This guide explores how to befriend Marnie in Stardew Valley, a beloved character known for her animal love, connection to Mayor Lewis, and frequent absences from her shop. Building a friendship with Marnie offers early-game advantages like free hay and recipes. This updated guide reflects the 1.6 update.
Gifting Marnie: Gifts are key to gaining Marnie's affection. Remember, birthday gifts (Fall 18th) are worth 8x the points!
Loved Gifts (80 friendship points):
- Universal Loves: Prismatic Shard, Pearl, Magic Rock Candy, Golden Pumpkin, Rabbit's Foot, Stardrop Tea. (Golden Pumpkins are from the Spirit's Eve maze; Rabbit's Feet from happy rabbits; Pearls from the Mermaid Song or Blobfish Ponds; Prismatic Shards are rare gems; Magic Rock Candy is expensive to buy from the Desert Trader; Stardrop Tea boosts friendship significantly.)
- Diamond (found in the Mines)
- Cooked Meals: Pink Cake (Wheat Flour, Egg, Sugar, Melon – recipe from Queen of Sauce, Summer 21, Year 2), Pumpkin Pie (Pumpkin, Wheat Flour, Milk, Sugar – recipe from Queen of Sauce, Winter 21, Year 1), Farmer's Lunch (Omelet, Parsnip – Farming Level 3).
Liked Gifts (45 friendship points):
- Eggs (except Void Eggs)
- Milk (from cows/goats)
- Quartz (from Mines)
- Flowers (except Poppies – Crocuses and Sweet Peas are good options)
- Fruit Tree Fruits (Apples, Apricots, Oranges, Peaches, Pomegranates, Cherries)
- Artisan Goods (Wine, Jelly, Pickles, Honey – avoid Oil and Void Mayonnaise)
- Other Gemstones (Ruby, Emerald, Topaz, etc.)
- Stardew Valley Almanac (Farming skill book – buy from the Bookseller)
Disliked & Hated Gifts: Avoid Salmonberries, Seaweed, Wild Horseradish, Holly, crafting materials, raw fish, crafted items, and geodes.
Movie Theater: Inviting Marnie to the movies can earn 200-250 friendship points. She loves The Miracle at Coldstar Ranch (Winter, odd years) and Ice Cream Sandwiches/Stardrop Sorbet.
Quests: Complete Marnie's Help Wanted quests (bulletin board) for 150 friendship points. Specific quests include:
- Cow's Delight (Fall 3): Bring Amaranth (buy seeds from Pierre's).
- Marnie's Request (3 hearts): Bring a Cave Carrot (found in the Mines).
Friendship Perks: Reaching certain friendship levels unlocks recipes (Pale Broth at 3 hearts, Rhubarb Pie at 7 hearts) and free hay.
