Embark on a journey to uncover hidden secrets in the ever-expanding world of Stardew Valley. The latest update, 1.6, introduces players to the enigmatic Mayor's Basement, unveiling Lewis's well-kept secret that triggers a chain of events in Pelican Town.
Unlocking the Mayor's Basement is a relatively straightforward process. By cultivating a friendship level of at least two hearts with the mayor and crafting a ladder, players gain access to this intriguing location. However, the real challenge begins upon entering, as players navigate through a maze, engage in battles, and unravel new dialogues, with a rewarding experience awaiting at the end.
Unlocking the Mayor's Basement
To access the Mayor's Basement in Stardew Valley, establishing a bond with Lewis is essential. Interact with him, offer gifts, and reach a friendship level of two hearts to gain entry into his house and ultimately, his bedroom. Once the friendship milestone is reached, proceed to the room on the right.
Visit the Mayor's Manor between 8:30 am and 10 pm, or anytime if you possess the Key to the Town. Additionally, craft a Staircase using 99 Stone, and place it strategically in the bedroom to teleport to the Mayor's Basement.
Upon arrival, players find themselves in a dimly lit labyrinth, advised to carry torches for illumination. Navigating through the maze leads to discovering the Lucky Purple Shorts. Acquiring these shorts triggers the appearance of the spectral Purple Shorts ghost, initiating a chase until the player exits the basement.
Utilizing the Lucky Purple Shorts
The Lucky Purple Shorts offer various possibilities for interaction within Stardew Valley:
- Exchange the shorts at the Stardew Valley Fair for 750 Star Tokens, in alignment with Lewis's bargain.
- Insert the Lucky Purple Shorts as a bobber while fishing to obtain a unique Lucky Purple Shorts bobber.
- Include the shorts in the Luau soup for special dialogues with the Governor and Lewis.
- Enhance the shorts with a gold bar to create Trimmed Lucky Purple Shorts, offering distinctive reactions from Marnie and Lewis when worn.
- Gift the Lucky Purple Shorts to Lewis, who will proudly wear them on Ginger Island.