Disney Dreamlight Valley is full of charming surprises, but figuring out how to upgrade your tools can be one of its biggest mysteries. Fear not, fellow adventurer! This guide will be your trusty shovel (pun intended) as you navigate the path to a tidier Valley and more room for all your favorite decorations.
Four Royal Tools, Endless Possibilities
As of now, there are four Royal Tools in Disney Dreamlight Valley that can be upgraded:
- Royal Shovel
- Royal Pickaxe
- Royal Watering Can
- Royal Hourglass
While most upgrades are unlocked through Friendship and Story quests, some of the latest enhancements require crafting specific potions at the Timebending Table after upgrading the Royal Hourglass. It’s worth noting that the Royal Fishing Rod currently does not offer any upgrades in the game.
Royal Hourglass Upgrades
The Royal Hourglass, introduced with the A Rift In Time DLC, is a unique tool with upgradeable features. The second upgrade, Royal Hourglass Level 1, can be obtained by crafting a specific potion at the Timebending Table.
Requirements for Royal Hourglass Level 1:
- Mist x3,000
- Ancient Core (Level 1) x1
Upon obtaining these items, players can visit the Timebending Table, purchase the Large Swirling Sands Hourglass Potion, and apply it to the Royal Hourglass.
Royal Shovel Upgrades
The Royal Shovel is instrumental in establishing allotments and creating farms for cultivating vegetables and fruits. It is a valuable tool for generating consumables that can be sold at Goofy’s Stall.
Upgrade List for Royal Shovel:
| Upgrade | Prerequisites | Item required for upgrade |
| 1 | Complete An Icy Invitation quest | Shovel Blade |
| 2 | Complete the Breaking Bones quest | Lion’s Claw Shovel Head |
| 3 | Complete The Circle of Life quest | Roaring Shovel Head |
| 4 | Complete Village Project: Timeless Trash quest | Small Rubble Shovel Potion |
| 5 | Upgrade Royal Hourglass to Level 1 | Large Rubble Shovel Potion |
Royal Watering Can Upgrades
The Royal Watering Can plays a crucial role in nurturing crops. By watering dry soil patches, players can facilitate the growth of crops, harvest them, and sell them at Goofy’s Stall.
Upgrade List for Royal Watering Can:
| Upgrades | Prerequisites | Item required for upgrade |
| 1 | Complete A Dark Experiment quest | None |
| 2 | Complete The Final Trial quest | Royal Watering Can Upgrading Ointment |
| 3 | Complete the Fire Alarm quest | Icy Enchantment |
| 4 | Complete Village Project: Timeless Trash quest | Small Evil Plant Watering Can Potion |
| 5 | Upgrade Royal Hourglass to Level 1 | Large Evil Plant Watering Can Potion |
Royal Pickaxe Upgrades
The Royal Pickaxe enables miners to extract resources like Iron Ore, Emeralds, and Aquamarine from rocks around Dreamlight Valley. These resources can be used for crafting various items at Crafting Tables and as gifts for neighbors.
Upgrade List for Royal Pickaxe:
| Upgrades | Prerequisites | Item required for upgrade |
| 1 | Complete The Great Maui quest | None |
| 2 | Complete A Tale of Stone and Fire quest | None |
| 3 | Complete Breaking the Ice quest | Warmth of Summer Potion |
| 4 | Complete The Singing Ice quest | Cold of Winter Potion |
| 5 | Complete The Secrets of Eternity Isle quest | None |
| 6 | Complete Village Project: Time Trash quest | Small Glass Stalagmite Pickaxe Potion |
| 7 | Upgrade Royal Hourglass to Level 1 | Large Copper Rocks Pickaxe Potion |
| 8 | Upgrade Royal Hourglass to Level 1 | Large Glass Stalagmite Pickaxe Upgrade |
With your upgraded tools in hand, you’ll be well on your way to transforming Disney Dreamlight Valley into a thriving paradise. So grab your shovel, pickaxe, and watering can, and get ready to unleash your inner farmer, miner, or time-bending wizard! Just remember, friendship, quests, and a little crafting magic are the key to unlocking the full potential of your Royal Tools and conquering the Valley!
