Mykaela Parag, Author at The Nerd Stash

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Mykaela has been a gamer ever since the time of the GameCube. Now, her passion for RPGs and Action-Adventure Games knows no bounds. Follow her on Twitter at @FBitzz!

Monster Hunter Rise Guide: How to Farm Talismans (Charms)

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: April 03, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guides, Monster Hunter RiseNo Comments

Talismans are essentially the charms in Monster Hunter Rise. These are accessories that can be equipped to increase stats such as HP, Stamina, and Resistances. However, making Talismans can be tricky to those unfamiliar with how the Melding Pot works in Monster Hunter Rise. Farming them is even trickier. Here’s all you need to know […] Read more

Monster Hunter Rise Guide: How to Capture Monsters

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: April 03, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guides, Monster Hunter RiseNo Comments

Capturing monsters has been a mechanic in the Monster Hunter series for quite some time. It goes without saying that players can do the same in Monster Hunter Rise. However, anyone that goes in without preparation or know-how will have a hard time completing the task. So, here are some tips on how to easily capture […] Read more

Monster Hunter Rise Guide: Where to Find Dragonhusk Shards

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 27, 2021In: Features, Gaming, NintendoTags: Guides, Monster Hunter RiseNo Comments

Resource gathering in Monster Hunter Rise is an extremely important aspect of the game. It’s how you upgrade your weapons and advance through the game to take on greater challenges. However, while Monster Hunter Rise will tell you what materials you need to advance, it won’t tell you where to go. This is especially true for […] Read more

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town – How to Upgrade Your Tools

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 26, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Indie Games, NintendoTags: Guides, StoryofSeasonsNo Comments

Your tools in Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town are how you interact with the world and shape your farm. They’re how you collect materials, harvest your crops, and even take some cute snapshots of the wilderness. Out of the nine tools you have, eight of them can be upgraded to newer and greater versions. […] Read more

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Guide- How to Get a Pet

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 26, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Indie Games, NintendoTags: Guides, StoryofSeasonsNo Comments

In Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town, you can build your farm from the ground up, but no one said you had to do it alone. Why not get an adorable pet that will liven up your days on the farm? That’s right! Alongside your farm animals, you’ll be able to adopt cats and dogs […] Read more

Stardew Valley Guide: How to Catch Pufferfish

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 19, 2021In: Features, Gaming, PC, PS4, Xbox OneTags: Guides, Stardew ValleyNo Comments

Stardew Valley has many ways for players to make money. Of course, you can farm, but why not take your chances spending your days fishing by the sea? You might just be able to catch the famed Pufferfish. In Stardew Valley, they sell for quite a bit and you’ll actually need them for some quests. This […] Read more

Minecraft Guide: How to Farm Mushrooms

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 19, 2021In: Gaming, iOS, Nintendo, PC, PS4, Xbox OneTags: Guides, MinecraftNo Comments

Mushrooms are an excellent food source in Minecraft. Just one bowl of Mushroom Stew can restore six hunger. Though these fungi cannot be grown in direct sunlight, they’re lucrative produce that any player should have their eye on. But for those of you who need a little help with making your own mushroom farm, here are a […] Read more

Valheim Guide: Where to Get Rubies

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 18, 2021In: Features, Gaming, PCTags: Guides, ValheimNo Comments

Rubies in Valheim are a great way to make some quick coin with the trader Haldor. However, like all valuables, rubies can only be found in chests out in the world. Players of Valheim will have to venture out and dig up some chests and hope to find some rubies. Here are all the best places to […] Read more

Valheim Guide: How to Find Maypoles

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 14, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Indie GamesTags: Guides, ValheimNo Comments

For those of you familiar with Valheim, you’ll know that comfort is a valuable stat. If you have a high comfort level in your surroundings, you’ll receive an increased rested bonus time. You’ll need items, like the Maypole, to increase your comfort level. However, Maypoles are one of the few decorations in Valheim that cannot be […] Read more

Stardew Valley Guide: How to Get Fire Quartz

Posted By: Mykaela Paragon: March 13, 2021In: Features, GamingTags: Guides, Stardew ValleyNo Comments

Fire Quartz is a rare mineral that is well-liked by the majority of villagers in Stardew Valley and can be quite profitable outside of farming. However, as it is rare, finding any Fire Quartz can be difficult if you don’t know where to look. Here’s where you can look to find all the Fire Quartz […] Read more