What to know
- The Maze is a hidden, event-only area in The Forge with a changing layout
- Access requires a special resource and a ferry trip to a separate island
- Gameplay centers on navigation, combat, and short repeatable quests
- The main draw is an exclusive, high-tier tool reward
The Maze is one of the most distinct activities added to The Forge, breaking away from the usual mining and forging rhythm. If you enjoy structured combat encounters and exploration with a clear reward at the end, this event-style area is designed for you.
Quick overview of the Maze update in the Forge
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Hidden, time-limited event area |
| Access cost | 1 Coinite per entry |
| Core gameplay | Maze navigation, combat, quests |
| Reset behavior | Layout and quests reset regularly |
| Main reward | Heavenly Pickaxe |
What the Maze is and how it works
The Maze is a self-contained island zone built as a shifting labyrinth. Corridors branch in multiple directions, rooms vary between runs, and enemy placements change, keeping each visit unpredictable. Unlike open mining zones, progress here is linear and objective-driven.
How to access the Maze in the Forge
Step 1
Mine Coinite from special crystal veins found in Raven’s Cave areas.
Step 2
Travel to the dock near the Frostspire Island region and speak with the ferry operator.
Step 3
Pay 1 Coinite to board the ferry and remain on it until the trip completes.
Swimming or falling into the water during transit results in instant defeat, so stay put until you arrive the Maze.
Where the Maze is located
The Maze exists on a separate island that cannot be reached by normal travel. The ferry from the Frostspire dock is the only entry point, and each trip places you directly at the Maze entrance.
What you do inside the Maze
Navigation through the Maze is the primary challenge. You move through branching hallways, clearing rooms and choosing paths without a fixed route. Combat encounters are frequent, with standard enemies appearing early and stronger mini-boss-style foes deeper in.
NPCs scattered throughout the Maze offer short quests such as defeating specific enemies or reaching certain rooms. These quests reset regularly, encouraging repeat runs. At the entry of the Maze, you will find the Masked Stranger NPC.
A hidden merchant known as Fungi may also appear somewhere within the Maze, selling consumables and select blueprints for gold. Both location and inventory can change between resets.
You will also come across the two angels - Zarall and Zachariel guarding the Heavenly Pickaxe inside the Maze.
Players have noted that maze completion is important to get ot the Heavenly Pickaxe. It unlocks after completing all Angelic quests also known as Maze quests. Heavenly pickaxe can be bought for 2,400,000 after unlocking.
Rewards you can earn from the Maze
The Heavenly Pickaxe is the headline reward. It features extremely high mining power, strong bonus stats, and additional customization potential, making it one of the most desirable tools available during the event. Besides this, find Fungi's Shop in the Maze for potions and enhancements.
Items at Fungi's Shop
- Fungi's Potion - $ 17,500
- Executioner's Greataxe - $ 380,000
- Shark's Fangs - $ 80,000
- Crystallized Broadsword - $ 290,000
- Anchored Straight Blade - $ 260,00
In total, the Maze update unlocks around 16+ new recipes for weapons and armors. in the Forge. The Maze resets every day, and Fungi's Shop resets too.
When the Maze is available
The Maze is tied to a limited-time Hidden Maze event window. Outside that period, the island, quests, and exclusive rewards may be unavailable until the event returns. From 11 January 2026 to 13 January 2026.
Enemies in the Maze
There are mainly two new spawning enemies in the Maze update - Skeleton Pirate and Cthulhu.
Frostspire Expance Island 3 Rock & Crystal Health Changes
Besides the Maze event, the Forge community also shared some changes in the rocks and crystal health:
- Icy Rock 2,430 → 2,025
- Icy Boulder 4,860 → 4,140
- Small Ice Crystal 12,800 → 7,040
- Medium Ice Crystal 18,900 → 12,600
- Large Ice Crystal 27,500 → 18,250
- Small Red Crystal 14,700 → 11,760
- Medium Red Crystal 24,750 → 17,600
- Large Red Crystal 32,500 → 22,750
Practical tips before you enter
- Bring mid-to-high tier gear; enemies hit harder than early-game zones
- Stock multiple Coinite so you can re-enter without farming every run
- Expect resets and randomness rather than a memorized path
- Prioritize quests tied to the Heavenly Pickaxe if time is limited
Wrapping up the Maze experience
The Maze in The Forge is best approached as a focused challenge mode rather than a farming zone. If you enjoy compact runs with clear goals and a powerful end reward, it’s worth dedicating time to while the event is active.
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