Summary
InStardew Valley, players can discover up to eight different Special Items on each floor of the mines. These items, including rings, weapons, and footwear, offer various benefits such as defense boosts, attack boosts, immunity, and speed. The available Special Items change depending on the floor, and they can be found in crates and barrels, orthey can be dropped by certain monsters.
Crates and barrels have a 2.2% chance of containing a Special Item when broken, but there are no visible differences to distinguish them from regular ones. Special Slimes, however, are easily identifiable by the gold star above their heads and have a 1.2% chance of dropping a Special Item. Other monsters, meanwhile, have a 0.2% chance of dropping a Special Item when defeated, though they appear the same as regular monsters.
1Level 0-19
The Beginning Of The Mines
InStardew Valley,the first few levels of the minesoffer a variety of Special Items that can significantly aid players in their journey. On levels 0-19, items such as theCarving Knifecan be found. This level 1 dagger deals 1-3 damage, providing a simple but useful weapon for early defense. Another item is theWood Club, a level 2 club that deals 9-16 damage. This powerful weapon is also available on levels 20-29, making it a valuable find during early mining expeditions.
For those seeking additional defense, theSneakersprovide +1 defense and can be found on levels 0-19, though they also appear on levels 20-29. Similarly,Rubber Bootsgrant +1 immunity and can be discovered on these floors, with additional appearances on levels 20-39. These footwear items offer useful stat boosts that help protect from damage or status effects.
Two useful rings are also available during these early mine levels. TheSmall Glow Ringemits a small, constant light, making it easier to navigate through darker mine floors. TheSmall Magnet Ring, on the other hand, increases magnetism by one tile, allowing items to be collected from a greater distance. Both of these rings can also be found on levels 20-39, but they are available as early as level 0-19. Each item provides a unique benefit, making them valuable tools for any adventurer exploring the depths of the mines.
2Level 20-39
The Earthy And Shadow Levels
On floors 20-39 of the mines inStardew Valley, a new set of Special Items can be found, offeringeven more powerful gearfor players. TheForest Swordis a level 3 sword that deals 8-18 damage. In addition to its offensive power, it provides +2 speed and +1 defense, making it a versatile weapon for both attack and defense. This sword can also be found on levels 40-59.
Another item found in this range is theWind Spire, a level 1 dagger with 1-5 damage. While its base damage is relatively low, it boasts +10 crit power, significantly increasing the chance of landing critical hits. However, it also has a drawback, adding +5 weight, which can affect movement speed. These Special Items, like others, can be found in crates and barrels and dropped by certain monsters. With these new weapons and stats, players will be better equipped to take on tougher challenges in the mines.
3Level 40-59
The Start Of The Frozen Levels
On floors 40-59 of the mines inStardew Valley, players can discover a selection of Special Items that provide significant boosts to both offense and defense. TheIron Edgeis a level 3 sword that deals 12-25 damage. While it provides +1 defense, it also comes with a few drawbacks, including -2 speed and +3 weight, which can impact movement. This sword can also be found on levels 60-79.
Another powerful weapon is theLead Rod, a level 4 club that deals 18-27 damage. However, it comes with a -4 speed penalty, making it slower to wield. This item is also available on levels 60-79. For those looking for something different, theWood Malletis a level 3 club that deals 15-24 damage, offering +2 speed but also adding +3 weight, which may slow down movement. Like the Lead Rod, the Wood Mallet is also found on levels 60-79.
For those seeking improved defense and resistance, theThermal Bootsprovide +1 defense and +2 immunity. These boots are a great find, offering extra protection against negative effects, and they can also be discovered on levels 60-79. Additionally, theGlow Ringemits a constant light with a radius of 10 tiles around the player, making iteasier to navigate the darker floors. TheMagnet Ringincreases magnetism by 2 tiles, allowing players to pick up items from a greater distance. Both the Glow Ring and Magnet Ring are also available on levels 60-79.
4Level 60-79
Ends In The Frozen Castle Levels
Along with some items available on previous floors, players can find a couple ofnew, powerful Special Itemsthat enhance combat effectiveness and defense on floors 60-79 of The Mines. TheShadow Daggeris a level 4 dagger that deals 10-20 damage, offering a decent balance between speed and power. This dagger can also be found on floors 100-119, making it a useful weapon for those exploring deeper levels of the mines.
For improved defense, theCombat Bootsprovide +3 defense, significantly boosting protection against damage. These boots are a great option for those looking to increase their survivability while taking on tougher enemies in the deeper mine floors.
5Level 80-99
Lava With Purple Earth Levels
On floors 80-99 of the mines inStardew Valley, players can find powerful Special Items that enhance both offense and defense. TheYeti Toothis a level 7 sword dealing 26-42 damage, with +4 defense and +10 crit power. TheBurglar’s Shank, a level 4 dagger, offers 7-12 damage and +25 crit power. For heavier attacks, theTempered Broadsword(level 7) deals 29-44 damage but has -3 speed, +3 defense, and +3 weight.
TheThe Slammeris a level 7 club with 40-55 damage but -2 speed, making it a slower, hard-hitting option. TheHoly Blade(level 7) offers 20-27 damage, +4 speed, +2 defense, and the Crusader perk, which boosts damage against mummies, ghosts, skeletons, and void spirits, and allows mummies to be killed without bombs. For defense, theDark Bootsprovide +4 defense and +2 immunity, while theGenie Shoesoffer +1 defense and +6 immunity. Both footwear items can also be found on levels 100-119.
6Level 100-119
The End Lava Levels Of The Mines
In the depths of floors 100-119 inStardew Valley’s mines, players can uncover some of the most powerful Special Items available. TheKudgelis a level 5 club that deals 27-40 damage, boasting +50 crit power, though it comes with -1 speed and +2 weight.
For those seeking a fast and powerful weapon, theSteel Falchionis a level 8 sword that deals 28-46 damage. It boasts +4 speed and +20 crit power, making it a formidable weapon for quick, high-damage attacks. For enhanced defense, theImmunity Bandis a ring that provides +4 immunity, offeringextra protection against status effects.
