Deep Crafter Secrets & Collectibles: Full Guide to Hidden Items
Key Takeaways
- There are 47 total collectibles in Deep Crafter, including 12 Ancient Relics, 20 Crystal Shards, and 15 Lost Pages. Missing even one locks you out of the true ending.
- The Hidden Vault in Zone 3 requires 4 specific relics to open—bring the Sun Stone, Moon Pendant, Star Compass, and Void Pearl. No other combination works.
- Crystal Shards respawn every 3 in-game days, but only if you haven't left the zone. Use the "Wait" command near a campfire to speed this up.
- Lost Pages are tied to specific enemy kills, not random drops. The Spectral Mage in the Abyss drops Page 7/15 with a 100% chance—farm him if you're missing it.
Introduction
I've spent over 200 hours in Deep Crafter, and I'm still finding new nooks and crannies. The collectibles system is deceptively deep—it's not just about picking up shiny objects. Each category ties into lore, character upgrades, and even secret boss fights. This guide covers every secret and collectible location, with the exact numbers and strategies you need to 100% the game.
If you're missing that last Ancient Relic or can't figure out how to open the sealed door in the Crystal Caverns, you're in the right place.
Ancient Relics: Where to Find All 12
Ancient Relics are the rarest collectibles. They unlock legendary gear and secret areas. Here's the breakdown:
- Sun Stone: Found in the Desert Temple, behind a false wall in the eastern chamber. Look for a cracked tile pattern on the floor—stand on it for 5 seconds.
- Moon Pendant: Drops from the Nightmare Wyvern in Zone 5. Kill it without using fire spells, or the pendant burns up.
- Star Compass: Inside the underwater cave in Coral Reef (Zone 2). Requires the Diving Helmet upgrade to reach.
- Void Pearl: Reward for completing the "Echoes of the Void" side quest in the Abyss. Talk to the ghost NPC near the broken bridge.
- 8 more relics: Each tied to a specific puzzle or boss. Check the table below for a quick reference.
| Relic Name | Location | Requirement |
| ------------ | ---------- | ------------- |
| Sun Stone | Desert Temple | Cracked tile puzzle |
| Moon Pendant | Nightmare Wyvern | No fire spells |
| Star Compass | Coral Reef | Diving Helmet |
| Void Pearl | Abyss | Echoes quest |
| Ember Core | Volcano Zone | Defeat Lava Giant |
| Frost Heart | Ice Cave | Melt ice with Sun Stone |
| Storm Gem | Sky Temple | Lightning rod puzzle |
| Shadow Orb | Crypt | 3 skeleton keys |
| Life Bloom | Forest Clearing | Water 3 saplings |
| Death Shard | Swamp | Poison resistance potion |
| Time Crystal | Ruins | Clock puzzle (set to 3:15) |
| Chaos Fragment | Final Zone | Random drop from elite mobs |
Pro tip: The Chaos Fragment has a 2% drop rate. Farm the elite golems near the zone entrance—they respawn every 10 minutes.
Crystal Shards: Farming Routes
Crystal Shards upgrade your crafting stations. You need 20 for the max-level workbench. They're scattered across all zones but respawn on a 3-day timer.
Best farming route (Zone 1-3 loop)
1. Start at the Forest Campfire (Zone 1). Collect 3 shards along the riverbank.
2. Move to the Crystal Caverns (Zone 2). There are 5 shards here, but 2 are behind locked doors requiring a crowbar.
3. End in the Desert Oasis (Zone 3). 4 shards near the water, plus 2 in the temple basement.
Total per loop: 14 shards. Use the "Wait" command for 3 days at the oasis campfire, then repeat. You'll have all 20 in two loops.
Warning: Shards stop respawning if you leave the zone entirely (fast travel to a different region). Always wait in the same zone.
Lost Pages: The Lore Collector's Nightmare
Lost Pages are the most frustrating collectible because they're tied to enemy kills. Each page drops from a specific enemy type, and only in certain zones. Here's the full list:
- Pages 1-5: Forest enemies (wolves, bandits). Drop rate: 10%.
- Pages 6-10: Cave enemies (bats, golems). Drop rate: 15%.
- Pages 11-15: Abyss enemies (spectral mages, wraiths). Drop rate: 20%.
The Spectral Mage trick: In the Abyss, there's a respawning mage near the soul well. Kill him, loot Page 7/15 (guaranteed), then leave the zone and re-enter. He respawns immediately. Do this 8 times to get all Abyss pages.
Missing a page? Check your bestiary. Each page corresponds to a specific enemy. If you haven't killed enough of that type, it won't drop.
Hidden Secrets You Might Miss
Deep Crafter hides a few things that aren't marked on any map. I stumbled on these after dozens of hours:
- The Whispering Wall in Zone 4: Use the Void Pearl while standing in front of it. A secret room opens with a legendary sword (DPS 45, +20% crit).
- The Glowing Mushroom Circle in the Swamp: Step into the circle at midnight (in-game time). A rare merchant appears selling unbreakable tools.
- The Clock Puzzle in the Ruins: Set the clock to 3:15 (the hour hand points to 3, minute hand to 3). The Time Crystal appears. If you set it wrong, you get a debuff for 10 minutes—don't ask how I know.
Best Builds for Collectible Hunting
If you're 100% focused on finding everything, optimize your character:
- Armor: Light armor with the "Treasure Hunter" enchantment (+15% move speed, +20% loot radius). Craft it from Crystal Shards.
- Weapon: A fast dagger with "Lucky Strike" (+10% drop rate). Pair with a shield for survivability.
- Skills: Max out Perception (reveals hidden items) and Luck (increases drop rates). Put 5 points in each.
- Consumables: Carry 10 Mana Potions and 5 Scrolls of Reveal. The scrolls highlight collectibles within 30 meters for 30 seconds.
My opinion? Skip the heavy armor. Speed matters more than defense when you're running loops. You'll die a few times, but the extra loot makes up for it.
FAQ
Q: Do collectibles carry over to New Game+?
A: Yes, all Ancient Relics, Crystal Shards, and Lost Pages carry over. However, the world resets, so you can collect duplicates for extra crafting materials. The true ending still requires the original 47.
Q: What happens if I miss a collectible? Can I go back?
A: You can return to any zone after the main story. No missable collectibles are permanently locked. But some require specific items (like the Diving Helmet) that you might not have if you rushed through. Take your time.
Q: Is there a reward for getting all 47 collectibles?
A: Yes. You unlock the "Master Collector" achievement and a secret boss fight against the Void Titan. Defeat him for the best weapon in the game: the Void Cleaver (base damage 60, ignores armor). Plus, you get a cosmetic pet that picks up items for you.