Meet Clint: The Skilled Blacksmith of Stardew Valley

Clint, the reliable and somewhat reserved blacksmith, is an essential character in Stardew Valley. Known for his craftsmanship and his shy nature, Clint spends most of his time at his shop, ensuring that the town’s tools and weapons are in top condition. Let's delve into Clint's daily routine, his favorite gifts, and the benefits of befriending him.

Clint's Schedule

Clint’s routine revolves around his blacksmith shop, where he offers crucial services like tool upgrades, geode processing, and more. Here’s where you can find him throughout the year:

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter:

• Monday to Friday:
  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: At the blacksmith shop, open for business.
  • 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM: At the Stardrop Saloon, unwinding after a day’s work.
• Saturday:
  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: At the blacksmith shop.
  • 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM: At the Stardrop Saloon.
• Sunday:
  • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: At the blacksmith shop.
  • 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM: At home.

Clint also occasionally has special schedules for events and festivals, where he can be found participating or mingling with other townsfolk.

Clint’s Gift Preferences

Loves:

• Amethyst
• Aquamarine
• Artichoke Dip
• Emerald
• Fiddlehead Risotto
• Gold Bar
• Iridium Bar
• Jade
• Omni Geode
• Ruby
• Topaz

Likes:

• All Artisan Goods (except Coffee, Green Tea, and Oil)
• All Cooking (except Fried Egg, Bread, Strange Bun, and the Universal Dislikes)
• All Eggs (except Void Egg)
• All Fruit (except Fruit Tree Fruit)
• All Gems
• All Milk
• All Vegetables (except Hops, Tea Leaves, Wheat, and Fruit Tree Fruit)

Neutral:

• Chanterelle
• Common Mushroom
• Dandelion
• Daffodil
• Hazelnut
• Leek
• Morel
• Purple Mushroom
• Snow Yam
• Winter Root

Dislikes:

• Clay
• Copper Bar
• Iron Bar
• Quartz

Hates:

• Algae Soup
• Beer
• Hops
• Mead
• Pale Ale
• Salmonberry
• Sashimi
• Tea Leaves
• Wine

Does Clint Sell Anything?

Clint offers a variety of services and items at his blacksmith shop:

• Tool Upgrades: He can upgrade your tools to copper, steel, gold, and iridium levels, making your farm work more efficient.
• Geode Processing: Clint can break open geodes to reveal valuable minerals and artifacts.
• Ores and Coal: He sells ores (copper, iron, gold, iridium) and coal, which are essential for crafting and tool upgrades.

Benefits of Befriending Clint

Befriending Clint offers several unique benefits:

1. Blacksmith Discounts: As your friendship with Clint grows, he may occasionally offer discounts on his services.
2. Crafting Recipes: Clint shares useful crafting recipes with you as you deepen your friendship.
3. Special Orders: Clint sometimes sends you special orders in the mail, offering rewards for completing them.

Heart Events

3 Hearts: Enter the blacksmith shop while Clint is there. You’ll witness Clint expressing his feelings of loneliness and receive advice from him about crafting.

6 Hearts: Visit the blacksmith shop. Clint will share a moment of vulnerability, revealing his crush on Emily and his uncertainty about expressing his feelings.

8 Hearts: Enter the Stardrop Saloon in the evening. Clint will be there, and you’ll have a conversation about his insecurities and aspirations.

Conclusion

Clint’s craftsmanship, dedication to his work, and complex personality make him an intriguing character in Stardew Valley. Building a relationship with Clint not only enhances your farming experience through improved tools and resources but also reveals the depth of his character and his journey in the valley.