Are you ready to unlock the ultimate endgame tool in The Forge? The Demonite Key is your ticket to the coveted Demonic Pickaxe, but earning it isn’t for the faint of heart. This guide will walk you through every step, from striking a deal with a literal demon to mining rare ores in the depths of a volcanic wasteland. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is the grind for this key worth it, or are players better off finding shortcuts? Let’s dive in and find out.
The Demonite Key is a game-changing reward for players who dare to venture into the Forgotten Kingdom’s Ruined Caves. To earn it, you’ll need to trade three Demonite Ores to Skal, a Demon NPC lurking in the Volcanic Depths. And this is the part most people miss: Skal isn’t just handing out keys—you’ll need to brave molten lava, navigate treacherous paths, and mine through nearly impossible odds to get those ores. Think you’re up for the challenge?
First, you’ll need a portal tool to teleport to the Ruined Caves. Once there, follow these steps:
1. Use the massive cannon to reach the hilltop and enter the caves.
2. Take the right path twice to find the Amber NPC. Break the Basalt Vein to access the room below.
3. Navigate past the molten lava, take the right path, and locate Skal’s secret room—it’s just left of the locked Demonic Pickaxe door.
4. Speak to Skal and agree to his demand: three Demonite Ores. Here’s the kicker: These ores have a 1 in 3,666 chance of dropping from Volcanic Rocks, so pack your best pickaxe (100+ Mining Power) and prepare for a grind.
Once you’ve secured the ores, return to Skal, hand them over, and claim your Demonite Key. But what’s the key for? It unlocks the Demonic Pickaxe Room, home to the game’s most powerful mining tool—the Demonic Pickaxe. With 175 Mining Power and three Rune Slots, this pickaxe is a beast. But here’s the debate: Is grinding for the key the best way, or should players exploit glitches like the portal tool method? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
For those wondering, yes, you can purchase the Demonic Pickaxe for $500,000 once the room is unlocked. But earning it through Skal’s quest feels far more rewarding—if you can handle the grind. So, did you already snag this endgame pickaxe, or were you waiting for the perfect guide? Share your journey below!
Thought-provoking question: Is the Demonite Key quest a fair challenge, or does it rely too heavily on RNG? Let’s spark a discussion!
