Growth
The Growth is a hostile tar-based creature found in the Plains. It attacks from range using sticky tar projectiles that slow and damage players, making it a dangerous environmental threat.
🌍 Overview
| Biome | Plains |
|---|---|
| Type | Ranged / Tar Creature |
| Health | Medium |
| Tameable | No |
| Drops | Tar, Growth Trophy |
📍 Spawning
Growths spawn near Tar Pits in the Plains:
- Around pools of tar
- In small groups near dark tar patches
- Guarding tar resources
They are usually stationary until players approach.
⚔️ Behaviour
Growths are ranged attackers that control space.
They:
- Launch tar projectiles at players.
- Inflict slowing effects on hit.
- Deal moderate damage over time.
- Remain near tar pits rather than roaming.
Their slowing attack makes them especially dangerous when combined with other Plains enemies.
🛠 Combat Strategy
- Avoid fighting while slowed — clear tar effects quickly.
- Engage from maximum bow range.
- Use elevation to avoid projectile arcs.
- Clear nearby Fulings or Deathsquitos first.
- Do not stand in tar pools.
Mobility is critical when fighting Growths.
⛏ Weaknesses
Growths are vulnerable to:
- Fire damage (highly effective).
- Ranged attacks from safe distance.
Because they remain near tar, area control is more important than raw damage output.
🎁 Drops
| Item | Use |
|---|---|
| Tar | Crafting darkwood building pieces |
| Growth Trophy | Decoration |
Tar is essential for crafting Darkwood structures and certain decorative building components.
⚠ Threat Level
Growths are dangerous due to:
- Slowing tar projectiles.
- Area denial around tar pits.
- Synergy with other Plains enemies.
- Limited mobility once tarred.
They are manageable alone but highly dangerous when combined with other threats.