💜 Iridium Scythe

The Iridium Scythe is the final upgrade to the Scythe in Stardew Valley. It was introduced in Update 1.6 and can be obtained as a reward from Grandpa’s Mastery System after achieving Farming Mastery. The Iridium Scythe offers the widest cutting range, a guaranteed hay yield, and the ability to harvest crops directly with unparalleled efficiency.

⚒️ Uses

The Iridium Scythe is significantly more powerful than both the standard Scythe and Golden Scythe:

• Harvests crops directly from tilled soil and Garden Pots
• Clears weeds, grass, and forageables with the widest swing range
• Provides a 100% hay yield from grass when a Silo is present
• Deals 20 damage, higher than other scythes
• Consumes no Energy, allowing unlimited use

📍 Acquisition

The Iridium Scythe is obtained through the Mastery System:

• Unlock Grandpa’s Mastery System by reaching level 10 in all five skills
• Earn a point in Farming Mastery
• Enter Grandpa’s Secret Room in Cindersap Forest
• Select the Farming reward to permanently receive the Iridium Scythe

💡 Tips & Strategies

• Essential for large-scale farming — harvests multiple crops at once
• Maximize hay production by always cutting grass with it
• Best used in Skull Cavern prep — clears Fiber quickly with no Energy cost
• Permanent upgrade; keep it in your tool inventory at all times