// Items · #0277
Trident
Pre-Hardmode progression tier
Trident
Item
- Increases mobility in water when held
- Hold Up to descend slower
"Catalogued by the keepers of the Codex."
Combat & use
MeleeDamage 14
Knockback 6
Use time 31ticks
Use anim. 31ticks
Projectile #47
Shoot speed 4
Rarity tier 1
Buy price 1
Sells for 20
no melee
Best prefixes
reforge targetLegendary +15% damage, +10% speed, +10% crit, +15% knockback
Mythical Alternative when no melee swing — universal best
Interactive tools
plan your buildFrequently asked
common questionsWhat progression tier is Trident? +
Trident sits in the Pre-Hardmode tier of Terraria progression based on its rarity rating (1).
What is the best prefix for Trident? +
Legendary is the strongest prefix for Trident — +15% damage, +10% speed, +10% crit, +15% knockback.
What is the damage and DPS of Trident? +
Trident deals 14 base damage, 31-tick use time. Use the DPS calculator to see expected damage per second with prefixes and crit applied.
