Farming Meteor Shards 99 Nights in the Forest (June 2026)

The Meteor Shower update has completely transformed the late-game progression in 99 Nights in the Forest, introducing one of the most valuable resources you can find: Meteor Shards. These glowing extraterrestrial fragments have become essential for crafting the game’s most powerful equipment and achieving those elusive meteor-related badges. If you’re ready to take your survival game to the next level and dominate those terrifying nights with superior gear, this comprehensive guide will show you exactly how to find, farm, and utilize Meteor Shards effectively.

Quick Overview

How to Get Meteor Shards in 99 Nights in the Forest?

Meteor Shards can only be obtained from fallen meteors that crash during the Meteor Shower event, which becomes available after Day 5 of your survival journey. Unlike other resources in the game that respawn regularly, Meteor Shards are tied exclusively to this special event, making them incredibly valuable and worth prioritizing whenever the opportunity arises.

The process of obtaining Meteor Shards involves several distinct steps that I’ll break down in detail. First, you need to survive long enough to trigger the event, then successfully locate the crash sites, defeat the guardians, and finally mine the precious materials. Each step presents its own challenges, but with the right preparation and strategy, you’ll be swimming in Meteor Shards before you know it.

The event is preceded by a cutscene showing cultists coming into contact with large glowing rocks, adding to the mysterious lore of the forest. This cinematic introduction sets the stage for one of the most exciting resource-gathering experiences in the game.

When Does the Meteor Shower Event Start in June 2026?

Meteor Showers can appear any time from Day 5 onward. The event is completely random once you’ve met this threshold, so there’s no guaranteed way to trigger it on demand. Some players report getting the Meteor Shower event on Day 5 on their first and second runs, suggesting it’s not particularly rare.

The timing of the Meteor Shower event adds an element of unpredictability to your survival strategy. You’ll need to balance your regular survival activities with being prepared for when meteors finally rain down. I recommend keeping your best tools and weapons ready from Day 5 onwards, as you never know when that red sky will appear.

Interestingly, the event seems to favor nighttime occurrences, though meteors can technically fall at any time once triggered. Once the Meteor Shower is about to start, a text will pop up, “The sky is on fire.” This global message ensures that every player on the server knows something big is happening.

How to Find Meteor Crash Sites?

Meteors create large, smoking craters that are not marked on the map or minimap, requiring you to find them by sight and sound. This is where many players struggle, as the forest is vast and the craters can spawn in unexpected locations.

When the meteor shower begins, immediately pay attention to the sky. You need to follow the fiery trails with your camera and note a landmark direction. The meteors leave visible trails as they fall, giving you a general direction to search. I’ve found that climbing to high ground during the event helps tremendously in spotting these trails.

Make sure you keep an eye on the area where the meteor crashed. The impact sites have distinctive characteristics that make them easier to spot once you know what to look for:

• Large, circular craters with disturbed terrain
• Lava in the centre with spiked, red rocky outcrops surrounding them
• Smoke or steam rising from the impact zone
• A faint glow emanating from the meteorite itself
• Hostile Meteor Crabs patrolling the area

If you missed the initial impact, don’t worry. The craters stay on the ground until mined, so you can still find them even if you missed the initial impact. Start a systematic search pattern from your base, moving in expanding circles. The craters are large enough that you won’t miss them if you’re thorough in your exploration.

What Tools Do You Need to Mine Meteor Shards?

Mining meteors works like chopping trees, but meteors are tougher and require the same axe you use to chop trees. However, not all axes are created equal when it comes to meteor mining efficiency.

Here’s the complete list of axes that can mine meteors, ranked by effectiveness:

1. Admin Axe – Fastest mining speed (if available)
2. Chainsaw – Excellent speed, highly recommended
3. Strong Axe – Good balance of speed and accessibility
4. Ice Axe – Decent alternative with unique properties
5. Good Axe – Acceptable for early-game meteor mining
6. Old Axe – Works but extremely slow, not recommended

Mining meteors requires more hits than chopping wood. With an Old Axe, you might need 20-30 swings per meteor, while a Chainsaw reduces this to just 8-10. This difference becomes crucial when you’re racing against time or defending against Meteor Crabs.

Storage is equally important. You’ll need a sack to store the mined meteors. Here are your storage options:

• Giant Sack – Holds the most, ideal for extended farming sessions
• Infernal Sack – Great capacity with fire resistance bonus
• Good Sack – Minimum recommended for efficient farming
• Old Sack – Only use if you have no other option

I always recommend bringing at least a Good Sack, as meteor mining yields multiple valuable resources that quickly fill your inventory. Nothing’s worse than having to leave resources behind because you ran out of space!

How to Defeat Meteor Crabs in June 2026?

Upon arrival at a meteor crater, you will encounter new enemies: Meteor Crabs. These hostile creatures spawn around the crater and will aggressively defend the resources. Understanding how to deal with these guardians is crucial for successful meteor farming.

Two Meteor Crabs spawn per fallen meteor. These aren’t your typical forest enemies – they’re specifically designed to protect the valuable meteor resources. The Meteor Crab’s appearance is a blocky charcoal figure with a large oval dark crimson shell and claws, and a pair of orange eyes.

Here’s my proven strategy for dealing with Meteor Crabs:

Combat Approach:

1. Clear the area before mining – Always eliminate nearby enemies before starting to mine, as getting interrupted wastes time.
2. Use ranged weapons when possible to avoid their claw attacks
3. Circle-strafe to avoid their lunging attacks
4. Team up with other players for easier elimination

Defensive Strategy:

• Build elevated platforms near craters for safe mining
• Use the Assassin class for superior combat abilities
• Bring healing items and food buffs
• Never turn your back on an uncleared crater

Defeating them is crucial, as they can drop additional Meteor Shards and other materials. This makes fighting them doubly rewarding – you’re not just clearing the area for safe mining, but potentially increasing your overall yield.

What Are the Drop Rates for Meteor Mining?

Both meteor types can drop Meteor Shards, Raw Obsidiron Ore, and Gold Shards, with rates favoring Meteor Shards most commonly and Gold Shards most rarely. Understanding these drop rates helps you plan your farming sessions effectively.

Based on extensive community testing and my personal experience, here are the approximate drop rates:

Gold Shards are less common than Meteor Shards, so expect to mine multiple nodes to meet recipe requirements. This rarity makes Gold Shards the bottleneck for many high-tier crafting recipes.

Interestingly, there are two visual meteor types that exist, Black Ore and Red Crystal, but the drops are the same. Don’t waste time searching for a specific color – both types are equally valuable!

How to Process Raw Obsidiron Ore?

While Meteor Shards are ready to use immediately, Raw Obsidiron Ore requires additional processing. Turning Obsidian Ore into an Obsidiron Ingot is a multi-step process.

Here’s the complete processing method:

1. Breaking Stage: Drop the Raw Obsidiron Ore from a high place (like a watchtower) and collect the Broken Obsidiron Ore.
   
2. Heating Stage: Drop the Broken Obsidiron Ore into lava (the middle of a meteor crashsite works great) to get the Scalding Obsidiron Ingot.
   
3. Cooling Stage: Drop the Scalding Obsidiron Ingot into water (like the fishing hole) to cool it off.
   

If you want to refine Raw Obsidiron Ore fast, then break the raw ore into pieces by tossing it from a height, throw the pieces into lava to form Scalding Obsidiron, then plunge into cold water to harden into Obsidiron Ingots.

Pro tip: The meteor crater itself provides both the lava (in the center) and often has water nearby, making it an ideal processing location. Just be sure to clear all Meteor Crabs first!

Where to Find the Meteor Anvil in June 2026?

Head to the red anvil on your map. This is the new Meteor Anvil area that only appears after a Meteor Shower event. The Meteor Anvil is your gateway to transforming raw meteor materials into powerful equipment.

The anvil building will show up on the map as a red anvil icon after the Meteor Shower. Unlike regular crafting stations, this special anvil is tied directly to the meteor event system. The Lava Anvil is a new workstation that spawns on the map (it is not inside the volcano).

Finding and securing the Meteor Anvil involves several steps:

1. Wait for the red anvil icon to appear on your map post-meteor shower
2. Navigate to the Anvil Building and defeat the Meteor Crabs inside
3. Assemble the anvil parts, which you can find in the building itself
4. Interact with the completed anvil to access crafting options

Once safe, the Meteor Anvil area can be repeatedly accessed to craft new items. This permanence makes it worth securing early, as you’ll be returning here frequently.

What Can You Craft with Meteor Shards?

Meteor Shards unlock some of the most powerful items in 99 Nights in the Forest. You can use Meteor Shards at a Meteor Anvil to craft exclusive and powerful weapons, armor, and tools that cannot be made anywhere else.

Here’s what you can craft at the Meteor Anvil:

Weapons & Tools:

• Axe Trim for better damage
• Enhanced weapons with meteor properties
• Tools with increased durability and efficiency

Armor & Defense:

• Armor Trim for defense boosts
• Obsidiron Boots
• Meteor-enhanced protective gear

Special Items:

• Obsidiron Chest blueprint
• Unique meteor-themed decorations
• Badge-related crafting items

The crown jewel of meteor crafting is the Obsidiron Chest. To craft this type of chest, you need 10 Meteor Shards, 5 Gold Shards, and 3 Obsidiron Ingots. The craftable Obsidiron Chest in 99 Nights in the Forest on Roblox awards a mountain of rare loot once placed.

How to Use Gear Trimming with Meteor Shards?

At certain workstations, you can use Meteor Shards to “trim” your existing weapons and armor, significantly boosting their damage, durability, and defensive stats. This upgrade system adds another layer of progression beyond simple crafting.

Gear trimming works as follows:

1. Bring your weapon or armor piece to the Meteor Anvil
2. Select the trim option from the crafting menu
3. Add the required Meteor Shards (usually 3-5 per trim)
4. Apply the upgrade to permanently enhance your gear

The benefits of trimming include:

• 20-30% damage increase for weapons
• 15-25% defense boost for armor
• Increased durability for all items
• Special visual effects (your gear glows with meteor energy!)

I recommend prioritizing weapon trims first, as the damage boost significantly improves your survival chances during cultist raids and boss fights.

Which Badges Can You Unlock with Meteor Shards?

The game features several badges tied to meteor-related activities, such as mining your first meteorite, defeating a certain number of Meteor Crabs, or crafting an item at the Meteor Anvil. These badges provide valuable Diamond rewards for unlocking new classes.

For the Seismology badge, you have to break 25 meteors. This encouraging players to engage deeply with the meteor system. For the Astrogeology Meteor Badge, you need to open an Obsidiron Chest.

Current meteor-related badges include:

Collecting shards is fundamental to earning these badges. The Diamond rewards make pursuing these achievements worthwhile, especially for free-to-play players looking to unlock premium classes.

Pro Tips for Farming Meteor Shards Efficiently

After countless meteor shower events, I’ve developed strategies that maximize shard collection while minimizing risk. Here are my top recommendations:

Preparation is Key: Speed up your initial game progress to get past Day 3 as quickly as possible to make the Meteor Shower event available. Focus on essential survival needs and avoid unnecessary risks early on.

Mobility Matters: Meteor locations are random. When an event starts, be prepared to traverse the map quickly to find the crater. Keep movement speed items and clear paths ready for rapid response.

Combat Readiness: Never approach a meteor site unprepared. Bring your best weapons, ample food, and healing items to deal with the Meteor Crabs efficiently. I recommend at least:

• 10+ pieces of cooked food
• Your best weapon (preferably ranged)
• Bandages or healing items
• A friend for backup!

Resource Optimization: While your main target is shards, don’t ignore the Obsidian Ore farming opportunity. It’s a key component for other high-level recipes. Every piece counts when you’re crafting end-game gear.

Team Coordination: If you’re playing with friends, coordinate! Having a team makes defeating Meteor Crabs faster and safer, allowing you to secure the resources with less risk. Assign roles:

• One player focuses on combat
• Another mines meteors
• A third watches for additional threats
• Fourth player processes Obsidiron if needed

Common Mistakes When Farming Meteor Shards

Learning from others’ failures can save you precious time and resources. Here are the most common mistakes I see players make:

Poor Timing: Starting meteor hunts too early (before Day 10) often leads to death. You need decent gear and experience before tackling meteor sites effectively. Build up your base and equipment first.

Inadequate Storage: Bringing only an Old Sack limits your farming potential severely. Always use at least a Good Sack, preferably an Infernal or Giant Sack for extended sessions.

Ignoring Meteor Crabs: Some players try to mine while Meteor Crabs are still alive. This almost always ends badly. Clear all threats before mining – the meteors aren’t going anywhere!

Solo Attempts: While possible, solo meteor farming is significantly more dangerous and less efficient than team efforts. Join forces with other players when possible.

Missing the Event: Not paying attention when “The sky is on fire” message appears means missing the initial meteor locations. Stay alert once you hit Day 5!

Advanced Meteor Shard Strategies

For experienced players looking to optimize their meteor farming, consider these advanced techniques:

The Volcano Connection: It is not inside the volcano, but the volcanic biome offers unique advantages for meteor processing. The abundant lava pools make Obsidiron processing faster and more convenient.

Multi-Crater Farming: During particularly active meteor showers, multiple craters may spawn. Develop efficient routes between them and consider splitting your team to cover more ground.

Night Farming Benefits: While more dangerous, farming meteors at night offers advantages:

• Fewer players competing for resources
• Meteor glow is more visible in darkness
• Meteor Crabs seem slightly less aggressive (unconfirmed, but observed)

Storage Optimization: Create dedicated meteor storage near the Anvil Building. This reduces travel time when crafting and ensures you always have materials ready for upgrades.

Comparing Meteor Shards to Other Resources

Understanding how Meteor Shards fit into the broader resource ecosystem helps prioritize your gathering efforts:

Meteor Shards represent the pinnacle of resource progression in 99 Nights in the Forest. While other materials remain important throughout your journey, meteor materials unlock possibilities that simply aren’t available elsewhere.

Future Updates and Meteor Shard Changes

The development team has hinted at expanding the meteor system in future updates. Developers hinted at potential buffs to fire damage in the next update, which could affect meteor-based weapons and tools.

Potential future additions might include:

• New meteor types with unique properties
• Expanded crafting recipes at the Meteor Anvil
• Meteor-specific events beyond the standard shower
• Integration with other biome updates
• New meteor-related badges

Stay connected with the official Discord for the latest update announcements and meteor event notifications.

Building Around Meteor Events

Smart base construction considers meteor shower events. Here’s how to optimize your setup:

Meteor Watch Tower: Build a tall structure specifically for spotting meteor trails. Include:

• 360-degree viewing platform
• Storage for meteor farming gear
• Quick access ladders or stairs
• Torch placement for night visibility

Processing Station: Create a dedicated area for Obsidiron processing near water and lava sources. The Paint Brush can help color-code storage areas.

Quick Response Setup: Position meteor farming supplies near your base exits:

• Pre-equipped mannequins with farming gear
• Stocked sacks ready for collection
• Food and healing stations
• Weapon racks with combat gear

Meteor Shard Economics

Understanding the value of Meteor Shards in multiplayer servers helps with trading and cooperation:

Trading Values:

• 1 Meteor Shard ≈ 10-15 Wood
• 1 Meteor Shard ≈ 5-8 Stone
• 1 Gold Shard ≈ 3-5 Meteor Shards
• 1 Obsidiron Ingot ≈ 2-3 Meteor Shards

Server Cooperation: Many servers develop meteor-sharing agreements:

• First finder gets 50% of shards
• Helpers split remaining 50%
• Processed Obsidiron shared based on contribution
• Gold Shards often given to newer players

FAQ

Can I force a Meteor Shower to happen?

No, the event is random. However, it will only occur after you have reached at least Day 3 or 4 in your game. Patience and preparation are your best strategies.

What’s the best weapon to use against Meteor Crabs?

While any weapon works, faster weapons can help you stun-lock them. Ensure your weapon is upgraded to take them down quickly. The Infernal Crossbow works particularly well.

How many Meteor Shards can I get from one meteorite?

The amount is random, but a single meteorite typically yields 3-6 shards. Defeating the surrounding Meteor Crabs can net you a few more.

Do I need a special tool to mine the meteorite?

No, a standard Axe or Pickaxe works perfectly fine. However, higher-tier tools mine significantly faster.

Can the meteorite respawn during the same night?

Typically, only one meteorite falls per shower event. You’ll need to wait for the next random Meteor Shower to farm more.

Are Black Ore and Red Crystal meteors different?

No. The colors are cosmetic. Both drop Meteor Shards, Raw Obsidiron Ore, and Gold Shards.

When exactly does the Meteor Shower start?

They can trigger any time after Day 5. Craters remain until mined, so you can still find them even if you missed the initial impact.

Can I store Raw Obsidiron Ore for later processing?

Yes! Raw Obsidiron Ore can be stored indefinitely in your sacks or chests. Many players stockpile it for efficient batch processing later.

Do meteor sites work in Private Servers?

Yes, meteor events function identically in both public and private servers, with the same spawn rates and mechanics.

What happens if I die while carrying Meteor Shards?

Like other items, Meteor Shards drop on death. Return quickly to retrieve them, but be cautious – other players can take dropped items!

Mastering the Meteor Shower event truly transforms your 99 Nights in the Forest experience. By understanding how to locate the crash sites, efficiently mine the meteorites, and fend off the Meteor Crabs, you can secure a steady supply of the precious Meteor Shards. These shards aren’t just another resource – they’re your ticket to the most powerful gear in the game and essential for completing your badge collection.

Whether you’re preparing for the Ram boss fight, building the ultimate base with the Decorators Update, or pushing for those hardest badges, Meteor Shards will play a crucial role in your success. The key is preparation, patience, and persistence. Keep your tools sharp, your sacks empty, and your eyes on that red sky.

Remember to save or bookmark this page for quick reference during your meteor farming sessions. The forest is dangerous, but with meteor-enhanced gear, you’ll be ready for whatever horrors lurk in those 99 nights. Now gear up, watch for that crimson sky, and may your meteor hunts be fruitful!