The Prismatic Shards are valuable materials in Stardew Valley, playing a significant role in various aspects of gameplay. Donating a Prismatic Shard to the museum completes the mineral collection, and also serves as a key ingredient in crafting the Galaxy Sword which is the most powerful weapon. Additionally, Prismatic Shards unlock some other in-game items and interactions in the later stages of Stardew Valley like tailoring, fulfilling NPC requests, or exchanging for rare items.
However, finding these shards can be a challenge. The rarity of this item requires extensive grinding and potentially some luck. In this article, we will explore various methods for obtaining prismatic shards in Stardew Valley and their drop rates so you can have an easier time hunting for them.
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Mining at deep levels of 100+ or exploring areas like the Skull Cavern and Quarry can help you encounter special rocks known as Mystic Stones. Breaking these Mystic Stones has a 25% chance of finding Prismatic Shard. This method provides one of the highest drop rates for acquiring this rare item.
However, the Mystic Stones themselves are rare and require extensive exploration and mining in these areas. So, stock up on resources and gear before tackling these locations. Even if you don’t find a shard, there is a high chance you will collect good materials and resources that can ease your exploration.
Iridium nodes have a 4% chance of containing these shards. You can find Iridium nodes deep within the Skull Cavern, the Quarry, and the Volcano Dungeon. It is better to routinely mine those locations for a chance of encountering a prismatic shard.
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