Desert Detectors' Best Finds: Detectors & Shovels

Starting your treasure hunting adventure in Desert Detectors can be tricky, but finding the right tools makes all the difference. While basic equipment works fine, serious hunters need premium gear - and we've got the complete breakdown on securing the top-tier Pharaoh Detector and Shovel combo.

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Table of Contents

• Best Shovel and Detector Combo in Desert Detectors
• Unlocking Cursed Treasures With the Pharaoh Detector
• Efficient Sheckle Farming Techniques
• Mastering Treasure Smelting

Best Shovel and Detector Combo in Desert Detectors

The undisputed pinnacle of detection equipment is the Pharaoh Detector and Pharaoh Shovel. These premium tools offer superior stats and game-changing passive abilities. You'll find them for sale near the Pyramids - simply travel west from your starting location.

Equipment	Key Features
	Exceptional digging speed and power Passive: +5% boost to Pharaoh's Vision ability
	High scanning speed and range Passive: 5% chance to locate rare Cursed Treasures

Unlocking Cursed Treasures

The Pharaoh Detector's unique ability lets you find ultra-rare Cursed Treasures, though the 5% discovery rate means patience is required. These premium finds command premium prices - while standard chests sell for 500 Sheckles, their cursed counterparts fetch a whopping 12,500 Sheckles. For maximum profit, aim to uncover these on Rainbow Spots where treasure values peak.

Efficient Sheckle Farming Techniques

Premium tools come at premium prices: 2,000,000 Sheckles for the Detector and 575,000 Sheckles for the Shovel. To build your fortune efficiently:

• Prioritize Rainbow, Red, and Yellow treasure spots near Pyramids
• Rainbow spots often appear clustered - thoroughly scan nearby areas after finding one
• Consider smelting high-value finds before selling for maximum profit

Mastering Treasure Smelting

The smelting process, available at Dusthaven's Blacksmith, can dramatically increase your treasures' value by upgrading them to Polished, Shiny, or Gold variants. Focus on smelting:

• Sphynx artifacts
• Fighting Jett relics
• Pharaoh's Pillars
• Submarine models

Note that smelting takes 4-12 hours depending on item rarity, but progresses even while offline.