👹 Shadow Brute

The Shadow Brute is a powerful monster in Stardew Valley, belonging to the Shadow People. They are hulking melee attackers found in the deeper levels of the Mines, where they pose a serious threat to unprepared players. Shadow Brutes charge toward the player and deal heavy contact damage.

While slower than some enemies, their durability and damage make them dangerous, especially when paired with Shadow Shamans who can heal them.

📊 Stats

• HP: 300
• Damage: 18–25
• Defense: 2
• Speed: 1
• XP: 20

🌍 Location

• Found in the Mines (Levels 80–119).
• Appear in the Dangerous Mines after activating the Shrine of Challenge.
• Often encountered alongside Shadow Shamans.

🎁 Drops

• Void Essence (common)
• Coal (occasional)
• Gold Ore (rare)
• Dwarf Scrolls (rare)
• Small chance to drop rings or rare loot

✨ Abilities

• Charges at the player when in range.
• High melee damage compared to other Mine monsters.
• Can be healed by Shadow Shamans, prolonging battles.

💡 Tips & Strategies

• Use knockback weapons or a hammer special attack to keep them at a distance.
• Eliminate Shadow Shamans first to prevent Brutes from being healed.
• Strong food for healing is recommended when fighting groups of Brutes.
• Counts toward the Adventurer’s Guild goal of defeating 150 Shadow creatures.