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Stardew Valley Spring 5 Unlock
Access / Landslide removal, Mountain entrance, and Rusty Sword
The Mines are blocked by debris until Spring 5 Year 1, when the entrance in the Mountains opens. The first visit introduces Marlon and gives the Rusty Sword, turning mining into a combined ore, combat, and elevator route.
Facts and route notes
Category: Access
Focus: Landslide removal, Mountain entrance, and Rusty Sword
Checklist: Read the Spring 5 landslide letter before routing the Mountain entrance. Bring food and empty slots for ore, geodes, gems, and monster drops. Use the first visit to learn combat tempo and unlock early elevator floors.
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