The Forge: All Ores in The Peak (March 2026) Complete Guide

Updated by Sunny Kaushik
January 14, 2026
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If you are looking for the ultimate mining challenge in The Forge, you have arrived at the right place. The Peak is not for the faint of heart; it is the high-level zone where danger and opportunity collide. I have spent countless hours scaling those treacherous heights and chipping away at the hardest rock to bring you this comprehensive guide on every single ore you can find there.

In this article, I’m going to break down exactly what ores spawn in The Peak, their rarity, how much they are worth, and the specific strategies you need to farm them efficiently without dying to the harsh environment. Whether you are looking to craft the end-game gear or just want to line your pockets with cash, understanding the economy of The Peak is crucial.

Quick Reference: The Peak Ore Overview

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details, here is a quick table to help you identify the ores at a glance.

Ore Name	Rarity Category	Estimated Value	Recommended Tool
Sunstone	Common (Zone Specific)	Moderate	Mythril Pickaxe or better
Moonstone	Uncommon	High	Adamantite Pickaxe or better
Ruby	Rare	Very High	Adamantite Pickaxe or better
Sapphire	Rare	Very High	Runite Pickaxe or better
Emerald	Rare	Very High	Runite Pickaxe or better
Diamond	Epic	Extreme	Dragonite Pickaxe or better
Void Crystal	Legendary	Extreme / Special	Dragonite Pickaxe or better
Starfire Ore	Mythic	Priceless	Celestial Pickaxe

Note: Values fluctuate based on the in-game market and recent 2026 updates.

What is The Peak?

The Peak is the highest reachable point in the game world of The Forge. Unlike the starting zones where dirt and stone are abundant, The Peak is characterized by its volatile terrain, lava flows, and hard-as-bedrock mineral deposits. To survive here, you need more than just a pickaxe; you need preparation.

Accessing The Peak usually requires you to have completed specific quests and obtained a mid-game pickaxe. If you try to mine here with a basic tool, you will just waste your time and durability.

Preparation Before You Go

Let’s talk about getting ready. I made the mistake of rushing to The Peak under-geared, and let me tell you, it was a disaster.

Gear Up: Ensure you have at least Mythril Armor. The mobs in The Peak hit hard.
Pickaxe Choice: Do not bring anything weaker than a Mythril Pickaxe. While you can mine Sunstone with weaker tools, the respawn times and durability drain make it not worth the effort.
Consumables: Bring plenty of stamina potions. Mining at this altitude is exhausting, and the ore nodes have significantly higher health points (HP) than lower-tier ores.

All Ores in The Peak: Detailed Breakdown

Now, let’s get into the meat of the guide. Here is every ore you can find in The Peak, ranked by their accessibility and rarity.

1. Sunstone

Sunstone is the bread and butter of The Peak. While it is considered “Common” relative to this zone, it is still a valuable resource that you won’t find in the lower valleys.

Appearance: A glowing, amber-colored crystal embedded in grey rock.
Where to Find: Sunstone is scattered generously throughout the lower slopes of The Peak. You don’t need to reach the very summit to find it.
Mining Strategy: Since Sunstone nodes are plentiful, I recommend creating a “farming loop” at the base of the mountain. They respawn relatively quickly (usually every 5-10 minutes depending on server population).
Usage: Essential for mid-game upgrades and trading. It provides a steady stream of income that funds your hunts for rarer ores.

2. Moonstone

Once you climb a bit higher, the environment gets darker, and the rocks start to shimmer with a blue hue. You’ve found the Moonstone zone.

Appearance: Pale blue, translucent crystal that emits a soft light.
Rarity: Uncommon.
Where to Find: Mid-to-high altitude areas of The Peak. Look for overhangs and cave entrances near the cliffs.
Value: Moonstone sells for a significantly higher price than Sunstone. It is a critical component for enchanting gear.
Pro Tip: Moonstone is often guarded by stronger mobs. Clear the area before you start mining, or you might get knocked off the cliff mid-swing.

3. The Big Three: Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald

These three are the staple “Rare” ores of The Peak. They are what most players are hunting when they make the trek up the mountain.

Ruby

Appearance: Deep red, jagged crystal.
Location: Found near lava flows in The Peak. The heat seems to foster their growth.
Value: High demand in the 2026 market due to its use in high-level weapon crafting.

Sapphire

Appearance: Brilliant blue, geometric clusters.
Location: Usually found in the frozen, icy caps of The Peak (yes, despite the lava, the top is frozen!). You need heat resistance potions to mine these effectively without taking damage.
Strategy: Mine these quickly. The nodes shatter if you don’t break them within a certain time frame after the first hit.

Emerald

Appearance: Vibrant green, rough texture.
Location: Randomly scattered throughout The Peak but with a higher spawn rate in caves.
Usage: Primarily used for magic-based upgrades and armor plating.

4. Diamond

Diamond is the “Epic” tier ore that serves as the gatekeeper to the end-game.

Appearance: Light blue, perfectly cut diamond shape, very shiny.
Rarity: Spawn rate is roughly 5-10% compared to Sunstone.
Location: The Summit. You literally have to stand on top of the highest point of the map to find consistent Diamond spawns. There are usually only 2-3 nodes active at any given time on a server.
Strategy: Competition is fierce here. I recommend switching to a low-population server to farm Diamonds. If you see another player eyeing a node, be prepared to race or negotiate.

5. Void Crystal

This is where things get interesting. Void Crystal was added in recent updates and has quickly become the most sought-after material for top-tier players.

Appearance: Black and purple swirling energy. It looks like a hole in the reality of the game.
Rarity: Legendary.
Location: The Peak “Underworld” – a hidden cave system accessible only by jumping into a specific lava pool at the summit (don’t worry, there’s a portal, but you lose health).
Mining Difficulty: Extremely high. Requires a Dragonite Pickaxe.
Value: Because it is used for the best items in the game, the market value is astronomical. Finding one Void Crystal can fund your gear upgrades for a week.

6. Starfire Ore

The “Mythic” tier. The Holy Grail. Starfire Ore is so rare that many players don’t even believe it exists.

Appearance: Gold and white, radiates intense light particles that can be seen from far away.
Spawn Condition: It only spawns during a specific in-game event: The Meteor Shower. This happens randomly once every few in-game days.
Location: Only spawns at the very tip of the Summit during the event.
Strategy: You need a Celestial Pickaxe to mine this. Furthermore, the node disappears after 60 seconds, regardless of whether you finish mining it or not. You need maximum DPS (Damage Per Second) gear and buffs to crack it open in time.

Pro Strategies for Farming The Peak

Just knowing where the ores are isn’t enough. You need a strategy to maximize your efficiency. Here are my personal methods for dominating The Peak in March 2026.

The “Loop” Method

Don’t just stand in one spot waiting for a respawn. Create a mental (or physical) map of The Peak.

Start at the base: Mine all Sunstones.
Move to the mid-level: Hit the Moonstones and Emeralds.
Hit the Summit: Check for Diamonds and Rubies.
Reset back to base.

By the the time you finish the loop, the base ores will have respawned. This keeps your inventory moving and your XP gain constant.

Server Hopping for Rares

For Diamond and Void Crystal, camping is ineffective because other players are likely watching the same spawn points.

Mine the node on Server A.
Immediately leave and join Server B.
The node has a high chance of being freshly spawned on Server B.
Repeat.

This is the fastest way to stack up Diamonds, though it requires patience with loading screens.

Managing Inventory Space

Inventory management is a huge pain in The Peak because the high-tier ores stack in lower quantities (or take up more space).

Always carry a Portable Merchant (if your game has one) or have a recall scroll ready to sell immediately.
Prioritize Rare+ ores in your inventory. If you run out of space, drop Sunstones. You can always get more Sunstones, but dropping a Diamond hurts your soul.

The “Speed Miner” Build

If you are serious about farming The Peak, you need to optimize your stats and accessories for Mining Speed, not just Damage.

Accessories: Look for items with “Haste” or “Mining Speed” buffs.
Buff Potions: Use “Miner’s Elixirs” before hitting a rare node.
Why? Faster mining means you can hit more nodes before they despawn or get stolen by other players.

Economy and Trading: What to Keep vs. Sell?

One of the questions I get asked most often is, “Should I sell this ore or craft with it?”

Sunstone/Moonstone: SELL. These are abundant. Unless you are specifically grinding a crafting level, selling them gives you the capital to buy rarer materials or better gear.
Rubies/Sapphires/Emeralds: CRAFT. These are the “sweet spot.” They are valuable enough to be worth crafting with but not so rare that you should hoard them forever. Use them to upgrade your main pickaxe and armor.
Diamonds: HOARD. You will need these eventually for end-game upgrades. Sell only if you are desperate for cash.
Void/Starfire: MARKET. Unless you are at the absolute peak of the progression curve, selling these is often more profitable than using them yourself. You can buy the gear made from them later with the profits.

Common Mistakes to Avoid In 2026

I’ve seen so many players make these errors in The Peak. Learn from their failures so you don’t repeat them.

Ignoring Durability: Your pickaxe will break. If you are deep in The Peak and your pickaxe shatters, you have a long, dangerous walk down without being able to gather anything. Always bring a spare or repair kit.
Fighting Unnecessary Mobs: The mobs in The Peak are aggressive. However, if you are agile, you can often mine an ore and jump away before the mob lands a hit. Don’t waste time and durability fighting mobs that aren’t guarding a loot chest.
Mining During Events (Unprepared): If the “Meteor Shower” event starts and you don’t have a Celestial Pickaxe or a full stamina bar, you are going to miss out on Starfire Ore. Keep an eye on the chat/event timer!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I unlock The Peak in The Forge?

You usually need to reach Level 20 (or the equivalent mining level required for a Mythril Pickaxe) and complete the quest “The Climb,” which is given by the Blacksmith in the central hub.

What is the best pickaxe for The Peak?

The Dragonite Pickaxe is the standard “best” choice for 99% of players. It mines all ores up to Void Crystal efficiently. If you are lucky enough to have a Celestial Pickaxe, it is the only tool capable of mining Starfire Ore.

Can I find Void Crystal outside the Peak?

No. Void Crystal is exclusive to The Peak (and specifically the hidden cave system beneath it).

Is Starfire Ore worth the grind?

Honestly? For most players, no. The effort required to get a Celestial Pickaxe and then camp the meteor event is massive. It is usually more profitable to buy the gear with money made from farming Diamonds and Void Crystals. However, if you want the bragging rights and the absolute best stats, it is necessary.

Why can’t I mine the ore even though I found it?

Check your Pickaxe Tier. Each ore in The Peak has a minimum tool requirement. If you are using an Adamantite Pickaxe on a Void Crystal, you will just get a message saying “Your tool is not strong enough.”

Do ores spawn in the same place every time?

Yes and no. The nodes spawn in fixed locations (spawn points), but which type of ore spawns there is random. A Sunstone spot might respawn as a Moonstone or rarely an Emerald, though Diamond and Void spots are usually fixed to specific rare locations.

Conclusion

Mastering The Forge: All Ores in The Peak is the final hurdle for any aspiring miner in 2026. It takes patience, the right gear, and a bit of luck to walk away with a bag full of Diamonds and Void Crystals.

Remember to start with the Loop Method to build up your capital, don’t waste your rare gems on low-level crafts, and always keep an eye on your durability. The Peak is unforgiving, but the rewards are unmatched.

Good luck out there, miners! I’ll see you at the summit.