The 99 Nights in the Forest Halloween Update is live, and this time it’s all about making mysterious potions. If you’ve ever wanted to mix ingredients like a witch and see what happens, now’s your chance. But there’s one twist – every potion you create will be a surprise. You’ll have no clue what it does until you drink it or use it on someone else.
This guide covers everything about potion-making in 99 Nights in the Forest: where to find ingredients, how to use the Cauldron, and what kinds of effects your random brews can produce.
What’s New in the Halloween Update
The Halloween event, 99 Nights in the Forest: Week Two, expands on the spooky theme introduced in the previous Trick or Treat event. This week’s update adds a brand-new feature – Potion Brewing.
Players can now gather magical ingredients scattered throughout the map and mix them in the Cauldron to create potions with completely random effects. Some potions might help you, others might cause chaos – and that’s what makes it fun.
It’s not just about experimenting for fun either. Every time you make a potion, you’ll also earn Candies, the special event currency you can spend at the Halloween Shop to buy exclusive items.
All Potion Ingredients in 99 Nights in the Forest
There are no set recipes for specific potions, meaning the magic comes from trial and error. You can mix any three ingredients to create a potion. The possibilities are endless, but here’s the complete list of ingredients you can collect across the map:
- Morsel – dropped by bunnies.
- Bunny Foot – another drop from bunnies; try hunting them at night for better odds.
- Coal – found scattered around the map, especially near campfires or burnt areas.
- Mackerel – can be caught using a fishing rod in ponds or lakes.
- Steak – dropped by enemies, so it’s a reward for combat.
- Berry – collected from berry bushes scattered in forest areas.
- Dripleaf – grows near ponds and water edges.
- Moonflower – blooms only at night; harvest carefully under the moonlight.
- Stareweed – obtained by using concentrated light, typically near glowing plants.
- Cave Vine – found underground in caves and hidden tunnels.
- Mandrake Plant – located near trick-or-treat houses and known for its eerie scream.
Each ingredient has a distinct vibe, and some are easier to find than others. You’ll likely spend a good chunk of time exploring different areas to gather them all.
How to Make Potions in 99 Nights in the Forest
Once you have your ingredients, it’s time to get cooking – or rather, brewing.
To make a potion, head over to the Cauldron, which is located right next to your Crafting Bench and Campfire. The Cauldron is the main workstation for potion-making, and it’s always bubbling, waiting for new ingredients.
Here’s how to make your first potion:
- Collect three ingredients from your inventory.
- Go to the Cauldron beside your Crafting Bench.
- Throw all three ingredients into the Cauldron.
- Wait for the brew to finish, and you’ll receive a random potion and 10–15 candies as a reward.
The candy reward alone makes potion-making worth it, since candies can be used to unlock special Halloween items, cosmetics, or event gear.
Remember, there’s no guaranteed recipe. Each combination is unique, and the result will be different every time. That’s part of the mystery and fun of potion-making in 99 Nights in the Forest.
Playing as the Witch Class
If you’re serious about brewing and want to make it part of your gameplay, you can head to the Classes Shop and unlock the Witch Class.
This class is themed around potion brewing and magic, fitting perfectly with the new Halloween feature. It gives you a more immersive experience and makes you feel like a true forest sorcerer experimenting with strange ingredients.
All Known Potion Effects in 99 Nights in the Forest
Since potions have random results, the only way to find out what they do is to try them. Some effects are funny, others can be frustrating, and a few are just plain weird.
Here are the potion effects players have discovered so far:
- Pumpkin Vision: Your screen becomes completely covered by a giant pumpkin.
- Item Drop: Every item in your inventory drops instantly on the ground.
- Heavy Chain: A huge metal ball is chained to your leg, making movement much slower.
- Frog Transformation: You get turned into a frog, hop around for a bit, and then get flung into the air when the effect ends.
- Random Launch: You’re thrown far away from your house or location.
These effects are similar to the “Tricks” from the Trick or Treat update, adding a chaotic, unpredictable twist to the game.
The good news? Each potion you craft rewards you with more candies, even if the result isn’t what you expected.
Tips for Potion Brewing
If you want to make the most out of potion-making, here are a few quick tips:
- Collect ingredients in bulk. Since you never know which combo will produce which effect, it’s smart to gather as many ingredients as possible before experimenting.
- Use the nighttime to your advantage. Some plants, like Moonflower and Mandrake, only appear at night.
- Try brewing with friends. It’s more fun to discover new effects together – and sometimes hilarious to watch the chaos unfold.
- Keep extra candies handy. Candies are not just rewards; they’re also useful for buying Halloween items from the event shop.
Experimentation is the key. The more potions you make, the more effects you’ll uncover.
Final Thoughts
The potion-making system in 99 Nights in the Forest perfectly captures the spirit of Halloween – unpredictable, funny, and a little spooky. Whether you’re testing random ingredients, pranking your friends, or farming candies for rewards, it’s one of the most entertaining features added to the game so far.
So, grab your ingredients, light the campfire, and start brewing. Who knows what kind of strange magic you’ll uncover next?
How many potions have you brewed so far? Share your weirdest or funniest discoveries with other players in the comments!
