Goblin Scout

Goblin Scout

 Classic

 Expert

 Master

Statistics

Type	Goblin
Environment	Forest
AI Type	Fighter AI
Damage	20/40›36›72/60›54›108
Max Life	80/160›176›352/240›264›528
Defense	6/6›6›12
KB Resist	30%/37%/44%
Banner	Goblin Scout Banner

Drops

Coins	2Pre-Hardmode: 5Hardmode: 4Post-Plantera: 8

• Item (Quantity)Rate
• Tattered Cloth (1–2)
  100%

Sounds

Hurt
Killed

• Internal NPC ID: 73

The Goblin Scout is an uncommon surface enemy found in the farthest edges of the player's world. The Tattered Cloth it drops is a ingredient to craft the Goblin Battle Standard, which summons a Goblin Army.

Goblin Scouts can only be found in the furthest east and furthest west sixths of the world. They will not spawn in the Corruption, the Crimson and The Hallow. they will only spawn during the day.

It is one of the few entities that can be detected by the Lifeform Analyzer or its upgrades.

Quick Answers

What is the purpose of the Tattered Cloth dropped by the Goblin Scout?

The Tattered Cloth dropped by the Goblin Scout in Terraria serves a specific purpose in the game. It is a crafting material used solely to create the Goblin Battle Standard. This item, when used, summons a Goblin Army, adding an exciting twist to your gameplay. So, if you're looking to stir things up in your Terraria world, keep an eye out for those Goblin Scouts and their valuable Tattered Cloth drops!

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Where can the Goblin Scout be found in the game world?

The Goblin Scout is an uncommon surface enemy that can be found in the farthest edges of the player's world in Terraria. Specifically, they can only be found in the furthest east and furthest west sixths of the world. However, they will not spawn in the Corruption or the Crimson areas of the game world.

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What is the difference between a Goblin Scout and enemies from a Goblin Invasion event?

The Goblin Scout is an uncommon surface enemy found in the farthest edges of the player's world during ordinary gameplay, unlike enemies from a Goblin Invasion event which are part of a specific event. The Goblin Scout also has a unique drop, the Tattered Cloth, which is a component for the Goblin Battle Standard that summons a Goblin Army. Additionally, the Goblin Scout and the Goblin Archer are the only goblin enemies with blue skin.

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Why can't Goblin Scouts spawn in the Corruption or the Crimson?

Goblin Scouts in Terraria are programmed not to spawn in the Corruption or the Crimson. This is part of the game's design to make these creatures unique and challenging to find. They are typically found in the farthest east and west sixths of the player's world, adding an element of exploration and adventure to encountering them.

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What is the role of the Goblin Scout in summoning the Goblin Army?

The Goblin Scout doesn't directly summon the Goblin Army in Terraria. However, it does drop Tattered Cloth, which can be used to craft a Goblin Battle Standard. This item, when used, initiates the Goblin Army invasion. So, indirectly, the Goblin Scout plays a role in summoning the Goblin Army by providing the necessary materials.

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Notes

• Goblin Scouts are able to open doors.
• Defeating the Goblin Army will decrease the spawn rate of the Goblin Scout.

Tips

• As they are uncommon, using a Battle Potion and Water Candle in combination is an effective way to get them to spawn.

Trivia

• They have spawning conditions similar to King Slime.

The Bestiary entry for the Goblin Scout: "The Goblin Army sends lone soldiers out from the beaches to seek out colonies to conquer. They give warning with a tattered sigil."

History

 PC version

• Desktop 1.4.0.1: Sprite updated. Spawns much more frequently.

• Desktop 1.3.0.1: Sprite updated.

• Desktop 1.2.0.3: Can now drop its banner.

• Desktop 1.1: Spawn rate slightly increased.

• Desktop 1.0.6: Introduced.

 Console version

• Console-Release: Introduced.

 Mobile version

• Mobile-Release: Introduced.

Nintendo 3DS version

• 3DS-Release: Introduced.