// Items · #0113
Magic Missile
MagicMissile
Pre-Hardmode progression tier
Magic Missile
Item
- Casts a controllable missile
"Catalogued by the keepers of the Codex."
Combat & use
MagicDamage 35
Knockback 7.5
Use time 22ticks
Use anim. 22ticks
Projectile #16
Shoot speed 6
Mana cost 14
Rarity tier 2
channeled no melee
Classifications · 2
classificationsGamepad Whole Screen Use RangeGamepad Smart Quick Reach
Used to craft · 1 item
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Best prefixes
reforge targetMythical +15% damage, +10% speed, +10% crit, +15% knockback, −15% mana
Interactive tools
plan your buildFrequently asked
common questionsWhat progression tier is Magic Missile? +
Magic Missile sits in the Pre-Hardmode tier of Terraria progression based on its rarity rating (2).
What is the best prefix for Magic Missile? +
Mythical is the strongest prefix for Magic Missile — +15% damage, +10% speed, +10% crit, +15% knockback, −15% mana.
What is the damage and DPS of Magic Missile? +
Magic Missile deals 35 base damage, 22-tick use time. Use the DPS calculator to see expected damage per second with prefixes and crit applied.
What can you craft with Magic Missile? +
Magic Missile is used as an ingredient in 1 recipe. See the "Used to craft" section above for the full list.
