What are the best wings in Terraria?

The Celestial Starboard is considered the best overall wings in Terraria, an expert-exclusive drop from the Moon Lord, offering excellent horizontal and vertical stats, hovering, and speed boosts.

How do I get wings in early Hardmode?

Easy early Hardmode wings include the Leaf Wings, purchased from the Witch Doctor at night in a Jungle biome after defeating the Wall of Flesh, or craftable options like Angel, Demon, or Harpy Wings using Souls of Flight and other materials.

Do wings protect against fall damage?

Yes, all wings in Terraria provide immunity to fall damage.

Can you fly underwater with any wings?

The Fishron Wings are unique in that they allow you to 'fly' underwater, in addition to having good height and speed.

How do I get Souls of Flight?

Souls of Flight are typically obtained from Wyverns, a Hardmode enemy that spawns in the sky.

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Introduction to Wings

Wings are vital accessories in Terraria, granting players the ability to fly temporarily and negating all fall damage. They are indispensable for navigating the game's vast world, exploring floating islands, delving into deep chasms, and especially for maneuvering during boss fights. There are a total of 46 different types of wings available, each with unique attributes.

Understanding Wing Mechanics

When equipped, wings allow players to fly by holding the jump button. Once the flight time is depleted, continuing to hold the jump button will enable gliding, which slows the player's falling speed. Flight time resets when the player lands on a surface, climbs (such as on a rope or using shoe spikes), or uses a grappling hook. Unlike Rocket Boots, wings offer much greater control and range for flight. Some advanced wings even allow for hovering by holding the 'Down' key during flight or accelerate ascent speed by holding the 'Up' key. Extra jump accessories, like the Cloud in a Bottle, can provide an additional boost, instantly bringing wings to full speed mid-air. Most craftable wings require a Mythril or Orichalcum Anvil and 20 Souls of Flight, along with a specific core item. Unwanted wings can be disassembled back into Souls of Flight by dropping them into Shimmer.

Wing Progression: From Early Hardmode to Endgame

Wing acquisition generally follows the player's progression through Hardmode, with increasingly powerful options becoming available:

Early Hardmode Wings

Fledgling Wings: These are the only wings obtainable in pre-Hardmode, acquired at the start of a Journey Mode character or from Skyware Chests, Sky Crates, and Azure Crates. They offer a short flight time of 0.42 seconds and a height of 18 tiles.

Leaf Wings: A popular and easy-to-obtain early Hardmode option. They can be purchased from the Witch Doctor at night for 75 gold (or less if he is housed in a Jungle biome) after defeating the Wall of Flesh. They provide a flight time of 1.67 seconds and a height of 53 tiles.

Angel Wings / Demon Wings: These wings require 10 Feathers and 20 Souls of Flight, along with either 15 Souls of Light (for Angel Wings) or 15 Souls of Night (for Demon Wings). Souls of Light and Night are obtained from enemies in the Underground Hallow and Underground Corruption/Crimson, respectively, in Hardmode. They offer a flight time of 1.67 seconds and a height of 53 tiles.

Harpy Wings: These wings are crafted using 1 Giant Harpy Feather and 20 Souls of Flight. The Giant Harpy Feather drops from Harpies, which can be found in Floating Islands. They provide a flight time of 2.17 seconds and a height of 67 tiles. Harpy Wings are noted for good flight time and horizontal speed, with post-jump falling speed.

Frozen Wings: Crafted with 1 Ice Feather and 20 Souls of Flight. Ice Feathers are dropped by Ice Golems. They offer a flight time of 2.17 seconds and a height of 67 tiles.

Mid-to-Late Hardmode Wings

Beetle Wings: Crafted from 8 Beetle Husks and 20 Souls of Flight, Beetle Wings are considered excellent mid-game flight tools, often obtained before defeating Plantera. They provide a flight time of 2.83 seconds and a horizontal speed of 38 mph.

Hoverboard: Crafted with 18 Shroomite Bars and 20 Souls of Flight, the Hoverboard offers a flight time of 2.83 seconds and a height of 94 tiles. It also allows for horizontal hovering with improved speed and acceleration.

Fishron Wings: Obtained by defeating Duke Fishron, an optional Hardmode boss. These wings offer good height and speed, and uniquely allow for underwater flight. They have a flight time of 3 seconds and a height of 143 tiles.

Empress Wings: These wings are obtained by defeating the Empress of Light, an optional Hardmode boss, with a 7% drop chance. They have a flight time of 2.50 seconds and a height of 128 tiles.

Betsy's Wings: Dropped by Betsy from the Old One's Army event. They offer a flight time of 2.50 seconds and a height of 119 tiles. While offering less flight time than some, they provide higher speed.

Post-Moon Lord Wings

Solar Wings / Stardust Wings: These wings are crafted using 14 Solar Fragments (for Solar Wings) or 14 Stardust Fragments (for Stardust Wings) and 10 Luminite Bars at an Ancient Manipulator. They offer a maximum height of 167 tiles and a flight time of 3 seconds. Solar Wings are known for their fiery aesthetic, while Stardust Wings provide faster maximum ascent speeds. Solar and Stardust wings are focused on fast ascending speed.

Nebula Mantle / Vortex Booster: Crafted with 14 Nebula Fragments (for Nebula Mantle) or 14 Vortex Fragments (for Vortex Booster) and 10 Luminite Bars at an Ancient Manipulator. These wings excel in horizontal movement and allow for hovering. They have a flight time of 3 seconds and a height of 143 tiles. Nebula and Vortex wings are hover-focused, offering hover capabilities and speed boosts.

Top Terraria Wings for Specific Playstyles

Highest Flight: For players prioritizing maximum verticality, the Stardust Wings and Solar Wings are top choices, both reaching a massive max height of 167 tiles.

Longest Horizontal Travel: The Nebula Mantle and Vortex Booster are ideal for covering long distances horizontally, as they allow for both hovering and rapid horizontal movement.

Best All-Rounder: Fishron Wings are highly regarded as excellent all-rounder wings, offering good height and speed, along with the unique ability to fly underwater.

The Best Overall Wings

By far, the best pair of wings in the entire game is the Celestial Starboard, an expert-exclusive drop from the Moon Lord. These wings boast exceptional horizontal and vertical stats, allowing for hovering, providing speed boosts during hovering, and offering full control over vertical ascent speed. It shares the same flight time (3 seconds) and height (167 tiles) as the Solar and Stardust wings but offers superior utility.

Tips for Effective Wing Usage

Strategic Upgrades: It's not always necessary to upgrade wings at every single stage of the game. Focus on significant jumps in performance that align with upcoming challenges.

Combine with Accessories: Wings stack with other flight-enhancing accessories like Rocket Boots and their upgrades, further extending flight duration and capabilities. Additional jump accessories can also be used for an instant mid-air speed boost.

Utilize Hover and Ascent: For wings that offer hovering (like the Nebula Mantle, Vortex Booster, and Celestial Starboard) or accelerated ascent (like the Jetpack and Celestial Starboard), learn to utilize these features for better control and evasion during combat and exploration.

Shimmer for Reuse: If you find yourself with older, unused wings, remember you can disassemble them into Souls of Flight using Shimmer, allowing you to reuse valuable crafting materials.

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