Introduction

The Crystal Hollows is an expansive, randomly-generated mining area in Hypixel SkyBlock, serving as the ultimate source of Gemstones. With a whopping 60 million blocks, this labyrinthine structure offers endless exploration and exciting possibilities for Minecraft players. But what exactly can you do in the Crystal Hollows, and what treasures await you? Read on to find out.

Purpose of Crystal Hollows

Once players level up their "Heart of the Mountain" to tier 3, they can purchase a Crystal Hollows pass from Gwendolyn to venture into this mysterious world. The Crystal Hollows is primarily a series of caves filled with various ores and gemstones. Each gemstone type correlates with a different SkyBlock stat, offering a rich reward for your mining efforts. Stone in these caverns is replaced by Hard Stone, which is tougher but more rewarding to mine.

Mining and Ores

The mechanics of mining in the Crystal Hollows differ slightly from regular Minecraft. For instance, mined blocks do not get replaced by bedrock; they're removed entirely. And while ores generally need a furnace in vanilla Minecraft, that's not the case here, thanks to the Smelting Touch perk.

The ore yield in the Crystal Hollows is also amplified:

  • Coal: 4 units
  • Diamond: 4 units
  • Emerald: 4 units
  • Lapis: 9 units
  • Redstone: 22 units

Treasure Chests

During your mining adventure, you might stumble upon Treasure Chests either at pre-determined locations or through random spawning (0.2% chance) in the Crystal Hollows. The loot from these chests varies depending on your location and can contain high or low-tier items.

  • High Tier Loot Chances: 5%
  • Low Tier Loot Chances: 95%

Note: Special methods and pets can increase the chance of Treasure Chests appearing.

Special Zones and Structures

The Crystal Hollows is segmented into unique zones, each having its specific loot and challenges:

  • Crystal Nucleus: Central hub for depositing Gemstone Crystals.
  • Dragon's Lair: Extremely rare, located within the Mithril Deposits.
  • Fairy Grotto: Main location to find Jasper gemstones.
  • Goblin Holdout: Home to the Goblin Queen's Den.
  • Jungle Temple: Contains the Amethyst Crystal.
  • Khazad-dûm: Home to the Bal boss and Topaz Crystal.
  • Lost Precursor City: Houses the Sapphire Crystal.
  • Magma Fields: Found throughout the map below Y64.
  • Mines of Divan: Exclusive location for Jade Crystal.

These special structures house respective Crystals and usually require completing a specific task to obtain them.

Trivia

In the Crystal Hollows, players have the freedom to place certain blocks like Torches, Ladders, Cobblestone, and different variants of Stone.

Community Efforts: Mining It Out!

Remarkably, community efforts have gone as far as attempting to completely mine out the Crystal Hollows. A famous YouTube video documented a group of 20 dedicated players spending 300 million coins on explosives and working tirelessly to deplete over 1 million blocks in just 25 minutes!

Conclusion

The Crystal Hollows in Hypixel SkyBlock is a miner's paradise filled with rare ores, gemstones, and mysterious zones. From leveling up stats with gemstones to finding rare loot in treasure chests, this area offers endless opportunities for fun and rewards. Whether you're a lone explorer or part of a mining army, the Crystal Hollows promises an unforgettable Minecraft experience.

Happy Mining!