How to Get a Spooky Arch in Animal Crossing: Your Ultimate Guide

The Spooky Arch is a coveted decorative item in Animal Crossing: New Horizons (ACNH), embodying the spirit of Halloween and adding a touch of festive fright to your island. You can acquire this eerie entryway through two primary methods: purchasing it from Nook’s Cranny during October for 18,000 Bells or crafting it yourself using a DIY recipe.

Acquiring the Spooky Arch: A Detailed Look

Method 1: Purchasing from Nook’s Cranny

During the month of October, keep a close eye on the inventory at Nook’s Cranny. This is your chance to directly purchase the Spooky Arch for 18,000 Bells. Remember that Nook’s Cranny’s stock rotates daily, so consistent visits are key. If you’re lucky, you’ll find it available for purchase. This is the simplest method for obtaining the arch, requiring no crafting or gathering of materials.

Method 2: Crafting the Spooky Arch (DIY Recipe)

The more reliable method to obtain the Spooky Arch is through crafting it using a DIY recipe. This recipe can be obtained from villagers during Halloween.

Obtaining the DIY Recipe

Villagers may give you a spooky furniture DIY recipe in exchange for a piece of candy. The DIY recipe can be obtained from villagers during Halloween.

Gathering the Required Materials

Once you have the DIY recipe, you’ll need to gather the following materials:

• 10 Orange Pumpkins: These are grown from pumpkin starts purchased from Nook’s Cranny (during October) or from Leif when he visits your island. Plant, water, and harvest them.
• 10 Hardwood: Chop hardwood trees using an axe.
• 3 Clay: Smash rocks with a shovel.

Crafting the Spooky Arch

Once you have all the materials, head to a DIY workbench and select the Spooky Arch DIY recipe. Combine the materials, and voila! Your very own Spooky Arch is ready to be placed.

Customization Options

The Spooky Arch has 4 variations and can be customized to match your island’s Halloween theme. The arch requires 10 orange pumpkin, 10 pieces of hardwood and 6 customization kits to craft.

FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About Spooky Items in Animal Crossing

1. How do I get other spooky furniture in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?

Many pieces of spooky furniture can be obtained through DIY recipes from villagers during October. Additionally, Jack, the pumpkin king of Halloween, will give you special spooky furniture DIY recipes in exchange for candy and lollipops on Halloween night. Keep an eye out for balloons carrying DIY recipes as well! To learn more about Halloween and video games, check out resources from the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.

2. How do I get candy for Halloween in Animal Crossing?

You can purchase candy from Nook’s Cranny during the month of October. Only one piece of candy can be bought per day, so be sure to stock up! Additionally, you can sometimes receive candy from villagers.

3. What is Jack’s role in the Halloween event?

Jack is the self-proclaimed “Czar of Halloween” in Animal Crossing. On Halloween night (October 31st), he will appear on your island and will reward you with unique items and DIY recipes if you give him candy or lollipops.

4. How do I get lollipops to give to Jack?

The primary way to obtain lollipops is by giving candy to villagers on Halloween night. Sometimes, instead of giving you an item, they will give you a lollipop as a reward.

5. What does the Spooky Fence do in Animal Crossing?

The Spooky Fence is a decorative item that adds a festive touch to your island. It can be placed along the edges of your property or used to create spooky pathways.

6. How do I get the Spooky Fence DIY recipe?

The Spooky Fence DIY recipe can be obtained from villagers during October, from balloons, or by giving candy to villagers on Halloween.

7. What materials are needed to craft the Spooky Fence?

Crafting the Spooky Fence requires 3 orange pumpkins and 5 iron nuggets.

8. How do I get the Spooky Carriage in Animal Crossing?

The Spooky Carriage DIY recipe can be obtained from Jack during the Halloween event on October 31st.

9. What materials are needed to craft the Spooky Carriage?

Crafting the Spooky Carriage requires a significant amount of resources: 30 orange pumpkins, 20 hardwood, 20 softwood, 20 wood, and 10 iron nuggets. It also requires 7 customization kits to craft.

10. Can I customize the Spooky Carriage?

Yes, like many spooky items, the Spooky Carriage can be customized to different color variations.

11. What should I do to prepare for Halloween in Animal Crossing?

To prepare for Halloween, purchase masks from the Able Sisters and candy from Nook’s Cranny throughout October. Grow plenty of orange pumpkins and be ready to interact with villagers and Jack on Halloween night. Speaking to villagers during October may reveal to the player what they are scared of.

12. What is the point of wearing a mask on Halloween in Animal Crossing?

Wearing a mask on Halloween night is part of the fun! It adds to the festive atmosphere and can sometimes influence how villagers react to you. The player’s goal is to scare the villagers in their town.

13. What is the Spooky Trick Lamp and what does it do?

The Spooky Trick Lamp is a miscellaneous furniture item that is part of the Spooky Series. As a miscellaneous item, it can be placed on either the ground or on the surfaces of tables and other similar furniture items that have surfaces for items.

14. How many Spooky DIY recipes are there in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?

There are many Spooky DIY recipes to collect. Some sources claim around 23, but this may depend on updates and content. Be diligent in interacting with villagers and balloons to collect them all.

15. Should I always give candy to Jack and the villagers on Halloween?

Yes! Giving candy to Jack will reward you with unique items and DIY recipes, while giving candy to villagers will also reward you with items, including lollipops, which are crucial for obtaining exclusive rewards from Jack. It’s a win-win situation for everyone!

Obtaining the Spooky Arch and other Halloween-themed items in Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a fun and rewarding experience. By following these tips and tricks, you’ll be well on your way to creating the spookiest island on the block. Happy Halloween!