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Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 29

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Luck is a fickle thing in Stardew Valley, but in this episode of Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles, I make my own!

Highlights from this episode:

  • Fall 3, Year 1: Swallowing JojaMart’s markup because Pierre’s is closed on Wednesdays—all to get seeds planted in time for Marnie’s last-minute amaranth request!
  • Big Payday: Shipping smoked fish, corn, and beach forage after dropping off requested seaweed for Caroline. Can you guess my total gold for the night?
  • Tool & Farm Upgrades: Dropping off copper bars at Clint’s for a copper hoe and stopping by Robin’s to order a silo back-to-back.
  • Mining Run: Taking advantage of a high-luck day to plunge into the mines! How far down do you think I made it?

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Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 27

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In this episode, I wrap up summer in Stardew Valley, focusing on the final two days. Day 1 involves harvesting crops and exploring the Mines for artifacts. Day 2 includes visits to the Travelling Cart and Clint’s for tool upgrades, contributing to the Community Center, watering corn, and enjoying the Moonlight Jelly celebration.

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Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 26

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Is my unlucky streak finally over? In this episode of The SilverStream Chronicles, fortune smiles on the farm!

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Day one kicks off with morning chores and a hot pepper delivery to George, followed by a risky push down to level 30 in the mines.

Day two brings a massive melon harvest, a watering can upgrade to copper, and an incredibly lucky find at the Traveling Cart to finish a bundle. To top it off, I end the day back in the mines on a fishing mission. Will the Stonefish finally bite?

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Peaceful Living Ep. 4: Why Food Has to Wait… | Modded Minecraft

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A view of the Nether in Peaceful Living.

In this episode of Peaceful Living, Swag sets out to build mob farms for animal byproducts and meat using the Easy Mob Farms mod. To get those up and running, he needs quartz, which means finding diamonds first.

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Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 17

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In this episode of Flow & Fortune, I have a lucky day followed by an unlucky one! On the first day, I water the crops, visit the travelling cart, learn a new recipe on the TV, and head down into the Mines. There is some monster fighting along the way, so just a little warning there — did I make it to level 20, and what loot did I find?

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Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 15

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In this episode of Flow & Fortune, summer rolls on, and the farm never stops calling. After watering the crops and making sure the cat is fed, petted, and has fresh water, I spend both days diving into the Mines in hopes of reaching Level 15. Did I make it?

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Swag Plays Factorio S2 E40: The Endgame Begins

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In this episode of Swag Plays Factorio, Swag upgrades several labs with speed modules, letting research progress while he checks in on the mining operation and chats with viewers. At last, the Rocket Silo is back in the research queue—meaning the endgame is in sight! Will Swag make it to the finish line, or will fate throw another wrench in his plans? Stay tuned to find out!

Swag Plays Factorio S2 E38: Strengthening the Base & Securing Growth

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In this episode, I tackle essential upgrades—refining the research area, keeping miners productive, and adding key improvements to the tech queue. Instead of rushing toward a rocket silo, I focus on enhancements that will pay off long-term. Plus, with future expansion in mind, I lay the groundwork for a new train station by extending the robot network westward. Got any Factorio tips? Drop them in the comments—I’d love to try them out!