Get ready to learn the fundamentals of resource gathering in The Forge on Roblox with “The Basics of Mining” quest. In this early-game mission, you’ll head into the cave at Stonewake’s Cross to mine Stone, Cardboardite, and Copper for Nord, teaching you how different rocks and drop rates work so you can start farming ores efficiently.

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How to start

To begin The Basics of Mining quest, head into the Cave at Stonewake’s Cross and speak with Nord to start the quest.

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Objectives

  • Get Stone: 0/3
  • Get Cardboardite: 0/1
  • Get Copper: 0/5

Walkthrough

Follow the steps below to complete the The Basics of Mining quest:

Step 1

Head into the cave and mine Pebbles to collect Stone—each Pebble has a drop rate of 1 in 1.

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Step 2

Mine Boulders to obtain Cardboardite. With a 1 in 31 drop rate, it’s noticeably rarer, so expect the grind to take a little time.

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Step 3

Keep mining Pebbles and Rocks, as they can also drop Copper at a 1 in 3 rate. Once you’ve gathered everything required, the quest will complete automatically.

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