Highlights
Stardew Valley is full of mysteries, including the rare and elusive merpeople that can only be found near the docks.
The chance of encountering a merperson in the game is exceptionally low, with only a 0.001% probability per second of game-time.
Although the enigma surrounding merpeople may remain unresolved indefinitely, certain players assert having witnessed the creature on multiple occasions, while others have never encountered it despite significant gameplay.
A fortunate player in Stardew Valley came across a truly rare sight while fishing, leaving many baffled by its exact meaning.
At first glance, Stardew Valley might appear to be nothing more than a cozy farming simulator, lacking in complexity. However, those who delve deeper into the game's world will soon discover a multitude of mysteries, some begging for answers while others remain shrouded in uncertainty. Stardew Valley houses an abundance of enigmas, making it challenging to keep track of them all. From peculiar capsules that materialize overnight, unnerving dolls that attack unexpectedly, peculiar creatures known as Junimos who possess a knack for reconstruction, to a mouse harboring a fondness for fashionable headgear - the game is brimming with mysteries at every turn. Yet, one puzzle has eluded resolution, remaining an extraordinary rarity for players fortunate enough to stumble upon it.
In Stardew Valley, while peacefully fishing, Reddit user Jd_Vas unexpectedly encountered a peculiar creature emerging from the water. Despite the brief moment, Jd_Vas managed to capture a photograph and share it on Reddit. This creature is characterized by its small size, green color, and striking yellow eyes. As the picture circulated, the Stardew Valley community enlightened the original poster about the creature's identification.
Jd_Vas had encountered a merperson, distinctive from the mermaids commonly found at the Night Market or Ginger Island. In the game, merpeople reside in the ocean and serve as the equivalent of the mythical loch ness monster. Spotting the creature is fleeting, only lasting a couple of seconds, yet it also reveals itself for a longer duration during Krobus' 14-heart event. Interestingly, the only inhabitant of Stardew Valley with knowledge about these enigmatic creatures is The Wizard.
Spotting the merperson near the docks is an incredibly rare occurrence, with only a 0.001% chance of spawning per game-time second. Despite its elusiveness, numerous players in the Reddit post's comments claim to have witnessed the creature on multiple occasions. One commenter shared their encounters, having seen it twice on mobile and once while playing on PC, whereas another player admitted to investing countless hours into the game without ever catching a glimpse. It appears that the enigma surrounding the merpeople in Stardew Valley may forever remain unsolved.
Stardew Valley is available for Mobile, PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.