In the world of crafting games, there`s often one particularly valuable gem that stands out. In the popular Roblox experience, Prospecting, this gem is undoubtedly the Fire Opal. As a highly sought-after late-game mineral, the Fire Opal is not only worth millions of in-game dollars but is also essential for crafting high-level equipment.
This unique Roblox game, where players engage in a distinctive loop of digging, scooping sand, and then washing it in a river current to uncover precious gems, has rapidly captured widespread attention. However, reaching the point where you can acquire the Fire Opal requires significant dedication and grinding. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of obtaining this rare gem in Prospecting.
Obtaining Fire Opal in Prospecting
This incredibly valuable gem, fetching a remarkable $1.6 million per kilogram in-game, can be discovered in three specific areas: the Infernal Heart, Volcanic Sands, and The Magma Furnace. Despite its presence in these distinct regions, the chances of actually finding a Fire Opal are extraordinarily low. It`s not uncommon for players to undertake hundreds, or even thousands, of attempts before they finally locate one of these elusive minerals.
These challenging odds make the Flame Priest quest, which necessitates finding and delivering a single Fire Opal, quite dependent on player luck. Nevertheless, the reward provided by the priest makes the effort worthwhile: you will receive protection against the intense heat of the volcano, significantly easing further exploration in these scorching hot zones.
Reaching the Volcanic Sands
Given the slim chances of finding Fire Opal regardless of the area, we highly recommend concentrating your efforts in the Volcanic Sands. To access this region, you must first unlock the Ferryman at the Fortune River, which is the game`s second primary location. The Ferryman will then transport you to Caldera Island, where the Volcanic Sands are situated. To progress the story and eventually gain safe passage across the sea, ensure you complete the Lighthouse quest.
The Volcanic Sands is the preferred location for Fire Opal hunting because its toughness requirement is one level lower than other regions, meaning you only need the Meteoric Shovel instead of the more advanced Divine Shovel required elsewhere. While not guaranteed, you could also consider consuming a Luck Potion, available from the nearby alchemist for $1 million, as a way to potentially influence your chances of a rare find.
Acquiring the Meteoric Shovel
The Meteoric Shovel can be purchased from the Town Store for $4 million. This tool features a Toughness rating of 4, a Dig Strength of 7, and a Dig Speed of 1.5.
Functionally, it serves as a reliable mid-game shovel. You may not need to rush to acquire the Diamond Shovel that follows it if you are close to accumulating enough funds for one of the top-tier options like the Divine, Earthbreaker, or Dragonflame Shovels. However, upgrading from the Meteoric Shovel to one of these three advanced tools is eventually necessary, as later regions in the game demand a shovel with a Toughness rating of at least five.
Fire Opal Crafting Recipes in Prospecting
As of the current game version, only a limited number of recipes require the Fire Opal. However, there`s a strong possibility that future updates will expand this list. Additionally, new regions might be introduced that offer better odds for finding Fire Opals, while simultaneously introducing even rarer minerals. We will update this guide as new information becomes available.
Here are the current crafting recipes that utilize Fire Opal:
Phoenix Wings Recipe
- Cost to make: $65,000,000
- Fire Opal x2
- Flarebloom x1
- Cinnabar x1
Phoenix Wings Stats
- Luck: 100-300
- Capacity: -80 – -40
Solar Ring Recipe
Cost to make: $90,000,000
- Vortessence x1
- Fire Opal x2
- Volcanic Core x1
- Pyronium x10
Solar Ring Stats
- Luck: 20-100
- Dig Strength: 2-8
- Dig Speed: -30% – -10%
- Shake Strength: 0-2
- Shake Speed: -30% – -10%
- Modifier Boost: 5% – 20%