This guide is part of a larger Stardew Valley resource: Stardew Valley: A Complete Guide and Walkthrough
Beginner Guides Basic Mechanics and Valley Life Creating a New Game Advanced Game Options Legacy Randomization Explained Local Co-op Multiplayer Co-op Advantages and Disadvantages Favorite Things and Their Effects Your First Week: A Day-by-Day Guide Choosing the Best Farm Type Farm Layout Rankings: A Comprehensive Guide Beach Farm Guide Four Corners Farm Guide Wilderness Farm Guide Forest Farm Guide Hill-Top Farm Guide Riverland Farm Guide Meadowlands Farm Guide Essential Early-Game Actions Spring Season Length Avoiding Common Beginner Mistakes Seed Acquisition Guide Checking Date and Season Acquiring and Naming Pets New Player Tips Year One Checklist Surprising Stardew Valley Tips Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter Strategies Optimizing Farm Layout Manual Game Saving Avoiding Unnecessary Expenses Community Center vs. JojaMart Community Center Route Guide Community Center Fish Tank Bundle Community Center Completion Tips Joja Route Guide Remixed Bundles Guide Year One Beginner's Guide Tool Upgrades Watering Can Refilling Farmhouse Upgrades and Renovations Farm Cave: Bats or Mushrooms A Guide to Luck Skill Profession Choices Traveling Cart Guide Grandpa's Shrine Explained Acquiring a Horse Inventory Management and Upgrades Breaking Logs, Boulders, and Meteorites Emoting and Item Dropping Crafting Chests Comprehensive Crafting Guide Summer 3 Earthquake Explained Acquiring a Glow Ring Year Two Beginner's Guide
Farming Guides Beginner Farming Guide Farming Professions Crop Quality Explained Crop Selling Locations Strawberry Seed Acquisition Scarecrow Construction Fertilizer Guide Spring Crop Rankings Summer Crop Rankings Best Summer Crops Fall Crop Rankings Best Fall Crops Giant Crop Cultivation Growing Every Crop Rare Seed Cultivation Mixed Seeds Explained New Seeds in Version 1.6 Specific Crop Guides Sweet Gem Berry Guide Ancient Fruit Guide Beet Guide Broccoli Guide Carrot Guide Fairy Rose Guide Garlic Guide Melon Guide Poppy Guide Powdermelon Guide Red Cabbage Guide Summer Squash Guide Tea Guide Animal Guides Animal Rankings Chicken Feeding Fence Construction Sheep Acquisition Pig Acquisition Preventing Wild Animal Attacks Void Chicken Acquisition Blue Chicken Acquisition Golden Chicken Acquisition Ostrich Acquisition Duck Feather Acquisition Duck Swimming Guide Auto-Petter Evaluation Animal Selling
Building Guides Coop Construction and Use Barn Construction and Use Silo Construction and Use Mill Construction and Use Fish Pond Guide Greenhouse Guide Obelisk Acquisition Guide Slime Hutch Guide Cabin Construction and Use Shed Uses Gold Clock Acquisition
Artisan Goods Guides Sugar Production Mead Production Beer Production Cheese Production Wine Production: Best Fruits Raisin Production and Use Truffle Oil Production Other Farming Guides Sprinkler Guide Quality Sprinkler Guide Legend Achievement Tips Fruit Tree Guide Oak Tree Guide Mahogany Tree Guide Mossy Seed Acquisition and Use Infinite Grass Farming Golden Scythe Location Iridium Scythe Acquisition
Fishing Guides Fishing Basics Fish Selling Fish Catching Guide Lure and Bait Guide Challenge Bait Guide Magnet Acquisition and Use Wild Bait Crafting Crab Pot Guide Treasure Chest Guide Best Fishing Spots Fishing Pro Tips Spring Fishing Guide Advanced Fishing Guides Fish Pond Optimization Caviar Production Legendary Fish Locations Master Angler Achievement Tips Sturgeon Guide Squid Ink Acquisition Beach Farm Fishing Spot Fish Frenzy Explained Bobber Styles Sashimi Production Jellyfish Locations Complete Fish Tank Guide Fish Location Guides (Albacore, Bream, Bullhead, Catfish, Chub, Crabs, Eel, Largemouth Bass, Lava Eel, Lingcod, Midnight Carp, Pufferfish, Rainbow Trout, Red Snapper, Sandfish, Shad, Shrimp, Squid, Sunfish, Super Cucumber, Tuna, Void Salmon, Walleye, Woodskip) Legendary Fish Guide (Glacierfish, Legend, Mutant Carp)
Mining Guides Mining Basics Mine Strategies Skull Cavern Unlocking Skull Cavern Strategies Advanced Mining Guides Panning Guide Iridium Farming Tips Cinder Shard Acquisition and Use Dangerous Mine Mode Staircase Guide Skull Cavern Level 100 Tips Mineral and Gem Locations (Amethyst, Aquamarine, Bixite, Emerald, Fairy Stone, Fire Quartz, Fluorapatite, Frozen Tear, Jade, Jamborite, Opal, Ruby, Tigerseye, Topaz)
Combat Guides Combat Basics Weapon Stats Weapon Types Slingshot Guide Monster Slaying Tips Selling Weapons, Shoes, and Rings Adventurer's Guild Guide Buff/Nerf Guide Advanced Combat Guides Advanced Combat Tips Monster Musk Guide Weapon Forging and Enchantment Monster Eradication Goals Mummy Killing
Equipment Guides Best Boots Best Rings Infinity Weapon Acquisition Best Weapons Iridium Band Acquisition Tent Kit Guide Bone Sword Acquisition Mermaid Boots Acquisition Cinderclown Shoes Acquisition Meowmere Acquisition Dark Sword vs. Obsidian Edge Savage Ring Acquisition Forest Sword Acquisition Glowstone Ring Guide Burglar's Ring Guide
Foraging Guides Foraging Basics Foraging Strategies Best Forageables Forageable Item Locations (Daffodils, Leeks, Crystal Fruit, Winter Roots, Morels, Red Mushrooms, Snow Yams, Cave Carrots, Moss, Mushroom Log, Grapes) Advanced Foraging Guides Rainbow Shell Acquisition and Use Fiddlehead Fern Acquisition Dragon Teeth Acquisition and Use Purple Mushroom Acquisition Mystic Syrup Acquisition Tree Farm Setup Nautilus Shell Acquisition Socialization Guides Friendship Point System Befriending Villagers Early Friendship Targets Universally Loved Gifts Stardrop Tea Acquisition Friendship Guides (Caroline, Clint, Demetrius, Evelyn, George, Gus, Jas, Jodi, Leo, Lewis, Linus, Marnie, Pam, Pierre, Rasmodius, Robin, Sandy, Vincent, Willy, Kent, Krobus, The Dwarf) Marriage Candidate Romance Marriage, Breakups, and Divorces Honeymoon Period Explained Marriage Candidate Guides (Abigail, Alex, Emily, Haley, Harvey, Leah, Maru, Penny, Elliott, Sam, Sebastian, Shane) Money Making Guides Profit Margin Explained Profitable Crops Profitable Artisan Goods Year One Money Making Alternative Money Making Methods Advanced Money Making Items to Avoid Selling Items and Machines Guides Machinery and Boon Statues (Anvil, Bait Maker, Casks, Crystalariums, Dehydrator, Fish Smoker, Fridge, Furnaces, Kegs, Lightning Rods, Mini-Forge, Preserves Jars, Oil Makers, Seed Makers, Recycling Machines, Statue of Blessings, Statue of the Dwarf King, Tappers) Goods and Resources (Rabbit's Foot, Crafting Materials, Clay Farming, Hardwood Acquisition, Honey Cultivation, Oak Resin Acquisition, Maple Syrup Production, Earth Crystal Acquisition, Refined Quartz Production, Cloth Production, Bone Fragment Acquisition, Coal Farming, Battery Pack Acquisition, Silver Quality Wine, Copper Bar Smelting, Geode Acquisition, Sap Acquisition) Trinkets and Special Consumables (Stardrops, Prismatic Shard, Trinket Rankings, Fairy Box, Warp Totems, Treasure Totems, Fairy Dust, Mystery Boxes, Golden Animal Crackers, Butterfly Powder, Special Charm) Other Items (Dinosaur Egg, Golden Pumpkin, Food Recipes, Secret Notes, Rarecrows, Hats, Clothing, Rarest Items, Furniture Rotation, Stone Owl, Campfires, Cherry Bombs, Text Signs, Fireworks, Horse Flute, Town Key, Maki Roll, Chocolate Cake, Strange Buns)
Quest Guides Quest Guides (Introductions, Rat Problem, Linus' Blackberry Basket, Sand Dragon's Meal, Mayor's Shorts, Robin's Axe, Old Master Cannoli's Request, Goblin Problem, Trash Bear Assistance, Winter Mystery, Jodi's Request, Crop Research, Mysterious Qi, Staff of Power, Giant Stump, Dark Talisman, Witch's Hut Access) Special Orders and Raccoon Requests (Special Order Rewards, Omelet Order, Cleanup Order, Rock Rejuvenation, Ectoplasm Location, Prismatic Jelly Location, Raccoon Assistance, Raccoon Shop Guide, Raccoon Request Completion Tips)
Life in the Valley Guides Mastery Points Guide Green Rain Explained Bookseller Location Prize Machine and Tickets Decorative Plants Guide Secret Furniture Locations Yoba Explained
How-To Guides Split Screen Mode Hay Acquisition Sewing Guide Pants Recipes Clothing Dyeing Mannequin Acquisition Coffee Making Having Children Dismissing Children Secret Statue Locations House Decoration Catalogue Acquisition Name Change Appearance Change Multiplayer Marriage Junimo Kart Victory Book of Power Acquisition Mayor's Basement Access Pet Acquisition (Turtle, Multiple Pets, Pet Bowls) Skill Book Acquisition Farm Screenshotting Cat Ear Acquisition Tea Set Acquisition
Locations and Places Guides Region Unlocking Lost and Found Box Location Guides (Blacksmith, Casino, Quarry, Secret Woods, Sewers, Krobus' Shop, Spa) Museum Collection Completion Tips Prehistoric Scapula Location Artifact Locations Hat Mouse Hidden Areas (Cindersap Forest)
Events and Festivals Guides Event Guides (Egg Hunt, Desert Festival, Flower Dance, Luau, Trout Derby, Stardew Valley Fair, Grange Display Victory, Wheel Trick, Grange Display Winning, Star Token Acquisition, Spirit's Eve, Festival of Ice, SquidFest, Night Market, Mermaid Show Puzzle, Feast of the Winter Star)
Secrets, Mysteries, and Fan Theories Guides Unsolved Mysteries (2023) Abigail's Father Crop Fairy Train Passing Strange Capsule Ancient Doll Leah's Statue Conspiracy Fall 26 Secret Mysterious Witch Sea Monster Gunther's Ghost Theory Easter Eggs Mr. Qi Lore Meteorite Event
Ginger Island Guides Ginger Island Unlocking Parrot Guide Golden Walnut Locations Golden Coconut Guide Ginger Island Resort Guide Island Trader Unlocking Pirate Cove Unlocking Volcano Shop Location Ginger Island Farming Pineapple Seed Acquisition Banana Cultivation Volcano Dungeon Gem Bird Walkthrough Gourmand Frog Crops Ginger Island Fossil Locations Professor Snail's Questions Ginger Island Mermaid Puzzle Pirate's Wife Quest Fizz Location Golden Joja Parrot Field Office Completion Qi Challenges Guides Qi Challenge Rankings Qi Item Rankings Qi Gem Acquisition Qi Challenge Walkthroughs (Extended Family)
Post-Game, Mods, and More Guides Post-Game Guides (Missing Bundle Completion, Movie Theater, Community Upgrade, True Perfection, Wizard's Tower, Completionist Tips) Achievement and Trophy Guides (Polyculture, Protector of the Valley, Infinite Power, Danger in the Deep, Two Thumbs Up, A Distant Shore, Well-Read, Unforgettable Soup) Player-Made Challenges (No Bin Challenge, Best Challenges, Veteran Challenges, Challenging Achievements, Real-Life Recipes) Modding Guides (Mod Installation, SMAPI Update, Essential Mods, Highest-Rated Mods, Most Downloaded Mods, Co-op Mods, Game-Improving Mods, Game-Changing Mods, Speed Mods, Marriage Candidate Mods, Joja Playthrough Mods, Hair Mods, Bot Mod, Cooking Mechanic Overhaul Mod, Pokemon Mod, Ghibli Theme Mod, Fast Animation Mod, Skull Cavern Mod) Stardew Valley Expanded Guide (Overview, Farm Layout, Recipes, Areas, Romance Guides (Claire, Lance, Magnus, Sophia, Victor), Bear Shop, Fish Locations)
Willy: A Comprehensive Friendship Guide
Willy, the kind-hearted fisherman, is a key early connection in Stardew Valley. He provides your initial fishing rod, teaches fishing techniques, and offers consistent supply access. Building a friendship with Willy offers significant benefits. Take a break from farming, visit him at the docks, and show your appreciation with thoughtful gifts. He particularly values rare aquatic finds!
Updated January 4, 2025, by Demaris Oxman: Willy's charm lies in his quirky personality and the ease of befriending him, thanks to his extensive list of favored gifts, expanded with the 1.6 update. Many new books related to fishing are now appreciated gifts. This guide covers befriending Willy in the latest game version.
Gift Guide
Gift-giving is paramount in Stardew Valley. Find Willy at his shop (most weekdays), fishing (Saturdays), or at the Stardrop Saloon/beach/river (evenings). His birthday is Summer 24; gifts then provide an 8x friendship boost.
Loved Gifts (+80 Friendship)
These gifts maximize friendship gains. Some, like rare fish, are challenging to obtain, but pumpkins and mead are readily accessible. He also appreciates books and valuable crafting materials.
Liked Gifts (+45 Friendship)
These are viable alternatives if loved gifts are scarce. Willy enjoys most seafood dishes.
Disliked & Hated Gifts
Avoid these to prevent friendship loss. Hated gifts are worse than disliked ones.
Quests
Willy posts requests on the bulletin board outside Pierre's, offering gold and 150 friendship points for completion. He also sends two letters with fishing challenges:
Friendship Perks
Willy shares four fishing-buff recipes:
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