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The image features the Brain of Cthulhu, a grotesque, fleshy brain-like creature from Terraria. It has a detailed, veiny texture with a symmetrical appearance, and its lower section includes a spine-like structure and writhing, red tendrils. The design is both eerie and alien, reflecting its role as a formidable boss in the Crimson biome.
It is surrounded by a white stroke and light is eminating from it, while the background is a Terraria background with green grassy areas and mountains

How To Summon Brain Of Cthulhu

This guide explains how to summon the Brain of Cthulhu in Terraria, covering the steps for breaking Crimson Hearts and crafting Bloody Spines. Each method includes the necessary materials, conditions, and instructions to initiate the boss fight within the Crimson biome.

December 7, 2024
The image features the Brain of Cthulhu, a grotesque, fleshy brain-like creature from Terraria. It has a detailed, veiny texture with a symmetrical appearance, and its lower section includes a spine-like structure and writhing, red tendrils. The design is both eerie and alien, reflecting its role as a formidable boss in the Crimson biome.
It is surrounded by a white stroke and light is eminating from it, while the background is a Terraria background with green grassy areas and mountains

What Is The Brain Of Cthulhu

The Brain of Cthulhu is a pre-Hardmode boss exclusive to worlds with the Crimson biome. Known for its unique teleporting and minion mechanics, the Brain of Cthulhu is a key challenge for progression in Terraria. Summoning this boss can be achieved through two primary methods, each involving specific items or conditions.

Notable Drops

  • Tissue Samples (used for crafting Crimson equipment like the Deathbringer Pickaxe and Crimson Armor)
  • Crimtane Ore (a valuable resource for crafting early-game weapons and tools)
  • Brain in a Jar (summons a mini Brain of Cthulhu pet)
  • Bone Rattle (summons a Baby Face Monster pet)
  • Brain of Confusion (grants dodge and damage-reduction abilities)
  • Brain of Cthulhu Mask and Trophy
  • Coins and other miscellaneous loot
The image features the Brain of Cthulhu, a grotesque, fleshy brain-like creature from Terraria. It has a detailed, veiny texture with a symmetrical appearance, and its lower section includes a spine-like structure and writhing, red tendrils. The design is both eerie and alien, reflecting its role as a formidable boss in the Crimson biome.
Brain Of Cthulhu

How To Summon The Brain Of Cthulhu

Breaking Crimson Hearts Method

Crimson Hearts are glowing orbs located in the Crimson Chasms, surrounded by Crimstone.

Steps to Summon:

  • Access the Crimson Hearts: Locate the hearts deep within the Crimson biome and use a hammer or explosives to break them.
  • Trigger the Summon: Upon breaking the third heart, the Brain of Cthulhu will spawn immediately.

Note: Hearts are usually encased in Crimstone, which can only be mined with a Deathbringer Pickaxe or higher, or destroyed using explosives.

A pixelated red heart from the video game Terraria called Crimson Heart
Crimson Heart

Bloody Spine Method

Bloody Spine is a crafted summoning item specifically used to summon the Brain of Cthulhu.

Materials:

  • 15 Vertebrae: Dropped by Crimson enemies such as Blood Crawlers and Face Monsters.
  • 30 Vicious Powder: Crafted from Vicious Mushrooms, found in the Crimson biome and converted at a Placed Bottle or Alchemy Table.

To summon the Brain of Cthulhu using a Bloody Spine, craft the item at a Crimson Altar located in the Crimson by combining 15 Vertebrae and 30 Vicious Powder. Once crafted, use the Bloody Spine in the Crimson biome to summon the boss.

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