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How Do I Get Void Essence in Stardew Valley? A Comprehensive Guide

Void Essence is a crucial item in Stardew Valley, used for crafting powerful items, completing quests, and even as a loved gift for certain characters. If you’re finding yourself short on this dark and mysterious substance, don’t worry! This guide will explain every way you can acquire Void Essence, ensuring you’re never without it.

The direct and most comprehensive answer to “How do I get Void Essence?” is that you can obtain it through the following methods:

Monster Drops: Defeat specific monsters, such as Shadow Brutes, Shadow Shamans, Void Spirits, and Serpents.
Krobus’ Shop: Purchase Void Essence directly from Krobus at his shop in the Sewers.
Fish Pond Production: If you have a fish pond with Void Salmon, there is a chance for your fish to produce Void Essence when the pond population reaches 8 or more.
Item Code (using a trick): Use an item code to gain the item in a “cheaty” way.

Let’s explore each of these methods in more detail.

Acquiring Void Essence Through Combat

The Monsters to Hunt

The most consistent way to obtain Void Essence initially is through combat. Certain monsters have a chance to drop this coveted item when defeated. The primary enemies that drop Void Essence include:

Shadow Brutes: These are found deep in the Mines and are quite durable so you’ll want to go prepared.
Shadow Shamans: These spellcasters also reside in the deeper levels of the mines, so be cautious of their magic attacks.
Void Spirits: These elusive creatures can be found in the higher levels of the mines and can sometimes prove difficult to hit.
Serpents: These are dangerous creatures that dwell within the Skull Cavern.

Each of these monsters is significantly more challenging than the earlier monsters in the game, so ensure you are well-equipped with powerful weapons and upgraded armor before venturing out to hunt for Void Essence. The deeper you delve into the mines or the Skull Cavern, the more likely you are to encounter these enemies.

Buying Void Essence From Krobus

The Underground Shop

One of the most reliable methods for acquiring Void Essence is by purchasing it from Krobus. To access Krobus’s shop, you need to unlock the Sewers by obtaining the Rusty Key (given as a reward by Gunther once you’ve donated 60 items to the museum). Once inside the Sewers, you’ll find Krobus living there, and you can access his shop every day.

Krobus sells 10 units of Void Essence for 100g each. This is a quick and convenient way to stock up on Void Essence, especially when you don’t feel like grinding for it in the mines or skull cavern.

Daily Limit

Keep in mind that Krobus has a daily limit of 10 Void Essence per player. If you need large quantities, you’ll need to visit him on multiple days or rely on other methods. However, this is still a very convenient and reliable way to obtain this resource, particularly in the early to mid-game, when you are still building your defenses and finding it difficult to handle the various monsters that drop the resource.

Void Salmon and Fish Ponds

The Fishy Method

Another slightly less reliable but still viable method for obtaining Void Essence is through a Fish Pond. Once you unlock the ability to create a Fish Pond on your farm, you can start raising Void Salmon. If you manage to reach a population of eight or more Void Salmon in the pond, there is a chance that they will produce 5-10 units of Void Essence occasionally. This method is passive but does require time and resources to achieve a larger pond population of Void Salmon and requires that you catch the fish.

Fishing Tips

To catch Void Salmon, you must head to the Witch’s Swamp. They can be found during any season. Once you reach a good pond population, you’ll likely have a stable supply of Void Essence without having to hunt for it or purchase it. This is a good way to obtain the item and the other valuable fish products they make in the process.

Using an Item Code (The “Cheaty” Way)

A Hidden Trick

While it might feel like cheating to some, Stardew Valley allows players to input item codes through a unique method. By naming an animal purchased from Marnie’s Ranch using the item code of an item, the player is granted a copy of the item when the name is registered with Marnie. The item code for Void Essence is [769].

To use this trick, go to Marnie’s Ranch, and purchase a Chicken. Then, when Marnie prompts you to name the animal, type [769]. Once you confirm the name, the game will give you a Void Essence, and the animal can still be named again afterwards. This method is only available once per animal.

Usage Notes

While this is certainly the easiest way to obtain Void Essence, it’s not an authentic way of acquiring it. Use at your own discretion as it may take away from the core game loop of gathering materials through farming, fighting, and fishing, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some common questions regarding Void Essence, to further expand your understanding of this item:

What is Void Essence used for? Void Essence is primarily used in crafting. Specifically, it’s required for crafting the Mega Bomb (1 Void Essence needed), and the Iridium Band (50 Void Essence needed). It’s also a loved gift for the Wizard.
What do I do with a Void Egg in Stardew Valley? A Void Egg can be placed in a Big or Deluxe Coop’s incubator to hatch a Void Chicken. Void Chickens will then lay Void Eggs, just like regular chickens.
How do I get a Void Egg? A Void Egg can be found in the mines, in treasure chests while fishing, and can sometimes appear when you have a witch’s event in your chicken coop.
Is Void Essence purple? Yes, Void Essence has a distinct purple color in the game. It has been compared to being the color equivalent of blueberries or cherry bombs.
Where can I find Void Salmon? Void Salmon can be found in the Witch’s Swamp during all seasons.
What does Vincent love in Stardew Valley? Vincent loves items like Cranberry Crunch, Grape, Pink Cake, Prism Shard, and Rabbit’s foot.
Who loves Void Essence in Stardew Valley? The Wizard loves Void Essence. It’s one of his favorite gifts.
How do you get to the Sewers? To unlock the Sewers you must donate at least 60 items to the museum. Gunther will then give you the Rusty Key, which unlocks the Sewers located in the south side of town, just below the museum.
Can you buy Void Essence? Yes, you can buy up to 10 Void Essence from Krobus in the Sewers each day for 100g each.
What monsters drop Solar Essence? Solar Essence is dropped by monsters such as Ghosts, Metal Heads, Squid Kids, Blue Squids, Mummies, and Hot Heads.
What does Krobus look like? Krobus is a shadowy figure with large, glowing white eyes. He is a friendly monster and is always in the Sewers.
Can you marry Krobus? No, you cannot marry Krobus. However, you can invite him to be your roommate, after which he will act similarly to a spouse.
Is Krobus asexual? Krobus is considered an aromantic asexual character, who lives alone in the sewers. This is a fun fact for anyone looking for a relationship that isn’t romance focused.
Who is the best spouse in Stardew Valley? The “best” spouse is subjective, however, many players love Abigail for her adventurous spirit and enjoy exploring with her in the mines. She is also the only spouse who will join you in the mines to fight monsters. Other players praise Emily for her positive nature.
Who is the hardest person to marry in Stardew Valley? Many players consider Haley the most challenging character to marry, due to her initially rude and snobbish behavior.

By combining all of these methods, you’ll have no problem stocking up on this important crafting material in Stardew Valley. Happy farming!

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