How to Clear Your Krobus Memory: A Guide to Forgetting (and Possibly Regretting)

So, you’re looking to erase your shared history with Krobus, the friendly shadow person from Stardew Valley. Maybe he’s moved out, maybe you’ve decided his presence is cramping your style with your spouse, or maybe you just want a fresh start (no judgment!). The short answer is, you can’t directly “clear” Krobus’s memory. There isn’t an in-game mechanic specifically designed to make him forget your friendship. However, you can remove him as a roommate and impact your future interactions, though the game doesn’t offer a full-blown mind-wipe. Let’s delve deeper into the process and the consequences.

Removing Krobus as a Roommate: The Eviction Process

The only way to truly separate from Krobus and effectively “clear” his presence from your home is to evict him. This is done by visiting the Wizard’s Tower and interacting with the Dark Shrine of Selfishness. This shrine allows you to remove a roommate, but be warned: it comes at a cost.

The Price of Forgetting (Sort Of)

Using the Dark Shrine of Selfishness requires a payment of 200 Void Essence. Void Essence is obtained primarily from monsters in the Mines, Skull Cavern, and Volcano Dungeon. Once you’ve gathered the required materials, interact with the shrine. You will receive a confirmation prompt asking if you are sure you want to evict your roommate. Selecting “Yes” will trigger Krobus’s departure.

What Happens After the Eviction?

After Krobus is evicted, he returns to living in the Sewers. Your friendship with him is not entirely reset, but he will no longer acknowledge having lived with you. He offers the same dialogue options and services as he did before moving in, treating you like any other acquaintance. This is the closest you get to clearing his “memory” – not a true mind-wipe, but a return to a previous state of familiarity without the baggage of cohabitation.

Krobus and the Illusion of Memory Loss: A Deeper Dive

While the in-game dialogue suggests Krobus doesn’t remember living with you, it’s more accurate to say he doesn’t acknowledge it. This distinction is crucial. The game mechanics treat him as though he’s forgotten, but the narrative ambiguity leaves room for interpretation. Perhaps he chooses not to discuss it, or perhaps the magical effects of the eviction subtly alter his perception. Whatever the case, don’t expect heart-wrenching dialogue about lost memories. Krobus will simply be Krobus, sewer-dwelling friend.

Weighing the Decision: Is Evicting Krobus the Right Choice?

Before banishing your shadowy friend, consider the consequences. Krobus offers several unique benefits as a roommate:

• He sells rare and valuable items in his sewer shop, including Void Eggs and Iridium Krobus.
• He cannot become jealous if you give gifts to other marriage candidates.
• He takes up no space in your bed, unlike a spouse.
• He provides a unique, non-traditional relationship option.

Removing him eliminates these benefits. Think carefully about your motivations and whether the benefits outweigh the desire for him to be “gone.” This decision depends entirely on your playstyle and priorities. The Games Learning Society, explores how these choices in games can reflect and influence real-world decision-making. You can learn more at GamesLearningSociety.org.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I move Krobus back in after evicting him?

Unfortunately, no. Once Krobus is evicted via the Dark Shrine of Selfishness, he cannot be invited to be your roommate again. Consider this a permanent decision.

2. Does evicting Krobus affect my relationship with other NPCs?

No. The eviction of Krobus only affects your relationship with him. Your relationships with other villagers, including your spouse, remain unchanged.

3. Does evicting Krobus remove his inventory from my house?

No. If Krobus placed any furniture or items in your house, they will remain there after he leaves. You will need to manually remove them yourself.

4. Will Krobus be angry or sad after I evict him?

No. Krobus’s dialogue doesn’t indicate any anger or sadness. He reverts to his standard dialogue from before he moved in, treating you like a regular acquaintance.

5. Can I prevent Krobus from moving out in the first place?

Yes. If you enjoy having Krobus as a roommate, simply avoid visiting the Wizard’s Tower and interacting with the Dark Shrine of Selfishness.

6. Is there a way to completely reset my relationship with Krobus?

No. There is no way to completely reset your friendship level with Krobus back to zero. Even after eviction, your friendship level remains the same, although the benefits of high friendship are negligible since he is no longer a roommate.

7. Does evicting Krobus affect achievements or game completion?

No. Evicting Krobus does not impact any achievements or your overall game completion progress. It is purely a personal choice.

8. What happens if I try to give Krobus a gift after evicting him?

You can still give Krobus gifts after evicting him, and they will affect your friendship level as usual. However, since he can no longer be a roommate, the benefits of high friendship are limited.

9. Can I remarry after evicting Krobus?

This is a bit of a tricky question. You can’t “marry” Krobus in the traditional sense, he’s a roommate. However, if you previously divorced a spouse to have Krobus as a roommate, evicting him will allow you to remarry another eligible bachelor or bachelorette. You’ll need to use the Dark Shrine of Memory at the Witch’s Hut to erase your ex-spouse’s memory of your marriage first.

10. Does the Dark Shrine of Selfishness have any other uses?

No. The Dark Shrine of Selfishness is solely used for evicting roommates.

11. Is there a mod that allows me to completely erase Krobus’s memory?

Potentially. The modding community for Stardew Valley is vast and creative. It’s possible that a mod exists (or could be created) that offers a more complete memory reset for Krobus or other NPCs. However, be aware that using mods can sometimes cause compatibility issues or game instability.

12. Can I evict Krobus on a multiplayer farm?

Yes. The player who invited Krobus to be their roommate can evict him using the Dark Shrine of Selfishness. This decision will only affect that player’s farm.

13. Does evicting Krobus impact future events or cutscenes?

No. Evicting Krobus does not trigger any unique events or cutscenes beyond his departure from your home.

14. Are there any alternative roommates besides Krobus?

No. Krobus is currently the only non-marriageable character who can be invited to be your roommate.

15. Is evicting Krobus reversible in any way?

No. Once the eviction is complete, there is no in-game mechanic to reverse the decision or invite Krobus back to be your roommate. This choice is permanent.