Just when Telara thought it was safe to clean out the inventory, Shiny Shenanigans 3 has officially returned. From April 17 to April 30, 2025, RIFT is unleashing another round of sparkly madness, shiny hunting, and collectible chaos that’ll have players sprinting across zones like magpies chasing glitter.
This is no ordinary event. This is peak “oh no, my bags are full again” gameplay. It’s shiny season, and once again, Telara is glimmering with artifacts, distractions, and highly questionable mount decisions.
What Is Shiny Shenanigans 3?
For the uninitiated (or those with selective memory), Shiny Shenanigans is RIFT’s way of celebrating all things artifact hunting. Think treasure hunting meets obsessive-compulsive collecting, with a dash of competitive sparkle-snatching.
During the event, players can:
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Collect special artifacts available only during the event
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Complete artifact sets to earn unique rewards
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Chase event-specific loot, titles, pets, and maybe even a shiny-induced existential crisis
It’s like Pokémon, but instead of evolving your finds, you stuff them into collections and hoard them for glory. And yes, hoarding is part of the strategy.
Event Dates and How to Join
Event Duration:
🗓️ April 17, 2025 – April 30, 2025
To participate, simply log in, open your map, and start chasing down those shiny blips like your next mount depends on it (because, let’s be honest—it probably does).
No questlines. No long cutscenes. Just you, a glowy thing in the grass, and the overwhelming urge to collect everything before someone else does.
What’s New in This Shiny Round?
This is Shiny Shenanigans 3, which means the stakes are higher, the artifacts are shinier, and the rewards? Surprisingly weird and wonderful.
New in this edition:
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Exclusive new artifact sets with event-only drops
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Unique pets that may or may not glow in the dark (perfect for late-night bragging)
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Titles that scream “I ignored all other content for two weeks straight”
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A collection tracker that reminds you just how many things you still don’t have
It’s the kind of event that pulls you in “just for a few minutes” and then four hours later, you’re knee-deep in a swamp clicking on sparkles and asking yourself if this is what peak gaming looks like. (Spoiler: it is.)
Tips for Shiny Success
If you’re looking to make the most out of Shiny Shenanigans 3—and walk away with all your fingers and a full artifact set—here are a few pro tips:
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Clear your bags. Do it now. Future you will be thankful.
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Use artifact tracking vials. They’re not cheating—they’re just extremely efficient.
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Don’t ignore PvP zones. Shiny spawns don’t care about your comfort level.
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Trade with others. The real treasures are the artifacts you stole... err, exchanged from friends.
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Focus on one set at a time. Spreading yourself too thin leads to shiny burnout. It’s real. It’s tragic.
Why This Event Works
RIFT’s artifact system has always scratched a very specific collector itch. Shiny Shenanigans amplifies that into a two-week sparkle-fueled adventure that rewards commitment, curiosity, and just a tiny bit of madness.
There’s something oddly satisfying about watching a full collection light up, knowing you clicked your way through jungles, caves, and desert zones to get there. And with event-exclusive shinies, the FOMO hits just hard enough to keep everyone logged in “just a little longer.”
Conclusion: Shine On, You Crazy Collectors
Shiny Shenanigans 3 proves once again that RIFT knows how to turn simple mechanics into deeply entertaining chaos. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or someone who just really enjoys clicking glowing orbs in tall grass, this event delivers non-stop dopamine hits disguised as gameplay.
So dust off your tracking potions, prep your artifact bags, and prepare to sprint across Telara like it’s a shiny apocalypse. The event won’t last forever—but those shiny sets (and bragging rights) will.
