Hypixel SkyBlock Patch 0.20.5 Notes: August 2024 – Complete Update Guide

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Are you looking for the latest Hypixel Skyblock Alpha patch notes? You’re in the right place. The August 2024 update, also known as version 0.20.5, is packed with new content and significant changes. Whether you’re a dedicated miner, decorator, or dungeon crawler, these updates are vital. Let’s dive into everything you need to know.

Pin Points:

• New NPC Vincent: Vincent, the new artist in the Village, introduces the Artist’s Abode, focusing on dyes.
• Dye Rebalancing: Adjusted drop rates and sources for existing dyes, making them more accessible.
• New Dyes Added: A variety of new dyes such as Archfiend Dye, Copper Dye, and Matcha Dye have been introduced.
• Dungeon and Item Changes: Significant updates, including the removal of the Bomb Defuse puzzle in dungeons.
• Extensive Bug Fixes: Multiple fixes across items, enchantments, farming, mining, and pets.

The Artist’s Abode: Vincent Arrives

As of the August 2024 update, Vincent joins the Village in Hypixel Skyblock Alpha. He sets up in the Artist’s Abode, located on the outskirts of the Village near the Colosseum. Vincent is a master of dyes, offering players new ways to express their creativity. Unlike other areas, dyes in Vincent’s possession are always in plentiful supply, and he uses them to create unique masterpieces.

Vincent’s Masterpiece: Each Skyblock year, Vincent selects three dyes to work on—two of these dyes have their drop rates doubled, and the third gets a 3x boost. Players can visit Vincent to view his current masterpiece and explore the Dye Compendium, which details every dye in the game, its sources, and drop rates. Players can also donate dyes to Vincent, earning a Bucket of Dye accessory, the appearance of which depends on the dye donated.

Masterpiece Dye	Increased Drop Rate
Dye 1	2x
Dye 2	2x
Dye 3	3x

Dye Rebalancing

This update includes a comprehensive pass on existing dyes, rebalancing their drop rates and sources to make them more accessible. Here are a few examples:

• Nyanza Dye: Previously dropped at a 1/2M rate from Sneaky Creepers, now drops at a 1/1M rate from Mining Commissions.
• Nadeshiko Dye: Previously 1/8M from fishing in the Fairy Pond, now spawns as a pair in Superpairs at a 1/500k-1/100k rate, scaling with Superpairs type.
• Cyclamen Dye: Previously 1/100M from Mushroom Cows in the Mushroom Desert, now drops at a 1/10M-1/250k rate from Crimson Isle mobs, scaling with mob difficulty.

Players looking for the complete list of dye changes can check out Vincent’s Dye Compendium for all the details.

New Dyes Introduced

In response to players seeking more vibrant and diverse color options, Vincent has introduced several new dyes:

• Archfiend Dye: Drops if you roll a 7 on an Archfiend Dice or High Class Archfiend Dice.
• Copper Dye: Dropped by Garden Visitors.
• Dung Dye: Dropped by Pests.
• Jade Dye: Dropped by the Crystal Nucleus.
• Matcha Dye: Dropped by Revenant Horror.
• Livid Dye: Dropped by Bedrock Chests on Master Mode Floor V.

New Dye	Source
Archfiend Dye	Archfiend Dice/High Class Archfiend Dice
Copper Dye	Garden Visitors
Jade Dye	Crystal Nucleus
Livid Dye	Bedrock Chests on Master Mode Floor V

Dungeon and Item Changes

The August update also brings substantial changes to dungeons and items:

• Bomb Defuse: This puzzle has been removed from dungeons.
• Peridot Gemstone Slot: Added to Melon and Pumpkin dicers.
• Fancy Sword Update: The default enchantments have been replaced with a new ability, “Bejeweled Blade,” which deals +150% damage while on Mining Islands.
• Dark Claymore: Gemstone slots have been changed from Jasper to Combat Gemstone Slots.

Bug Fixes and Miscellaneous Updates

The update includes numerous bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements:

• Item Fixes: Issues like the Auger Rod breaking ice in Glacite Mineshafts and the Daedalus Axe not displaying coin gain correctly have been resolved.
• Enchantment Fixes: The Cleave enchantment no longer damages Shiny Pigs, and the Scavenger enchantment now displays the correct level increase.
• Farming Fixes: Personal Bests in Jacob’s Contests now update correctly, even if the player is not online when the contest ends.
• Mining Fixes: The HotM powder buff now works on Glacite Maniacs, and Treasure Chests now spawn correctly near the bedrock barrier in the Crystal Hollows.

Complete Patch Notes as of Today

Here’s a summary of the key updates in the August 2024 Hypixel Skyblock Alpha patch:

Category	Change	Details
New Content	Vincent and the Artist’s Abode	Introduction of new NPC Vincent, who specializes in dyes, and his Dye Compendium.
Dye Rebalancing	Adjustments to Existing Dyes	Includes rebalancing of drop rates and sources for Nyanza Dye, Nadeshiko Dye, Cyclamen Dye, and others.
New Dyes	Archfiend, Copper, Jade Dyes	Introduction of new dyes with specific drop sources and methods.
Dungeon Updates	Removal of Bomb Defuse	The Bomb Defuse puzzle has been removed from dungeons.
Item and Equipment Updates	Gemstone Slots and New Abilities	Introduction of Peridot Gemstone slots on certain tools and new abilities on specific weapons.
Bug Fixes	Comprehensive Bug Fixes	Fixes to a wide range of issues across items, enchantments, farming, mining, and more.

Got It?

The Hypixel Skyblock Alpha Patch 0.20.5 is a significant update that introduces new content, rebalances existing mechanics, and addresses numerous bugs. Whether you’re exploring the new dyes with Vincent or taking advantage of the dungeon and item changes, there’s plenty to dive into. Be sure to check out the Dye Compendium and the new features in the Artist’s Abode to make the most of this update.