In the enchanting world of *Fields of Mistria*, nurturing your farm is just one part of the experience; building meaningful relationships with the locals, like Juniper, is equally rewarding. If you're aiming to deepen your bond with Juniper and perhaps kindle a romance, mastering the art of gifting is key. Here’s your comprehensive guide to selecting the best gifts for Juniper.
How to Romance a Character in Fields of Mistria
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While you can forge friendships with almost every character in *Fields of Mistria*, romance is a special journey reserved for a select few NPCs. As of the v0.13.0 update, you have the option to pursue romance with 11 different characters, including the intriguing Caldarus.
Each romanceable NPC has a heart meter that fills based on your interactions with them. To foster a romantic connection, you'll need to engage with them regularly and be attentive to their preferences. Start by **talking to them daily**; even brief conversations can significantly boost your relationship. Additionally, make sure to **complete any requests** they post on the town board, as fulfilling these will provide more opportunities to increase their heart gauge.
Gifting is a pivotal aspect of building relationships. You can **give them one gift per day**, ideally something they particularly enjoy. These items vary from character to character and can be foraged, crafted, or purchased. On their birthday, giving them a gift they love will provide a substantial boost to their heart gauge.
Keep in mind that currently, NPC heart gauges can only reach up to **six hearts**. Upon reaching this level, a cutscene with your chosen NPC will hint at budding feelings, though not yet a full romance. The game's roadmap promises future updates with 8 and 10-heart events, as well as options for marriage and children, ensuring your romantic endeavors in Mistria have a bright future.
All Gifts For Juniper in Fields of Mistria
Juniper, a romanceable character in *Fields of Mistria*, is often found seeking out unique witchcraft ingredients or managing the bathhouse in the northeastern part of town. To win her heart, focus on visiting her frequently, completing her requests on the town board, and presenting her with thoughtful gifts.
Juniper has a range of items she "likes" and "loves." Her birthday falls on the **26th day of Fall**, so it’s crucial to give her a gift she "loves" on that day for an extra boost to her heart gauge. Be cautious, as Juniper dislikes all universal dislikes and **Sod**, so steer clear of these items.
You can always monitor the status of her heart gauge in your journal under the heart icon tab.
Items Juniper Loves
| Item Name | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Ancient Royal Scepter | Can be found while digging in Western Ruins (Archaeology) |
| Black Tablet | Can be found while digging in random spots around the overworld; must have ‘Well Placed’ skill perk unlocked (Archaeology) |
| Crystal Rose | Can be foraged in the Deep Earth section of the Mines |
| Fish Tacos | Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Corn, 1 x Cod, 1 x Mayonnaise, 1 x Chili Pepper, 1 x Tide Lettuce. Can also be obtained while harvesting Chili Peppers or Corn with the ‘Living Off the Land’ skill perk |
| Golden Cookies | Can be obtained from the Chicken Statue near Sweetwater Farm for 100 Beads. Craft with the following ingredients: 2 x Golden Egg, 2 x Golden Milk, 2 x Golden Butter, 2 x Flour, 2 x Chocolate, 2 x Sugar |
| Moon Fruit Cake | Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Moon Fruit, 1 x Honey, 1 x Chicken Egg, 1 x Flour |
| Mushroom Brew | Sold at either Darcy’s Stall or Balor’s Wagon (80 x Tesserae) |
| Pizza | Sold at Balor’s Wagon (450 x Tesserae). Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Tomato, 1 x Cheese, 1 x Flour |
| Spell Fruit Parfait | Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Spell Fruit, 1 x Lava Chestnuts, 1 x Crystal Berries, 1 x Sweetroot, 1 x Sugar, 1 x Golden Milk |
Items Juniper Likes
| Item Name | How to Obtain |
|---|---|
| Crunchy Chickpeas | Sold at Balor’s Wagon (110 x Tesserae). Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Chickpea, 1 x Rock Salt |
| Fog Orchid | Can be foraged during the Fall season |
| Frog | Can be caught while fishing or diving during Spring and Fall season |
| Latte | Sold at Darcy’s Stall (175 x Tesserae). Can earn from the Wishing Well for 100 x Tesserae. Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Coffee, 1 x Milk |
| Middlemist | Can be foraged during the Spring season. Sold at Balor’s Wagon (300 x Tesserae) |
| Monster Powder | Can drop while slaying any Mushroom monster in the Mines |
| Morel Mushroom | Can be foraged during the Spring season. Sold at Balor’s Wagon (100 x Tesserae) |
| Nettle | Can be foraged during the Spring season |
| Newt | Can be found while diving during all seasons |
| Night Queen | Can be found while diving during the Summer season. Sold at Balor’s Wagon (300 x Tesserae). Can be grown on your farm with Night Queen Seeds |
| Poinsetta | Can be foraged during the Winter season. Sold at Balor’s Wagon (120 x Tesserae). Can be grown on your farm with Poinsettia Seeds |
| Red Wine | Sold at the Inn (100 x Tesserae) |
| White Wine | Sold at the Inn (100 x Tesserae) |
| Shadow Flower | Can be foraged in the Upper Mines |
| Toasted Sunflower Seeds | Sold at Balor’s Wagon (220 x Tesserae). Craft with the following ingredients: 1 x Sunflower, 1 x Rock Salt, 1 x Oil |
| Water Chestnut Fritters | Craft with the following ingredients: 2 x Water Chestnut, 1 x Flour, 1 x Oil |
This wraps up our *Fields of Mistria* gift guide for Juniper. For more tips and tricks, be sure to explore our other content, including how to access the Deep Woods area.
