Pre-Hardmode boss
Skeletron (Terraria 1.4.5)
Skeletron is boss #7 of 33 in our Terraria 1.4.5 order (main boss 6 of 18). Summon: Talk to the Old Man at the Dungeon entrance at night and accept his curse. HP: 4,400 Classic / 8,800 Expert / 11,220 Master; base defense 10. Key drops: Skeletron Hand, Book of Skulls and Bone Glove. Beating it unlocks entry to the Dungeon, the Clothier moves in, and the Mechanic can be rescued inside the Dungeon. Fight it after Queen Bee and before Deerclops.
Skeletron stats
Health counts head only; each hand has extra HP.
| Stat | Classic | Expert | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health | 4,400 | 8,800 | 11,220 |
Base defense 10.
How to summon Skeletron
Talk to the Old Man at the Dungeon entrance at night and accept his curse.
Why fight it at this point
Beating him opens the Dungeon, its loot (Muramasa, Water Bolt, Cobalt Shield) and the Clothier.
What Skeletron drops
Skeletron Hand
Book of Skulls
Bone GloveDrop rates and mode-only items differ between Classic and Expert or Master (treasure bags). Full drop table on the Terraria Wiki.
Tip
Ignore the hands unless they block you; the fight ends when the head dies, and he spins faster at low health.
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Questions players ask
How do I summon Skeletron?
Talk to the Old Man at the Dungeon entrance at night and accept his curse.
How much HP does Skeletron have in Master mode?
11,220 HP (head only; each hand has extra HP). Classic: 4,400, Expert: 8,800.
What does Skeletron drop?
Skeletron Hand, Book of Skulls and Bone Glove. The wiki lists the exact chances.
What should I do after Skeletron?
The next main boss is Deerclops.