Unfortunately, they shatter rather easily, being especially vulnerable to explosions. Ditch them as soon as possible for a light crystal, crystal skull, or a [[Flaming sword|flaming]] weapon.
In a pinch, lanterns can make for effective weapons and have a surprisingly high block rate due to high [[roundness]]. This makes them suitable for battle in the earliest stages of the Underwater Tunnel, especially against [[hedgehog|hedgehogs]] should the player be lacking an actual weapon.
===Oil Lamp===