As you navigate the main storyline of The Forge, you will encounter a quest that demands you find a rare resource known as Eye Ore. Given its elusive nature, you may not have come across it yet. Acquiring Eye Ore can be quite challenging, particularly if you’re not maximizing your character’s stats. Without proper preparation, your initial attempts at mining this ore could take considerable time.
Fortunately, by following some effective strategies, you can significantly enhance your likelihood of successfully mining Eye Ore and advancing in Captain Rowan’s quest.
Understanding Eye Ore in The Forge
If you haven’t yet encountered it or are unclear about its purpose, let’s clarify: Eye Ore is classified as a Legendary Ore, essential for completing one of Captain Rowan’s quests within the main storyline set in the Forgotten Kingdom.
To locate Captain Rowan, spawn in the Forgotten Kingdom and turn right. Proceed along the path until you arrive at the Ruined Cave. Across from this cave, you will find Captain Rowan waiting in a tent. Interact with him to embark on various quests, which predominantly involve battling enemies and collecting specific items. Notably, the third quest presents the biggest challenge, as it requires acquiring a piece of Eye Ore.
Acquiring Eye Ore
Eye Ore is found within the Ruined Cave of the Forgotten Kingdom. You can mine it from several rock types located there, including:
- Basalt Rock
- Basalt Core
- Basalt Vein
- Volcanic Rock
If you have been mining these rocks without any luck finding Eye Ore, the reason is its exceedingly low drop rate.
Mining Odds for Eye Ore
The chances of obtaining Eye Ore are dishearteningly low—at a mere 1 in 1, 333 chance per mining attempt. This translates to a minuscule 0.00075% probability of encountering the ore! Nevertheless, by employing several strategies, you can increase your odds and minimize the grind associated with finding this elusive resource.
Optimal Strategies for Mining Eye Ore
The key to successfully mining this rare ore lies in enhancing your luck stat by using Luck Potions. You can purchase these potions for $350 each at the potion seller’s stand located in both the Forgotten Kingdom and Stonewake’s Cross. Consuming these potions can significantly improve the spawn rate of rare ores, making your hunt for Eye Ore much more fruitful.
While Luck Potions are effective, consider other methods to further expedite your mining efforts. Rerolling your character to play as a Dwarf can provide tangible benefits: Dwarves possess a unique perk that increases mining damage, allowing you to mine at a faster rate.
Additionally, ensure you have the most efficient pickaxe available. Once equipped with your ideal pickaxe, it’s advisable to equip any Miner Shards you might own using the Runemaker shop, conveniently located near the spawn in the Forgotten Kingdom—head straight past the potion vendor, take a left when you spot the anvil, and you’ll find the shop.
Despite these enhancements, patience remains your biggest ally as mining Eye Ore may still require considerable time. As long as you continue to extract from those four designated rock sources in the Ruined Cave, your perseverance will soon pay off. Keep grinding, as the thrill of acquiring Eye Ore is immensely rewarding.
Once you have proudly secured a piece of Eye Ore, you might want to complete your resource index. For more assistance, refer to our index and ore location guide. Alternatively, reward yourself for this achievement by visiting our The Forge codes page for exciting rerolls.
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