How to Get the Best Detector and Shovel in Desert Detectors

Unearthing treasure in Desert Detectors can be tricky, but the right shovel and detector combo makes all the difference. Forget “good”—we're after the *best*. This guide reveals how to acquire the ultimate treasure-hunting tools.

Best Shovel and Detector Combo in Desert Detectors

Location where you can buy Pharoh Detector and Shovel next to a Pyramid in Desert Detector

You can buy the Pharoh Detector and Shovel near the Pyramid Merchant.

A Player Showing the way towards the Pyramids in Desert Detectors

From the spawn point, head west to reach the Pyramids.

The undisputed champions of Desert Detectors are the Pharoh Shovel and Pharoh Detector. Their superior stats are complemented by incredibly valuable passive abilities, especially the detector's. Find them both at the Pyramids. From your starting location, simply follow the compass north-west.

Item	Details
	• Extremely high Speed and Power stats • Passive Ability: 5% Increased effect of Pharoh’s Vision ability
	• High Speed and Range stats • Passive Ability: 5% chance to find Cursed Treasure

Getting Cursed Treasures With Pharoh Detector

A Player holding a Cursed Chest in Desert Detectors

Cursed Treasures offer significantly increased value.

The Pharoh Detector unlocks access to Cursed Treasures, though finding them isn't guaranteed. The 5% chance means persistence is key. Cursed Treasures sell for far more than regular finds—a regular chest might fetch 500 Sheckles, while a Cursed Chest can be worth 12,500. Aim for Rainbow Spots for the most valuable treasures.

How to Farm Sheckles for Pharoh Detector and Shovel

A Player getting a Rare Exclamation while using Pharoh Detector

The Pyramids and surrounding Plains are prime locations for high-value treasures.

The Pharoh Detector and Shovel's high cost (2,000,000 Sheckles for the detector and 575,000 for the shovel) requires dedicated farming. Focus on Rainbow, Red, and Yellow spots, particularly around the Pyramids and the Plains behind them. These areas yield more valuable treasures than usual. While there's no foolproof method, finding a Rainbow spot often leads to others nearby, so thoroughly check the area after each dig.

Before selling, consider smelting your finds at the Blacksmith. Smelting upgrades treasures to Polished, Shiny, or Gold variants, dramatically increasing their value.

How to Smelt Found Treasures

A Player interacting with the smelter NPC in Desert Detectors

Smelt your treasures at the Smelter NPC in Dusthaven.

A player using the smelter in Desert Detectors

Smelting can take several hours.

A player standing next to the Blacksmith Building in Desert Detectors

Find the Smelter NPC inside the Blacksmith Building.

The Blacksmith Building in Dusthaven houses the Smelter NPC. Smelt items like Sphynx, Fighting Jett, Pharoh’s Pillar, or Submarine for maximum profit. Smelting takes 4-12 hours, but progresses even while offline.

This concludes our guide to obtaining the best shovel and detector combo in Desert Detectors. For additional rewards, check out our Desert Detectors codes page!