Stardew Valley: How To Befriend Willy

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An experienced, gentle-natured fisherman with a weathered appearance, often becomes one of the initial acquaintances players form in Stardew Valley. He generously bestows a fishing rod upon the player, instructs them on mastering the skill of reeling in large catches, and is always ready to provide fishing supplies whenever needed by the player.

Building a friendship with Willy isn’t tough, and it offers players some unexpected advantages in Stardew Valley. Since this game is about forging bonds, take a moment away from your farming duties to join Willy at the dock for a spot of fishing, and show your kindness by giving him a small gift. He’ll be particularly touched if you offer him rare aquatic treasures!

Gift Guide

Building friendships effectively in Stardew Valley can best be achieved through acts of kindness. To present a token of appreciation to Willy, locate him in his shop during weekdays, or find him fishing on Saturdays. In the evenings, you’ll often spot him at the Stardrop Saloon, or by the beach or river while he fishes.

Remember, Willy’s birthday falls on Summer 24. Gifts presented on this special day are said to have eight times the normal impact on strengthening our friendship.

Loved Gifts

For Willy, some fantastic gift choices could boost our friendship by 80 points. Some of these, like the elusive fish, can be difficult to obtain, but pumpkins and mead make excellent alternatives. Besides, Willy has a soft spot for books that deepen his understanding of his favorite hobby, as well as handy crafting supplies.

  • Fish: , , ,
  • Books: ,
  • , made by placing Honey in a Keg
  • , made by using Gold Ore in the Furnace
  • , made by using Iridium Ore in the Furnace
  • , dug up in the Mines
  • , grown in Fall
  • All universal loves

Liked Gifts

If finding Loved gifts is somewhat challenging for players, here are some suitable alternatives. Since Willy enjoys a variety of seafood meals, players are invited to prepare their fresh catches from the ocean and share the abundance with others. This action boosts friendship by 45 points.

  • All cooked dishes that use fish, except for Dish O’ the Sea, Sashimi, and Maki Roll (he is neutral towards these).
  • Fish: ,

Disliked & Hated Gifts

As someone who values friendships, I strongly advise against any reduction in our bond with Willy. Consequently, I suggest refraining from gifting him items that might not sit well with him. While it’s clear that hateful gifts are far from ideal, it’s generally wiser to keep away from Willy any presents that he might dislike.

  • All foraged goods
  • All cooked dishes that do not use fish
  • Life Elixir
  • All universal dislikes, except for fish. Willy is Neutral towards all fish, except those listed as Liked or Loved.
  • All universal hates

Quests

Outside Pierre’s store, Willy might put up notices seeking a particular item or daring the townsfolk to catch a certain type of fish. By accomplishing these tasks and chatting with Willy, the player can earn gold based on the item, and gain 150 friendship points with Willy.

Twice, the player will receive letters from Willy, challenging them to catch a specific fish.

  • Catch A Squid: On Winter 2, year one, Willy challenges the player to catch this wriggly cephalopod. It’s tricky, but doing so will reward with player with gold and 1 friendship heart with Willy.
  • Catch A Lingcod: On Winter 13 in year two, Willy has an even bigger challenge. If the player can manage to snag a lingcod as requested, they’ll receive more gold and another friendship heart.

Friendship Perks

As it happens, Willy is quite skilled in the kitchen, always eager to concoct something delectable from each fish he catches at sea. Unlike many villagers who share just one or two recipes, Willy generously provides an impressive four. Appropriately, these recipes cater specifically to avid fishermen.

  • : Sent at three hearts. This dish restores 101 health and 225 energy, and provides a +1 fishing buff.
  • : Sent at five hearts. Health and energy are equivalent to Chowder, and the fishing buff is +2.
  • : Sent at seven hearts. This recipe has the same restorative properties as the above, and buffs fishing by +3.
  • : Sent at nine hearts. Restores health and energy as the others do, provides +3 fishing, and gives +30 max energy. Great for an all-day fishing session!

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2025-01-05 06:53