Kentis unique amongStardew Valley’svillagers in that players cannot meet him until the start of their second in-game year. As his wife Jodi and their sons Sam and Vincent will explain, he’s been away fighting in the war. But even though he’s finally home, it’s hard for Kent to readjust.
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ThoughStardew Valleyis a lighthearted game, it doesn’t shy away from serious issues. Kent’s time in the war has left him with PTSD, and he needs people by his side. Here’s how players can show the war-torn soldier some kindness, and build the friendship that can help keep him going.
Gift Guide
Kent might be a little distant at first, but gifts are a great way to get him to open up. Show some generosity to welcome him home to Pelican Town, but keep his likes and dislikes in mind! Be sure to remember his birthday,Spring 4,as any gift given on this day will provide8x the usual friendship points.
Loved Gifts
When presented to Kent, the following items increase his friendship with the player by80 points. Cook him a favorite dish, or offer a precious treasure to really get on his good side.
Liked Gifts
Since Kent’s list of loves is shorter than most, the following items make good choices too. These will increase friendship by45 pointseach.
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Disliked & Hated Gifts
It’s never a good idea to give villagers gifts that they dislike or hate — this will lead to a decrease in friendship. While Hated gifts subtract more friendship points than Disliked ones, it’s best to avoid the items below altogether when finding a gift for Kent.
Interactions & Effects On Friendship
Heart Event
Once the player reachesthree heartswith Kent, enter his home while he and Jodi are both there.Jodi greets the playerwhile making some popcorn, when Kent screams and comes rushing into the room, angrily telling Jodi that the popping sounds gave him flashbacks of the war. The player has three dialogue choices:
Choosing thesecond responsewill calm Kent down, slightly increasing friendship with the player, and he will apologize to Jodi. If the player chooses either of the other responses, he will become angry with them, and friendship will decrease.
Quests
Friendship Perks
Once Kent and the player grow closer, he’ll eventually start sending items and sharing recipes with his friend and neighbor. Generosity is a two-way street inStardew Valley!
Gifts
Once the player has gained any number of friendship points with Kent, he may send them items in the mail. The higher the friendship value, the greater chance of Kent sending a gift.
Recipes
When Kent’s relationship with the player reaches certain thresholds, he will share afew of his kitchen secrets.
