To get Chromite in Palworld, reveal hidden deposits on Feybreak using a Metal Detector or Smokie, then mine them. Smokie is the better companion for repeat farming because its partner skill detects Chromite and increases acquisition by 100-200% while it fights alongside you.
Start with Scorched Hill for its concentration of deposits, or visit Shield Dragon Tunnel to combine a boss fight with mining. You'll need Chromite for Hexolite and other late-game crafting. This guide covers Palworld 1.0, including detector requirements, farming areas, alternative sources, and recipes.
What do you need before farming Chromite?
The Metal Detector route
The Metal Detector unlocks at level 58 in the Technology tree and requires Production Assembly Line II to craft. Its crafting requirements include 20 Nightstar Sand, so gather that material before setting off to mine.
Your preparation checklist is straightforward:
- Unlock the Metal Detector at Technology level 58.
- Gather the required crafting materials, including 20 Nightstar Sand.
- Craft it at Production Assembly Line II.
- Bring a Pickaxe to harvest the deposits you uncover.
Once you're at a farming spot, equip the detector and move around the area. Nearby Chromite deposits emerge from the ground when detected, letting you mine them.
Metal Detector unlock requirements
The Smokie route
Smokie's partner skill, Dig, Smokie! Dig!, detects nearby Chromite when activated. Its acquisition bonus increases the Chromite you receive by 100-200% while Smokie fights alongside you.
Best for repeat farming: Smokie gives you detection and a harvesting bonus in the same companion. Catching one is a better long-term investment than defeating it for its small Chromite drop.
| Option | Requirement | What it provides | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal Detector | Technology level 58, Production Assembly Line II, and crafting materials | Reveals hidden Chromite deposits | Players who already have the crafting setup |
| Smokie | Catch and deploy Smokie, then activate its partner skill | Detects nearby Chromite and increases acquisition by 100-200% while fighting alongside you | Repeated Chromite farming trips |
Where should you farm Chromite on Feybreak?
Feybreak lies southwest of Mount Obsidian and the starting area. Its Chromite locations include 257 known world-map spots, with another 158 across 20 Feybreak Cavern layouts.
For an initial search area, choose Scorched Hill. Its 61 known deposits make it the strongest starting recommendation by node count. Stone Pillar Cave is another option, with 34 spots in its surrounding area.
| Feybreak area | Known Chromite spots |
|---|---|
| Scorched Hill | 61 |
| Stone Pillar Cave | 34 |
| The Oculus Gate, Tower in Sight | 32 |
| Hidden Passage to the Oculus Gate | 30 |
| Scorched Ashland | 27 |
| Deserted Ash Plateau | 26 |
| Emberstone Plateau | 19 |
| Withered Seaside | 12 |
These counts identify areas to search. You'll still need Smokie or the Metal Detector to reveal the buried deposits once you arrive.
Feybreak Chromite farming areas
Are Feybreak Caverns worth checking?
Yes. The 20 Feybreak Cavern layouts contain 7-9 Chromite spots each, totaling 158. They're worth checking during dungeon exploration because you can search for several deposits within the same layout.
For your wider material supply, compare Palworld base locations when planning an ore, coal, or oil hub alongside your Feybreak mining trips.
How do you farm Chromite at Shield Dragon Tunnel?
Shield Dragon Tunnel offers a specific destination if you'd rather follow a clear mining routine than search an entire region. The fast travel point is in central Feybreak, beside the entrance to the Silvegis boss area.
This route is best for players who want boss drops and Chromite deposits on the same trip. You'll need to defeat both Silvegis in the arena before harvesting safely.
- Travel to the Shield Dragon Tunnel fast travel point in central Feybreak.
- Enter the nearby tunnel and defeat both Silvegis.
- Deploy Smokie and activate its detection skill, or equip your Metal Detector.
- Search around the boss arena to reveal Chromite deposits.
- Mine the exposed deposits with your Pickaxe.
Silvegis also drops Chromite directly, so the encounter provides a small amount before you start mining. The deposits are the reason to bring your detection setup rather than leaving immediately after the fight.
Mining the Silvegis boss arena
Can you get Chromite without mining deposits?
Yes. Silvegis, Smokie, Feybreak Supplies, and the Wise Geologist provide other ways to collect Chromite. These options suit different needs: Pal drops provide small quantities, Supplies offer a larger pickup, and the geologist gives a one-time gift.
| Source | Chromite received | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Silvegis | 2-3 per defeat | 100% drop chance |
| Smokie | 1-2 per defeat | 100% drop chance |
| Supplies in Feybreak | 30-40 | 100% chance to contain Chromite |
| Wise Geologist | 5 | First conversation only |
Between the two Pal drops, Silvegis gives more Chromite per defeat. Smokie is worth catching first because its detection skill and acquisition bonus are more useful for ongoing farming than a drop of 1-2 ore.
Feybreak Supplies are worth collecting when you encounter them. Their 30-40 Chromite payout is substantially larger than either Pal's individual drop.
What can you craft with Chromite?
Chromite is an ingredient in Hexolite, Mythical Wooden Board, and Silvegis Emblem recipes. Your crafting target determines how much ore to reserve before spending the rest.
| Crafted item | Chromite per item | Other ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| Hexolite | 1 | 1 Hexolite Quartz |
| Mythical Wooden Board | 5 | 10 Mythical Wood and 10 Hardwood |
| Silvegis Emblem | 10 | 20 Refined Ingot, 35 Paldium Fragment, and 30 Ancient Bone |
Hexolite
Hexolite is made at the Gigantic Furnace, unlocked at level 58. Each craft combines 1 Chromite with 1 Hexolite Quartz to produce 1 Hexolite, so keep both materials stocked if that's your immediate goal.
Mythical Wooden Board
Each Mythical Wooden Board consumes 5 Chromite alongside 10 Mythical Wood and 10 Hardwood. If wood is holding up production rather than ore, follow the Hardwood farming guide to work on that ingredient next.
Silvegis Emblem
The Silvegis Emblem increases your Defense and the Defense of the Pal fighting alongside you. Craft it at a Production Assembly Line after obtaining its schematic.
The Silvegis Emblem Schematic has a 0.98% drop chance from the final chest of the Rayne Syndicate Platform Oil Rig. Getting enough Chromite handles only one part of that crafting goal; the schematic unlock comes first.
Common mistakes
- Searching Feybreak without detection. Chromite stays hidden until a Metal Detector or Smokie reveals it. Looking for ordinary exposed ore won't get the job done.
- Keeping Smokie in your party without using it. Activate Dig, Smokie! Dig! to detect deposits, and have Smokie fighting alongside you for its acquisition bonus.
- Defeating your first Smokie for ore. Its 1-2 Chromite drop is small compared with its value as a farming companion. Catch one before treating it as a material source.
- Leaving a cleared Silvegis arena immediately. Search the arena with your detector or Smokie before heading out. The boss drops and buried deposits are separate sources of Chromite.
Pro tips
Prepare for the weight, not just the stack size
Chromite has a weight of 3 per unit and a maximum stack size of 9999. Clear inventory capacity before a dedicated trip, especially when bringing Smokie for increased acquisition.
Choose a destination that matches your goal
Use Scorched Hill when your priority is an area with many known deposits. Choose Shield Dragon Tunnel when you also want the Silvegis fight, or check Feybreak Caverns while you're already exploring dungeons.
Frequently asked questions
Can Smokie find Chromite without a Metal Detector?
Yes. Activating Dig, Smokie! Dig! detects nearby Chromite, giving you an alternative to the level 58 Metal Detector. Smokie also increases acquisition by 100-200% while fighting alongside you.
Does Chromite only appear in boss arenas?
No. Feybreak has world-map deposits around areas such as Scorched Hill, plus deposits in Feybreak Caverns and boss arenas. Bring detection equipment or Smokie to each type of location.
Which Pal drops more Chromite?
Silvegis drops 2-3 Chromite per defeat, compared with Smokie's 1-2. Both have a 100% drop chance, but Smokie is the more useful companion for mining deposits.
Where can you find other late-game materials?
For your next crafting bottleneck after Chromite, use the Palworld rare resource locations guide to plan which material to collect next.
