In *Fields of Mistria*, building your farm is just part of the adventure—fostering deep connections with the townsfolk is equally important. Juniper, with her unique charm and interests, is a standout character you might want to get closer to. If you're aiming to win her heart, mastering the art of gifting is crucial. Let's dive into the best ways to gift Juniper and boost your relationship.
While you can befriend anyone in *Fields of Mistria*, romance is a special bond reserved for a select group of NPCs. As of the v0.13.0 update, you have the option to romance 11 different characters, including the enigmatic Caldarus.
Each romanceable NPC has a heart meter that reflects your relationship status with them. To increase this meter, you need to engage with them regularly and cater to their preferences. Start by **talking to them every day**—this can be seamlessly integrated into your daily routine around town. A daily chat can significantly enhance your bond. Additionally, make sure to **fulfill their requests** posted on the town board; completing these tasks will give you more chances to raise their heart gauge.
Another key strategy is to **give them a gift once per day**. Choose items that they particularly like or love, which vary from one character to another. You can either gather or craft these items. On their birthday, make sure to present them with an item they love for an extra boost to their heart meter. Consistently following these steps will quickly elevate your relationship.
Keep in mind that, currently, the heart gauge tops out at **six hearts**. Reaching this level triggers a cutscene hinting at budding feelings, but not a full romance yet. Future updates, as outlined in the game's roadmap, will introduce 8 and 10-heart events, as well as options for marriage and children, ensuring your romantic journey in Mistria continues to flourish.
Juniper is one of the romanceable characters in *Fields of Mistria*. When she's not foraging for unusual witchcraft ingredients, you'll find her at the bathhouse in the northeastern part of town. To romance her, focus on visiting her regularly, completing her requests on the town board, and giving her thoughtful gifts.
Juniper has specific items she "likes" and "loves". You can gift her a variety of these items. Her birthday falls on the **26th day of Fall**, so it's crucial to gift her something she "loves" on that day to significantly boost her heart gauge.
Avoid giving Juniper items she dislikes, which include all universal dislikes and **Sod**. You can always check the status of her heart gauge in your journal under the heart icon tab.
Item Name | How to Obtain |
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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 |
Item Name | How to Obtain |
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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 comprehensive guide on gifting Juniper in *Fields of Mistria*. For more tips and tricks, be sure to explore our other content, including how to access the Deep Woods area.