Slimejack
He's coated in a very thick layer of slime. He keeps slipping out of your hands!
Quick answer
Where to catch Slimejack in Stardew Valley
Catch Slimejack at Mutant Bug Lair during Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter from Any in any weather. It sells for 100g at normal quality and 200g when smoked.
Mutant Bug Lair
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Any, any weather
100g base, 200g iridium
80g Roe -> 160g Aged Roe
Trap Bobber or Cork Bobber
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Is Slimejack worth keeping?
Keep Slimejack if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Slimejack when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Slimejack Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 80g Roe, then 160g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Slimejack
Location
- Mutant Bug Lair
Caught in the Mutant Bug Lair during every season at any time and in any weather.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 55
MediumModerate challenge
Dart Behavior
Makes sudden, quick movements in random directions. Most unpredictable behavior.
Tip: Stay centered and use small, quick adjustments. Don't overreact to movements.
Expert Tips for Slimejack
Fish just inside the Mutant Bug Lair entrance to avoid repeated Mutant Fly attacks while handling the minigame.
Recommended Tackle
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 100g |
| Silver | 125g |
| Gold | 150g |
| Iridium | 200g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 100g | 200g |
| Silver | 125g | 250g |
| Gold | 150g | 300g |
| Iridium | 200g | 400g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Slimejack
- Fish Pond
- Sashimi
- Algae Soup quest item
Fish Pond Production
Fish Pond
Produces: Slimejack Roe
Roe Value: 80g → Aged Roe: 160g
Did You Know?
Slimejack's pond can produce Green Algae and other items at higher populations.