Accessory check! Are you wearing any footwear for your character yet? Or maybe it’s getting trickier to pick which one fits well? Don’t worry. We’re here to guide you about the top seven best boots in Stardew Valley!
There are different things you can do in Stardew Valley – an open-world farming simulator game by ConcernedApe. Farming and fishing are the most common because of their beginner-friendly mechanics. Meanwhile, foraging and mining are for the middle and endgame because of the gameplay growth potential.
As with many games in a similar genre, Stardew Valley offers the exciting Combat skill. Whether you’re breaking valuable rocks underneath the soil or doing daily chores on a Wilderness farm, monsters are everywhere. It’s undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable and sometimes tilting activities as you swing your mighty weapon.
However, you can’t go all-in with a blade or gavel – at least not deep enough in the Mines. You’ll need the best boots to protect you from attacks and debuffs. That way, you’ll get more powerful ores for tools upgrade and progress more steadily.
In this guide, we’re looking at the seven best boots in Stardew Valley. Which ones to pick? Is there overpowered footwear you can equip? More importantly, where can you get them and how? We’re ranking them from least to best-performing based on their stats!
Table of Contents
Defense and Immunity Explained
Defense and Immunity are two helpful buffs to consider when planning an underground trip. Since the latter is always taken for granted, we’ll simplify its importance and what higher immunity signifies.
Assuming a Shadow Shaman fires a bolt of debuff, you’ll get Jinxed (-8 defense). Now that you’re softer, you’ll get more damage from any monster than usual. What if there’s a way to prevent the effect from touching you? That’s when Immunity comes in.
One point is equivalent to a 10% chance of not getting cursed. So if you’re wearing the Firewalker Boots (+3 DEF, +3IMM), there’s only a 70% chance instead of 100%.
On the other hand, a Defense point is equivalent to canceling one damage. If the same monster attacks you for -17, wearing similar footwear will make it -14.
These two perks are indispensable to better survival in Stardew Valley, but which one’s better? The answer will depend on the situation where it’s highly demanded. However, it’s better to balance the two out or keep the numbers close. It’ll be Leather boots for beginners as they give each stat a point.
What are the best boots in Stardew Valley?
All boots in the game are meant for defending you once you equip them. You can find the slot on the Game Menu by pressing the “ESC” button or any other hotkeys (including your inventory). Once it’s there, it’ll replace the standard brown color with its corresponding effects. There are some excellent boots that you can wear, and we handpicked them based on their strength. Don’t worry. We’ll include the source(s) for each pair of boots and a close comparison in the end.
7. Genie Shoes
This purple-tinted footwear is accurately-designed as its name! It’s also the second item with the highest in-game Immunity buff after the Cinderclown Shoes. You can’t purchase the accessory anywhere, but here’s where you can find it:
- The Mines – Breaking crates and barrels found from floors 80 to 119 (14%).
- Skull Cavern and Quarry Mine – Destroying barrels and crates on any floor (8%).
- Fishing Treasure Chests – Luck-dependent (0.012%).
6. Dragonscale Boots
While these peculiar-looking shoes boast the highest in-game Defense buff, there’s no Immunity to compensate. However, it isn’t half bad in combination with other rings. Here’s where you can get the item:
- Volcano Dungeon – Interacting with a treasure chest may drop this loot (11.1111%).
5. Emily’s Magic Boots
Developing a romantic relationship with Emily in Stardew Valley eventually results in her giving this item. It has the same stats as Space Boots and is decent enough for balanced buffs. Here’s how to obtain it:
- Emily’s 14-heart event – Give gifts to this NPC, bouquet, and progress further with a Mermaid’s Pendant. You’ll need to gather Fiber (200) at the same heart level and give the resources. After waiting for three days, entering the farmhouse between 8pm – 12am will trigger the cutscene.
4. Space Boots
While woven from an Iridium fabric, the Space Boots is among one of many middle-tier footwear that parallels the previous item’s stats. Want this at your disposal? Here are the sources:
- Regular and Remixed Mine Rewards – Successfully reaching the 110th floor. It’s a guarantee on the former but is one of four possibilities for the latter.
- Adventurer’s Guild (Marlon and Gil) – Purchasable for 5,000g after reaching the 110th floor in the Mines.
3. Crystal Shoes
This other pair of sparkling beauty offers more reliable protection than its counterparts. It’s beautiful in blue and white color and is easy to acquire (especially with increased Luck). Consider either location to start hunting this item:
- Skull Cavern – Get from destroying barrels and crates on any floor (8%).
- Remixed Mine Rewards – One of four potential items after interacting with a chest on floor 110 in the Mines.
2. Cinderclown Shoes
Alongside the Ginger Island update (one of the largest and considered an “endgame“) is the inclusion of Cinderclown Shoes. It’s a former belonging from a famous Dwarvish jester that you can equip to crush more monsters longer!
How to get the item:
- ·Volcano Dungeon Shop – A Dwarf merchant offers the boots for Cinder Shard (100). Harvesting the new resource is relatively easy. It’ll take time, effort, and patience to amass a hundred, so consider luck buffs and bombs!
1. Mermaid Boots
Now for the most exciting part and currently the best boots in Stardew Valley. Its looks are elegantly-designed with the ocean’s color and a blessing of Defense and Immunity against enemy damage and debuffs. Here’s the secret place to get it:
- Volcano Dungeon – Available only from Rare Treasure chests that you’ll encounter the higher level you’re in. Interact with the storage and see what you’ll get! (11.1111%)
For an overview of their stats and prices:
| Boots | Defense | Immunity | Buying Price | Selling Price |
| Mermaid Boots | +5 | +8 | 650g | |
| Cinderclown Shoes | +6 | +5 | Cinder Shard (100) | 550g |
| Crystal Shoes | +3 | +5 | 400g | |
| Space Boots | +4 | +4 | 5,000g | 400g |
| Emily’s Magic Boots | +4 | +4 | 400g | |
| Dragonscale Boots | +7 | 350g | ||
| Genie Shoes | +1 | +6 | 350g |
Facts and Trivia
Since this accessory could intimidate new players in Stardew Valley, here are some common questions we’re answering:
Can I forge Boots? – Unfortunately, you can’t. However, it’s possible to create custom-tailored footwear by combining the two at the Feed and Spool of the Sewing Machine. It works like the Forge where the left side item copies visual and description while its effects on the opposite.
Can I dye Footwear? It’s impossible as well. The Dye Pots, which you can find at Haley’s and Emily’s house, are for shirts and pants. While you can’t change their colors, you can still custom-tailor the visuals!
Where can I sell extra items? The Adventurer’s Guild is your go-to place if you have tons of spares from Fishing Treasure Chests or mining trips. It’s where you can earn extra gold and space in an emergency. You can find the prices in the table above.
Keep in mind: Equipping the best boots in Stardew Valley makes you one step ahead of enemies. If you’re just starting, wear what’s available until these seven are available!
