Demonite 🔥

legendary · 5.5x multiplier · World 3 · Burn

Multiplier: 5.5x. Trait: Burn. Rarity: legendary. Drop rate: 1/600. Those numbers put Demonite on almost every top-tier recipe list — and this guide covers every reason why.

5.5xMultiplier

LegendaryRarity

1/600Drop Rate

30%Trait Threshold

Demonite vs Other Ores

Against similar tier ores, Demonite wins on trait synergy but loses slightly on raw multiplier. This trade-off is why most experienced players include it in trait-focused recipes rather than pure DPS stacks.

Demonite — Full Stats Reference

Property	Value
Rarity Tier	legendary
Base Multiplier	5.5x
Source World	World 3
Rock Type	Volcanic Rock
Drop Chance	1/600
Trait	Burn
Trait Activation	30% of ore composition
Icon	🔥

Where to Find Demonite

Demonite spawns exclusively in World 3, dropping from Volcanic Rock at a 1/600 rate. A high-tier pickaxe is required to break these nodes efficiently.

Farming tip: Higher-tier pickaxes dramatically improve your success rate on Volcanic Rock. Upgrade your pickaxe before committing long farming sessions.

Understanding the Burn Trait

The Burn trait on Demonite activates whenever Demonite is one of your 3 recipe ores. When active, it applies 20% burn for 2 seconds. Because each ore in a 3-slot recipe counts as ~33% of composition, a single Demonite is enough to satisfy the 30% threshold.

Best Demonite Recipes

Max Damage

Recipe: Demonite + Obsidian + Demonite

→ Combined multiplier ~11.27x. Damage Boost + Burn dual activation.

Best used when forging DPS-focused weapons like Greataxe or Great Sword.

Tank / Survival

Recipe: Demonite + Mithril + Ashwood

→ Combined multiplier ~12.05x. Defense Boost trait active from both support ores.

The go-to recipe for The Peak boss fights where survivability matters more than DPS.

Trait Synergy

Recipe: Demonite + Rainbow Crystal + Arcane Crystal

→ Combined multiplier ~15.32x. Triple trait potential with Critical Hit + Dodge in the mix.

For endgame builds where trait synergy outperforms raw damage.

Ready to test these combos? Open the Forge Calculator and plug them in to see the exact probabilities for your gear tier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Demonite worth farming?

For World 3 content and above, yes. Its 5.5x multiplier and Burn trait make it a top pick. For early-game (World 1), you're better off with cheaper alternatives.

Does Demonite stack with other traits?

Trait effects are independent. Burn activates alongside any other traits that hit their 30% threshold. Multi-trait recipes are exactly how top-tier builds work.

How does Demonite work in a forge recipe?

Include Demonite as one of your 3 recipe slots. The Burn trait activates as long as Demonite is in the mix.

What weapons work best with Demonite?

Fast weapons like Katanas and Daggers pair best with Demonite's trait. Check the /weapons pages for detailed recommendations.

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