Unlock the Mysteries of Stardew Valley: Mastering Void Essence Hunt
Discover the secrets of acquiring the enigmatic Void Essence in Stardew Valley and unravel its myriad uses
Beneath the captivating façade of Stardew Valley lies a realm of uncharted profundity. The game's enchanting blend of mystical and magical elements awakens an insatiable thirst for adventure and curiosity, compelling players to embark on unexplored journeys. Delving into the foreboding Mines and Skull Cavern, players encounter legendary creatures that yield a variety of Monster Loot upon their demise.
Among these coveted treasures, Void Essence stands out as an ethereal object pulsating with enigmatic, dark energy. This otherworldly substance serves multiple purposes within Stardew Valley. This guide elucidates how players can obtain the alluring Void Essence and unlock its captivating potential.
How to Get Void Essence in Stardew Valley
Void Essence can be obtained by defeating void spirits and other enemies in the Mines or the Skull Cavern. Although it might require some time and effort to defeat the Dangerous variants of shadow creatures, the Void Essence will be dropped effortlessly after their demise.
The following monsters have a chance of dropping Void Essence upon being slain:
| Name | Location | Chance to Drop Void Essence |
|---|---|---|
| Shadow Brute | Floors 81 to 119 of The Mines | 75% |
| Shadow Brute (dangerous variation) | Floors 81 to 119 of The Dangerous Mines | 75% |
| Shadow Shaman | Floors 81 to 119 of The Mines | 75% |
| Shadow Shaman (dangerous variation) | Floors 81 to 119 of The Dangerous Mines | 75% |
| Shadow Sniper | Floors 81 to 119 of The Dangerous Mines | 75% |
| Spider | Floors 51 to 69 of The Dangerous Mines | 75% |
| Serpent | All floors of the Skull Cavern | 99% |
| Haunted Skull | All floors of the Quarry Mines and random dungeon floors in the Mines | 1.3% |
Players can access the Dangerous Levels of the Mines by activating the Shrine of Challenge.
In addition, players have the option to buy up to 10 Void Essence for 100 gold each at Krobus' Shop on any given day.
A quantity of 5 to 10 Void Essence can be obtained when the population of Void Salmon in a Fish Pond reaches 8 fish.
Uses of Void Essence
Despite the lack of popularity among the villagers in Pelican Town, the Void Essence is an ideal present for the Wizard. Moreover, it is necessary to obtain in order to fulfill the Adventurer’s Bundle in the Boiler Room. Furthermore, the Void Essence plays a crucial role in two Crafting recipes.
The Mega Bomb requires 1 Void Essence, 1 Solar Essence and 4 Gold Ore.
The Iridium Band requires 50 Void Essence, 50 Solar Essence and 5 Iridium Bars.
The Void Essence is also required in a few Quests in Stardew Valley:
The Wizard requests 1 Void Essence on Winter 12 in the “A Dark Reagent” quest.
In the Fish Pond quest, Void Salmon can be requested to provide 5 Void Essence in order to expand the pond's capacity from 1 to 3.
Stardew Valley can be played on various platforms including Mobile, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
