This guide details how to obtain and utilize Prismatic Shards in Stardew Valley, updated for version 1.6. These rare, rainbow-colored gemstones are valuable for crafting, gifting, and completing quests.

Prismatic Shard Locations:

Several locations offer a chance to find Prismatic Shards, though the probability varies significantly:

• Mines (Bottom): 0.05% chance of dropping from any monster after reaching the bottom.
• Fish Ponds (Rainbow Trout): 0.09% chance from the chum bucket (requires at least 9 Rainbow Trout).
• Skull Cavern: 0.1% chance from Serpents and Mummies (pre-Combat Level 10) or Wilderness/Iridium Golems (post-Combat Level 10).
• Geodes/Mystery Boxes: 0.4% chance from Omni Geodes or Mystery Boxes; 0.79% from Golden Mystery Boxes.
• Iridium Nodes: 3.5% chance from Iridium Nodes in Skull Cavern, Volcano Dungeon, or Quarry.
• Treasure Chests (Skull Cavern): Approximately 3.8% chance.
• Mystic Nodes: 25% chance from Mystic Nodes (dark blue stones with curlicue patterns) in Skull Cavern, Quarry, or Mines (level 100+).
• Meteorites: 25% chance from a meteorite landing on your farm.
• Volcano Dungeon (First Completion): One shard in a chest upon first reaching the end.
• Desert Festival (Emily's Stall): One shard for 500 Calico Eggs (if Emily has a stall).

The most reliable method is the Statue of True Perfection, yielding one shard daily after achieving 100% perfection (see a separate guide for details).

Prismatic Shard Uses:

Prismatic Shards have diverse applications:

• Museum Donation: Contributes to the "Complete Collection" achievement.
• Selling: Yields 2000g each.
• Crafting: Ingredient for the Missing Bundle (Movie Theater unlock) and the Wedding Ring (multiplayer).
• Gifting: A "Loved" gift for most villagers (except Haley).
• Galaxy Sword: Transforms into the Galaxy Sword when used at the three obelisks in the Calico Desert.
• Weapon Enchantment: Used with Cinder Shards to enchant weapons at the Volcano Forge on Ginger Island.
• Trading: Can be traded for Magic Rock Candy (Calico Desert trader) or used in a dark ritual at the Witch's Hut (consequences apply!).
• Quests: Required for Mr. Qi's Four Precious Stones quest.

This updated guide provides comprehensive information on acquiring and utilizing Prismatic Shards in Stardew Valley. Remember to consult other guides for detailed strategies on achieving 100% perfection and completing related quests.