Stardew Valley’s update 1.6 has introduced a host of new features and content, including four exciting new fish species for players to discover. This article dives deep into the details of these new additions, providing comprehensive information on where to find them, the best techniques for catching them, and their various uses in the game. Whether you’re looking to complete your fishing collection or simply want to explore the latest aquatic life in Stardew Valley, this guide will help you reel in every new fish with ease.
Stardew Valley’s update 1.6 has brought several exciting new fish to discover, and among them, the Goby fish stands out for its unique catch mechanics and versatile uses. Here’s everything you need to know about finding, catching, and utilizing the Goby fish in your Stardew Valley adventures.
Location and Seasons
The Goby fish can be found at the bottom of the waterfalls in southern Cindersap Forest. Specifically, you’ll need to head to the area just east of the Abandoned House. What makes the Goby particularly appealing is that it can be caught during any season, making it a year-round target for dedicated anglers.
Fishing Techniques
Catching a Goby requires a bit of strategy due to the various factors that influence your success rate. Here’s a breakdown of the best techniques:
- Without Training Rod: When fishing in the correct area, you have a base 15% chance to hook a Goby. This is a decent starting point but can be significantly improved.
- Curiosity Lure: Using this lure boosts your chances to 30%. It’s a simple yet effective way to increase your catch rate.
- Goby Bait: Unlike other fish, the Goby’s locational chance is not multiplied by the usual 66% when using Goby Bait. Instead, it provides a static 20% increase. This means you can achieve a 35-46% chance of hooking a Goby with Goby Bait alone.
- Stacking Effects: For the best results, combine the Curiosity Lure and Goby Bait. This combination can give you a 50-61% chance to hook a Goby, making it much easier to catch this elusive fish.
Uses of Goby Fish
Once you’ve successfully caught a Goby, there are several ways you can utilize it:
- Sewing Machine: The Goby can be used in the spool of the Sewing Machine to create the unique Fish Shirt. This adds a stylish and functional piece of clothing to your wardrobe.
- Dyeing: The Goby serves as an orange dye at the dye pots located in Emily’s and Haley’s house at 2 Willow Lane. Additionally, it can be used as a brown dye when combined with a dyeable clothing item in the Sewing Machine.
Fish Pond Details
The Goby can also be placed in a Fish Pond, where it will reproduce every 4 days. Here are some key details about raising Goby in a pond:
- Initial Pond Capacity: The pond starts with a capacity of 3 fish.
- Expansion: The capacity can be increased to 10 by completing three specific quests.
- Output: The only possible output from a Goby Fish Pond is orange Goby Roe, which can be a valuable addition to your farm’s produce.
Size and Requirements
- Theoretical Maximum Size: The Goby has a theoretical maximum size of 13 inches.
- Actual Maximum Size: Due to the fishing zone’s constraints (maximum Zone of 2), it is impossible to catch a Goby longer than 11 inches in actual gameplay.
- Fishing Level: A Fishing level of at least 16 is required to catch an 11-inch Goby.
Sea Jelly
The Sea Jelly is a valuable addition to Stardew Valley’s aquatic life. Here’s a breakdown of the essential details about finding, catching, and using Sea Jelly in the game.
Basic Information
- Availability: Sea Jelly can be caught during all seasons.
- Fishing Locations:
- Beach
- Beach Farm
- Submarine ride at the Night Market
- Ginger Island West (ocean), South, Southeast, and the Pirate Cove
Fishing Techniques
To maximize your chances of catching a Sea Jelly, consider these strategies:
- Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff significantly increases your chances of catching Sea Jelly. Daily luck does not affect the catch rate.
- Best Location: The Beach on Ginger Island West using a Training Rod offers the highest catch rates. Only Sea Jelly and Snake Skull can be caught here, given all other fish have a difficulty of 50 or higher.
- Catch Rates:
- Base Chance: 10% of random values result in a successful Sea Jelly catch.
- With Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff increases the chance by 5%. With +8 Luck, 50% of random values will result in a successful catch.
- Random Value System: The catch rate for Sea Jelly is predetermined and changes only when catching a Cave, River, or Sea Jelly, or any fish. After catching Trash, switch to a different rod to catch a fish and reset the value before switching back to the Training Rod.
Uses of Sea Jelly
Sea Jelly has several uses in Stardew Valley:
- Dyeing:
- Blue Dye: At the dye pots in Emily’s and Haley’s house.
- Cyan Dye: When used in the spool of the Sewing Machine with a dyeable clothing item.
- Trade: The Bookseller may trade 3 Sea Jelly for 1 Jewels Of The Sea if the player has earned the power from that book.
- Fish Pond Quest: One Sea Jelly is requested by Flounder in a Fish Pond quest to increase the capacity from 5 to 10.
- Gift: Can be gifted by a pet turtle with max friendship.
Cave Jelly
Cave Jelly is a unique item in Stardew Valley, offering various uses and benefits. Here’s a breakdown of the essential details about finding, catching, and using Cave Jelly in the game.
Basic Information
- Availability: Cave Jelly can be caught during all seasons.
- Fishing Locations:
- Mines: Floors 20, 60, and 100.
Fishing Techniques
To maximize your chances of catching a Cave Jelly, consider these strategies:
- Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff significantly increases your chances of catching Cave Jelly. Daily luck does not affect the catch rate.
- Best Location: Floor 100 of the Mines provides the highest catch rates, where the possible catches are Cave Jelly, Lava Eel, and Trash.
- Avoid Training Rod: The Training Rod eliminates Cave Jelly and Lava Eel from possible catches, so use any other fishing rod.
- Fishing Closer to Shore: Reduces the chance of catching a Lava Eel, thereby marginally increasing the chance of catching Cave Jelly.
Catch Rates:
- Base Chance: 5% of casts that do not catch a Lava Eel will result in a Cave Jelly catch.
- With Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff increases this chance by 5%. With +5 Luck, 30% of non-Lava Eel catches will be Cave Jelly.
- Random Value System: Unlike other locations, the random value for catching Cave Jelly is not predetermined, meaning you have a consistent chance based on your current buffs and location conditions.
Uses of Cave Jelly
Cave Jelly has several uses in Stardew Valley:
- Dyeing:
- Red Dye: At the dye pots in Emily’s and Haley’s house.
- Red Dye in Sewing Machine: When used in the spool of the Sewing Machine with a dyeable clothing item.
- Trade: The Bookseller may trade 3 Cave Jelly for 1 Jewels Of The Sea if the player has earned the power from that book.
River Jelly
River Jelly is a notable addition to Stardew Valley’s array of aquatic species, offering various uses and benefits. Here’s a breakdown of the essential details about finding, catching, and using River Jelly in the game.
Basic Information
- Availability: River Jelly can be caught during all seasons.
- Fishing Locations:
- Pelican Town River
- Cindersap Forest River
- Mountain Lake
- Cindersap Forest Pond
- Desert Pond
- Secret Woods Pond
- Ginger Island West (freshwater) and North
- All Farm Maps except Standard and Beach Farm Maps
Fishing Techniques
To maximize your chances of catching a River Jelly, consider these strategies:
- Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff significantly increases your chances of catching River Jelly. Daily luck does not affect the catch rate.
- Best Location: The freshwater pond in Ginger Island West using a Training Rod offers the highest catch rates. Only River Jelly and Snake Skull can be caught here, given all other fish have a difficulty of 50 or higher.
- Catch Rates:
- Base Chance: 10% of random values result in a successful River Jelly catch.
- With Luck Buff: Each level of Luck Buff increases the chance by 5%. With +8 Luck, 50% of random values will result in a successful catch.
- Random Value System: The catch rate for River Jelly is predetermined and changes only when catching a Cave, River, or Sea Jelly, or any fish. After catching Trash, switch to a different rod to catch a fish and reset the value before switching back to the Training Rod
Uses of River Jelly
River Jelly has several uses in Stardew Valley:
- Dyeing:
- Green Dye: At the dye pots in Emily’s and Haley’s house.
- Green Dye in Sewing Machine: When used in the spool of the Sewing Machine with a dyeable clothing item.
- Trade: The Bookseller may trade 3 River Jelly for 1 Jewels Of The Sea if the player has earned the power from that book.
- Fish Pond Quest: One River Jelly is requested by Midnight Carp in a Fish Pond quest to increase the capacity from 5 to 10.
- Gift: Can be gifted by a pet cat with max friendship
The 1.6 update to Stardew Valley introduces an array of exciting new fish, each with unique characteristics and uses. The Goby fish, Sea Jelly, Cave Jelly, and River Jelly all add new layers of depth to the fishing mechanics and gameplay experience. Whether you are looking to enhance your fishing skills, expand your dyeing options, or complete new quests, these additions offer plenty of opportunities for exploration and enjoyment. By understanding the best techniques and optimal locations for catching these new fish, you can maximize your success and make the most of the latest updates to the game.
