Stardew Valley’s blend of farming and skilled craftsmanship is what makes this game even more captivating for players. While cultivating crops and tending to animals beautifully capture the essence of rural life, it’s the mystery of exploring the Mines and collecting resources to craft all kinds of useful tools and equipment that adds an exciting layer of adventure to the game.
Among the many resources available inStardew Valley,Iron Barsare a fundamental element that players need when they set out to build their dream farm. It is required for thesecond upgrade of toolsthat further expand a player’s capabilities. Iron Bars can be created by using Iron Ores. This guide will shed light on acquiring iron ores and converting them into Iron Bars inStardew Valley.
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Where to Find Iron Ore in Stardew Valley
Iron Ores are fairly common; however, players need to put in some effort to find them. They can be obtained bybreaking Iron Nodes in the Minesusing a Pickaxe. Iron Nodes can be commonly found on Levels41-79of the Mines. These nodes can spawn in the Quarry and the Quarry Mines. In addition, players can get their hands on iron ores onany Floorof the Skull Cavern and the Volcano Dungeon. Players can even get Iron Ores by breaking crates and barrels in the Mines.
Metal Heads that are found on levels80-119and Stone Golemson levels31-39of the Mines each have a10% chanceof dropping Iron Ores when defeated by the players.Iron Slimesthat crawl around random dungeon floors in the Mines have a33%chance to drop Iron Ores.
Iron Ores can also be found inside any of the four types of Geodes or in Fishing Treasure Chests. When the population of an Ice Pip Fish Pond reaches 3, it can produce five Iron Ores. Players can also find Iron Ores by Panning in different bodies of water.
Players can head to theblacksmith to open a geode inStardew Valley.
How to Make Iron Bars in Stardew Valley
Players can make Iron Bars using two methods inStardew Valley. The first method to create Iron Bars is bysmelting 5 Iron Ores in a Furnace. The smelting process takes about2 in-game hoursto complete. Another way to craft Iron Bars is by transmuting 3 Copper Bars into one Iron Bar. Players can unlock theTransmute (Fe)recipe when they reach Mining Level 4.
Occasionally, Iron Bars can be found by rummaging through Garbage Cans around town after players have received the Furnace blueprint from Clint.Monsters in the Mines, namelyShadow BrutesandShadow Shamans,each have a2% chanceof dropping an Iron Bar when defeated.
Uses of Iron Bars in Stardew Valley
Iron Bars are a key element for crafting inStardew Valley. Fromfarm buildings to all kinds of equipment, Iron Bars play an essential role in multiple crafting recipes. Players can sell them for120 gor180 gif they have theBlacksmith Profession.An Iron Bar is also required to complete the Blacksmith’s Bundle in the Boiler Room at the Community Centre.
Buildings
AStableis a farm building that allows players to keep and ride a horse. Players can purchase the Stable from Robin at the Carpenter’s Shop for10,000 g. It requires the following build materials:5 Iron Bars and 100 Hardwood.
Tool Upgrades
Iron Bars are required to upgrade the tools to Tier 3. InStardew Valley, tools can be upgraded by Clint the Blacksmith.
5,000 g
2,500 g
5 Iron Bars
Crafting Recipes
Iron Bars are used in various crafting recipes, including fancy rings, explosive ammo, and much more.
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Stardew Valleyis available now on Mobile, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
