The Snowy Mountain is one of the newest and most important areas in Prospecting. Not only is it the home of rare resources like Mythril, but it also marks a major step in your progression. However, you can’t just walk in — there are requirements and an NPC quest you’ll need to complete first. Here’s the full step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Unlock Caldera Island
Before you can even think about Snowy Mountain, you need to clear Volcanic Island (also called Caldera Island).
- Progress through the story until you gain access to Caldera Island.
- Once completed, new travel options open up, including the ability to meet the Arctic Traveler.
Step 2: Find the Arctic Traveler
Head to the docks on Caldera Island, where you’ll encounter a new NPC called the Arctic Traveler.
- This NPC is the key to unlocking Snowy Mountain.
- However, he won’t let you through right away — you’ll need to complete a small requirement first.
Step 3: The Dragon Flame Shovel Requirement
The Arctic Traveler’s quest requires you to have the Dragon Flame Shovel equipped.
- Where to Get It: The Dragon Flame Shovel can be purchased inside the volcano on Caldera Island.
- Make sure you buy it before returning to the Arctic Traveler.
- Once equipped, interact with the Traveler again to complete the task.
Step 4: Unlock Snowy Mountain
After showing the Arctic Traveler your Dragon Flame Shovel, he will grant you the ability to teleport directly to Snowy Mountain.
- From now on, you can instantly travel to the snowy region whenever you need to farm, complete quests, or hunt for mythic resources.
Why Snowy Mountain is Important
Unlocking Snowy Mountain is a big deal because it gives you access to:
- Mythril (Myithil) – a rare mythic ore tied to valuable quests and crafting.
- New Quests – additional progression opportunities.
- Fresh Exploration – new areas like Frostbite River, Frostbite Waterfall, and Frozen Peak.
- Don’t forget to buy the Dragon Flame Shovel before heading back to the Arctic Traveler.
- If you’re low on funds, prioritize grinding to afford the shovel early.
- Once Snowy Mountain is unlocked, focus on farming Frostbite Waterfall for the most reliable ore spawns.
Unlocking Snowy Mountain in Prospecting is a straightforward but essential milestone. By completing Caldera Island, purchasing the Dragon Flame Shovel, and finishing the Arctic Traveler’s requirement, you’ll gain permanent access to one of the game’s most rewarding zones.
From here, you can dive into farming Mythril, completing snowy quests, and advancing further into the game’s progression system.