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When players first start in Stardew Valley, they'll probably find themselves running out of energy very quickly each day. Energy-intensive activities like planting new crops, watering them, mining, and fishing will drain the energy bar extremely quickly, leaving farmers with plenty of time in the day but not enough energy to do much.

Luckily, there is a way to increase maximum energy permanently: Stardrops! These mystical purple fruits will add 34 max energy points to the player's energy bar — permanently. There are seven of them in total, meaning a total maximum energy stat of 508 points. Since players start with 270 max energy at the beginning of the game, this is quite the jump. So, anyone looking for these powerful items can find them in the following locations!

Stardew Valley Fair Shop

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Likely the first Stardrop that many people will encounter, this one can be found for sale at the Stardew Valley Fair on Fall 16. However, it cannot be purchased with gold, and instead must be exchanged for Star Tokens. These are the Fair's currency and can be earned by playing mini-games, participating in the Grange Display contest, or just outright purchasing them.

The Stardrop available here is sold for 2,000 Star Tokens, which is hefty — achieving first place in the Grange Display contest awards 1,000 Star Tokens, which is only half the number needed. Players will need to participate in the other activities to earn enough, or purchase them.

For help with the Fair, earning enough tokens, and winning the Grange Display contest, expand this section:

Krobus's Shop

Krobus Stardrop Stardew Valley

Another Stardrop for sale is found in the Sewers, listed in Krobus' shop stock for 20,000 gold.

To unlock the Sewers, players need to find the Rusty Key. This key is given by Gunther after 60 items have been donated to the Museum.

Your Spouse/Roommate

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After marrying one of the 12 romance candidates in the game, the upper parts of their friendship meters unlock, maxing out at 14 hearts. Once the player reaches 12.5 hearts with them, they'll give them a Stardrop.

Players who choose to have Krobus move in instead of getting married will also receive the Stardrop from him at 12.5 hearts.

In a multiplayer game, players can marry each other. In this case, they'll both receive a Stardrop in the mail the day after their wedding.

Unfortunately, divorcing a spouse and remarrying will not allow for another Stardrop.

Old Master Cannoli

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Players who find their way into the Secret Woods will stumble upon a statue sitting on the west side of the area. This is Old Master Cannoli, and, when interacted with, he'll mention that he's looking for "the sweetest taste." In this case, he's referring to a Sweet Gem Berry. Giving him one will result in a Stardrop, as a gift from Old Master Cannoli.

Sweet Gem Berries can be grown by planting a Rare Seed in the Fall, in a Garden Pot, or in the Greenhouse. Rare Seeds can only be purchased from the Traveling Cart.

Master Angler

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Stardew Valley's fishing mechanic is infamously difficult, but players looking to max out their energy will need to get the hang of it sooner or later. This is because a Stardrop is awarded to the player by Willy after they earn the Master Angler achievement.

What is this achievement given for? Well — catching every fish in the game, of course. This includes the Legendary Fish, a Slime Jack, a Void Salmon, a Lava Eel, and everything else. Some of these fish are extremely, extremely difficult to catch, so get practicing!

It's important to note that a few species of fish are only accessible after finishing the Community Center or the Joja Community Development Form. A Void Salmon can only be caught in the Witch's Swamp, for example, which only becomes accessible to the player in the post-game.

The Mines, Floor 100

Mines 100 Stardrops

While hunting for that Lava Eel for the Master Angler achievement, players will need to head all the way down to the 100th floor of the Pelican Town Mines.

The first time this floor is reached, there will be a chest waiting with a Stardrop inside!

Completing the Museum

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This final Stardrop is up there with the Master Angler Stardrop in terms of how long it takes to acquire. For this one, players must complete the Museum collection, which includes 95 items — 53 Minerals/Gems and 42 Artifacts.

This is definitely one of the more long-term goals of the game, but it will lead to that tasty, tasty Stardrop and a massive sense of accomplishment, so it's definitely worth the trouble.

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