The Forge Heart of Island Guide (March 2026) Location & Destruction Guide

Updated by Nikhil Desai
January 7, 2026
RobloxGaming

Are you struggling to find and destroy the Heart of the Island in The Forge? You’re not alone! This mysterious rock in Raven Cave has confused countless players, but I’m here to break down everything you need to know. After spending dozens of hours testing different methods and analyzing the latest game mechanics, I’ve created the most comprehensive guide available.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly where to find the Heart of the Island, how to destroy it efficiently, and maximize your chances of getting the rare Stolen Heart ore. Whether you’re a beginner just reaching Frostspire Expanse or an experienced player looking to optimize your farming strategy, this guide has you covered.

Aspect	Requirement/Info	Pro Tips
Location	Raven Cave (Red Cave)	Complete Raven 1 & 2 quests first
Level Requirement	Level 70+	Focus on reaching Frostspire Expanse first
Pickaxe Power	650+ base power	Prismatic Pickaxe ($2M) or Dragon Head Pickaxe
Rock Health	32,000-32,500 HP	Use mining potions and stand above to avoid fire
Stolen Heart Drop	1 in 54,321 chance	Boost luck with potions, runes, and events
Heart of Island Ore	1 in 123,456 chance	Weekend 2x luck events help significantly
Best Strategy	Server reset method	Private server resets are most efficient

What is the Heart of the Island?

The Heart of the Island is a special rock that spawns exclusively in Raven Cave (also known as Red Cave) in The Forge. This isn’t to be confused with the large decorative rock with red spikes that you’ll see at the back of the cave – that’s just a visual landmark and cannot be destroyed.

The real Heart of the Island rock looks similar to a regular ore node but without any red parts on top. This subtle difference is why many players walk right past it without realizing what they’ve found! The rock has an impressive 32,000-32,500 health points and is surrounded by fire hazards that respawn quickly, making the mining process challenging.

Why is it important? The Heart of the Island serves two crucial purposes:

It has a chance to drop the Heart of the Island Ore (Relic rarity, 1 in 123,456 chance)
It’s the only source of the Stolen Heart (Divine rarity, 1 in 54,321 chance)

Both ores are essential for crafting some of the best gear in the game, particularly for completing Raven’s third quest and obtaining the Berserker Armor recipe.

Prerequisites: What You Need Before Starting

Before you can even think about hunting the Heart of the Island, you’ll need to meet several requirements. Here’s your complete checklist:

Level and Area Requirements

Reach Level 70 to unlock Frostspire Expanse
Complete Raven Quest 1: Kill 5 Crystal Spiders, Mine 10 Icy Pebbles, Bring 1 Aetherit
Complete Raven Quest 2: Kill 10 Diamond Spiders, Kill 1 Prismarine Spider, Bring 1 Snowite
Obtain Red Cave Key from completing Raven Quest 2

Equipment Requirements

Pickaxe with 650+ base power (Prismatic Pickaxe recommended at $2,000,000)
Armor with good fire resistance (Raven Armor Set helps)
Health potions and food for sustained mining
Mining potions to increase mining speed
Luck potions to maximize drop chances

Pro Tip: Save Money on Pickaxes

If you have the Goblin race, you’ll get a discount on pickaxe purchases! The Prismatic Pickaxe’s $2M price tag can be reduced significantly with this racial bonus.

How to Access Raven Cave?

Getting to Raven Cave requires completing the first two Raven quests. Here’s the step-by-step process:

Finding Raven for Quest 1

Go to Frostspire Expanse (Level 70+)
Look for Greedy Cey’s stall and continue past it
Follow the path up the hill toward Spider Cave
Turn right immediately toward the lit torches and campfire
Find Raven perched on a wooden crate near the fire

Completing Quest 1

Kill 5 Crystal Spiders: Found throughout Spider Cave
Mine 10 Icy Pebbles: Requires 100+ base damage pickaxe (Lightite or Arcane work)
Get 1 Aetherit: 1 in 390 chance while mining Icy Pebbles

Finding Raven for Quest 2

Go to the forge area where Sensei Moro is located
Run to the right of Sensei Moro and behind the forge
Look for the big stone door – Raven will be waiting there

Completing Quest 2

Kill 10 Diamond Spiders: Found deeper in Spider Cave
Kill 1 Prismarine Spider: Mini-boss with 7,500-11,500 HP, located at the back-east of the cave
Get 1 Snowite: 1 in 4,325 chance from various ice objects

Once you complete Quest 2, you’ll receive the Red Cave Key and Raven’s Chestplate Recipe. Use the key on the padlock near the stone door to unlock Raven Cave!

Heart of the Island Location Guide

Now that you have access to Raven Cave, let’s find the Heart of the Island rock!

Understanding Raven Cave Layout

Raven Cave is a dangerous area filled with demonic spiders and fire hazards. The cave features:

Red Crystals (Small, Medium, Large) that can be mined
Demonic enemies (Mini, Regular, and Queen variants)
Fire hazards that respawn quickly
The Heart of the Island rock (rare spawn)

Identifying the Correct Rock

This is where most players get confused! Here’s how to identify the real Heart of the Island:

What it looks like:

Similar size and shape to regular ore nodes
No red parts on top (this is the key difference!)
Often surrounded by fire hazards
May appear in various locations throughout the cave

What it’s NOT:

The large decorative rock with a glowing red orb at the cave’s end
Regular red crystals or other ore nodes
Any rock with visible red spikes or parts

Best Farming Locations

Based on my testing, the Heart of the Island tends to spawn in these areas:

Near the entrance (easier access, less dangerous)
Side passages away from main enemy clusters
Around crystal clusters (replaces regular ore spawns)

How to Destroy the Heart of the Island?

Once you’ve found the Heart of the Island rock, destroying it requires strategy and preparation. Here’s your complete battle plan:

Pre-Battle Preparation

Clear the area of all enemies (spiders will interrupt your mining)
Drink a Mining Potion to increase your mining speed
Drink a Luck Potion to maximize drop chances
Equip your best pickaxe (650+ power required)
Position yourself above the rock if possible to avoid fire damage

The Mining Process

The Heart of the Island has approximately 32,000-32,500 HP, making it one of the toughest rocks to mine in the game. Here’s how to approach it:

Start mining with your strongest pickaxe
Watch your health – fire hazards deal consistent damage
Use health potions as needed during the process
Stay positioned above the rock to minimize fire damage
Mine completely to see what ore you get

Understanding the Drops

Each Heart of the Island rock yields exactly one ore when destroyed:

Stolen Heart (Divine rarity): 1 in 54,321 chance
Heart of the Island Ore (Relic rarity): 1 in 123,456 chance
Other ores: Various common/rare outcomes

Important: If you don’t get the desired ore, don’t leave the server! The rock regenerates after 30 seconds, and each respawn can contain different ore.

Spawning Methods: How to Make Heart of the Island Appear

The Heart of the Island is a rare spawn, so you need effective strategies to find it consistently. Here are the two main methods:

Method 1: Crystal Clearing Strategy

This method involves systematically breaking crystals to force spawns:

Enter Raven Cave with your best pickaxe
Destroy every crystal you see (Small, Medium, Large Red Crystals)
Check all ore spawn locations after clearing each area
Repeat the process if no Heart of the Island appears

Pros: Free method, works in any server Cons: Time-consuming, requires significant effort Success Rate: Moderate, depends on luck and persistence

Method 2: Server Reset Strategy (Recommended)

This is the most efficient method for finding Heart of the Island rocks:

For Private Server Owners:

Enter Raven Cave and quickly check all spawn locations
If no Heart of the Island found, leave the game
Rejoin the private server to reset all spawns
Repeat the process until you find one

For Public Server Players:

Join different servers and check Raven Cave quickly
Server hop between instances to find spawns
Use the server list to find less populated servers

Pros: Much faster, less effort required Cons: Requires private server access (costs Robux) or patience with server hopping Success Rate: High, most efficient method

Pro Tip: Weekend 2x Luck Events

According to the official patch notes, The Forge runs 2x Luck events during weekends. Plan your Heart of the Island farming during these times for significantly better drop rates!

Maximizing Your Luck: Complete Strategy Guide

Getting the rare drops from Heart of the Island requires maximizing your luck stat. Here’s every method available:

Potions and Consumables

Luck Potions: Temporary luck boost (Goblins get discount)
Mining Potions: Increases mining speed for faster attempts
Luck Totems: 25% temporary luck boost (from codes, daily rewards, or Robux)

Equipment and Runes

Miner Shard Runes with Luck trait on your pickaxe
Dedicated Player Skill: 8-40% luck boost based on playtime (check Achievements)
Angel Race: Best race for luck bonuses (check our The Forge progression guide for race info)

Events and Bonuses

Weekend 2x Luck Events: Double your chances
Developer Events: Special luck-boosting events
Active Codes: Like “RAVEN” for bonus rewards

Luck Stacking Strategy

Here’s how to maximize your luck for the best chances:

Play during weekend 2x luck events
Use Luck Potion before mining
Equip Miner Shard runes with luck
Activate Dedicated Player skill if available
Use Luck Totem for additional boost
Consider Angel race for permanent luck bonus

Advanced Farming Strategies

Once you’ve mastered the basics, these advanced strategies will help you farm Heart of the Island more efficiently:

Multi-Rock Strategy

Sometimes you’ll find two Heart of the Island rocks spawning close together. When this happens:

Mine the first rock completely
Wait 30 seconds for it to regenerate
Mine the second rock while the first respawns
Alternate between both for continuous farming

This strategy eliminates downtime and maximizes your farming efficiency.

Team Farming Approach

For players with friends or guild members:

Assign roles (one clears enemies, one mines)
Cover more ground by splitting up to search
Share luck potions and buffs
Take turns mining to maintain efficiency

Economy Management

Farming Heart of the Island can be expensive. Here’s how to manage your resources:

Sell common ores from other mining activities
Complete daily quests for extra money
Use money-making methods from our The Forge progression guide
Consider Goblin race for permanent discounts

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Even experienced players encounter problems. Here are solutions to the most common issues:

“I can’t find any Heart of the Island rocks!”

Solution: You’re likely looking at the wrong rock. Remember:

The real one has no red parts
It looks like a regular ore node
The large red-spiked rock is just decorative

“My pickaxe won’t break the rock!”

Solution: You need 650+ base power. The Prismatic Pickaxe ($2M) is the most accessible option. Check your pickaxe stats before attempting to mine.

“I keep dying to fire damage!”

Solution:

Position yourself above the rock when mining
Bring health potions and fire resistance gear
Clear all enemies before starting to mine
Consider the Raven Armor Set for fire protection

“I never get rare drops!”

Solution:

Stack luck bonuses using all available methods
Farm during 2x luck weekend events
Use server reset method for more attempts
Be patient – the drop rates are intentionally low

“The rock disappeared after I mined it!”

Solution: This is normal! Wait 30 seconds for it to regenerate. Each respawn can contain different ore.

Using the Drops: What to Do With Your Rare Ores

Once you finally get those rare drops, here’s how to use them effectively:

Stolen Heart (Divine Ore)

Primary Use: Complete Raven’s third quest
Secondary Use: Craft weapons with lifesteal trait
Value: Sells for $288.75, but worth much more for crafting
Strategy: Save at least one for the quest, consider extras for trading

Heart of the Island Ore (Relic Ore)

Primary Use: Craft armor with special bonuses
Stats: 1.5% or 15% HP bonus, conditional damage/speed boosts
Value: Sells for $346.88, but crafting value is higher
Strategy: Use in armor recipes for the best defensive bonuses

Crafting Recommendations

Based on my testing, here are the best uses:

Stolen Heart: Weapon crafting for lifesteal (essential for survivability)
Heart of the Island Ore: Armor crafting for the HP bonuses
Extra copies: Consider trading or selling for profit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to find a Heart of the Island rock?

With the server reset method, you can typically find one within 10-20 minutes. Using the crystal clearing method can take 1-2 hours depending on luck.

What’s the best pickaxe for mining Heart of the Island?

The Prismatic Pickaxe (650 power, $2M) is the most accessible. The Dragon Head Pickaxe from the Cult Questline may be even better if you can complete that questline.

Can I mine Heart of the Island with friends?

Yes! Team farming can be more efficient, but each player needs their own 650+ power pickaxe. The rock’s ore drop is individual for each player.

Why do I keep getting common ores from Heart of the Island?

The drop rates are intentionally low (1 in 54,321 for Stolen Heart, 1 in 123,456 for Heart of Island Ore). Stack luck bonuses and farm during 2x luck events for better chances.

Is the Heart of the Island rock the same as the big red crystal at the cave’s end?

No! The large decorative rock with the glowing orb is just a landmark. The real Heart of the Island looks like a regular ore node without red parts.

Do I need to complete all Raven quests before farming Heart of the Island?

You only need to complete the first two Raven quests to unlock Raven Cave access. The third quest requires a Stolen Heart, which you get from Heart of the Island.

Can I get multiple Stolen Hearts from one rock?

No, each Heart of the Island rock yields exactly one ore when mined. You’ll need to find multiple rocks or wait for respawns.

What happens if I die while mining?

You’ll lose progress on the current rock, but it will remain at the same health level when you return. Make sure to clear enemies and bring health potions!

Is it worth spending real money on a private server for farming?

If you plan to farm Heart of the Island regularly, a private server can save significant time and frustration. The server reset method is much faster than crystal clearing.

Can I trade Stolen Hearts with other players?

Yes, Stolen Hearts and Heart of the Island Ores can be traded with other players, making them valuable for the in-game economy.

Final Tips and Conclusion

Mastering the Heart of the Island in The Forge requires patience, preparation, and the right strategies. Here are my final recommendations:

Prepare thoroughly before entering Raven Cave – bring potions, health items, and your best pickaxe
Use the server reset method for the most efficient farming
Stack every luck bonus available, especially during weekend events
Be patient – the rare drops are intentionally difficult to get
Save your first Stolen Heart for Raven’s third quest to unlock the Berserker Armor

Remember, the Heart of the Island is one of the most challenging but rewarding aspects of The Forge. With the strategies in this guide, you’re now equipped to tackle this content like a pro!

Happy mining, and may luck be on your side in Raven Cave!