The Glittering Boulder is an unlockable obstacle in Stardew Valley. While you can't directly interact with this item, it holds the potential to unveil a new gameplay mechanic. This guide will walk you through the process of removing the Glittering Boulder and reveal what occurs afterward. Additionally, it will assist you in locating this obstacle if you haven’t encountered it yet.
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The Glittering Boulder Location
The Boulder lies northeast of the farm, adjacent to the Mines. Positioned just behind the small bridge to the left of the cavern’s entrance, it stands out with its shimmering purple hue. You encounter this obstacle upon your initial exploration of the Mines’ entrance. However, it remains blocked until you fulfill a particular Community Center Bundle later on.
How to Unlock the Glittering Boulder Path
To clear the Glittering Boulder near the Mines, you need to finish the Fish Tank Bundle. This collection comprises six types of fishing offerings: River, Lake, Ocean, Night, Crab Pot, and Specialty packs. To fulfill the Bundle requirements, you must catch 29 sea creatures and bring them back to the Community Center.
Here’s how to complete each altar:
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River Fish Bundle:
Sunfish,
Catfish,
Shad,
Tiger Trout
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Lake Fish Bundle:
Largemouth Bass,
Carp,
Bullhead,
Sturgeon
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Ocean Fish Bundle:
Sardine,
Tuna,
Red Snapper,
Tilapia
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Night Fishing Bundle:
Walleye,
Bream,
Eel
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Crab Pot Bundle:
Lobster,
Crayfish,
Crab,
Cockle,
Mussel,
Shrimp,
Snail,
Periwinkle,
Oyster,
Clam
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Specialty Bundle:
Pufferfish,
Ghostfish,
Sandfish,
Woodskip
If you’re playing the game on Remixed Bundles mode, you might have to complete the Quality Fish or Master Fisher’s Bundles to remove the Glittering Boulder.
What Happens After Removing the Glittering Boulder
After demolishing the Boulder, Willy will instruct you on the art of Panning and present you with a complimentary Panning Tool. This tool facilitates the extraction of Ores from water. Although the eradicated Boulder won’t unveil any new pathways, it will prompt random ores to appear in the River and Ocean regions. Keep an eye out for shimmering sections of water to gather these ores.
While Panning won’t yield any unique items, it boasts a high probability of providing free Copper and Iron Ores, ranging from 35% to 40%. However, note that it’s not a reliable mining source as it’s too RNG-reliant. If you want to farm Ores, visiting the Mines is your best bet.
Stardew Valley
- Released
- February 26, 2016
