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TERRARIA / CRAFTING / GENERAL

Shimmer and Transmutation

Shimmer liquid allows some items to transform or be deconstructed.

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Practical tip: Test known safe recipes first and keep backups of very rare items.
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01

Overview

Shimmer liquid allows some items to transform or be deconstructed.

02

How it works

Not every item reacts alike, and transformation depends on the specific item and progression.

03

How to use it

Test known safe recipes first and keep backups of very rare items.

04

Mistakes to avoid

Do not throw irreplaceable gear into Shimmer just to experiment.

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