InStardew Valley, Glowstone is a hybrid ring that combines the effects of the Glow and Magnet Rings. Players who equip this unique item experience a practical combination: a luminous radius around them and the ability to collect dropped items from a distance. This makes the Glowstone Ring advantageous in the early stages of the game, especially whendelving into The Mines for exploration.
Despite its utility,obtaining or crafting theGlowstone Ringis a challenge. This guide will, therefore, help you get your first Glowstone Ring and learn how to craft more by providing useful tips and step-by-step instructions.
Where to Buy a Glowstone Ring in Stardew Valley
You can purchase a Glowstone Ring from the Shop attheStardew Valley Fair. Priced at 1,000 Star Tokens, this unique ring can only be bought once per year, coinciding with the annual restocking of the store’s inventory. To participate in the Fair, players must be present in Pelican Town between9 AM and 3 PM on the 16th of Fall.
Note, however, that there is no guarantee that the Glowstone Ring will be available at the Fair because it’s an RNG-based offer.
You can play mini-games in the Fair to collect enough Star Tokens to buy the ring.
How to Craft Glowstone Rings in Stardew Valley
To create a Glowstone Ring, you need to combinefiveSolar Essenceswith five Iron Bars. to do that, you must first unlock the ring’s recipe by reaching Level 4 for Mining Skill. Once you have the blueprint, add the ingredients to your inventory and drag and drop the band from the Crafting Menu.
Here’s how to get the ingredients:
Best Combo for a Glowstone Ring
An ideal pair for the Glowstone Ring isthe Iridium Band. The two items’ effects stack with each other, giving you maximum reach, light, and power. If you don’t have the Iridium Band, other good options for you areGlow and Magnet Rings. These two bands can maximize your light and magnetic field radius, helping you explore the dungeons with ease.
