indigo to a ghostly void. Around him, the massive Hive Mind pulsed with rage, its many eyes scanning the darkness for prey that had long since vanished. Kael did not breathe heavily; he did not shift his weight. He was a statue carved from shadow and blue afterimages.
Seconds stretched into an eternity as the stealth mode engaged fully. The Hive Mind turned away, confused by the sudden absence of its target, seeking easier prey in the tunnel's depths. In that silent window, Kael raised his Sniper Rifle. The world narrowed to a single crosshair. He exhaled slowly, the only sound being the soft click of the safety disengaging. When he finally pulled the trigger, the silence shattered. A crack of thunder echoed through the cavern, and the bullet found its mark with surgical precision, dealing catastrophic damage before Kael even moved from his spot.
As the beast roared in pain, Kael stepped forward, the blue glow of his armor flaring as he broke his stillness. The stealth had vanished, but the damage was done. He melted back into the shadows, waiting for the enemy to turn once more, ready to repeat the cycle of vanishing and striking until the darkness itself reclaimed its king.
Reader's Guide
To craft a full set of Shroomite armor, you must first defeat Plantera to unlock access to Hardmode crafting stations. Gather 390 Chlorophyte Ore and 1170 Glowing Mushrooms (from any mushroom biome) to create 78 Shroomite Bars at an Autohammer. You will need 54 bars for a complete set with one headpiece, or all 78 if you wish to collect every variation.
The armor is designed exclusively for ranged builds, offering +13% ranged damage, +25% critical strike chance, and +20% ammo conservation across the full set. The unique strategy revolves around the Stealth mechanic: stand completely still without using items for 1.12 seconds to become nearly invisible. This reduces enemy aggro and prevents many foes from firing projectiles at you.
Choose your headpiece based on your weapon of choice. The Mask is for bows, the Helmet for guns, and the Headgear for specialist weapons like launchers or the Star Cannon. Each provides a 12% multiplicative damage boost to its specific ammo type applied after other bonuses. For maximum effectiveness, adopt a hit-and-run playstyle: stand still to stealth in, strike with high damage, then move away before enemies re-engage.
Did You Know?
- The Shroomite Helmet is the only variant that boosts specialist ranged weapons like launchers and flamethrowers which use no ammunition.
- Stealth mode cannot be stacked with the Psycho Knife; however, the knockback bonus from both effects still applies simultaneously while stealthed.
- Wearing specific dye combinations like Black or Blue and Silver can make the character appear nearly invisible at night even without full stealth activation.