Stardew Valley: Prism Plight

This guide details how to obtain and utilize Prismatic Shards in Stardew Valley, updated for version 1.6. Prismatic Shards are rare, rainbow-colored gemstones with multiple uses.

Prismatic Shard Locations:

Several locations offer a chance to find Prismatic Shards, though the probability varies:

• Mines: A 0.05% chance of dropping from monsters after reaching the bottom.
• Fish Ponds: A 0.09% chance from a Chum Bucket in a pond with at least 9 Rainbow Trout.
• Skull Cavern: 0.1% chance from Serpents and Mummies (before Combat Level 10), or Wilderness and Iridium Golems (after Combat Level 10).
• Geodes & Mystery Boxes: 0.4% chance from Omni Geodes or Mystery Boxes ; 0.79% from Golden Mystery Boxes .
• Iridium Nodes: 3.5% chance from Iridium Nodes in Skull Cavern, the Volcano Dungeon, or the Quarry.
• Treasure Chests: Approximately 3.8% chance in Skull Cavern.
• Mystic Nodes: 25% chance from Mystic Nodes (dark blue stones with curlicue patterns) in Skull Cavern, the Quarry, or Mines (levels 100+).
• Meteorites: 25% chance from a meteorite landing on your farm.
• Volcano Dungeon: One in a chest upon first reaching the end.
• Desert Festival: Emily's stall (occasionally) sells one for 500 Calico Eggs.

The most reliable method is the Statue of True Perfection (one shard daily), obtained after achieving 100% perfection.

Prismatic Shard Uses:

• Museum Donation: Contributes to the "Complete Collection" achievement.
• Selling: 2000g each.
• Crafting: Missing Bundle (Movie Theater), Wedding Ring (Multiplayer).
• Gifting: Loved gift for most villagers (except Haley).
• Galaxy Sword: Crafting the Galaxy Sword in Calico Desert.
• Weapon Enchantment: Enchanting tools and weapons at the Volcano Forge.
• Trading: Exchange for Magic Rock Candy (Calico Desert trader) or a sinister trade at the Witch's Hut.
• Quests: Mr. Qi's Four Precious Stones quest.

This comprehensive guide ensures you're well-equipped to locate and utilize these valuable gems.