Hardmode boss
Empress of Light (Terraria 1.4.5)
Empress of Light is boss #27 of 33 in our Terraria 1.4.5 order (main boss 16 of 18). Summon: Kill a Prismatic Lacewing in the Hallow at night (they appear after Plantera). HP: 70,000 Classic / 98,000 Expert / 124,950 Master; base defense 50. Key drops: Empress Wings, Kaleidoscope, Nightglow and Starlight. Beating it unlocks nothing that blocks progress; the Terraprisma only drops if she dies during the day. Fight it after Duke Fishron and before Lunatic Cultist.
Empress of Light stats
| Stat | Classic | Expert | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health | 70,000 | 98,000 | 124,950 |
Base defense 50.
How to summon Empress of Light
Kill a Prismatic Lacewing in the Hallow at night (they appear after Plantera).
Why fight it at this point
Optional; beat her at night for Empress Wings and Kaleidoscope, or in daylight for the Terraprisma.
What Empress of Light drops
Empress Wings
Kaleidoscope
Nightglow
Starlight
TerraprismaDrop rates and mode-only items differ between Classic and Expert or Master (treasure bags). Full drop table on the Terraria Wiki.
Tip
Practise the night fight first; in daylight every attack is deadly, which is the price of the Terraprisma.
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Questions players ask
How do I summon Empress of Light?
Kill a Prismatic Lacewing in the Hallow at night (they appear after Plantera).
How much HP does Empress of Light have in Master mode?
124,950 HP (single body). Classic: 70,000, Expert: 98,000.
What does Empress of Light drop?
Empress Wings, Kaleidoscope, Nightglow, Starlight and Terraprisma. The wiki lists the exact chances.
What should I do after Empress of Light?
The next main boss is Lunatic Cultist.