💜 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