If you want to add Cave Jelly to your collection in Stardew Valley, I’ve got a guide on where to find and how to catch them. These rare creatures are a challenge to catch, but with the right strategy, you can add them to your inventory.
Where to Find Cave Jelly in Stardew Valley
Cave Jelly can be found in the mines but not any old spot in the mines will do. You’ll want to be on level 20, level 60, and level 100. Only at these levels, you can access the underground water sources teeming with… mostly trash, but also the rare Cave Jelly.
But the odds are not exactly in your favor. Cave Jelly has a measly 5% chance of appearing rather than a trash item when you’re fishing in these pools. In Stardew Valley, the trash itself is already a rare catch. So, it is quite a challenge to locate a Jelly. It seems hard work, but the payoff is worth the effort.
Not only is catching all three types of Jellies a quest in itself, but you’ll also need one of each to craft the ever-useful Fish Smoker. Moreover, consuming Cave Jelly boosts your luck (+1 Luck), and gives a nice boost to your energy and health.
How to Catch Cave Jelly in Stardew Valley
Start by equipping the best fishing pole you have; this is non-negotiable. Next, stock up on deluxe bait and dressed spinners from Willy‘s shop. These items are essential to lure in the Jellies. But there’s another secret ingredient to your success: luck. Before heading down to these underground lakes, indulge in a Lucky Lunch or any other luck-boosting item that can level up your chances of a successful catch. A solid Luck Buff, say +5, your odds of obtaining a Jelly at level 100 in the mines could jump up to 30%.
And, of course, use the mine elevator to swiftly get to your desired fishing spot. Even with your inventory rightly prepped, patience is important. You might find yourself casting your line for quite a while before a Jelly decides to bite. Hence, packing some stamina-restoring snacks is a smart move. You’ll need all the energy you can get to keep casting that line.
Catching Cave Jelly is a true test of patience and preparation in Stardew Valley. There are also other ways to get it. If you have a Lava Eel Fish Pond with a population of at least 8, you could get a Jelly right from your farm. Or, you can purchase it from a Bookseller by trading Jewels of the Sea. Just make sure you’ve unlocked that option with the book power first.
