Ofelia
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| Character Details
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| Gender
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♀ Female
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| Pronouns
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She / Her
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| Birthday
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2nd of Fall
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| Profession
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Botanist
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| Original Partner Spirit
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Any Ice Spirit
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| Clothing Item Gift
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Long Skirt
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Ofelia is a romanceable Villager in Moonstone Island, appearing to be in her mid-40s. A strong, independent woman deeply proud of her roots and heritage, she cherishes old traditions—even speaking in Tagalog on occasion. As the local botanist, she tends the local flora to keep the ecosystem alive, and as the island’s medical practitioner, she provides first aid to those in need. Being a naturally caring individual and the island’s oldest female figure, she’s reluctantly taken on motherly roles, acting as an advisor, therapist, and confidant for younger residents. She resents how little time this leaves for herself and secretly wishes someone would care for her for once.
Main Information
Ofelia lives in the Conservatory. The Alchemist can enter her room after getting 3 Friendship hearts.
| Introduction
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"Ah, the alchemist! Ossono told me you'd arrived in... style." "I'm Ofelia, though you might hear some people call me Lina, too." "I'm the botanist in town. I whip up cures for what ails them." (smile) "I suppose you'll be doing that, too!"
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Ofelia works at the Conservatory on Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat.
| Closing Shop
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"I'll be closing the shop in 10 minutes!"
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| Special buy
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"We buy seeds at 150% price! Any new seeds you drop off here will be available at the General Store for purchase tomorrow."
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| Greenhouse Upgrade
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"Great! The upgrade should be ready by tomorrow morning."
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Ofelia likes materials for crafting and Ossono's dish from the Tavern and dislikes anything spirit-related.
"Oh, is that a gift? How lovely!"
| Neutral
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Any other giftable Item she doesn't love, like, dislike or hate.
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| Love
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(smile) "Did you fetch this from the tavern for me?" (happy) "That's so sweet of you! What a thoughtful gift."
(smile) " Oh, this bread smells just like my mama used to make. You are incredible, thank you!"
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| Like
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(smile) "Oh, thank you!" (happy) "I have a lot of crafty hobbies, so I'll put this to good use!"
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| Dislike
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(frown) "Perhaps you would be better off giving this to Zed in future."
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| Hate
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(frown) "I... am not sure what I'm supposed to do with this."
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Ofelia's Birthday is on the 2nd of
Fall.
Birthday
"Do you want to know a secret?"
(smile) "It is my birthday today."
"Another year older. Another year... wiser?"
(laugh) "I am not sure I feel any wiser. Just older."
Liked, loved or neutral gift
(smile) "A gift? That is incredibly sweet of you."
(happy) "Thank you, this is wonderful!"
Disliked or hated gift
Gaiana
Gaiana is Ofelia's daughter. Ofelia had her at a young age and made a conscious effort to be a "cool mom" rather than a strict parent. The nickname "Lina" originated when young Gaiana couldn't quite pronounce "Ina" (Tagalog for 'Mother') - a sweet accident that stuck through the years. While proud of her daughter, Ofelia recognizes how the divorce shaped Gaiana's grumpy and closed personality. Living and working together has strengthened their bond into an unshakable closeness.
Paolo
Paolo is Ofelia’s ex-husband. They married young and had some happy years, but their differences grew undeniable—her adventurous spirit clashed with their homebody nature. The divorce was painful, and for a time, bitterness lingered. But they chose to mend bridges, and today they share a respectful friendship. They even keep calling her "Lina", an old nickname from their happier days.
Rowan
Rowan shares a close bond with Ofelia. The two are often seen taking long walks through town together almost everyday. Having developed an interest in Tagalog, Rowan has been learning the language from Ofelia during their time together.
Ossono
Ossono took over the Tavern from Ofelia some time ago. She's tried more than once to talk Ofelia into letting her give her a makeover, and succeded a few times. Ofelia loves Ossono's cooking.
| Mail
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Date: Winter 1st From: Ofelia
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Hello, dear Alchemist!
My mother used to tell me that Ice Spirits were lucky, and I believe her! But also... having an Ice Spirit would remind me of her, too. I don't mind which one! I trust your taste on the matter.
Thank you! -Ofelia
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(smile) "Oh! Hello, little Spirit!"
"This is for me? Oh, Alchemist..."
(happy) "I didn't think I would get so emotional, but I'm so happy! Thank you, thank you!"
(smile) "You can have one of the plants in the Conservatory, as a thank you!"
(smile) "Alchemist, it is good of you to take on this quest."
"I hope people are being grateful. I know that sometimes they forget to say please and thank you."
(sad) "And I am sorry... but I cannot accept this Spirit. It is only an Ice Spirit that reminds me of my mother, after all."
(smile) "I still appreciate the work you are doing to help us all!"
Dialogues
Greetings
Farewells
| Mail
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Date: Spring 22nd From: Ofelia
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Just a quick reminder to everyone: PLEASE do not damage the rocks and trees in town.
If you are in need of materials, there are plenty to the north of town, or even on the beach.
Thank you! -Ofelia
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| Mail
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Date: Summer 18th From: Ofelia
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Please disregard yesterday's promotional mailout! Our herbalist decided that the best way to protest having to make marketing materials was to do a bad job on purpose.
Gaiana has been put on fertilizer duty for the foreseeable future!
-Ofelia
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| Mail
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Date: Winter 26th From: Ofelia
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Hello darling,
Zed tells me you might be thinking of leaving once your training is over.
I won't beg you to stay, but we really need someone like you. And I've grown attached to you! Don't break an old woman's heart!!!!
Love, Ofelia x
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| Mail
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Date: Spring 5th From: Ofelia
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SPRING SEED HARVEST IS NOW OPEN!
Happy Spring, everyone! If you find any exotic seeds, bring them to the Conservatory!
Sincerely, Your local Botanist & Herbalist
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(awkward) "Alchemist, I am so sorry to use you as hired help, but..."
(sad) "Well, with the wild Spirits running around, it has become too dangerous for us to collect seeds from the outer islands."
"The shop is suffering as a result... we no longer have the seed diversity that we used to."
(neutral) "Since you will be out on the outer islands for your job, do you think you could bring back some of the seeds you find?"
(smile) "If you do, we will be able to propagate them and make them available for purchase at the General Store!"
Answer B
Fine, I'll do ANOTHER quest...
| Mail
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Date: Summer 4th From: Ofelia
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SUMMER SEED HARVEST IS NOW OPEN!
Happy Summer, everyone! If you find any exotic seeds, bring them to the Conservatory!
Sincerely, Your local Botanist & Herbalist
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(happy) "Summer is here!"
(smile) "Now that it is a new season, there are new seasonal plants out there on the islands."
"If you have time, could you collect some more seeds for us and bring them back here?"
(happy) "We can propagate any seeds you bring back and make them available for purchase in the General Store."
Answer B
You still need MORE seeds?!
| Mail
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Date: Fall 4th From: Ofelia
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FALL SEED HARVEST IS NOW OPEN!
Happy Fall, everyone! If you find any exotic seeds, bring them to the Conservatory!
Sincerely, Your local Botanist & Herbalist
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(happy) "Fall is here!"
(smile) "Now that it is a new season, there are new seasonal plants out there on the islands."
"If you have time, could you collect some more seeds for us and bring them back here?"
(happy) "We can propagate any seeds you bring back and make them available for purchase in the General Store."
Answer B
I feel like I should be getting paid for this.
| Mail
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Date: Winter 4th From: Ofelia
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WINTER SEED HARVEST IS NOW OPEN!
Happy Winter, everyone! If you find any exotic seeds, bring them to the Conservatory!
Sincerely, Your local Botanist & Herbalist
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(happy) "Winter is here!"
(smile) "Now that it is a new season, there are new seasonal plants out there on the islands."
"If you have time, could you collect some more seeds for us and bring them back here?"
(happy) "We can propagate any seeds you bring back and make them available for purchase in the General Store."
Answer B
Fine, but I'm not gonna enjoy it.
"I can't believe you went all the way out there to close the rift. It must have been so dangerous."
(smile) "I'm sure everyone is glad that you did it... I'm just glad that you came back safe."
(smile) "I'm so glad to have Waldo back. He was always my favourite dining companion, before he left."
(happy) "You might not believe me, but he's an incredible gossip."
If in a relationship with Waldo:
(smile) "You and Waldo make an excellent couple, you know."
"I'm so glad that you found each other, despite everything."
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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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| Monday
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"How is your work going today?" (smile) "Take care out there!" |
(smile) "I was just asking Gaiana if she'd seen you around!" |
(smile) "I hope you had a restful weekend." |
"I ran out of tea this morning." "Apologies if I'm a bit sleepier or grumpier than usual."
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| Tuesday
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"Be careful on the more dangerous islands out there." (awkward) "We are quite far from the nearest emergency doctor." |
"If you have any gossip, make sure to come to me first." (happy) "I won't tell anyone. Unlike dear Gaiana." |
(smile) "Isn't Paolo's shop wonderful? They're so talented!" |
"I think Ice Spirits are my favourite." (smile) "They are strangely beautiful, and if you listen close, they sound like snow crystals in a breeze."
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| Wednesday
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"Make sure you don't pick all the local flora, alright?" (smile) "Leave some for me." |
"It is windy out there today! Be careful." |
"Do you find it relaxing to raise your own plants?" (smile) "For me, it is like meditation." |
"I am hiding from Ossono." (frown) "She is trying to convince me to let her give me a makeover again."
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| Thursday
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"I sincerely hope it rains tomorrow." "I don't feel like hand-watering the plants." |
"Has Gaiana been a little standoffish with you?" "I'll try to have a word with her." |
"I think Quill is having a tough day." "Do you know him particularly well? He might appreciate a kind word." |
(frown) "I wish people would stop coming to me with their problems!"
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| Friday
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(smile) "I love spring flowers." |
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"It is windy out there today! Be careful." |
(smile) "Have you heard any good gossip lately?"
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| Saturday
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(smile) "Isn't it lovely outside this week?" |
(sad) "I have such a headache." |
(sad) "I slept terribly last night." |
"It is too cold to talk."
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| Sunday
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"How is the Spirit hunt going?" |
(happy) "I'm about to make some adobo." |
"It's so wonderful to have you here, Alchemist." |
(frown) "Oh, my joints are aching terribly today." "Winter makes me feel so much older than I am."
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Season
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Day
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Time
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Friendship
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Location
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Weather
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"Spring already? I swear the months are getting shorter." (laugh) "Or I am simply getting older."
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Spring
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Mon 1
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Any
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"Honestly, the way people around here talk about the seasons incessantly..." (laugh) "You would think nothing ever happened here!" (happy) "Happy summer, anyway."
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Summer
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Mon 1
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Any
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(smile) "Ah, the leaves are changing, finally." (laugh) "My wardrobe is much better suited to fall."
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Fall
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Mon 1
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Any
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(happy) "Today is the first day of my new age!" (laugh) "The more birthdays you have, the less inclined you are to celebrate them." (smile) "But growing older is something to be proud of."
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Fall
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Wed 3
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Any
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(sad) "For whatever reason, on the first day of winter, I always catch a cold." (awkward) "Stay back, I do not want to-" (angry) "A-CHOO!" (sad) "Oh, dear. I need a tissue."
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Winter
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Mon 1
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Any
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Season
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Day
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Time
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Friendship
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Location
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Weather
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"Magandang umaga! Good morning!"
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Any
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Any
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06:00-09:00
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Any
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Any
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Any
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"Magandang gabi! Good night!"
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Any
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Any
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22:00-23:00
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Any
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Any
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Any
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"It's been so long since someone new came here." "I think the last newcomer was Zed, perhaps?"
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Spring
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Tue
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07:00-11:00
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0 to 2
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Any
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Any
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(smile) "Don't forget to bring me any spare seeds you find!" "I can sell them, as long as I know how to grow them."
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Spring
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Tue
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Any
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0 to 2
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Any
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Any
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(frown) "You are out late..." "Be careful. The spirits are dangerous at night."
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Summer
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Mon
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22:00-24:00
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3 to 6
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Any
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Any
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"I'm sure by now you've heard about Waldo." (sad) "It was so difficult for Ossono when he left."
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Summer
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Sun
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18:00-20:00
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1 to 4
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Any
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Any
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Ofelia will be at the Beach from 21:00 until 21:25 on Mon, Tue, and Sat; and will meditate from 11:12 until 16:58 on Thu.
Ofelia will be tending the Conservatory from 8:00 until 18:00 on Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat.
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Season
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Day
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Time
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Friendship
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Location
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Weather
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(smile) "It's nice to see a new face in town." "I hope I get get to know you better!"
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Spring
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Mon
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Any
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0 to 2
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Conservatory
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Any
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"If you find any seeds, bring them to me." (smile) "I can propagate them for you, and then you can buy as many as you need!"
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Spring
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Wed
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11:00-15:00
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0 to 2
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Conservatory
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Any
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(smile) "Discovering and growing new flora is one of my passions." "We have to keep our ecosystem alive, and help it flourish."
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Spring
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Wed
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16:00-17:00
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0 to 4
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Conservatory
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Any
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"Have you visited Ferra yet? She's our blacksmith." (smile) "She's an incredibly capable young woman." (happy) "She knows it, too!"
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Spring
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Sat
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Any
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0 to 2
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Conservatory
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Any
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(sad) "I hope Waldo is alright out there." (neutral) "Have you seen him lately?"
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Summer
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Mon
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Any
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3 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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"Ferra can be a bit of a flirt, as I'm sure you've noticed." (laugh) "Gaiana hates it... but I think secretly she has a crush."
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Summer
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Sat
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07:00-08:00
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3 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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"Zed really struggled with life here in his first year." "I think Moonstone is quite a lot smaller than other islands." (smile) "I think Zed has a lot in common with you!"
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Fall
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Mon
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10:00-13:00
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Any
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Conservatory
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Any
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(sad) "I did not sleep a wink last night." "I think I may need to nap."
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Fall
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Wed
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06:00-10:00
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Any
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Conservatory
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Any
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"It doesn't rain here as much as I would like."
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Fall
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Wed
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10:00-12:00
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Any
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Conservatory
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Sunny
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"Have you seen the lights yet? You must have done." "I bet everyone else in town has been bugging you about them, too." (laugh) "Honestly, I think everyone is just desperate for gossip."
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Fall
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Fri
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Any
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3 to 6
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Conservatory
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Any
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"I think I may visit the hot spring tomorrow." "I feel the aches and stresses build up in me like moss on a rock."
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Fall
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Sat
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Any
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5 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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(happy) "Do you think my little house is beautiful?" "It is exactly how I wanted it to look."
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Fall
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Sat
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Any
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5 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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(smile) "Once you get Zed going on a topic he loves, he just GOES." "I think it's wonderful. He's so fascinating to listen to."
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Winter
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Mon
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14:00-18:00
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Any
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Conservatory
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Any
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(frown) "I love ice, but I hate snow." "When Paolo and I split up, it snowed for a week." "We were stuck inside the whole time. It was... uncomfortable."
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Winter
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Tue
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Any
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5 to 8
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Conservatory
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Snowy
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(smile) "You know what?" "I used to be intimidated by you." (laugh) "I am so sorry! I was terrified you would come for my job!"
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Winter
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Tue
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Any
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5 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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"Be sure to get plenty of sunshine." "A lack of Vitamin D can cause health problems, my dear." (laugh) "Sorry! I just want to make sure you take care of yourself!"
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Winter
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Wed
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07:00-10:00
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Any
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Conservatory
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Any
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"Do not tell anyone I said this, but..." "Sometimes I feel like the younger people in town treat me as their mother." (frown) "I don't mind helping, but... I wish they would see me as a person, too."
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Winter
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Thu
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Any
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5 to 8
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Conservatory
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Any
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Ofelia will be at the Hot Spring from 20:10 until 21:50 on Wed; and from 9:10 until 12:00 on Sat.
Ofelia will be at the Lake from 18:46 until 19:10 on Mon, Tue, and Sat.
Ofelia will be on the Mountain from 13:26 until 18:00 on Sun.
Ofelia will be in the Tavern from 18:35 until 23:08 on Thu; and from 18:54 until 21:08 on Fri.
Spring Festival
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Summer Festival
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"I've been growing an exceptionally rare plant from the Old Kingdom just so I can gift it to the Great Spirit." (smile) "I hope it likes it!" "Do you want to stay here with me so we can watch together?"
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(happy) "Happy meteor day!" (smile) "My parents used to take us to the top of a hill to watch the skies with no light pollution. It was stunning." "You can stay here with me and watch the meteors together, if you would like!"
(happy) "Ayos yan ha, sige tara!"
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Fall Festival
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Winter Festival
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(smile) "I submitted my adobo, of course. My own secret family recipe!"
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(smile) "It's almost time for fireworks!" (happy) "Would you like to watch them together?"
(happy) "Wonderful!" (smile) "They're so beautiful. You'll love them."
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(happy) "Mabuhay ang bagong kasal! Congratulations! I hope you both live a long life of love."
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Dating and Marriage
Setting a Date
(happy) "That sounds wonderful."
(smile) "Let's meet at 20:00."
Failing to set a Date
(laugh) "Oh, no, I don't think so."
"That would just complicate things, don't you think?"
Date location exhausted
"I think we should mix things up a little."
"We could go somewhere new, perhaps?"
Date missed
(frown) "I should have known you were not serious about a date."
"I should not have bothered."
Answer A
I was serious! I just forgot!
1st Date "You know, I'm quite new to all this... dating... thing." "After my last break up, I poured myself into my work." (laugh) "That was a loooong time ago." (smile) "So, I apologise if I'm not very good at it." "Dating has changed a lot since I was last in the game." (laugh) "Did I say that right? "In the game"? I learn new slang from Gaiana." "Ugh, I feel so old saying things like that." (smile) "I don't even know what we're supposed to DO on a date." (laugh) "Or how to flirt."
Best You're only as old as you feel! (laugh) "Ha, very good." (smile) "Well, I still feel like I'm in my 20s. My joints say otherwise." "But the more I talk about being older, the older I feel... So I should stop!" "I suppose it's just living on an island full of people in their mid-20s." (smile) "It can make you feel like the crypt-keeper!" "I should get back home, now. It's getting late!"
Good I prefer women with experience. (laugh) "Ha! It's been a while since someone's flirted with me so brazenly." (smile) "I like it." "I wasn't sure about you at first, but I think you'll get on just fine here." "Now, I'm sorry for being a buzzkill, as Gaiana would say, but I have to head home." "This has been nice. Thank you."
Bad Wait, I thought you were Gaiana's age? (laugh) "Ha! Nice try." (neutral) "I haven't been Gaiana's age for a while." "And honestly, I don't think I want to be on a date with someone who wants that." "I'm happy with who I am at my age. And I don't have the patience to mess around." "So, have a think about what you want, okay?" (laugh) "I'm going to go back home. Got to take my teeth out."
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2nd Date "So, by now you must have met almost everyone on Moonstone, right?" "It must be strange, living in such a small place after the city." "It certainly makes social dynamics very different." (smile) "Did you know that Gaiana and Quill almost had a thing?" "And Zed had a crush on Ferra for the longest time. Ferra never even knew." "I try to stay out of it, which isn't hard." (laugh) "Most of them think of me as their mother, anyway."
Best That sounds really isolating. "I... suppose so." "It's an easy role to slip into. I do care about them all so much." "With a small town like this, you don't have much choice over your role in the community." "I don't mind being the maternal figure, since it suits me just fine..." (laugh) "But I suppose that means no one really looks after me!" (neutral) "Oh, look at the time. I need to head home, sorry!" (smile) "I hope we can do this again."
Good Doesn't that bother you? "Well, yes and no." "I'm a naturally caring person, so it suits me, but sometimes it bothers me." "When people only look at you as a "mom" it can be lonely." (laugh) "Also, everyone assumes I have my life together. That's DEFINITELY not the case!" (neutral) "Oh, dear. Look at the time. I have to dash, sorry!"
Bad Moms are hot. (frown) "Oh, no. No no no." "I am not about to be anyone's... whatever that is." "No thank you." "I'm sure that was meant as a compliment... but the thing with compliments is that the receiver decides if it counts." (neutral) "So, thank you, but no thank you." "I'm starting to get cold, so I'm going to head back home." "Good night."
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3rd Date "I've been thinking about our past few dates, and I just wanted to say..." (laugh) "I'm so sorry about going on about my age so much!" (smile) "I think everyone on Moonstone desperately needs a therapist, and you've sort of fallen into that role." "Like I've said before, you automatically fall into roles in a small community like this." (laugh) "But I don't want to treat you like my therapist. I'm enjoying these dates!"
Best I really appreciate that. (laugh) "Oh, I'm glad." (smile) "It must feel like everyone's unloading their personal traumas onto you." "Just make sure you're setting personal boundaries, okay?" "We don't want our newest addition to the place getting emotional burnout." "Come on, I'll walk you home."
Good You can talk to me about feelings! (laugh) "I appreciate that, and I intend to!" (smile) "But there's a difference between mutual sharing and just being burdened with other people's baggage." "I've noticed you're very quiet... I think people see you as a good listener." "Try to set some personal boundaries, okay? You're not being paid to be a therapist!" "Now, come on. I'll walk you home."
Bad Y'all need more than a therapist. (frown) "That's a little cruel coming from a newcomer." "Listen, everyone here has trauma and painful things in their past." "That's natural. That's human." (neutral) "Set personal boundaries for yourself, by all means - but cut everyone a little slack, too." "Especially Gaiana. You don't know what she's been through." "I'm going to head back, now. Good night."
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4th Date "I don't know if I'll ever get tired of the view from up here." (sad) "I wish I knew more about the cataclysm. Waldo was looking into it, but... well." (neutral) "I try to see the positive side of things. Like this view." "The people down below... They never got to see it like this." "It's beautiful."
Best There's goodness even in the bad. (smile) "That's true. Every cloud, and all that." (laugh) "I've always thought that phrase is silly, though." "It's not even true." (smile) "We should say something like... "some showers bring rainbows"." "Or, "it's always darkest before the dawn". My mother used to say that." (laugh) "Oh, I'm waffling on, and it's getting late!" (smile) "I'm going to walk myself home. Good night!"
Good You're beautiful. (laugh) "Oh, I bet you say that to everyone." (smile) "But thank you all the same." "Honestly... it's been a while since I've been called beautiful." (happy) "So I give you permission to compliment me as much as you like!" (laugh) "Just let me know if my head gets too big." (smile) "I'm sorry to end this lovely night, but I have to sleep." "I'll see you tomorrow!"
Bad You're glad the world got destroyed? (frown) "Obviously that's not what I'm saying." "No, it breaks my heart." (sad) "The idea that I'll never get to see the real ocean, or the mountains..." (frown) "But we can't just wallow, can we?" (neutral) "I'm glad for what I have." "And what I have... is this." "Let's call it a night. I'm getting tired."
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1st Date "-and my mother always taught me that the first sight of an Ice Spirit is good luck." "So, every winter, I run outside, hoping to be the first on the island to see one." (laugh) "And now you just run around town with spirits following you!" (happy) "If you have an Ice Spirit... that would make it a lot easier." "I'll just have to break into your house on the first day of winter!"
Best I love hearing about traditions. Tell me more! (happy) "Gladly! My family had so many." (smile) "Let's see, there was the clove in the rice..." "Whoever got the clove in their serving was allowed to sit at the head of the table for the next meal." "And my father always recited "oro, plata, mata" when going up stairs." ""Gold, silver, death." Whichever was the last step was what you would get." "My aunt told me that not having a veil at my wedding was bad luck..." (laugh) "Hm, maybe that one was true." (happy) "And my aunt also believed......"
Good I can bring an Ice Spirit to you! (laugh) "Oh, no, that would feel like cheating." (happy) "Just, uh... just stand conspicuously in the square." (laugh) "No, that's cheating too." (smile) "Okay, just don't tell me where you'll be." "If I have earned the luck, I shall get the luck!" "Now, tell me about your family. Did you have any traditions...?"
Bad Please don't. "Oh, come, now. I wasn't serious." "We don't have any kind of crime prevention here, anyway." (smile) "No one even locks their doors!" "Maybe you're not used to that level of trust, coming from a bigger place?" "Anyway, tell me about your family." "Did you have any traditions...?"
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2nd Date "That flying instrument of yours - you made it yourself?" (awkward) "Doesn't that make you nervous? Putting all your faith in something you made?" (neutral) "I could never do that. I know my strengths, and they are not in woodworking." (happy) "Paolo's always been a natural at woodworking; my talents lie in botany." (smile) "What about you? What are your talents?"
Best A bit of everything, really! (smile) "Wow. That's impressive." "Well, we're glad to have someone like that around." (happy) "But I hope you know that you are welcome here anyway." (smile) "The islanders here... we are kind. We are friendly." (frown) "We are not without our issues, of course." (smile) "But we will help you with anything you need." (happy) "Now, are you having another drink? I will if you will!"
Good Being brave, apparently! (laugh) "That's a valuable trait to possess!" (smile) "I am not brave, either. I am bold, which is different." "It takes me forever to make a decision about something important." "But sometimes, I will make spontaneous choices with no thought at all." (laugh) "It infuriates Gaiana. She's very different to me." (happy) "Now, are you having another drink? I will if you will!"
Bad Wooing old ladies. (frown) "I am not an old lady!" "..." "I think I will settle up with Ossono." "You can pay for your own drinks." (angry) ""Old lady." Hmph!"
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3rd Date (sad) "I apologise if I am less than sparkling tonight." (neutral) "This morning, Gaiana was upset about a mistake she had made at work." "And then Ossono wanted to talk about something personal." "Then Tobin needed treatment for a fishing-related wound..." "Rowan wanted help with their inventory..." "...And Zed wanted my opinion on a botanical study he's doing." (sad) "I barely got any time to do anything for myself..."
Best Don't you ever put yourself first? (laugh) "No! Never." (smile) "I worry that if I don't listen and help, no one will." (neutral) "I just wish that someone would do the same for me, sometimes." "But who can I burden with my problems? No one." "Everyone else is too busy, or tired, or struggling with their own burdens." "I will be fine. I can take care of myself." "Shall we get another round?"
Good You're a really kind person. (smile) "Thank you." "But honestly, there's a little bit of selfishness in there, too." (neutral) "I need to keep this island running." "We can't afford to have people melting down or being unable to chip in." "If that task falls to me, then... I cannot say no." (smile) "But enough about me. Shall we get another round?"
Bad I didn't ask you out to hear about other people. (sad) "Oh, I apologise." "Now I suppose I am making it your problem." (neutral) "Still... sometimes I wish someone could be Ofelia for me." "An Ofelia Senior, who could listen to ME and help ME." (sad) "Ah, well." (smile) "Shall we get another round?"
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4th Date "I used to work at this tavern, a long time ago." (laugh) "I mean, not that long ago. I make myself sound ancient sometimes." (smile) "It was before Ossono ran it. I worked for a guy named..." (frown) "Oh, what was his name? Ch...Chorbo? No. Chum...bus?" (happy) "Well, it's not important. He moved away before you were even born, probably." (smile) "Some nights, I'd be on my own. Cooking for everyone. Feeding everyone." "It felt... sacred. A task that they trusted me to fulfil." "Do you know what I mean?"
Best I think so. Tell me more. (laugh) "There's not much more to say!" (smile) "I just enjoyed finding out what people needed, and giving it to them." "It's a satisfying thing." "I'm still figuring out what you need, though." (laugh) "Maybe you're the only person on Moonstone Island who doesn't need me at all!" "So, did you ever work in retail...?"
Good You like to provide. (smile) "That's true." "And I suppose I also like being the one who solves a problem." "Sometimes people can't see a solution until someone else says it." "Sometimes, like with food, people just need a bit of outside help." "I'm good at that. So I might as well do it." (happy) "Plus, selfishly, it makes me feel good." "Did you ever work in retail...?"
Bad It's just pub food. It's not a religion. "Well, anything can feel spiritual without being religious." "That's what I believe, anyway." "Spirituality is just the act of connecting with yourself and others on a deeper level." "And that's what I do. I connect with people." "I like to help, and I like to find solutions." "So, I'm guessing you never worked in retail? What did you do for work before this...?"
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1st Date (smile) "Oh, I love these hot spring dates." "Lying in the warm water on a clear night? Perfection." "And I've been on my feet all day, too." "I wish there was a hot spring for your brain." "You could just take it out and let someone massage out all the knots."
Best Talking to people can be like a brain spa. "Hmm? Like, therapy?" "We'll never get a therapist here on Moonstone." (laugh) "Which is why I end up being everyone's therapist. Unpaid." (smile) "But I can talk to you, can't I? I guess that's what you meant." "Maybe one day I will." (laugh) "Maybe one day I'll be ready to take my brain to the spa." "I'm starting to think you'd be a good brain masseuse!" (smile) "I think I'm ready to get out now, though. Shall we?"
Good I don't think you WANT a smooth brain. (laugh) "Good point, good point." (smile) "But I wouldn't mind it being just a LITTLE smoother." "At the very least, my brain could do with a wash." (laugh) "Too many cobwebs and old files in there." (smile) "I mean, I don't need to remember how to burp a baby any more." (happy) "I could clear out all my baby knowledge and learn a new language, instead!" (smile) "But for now, I'm content to just let the hot spring loosen up my body." "Maybe my brain can take the hint." "Are you ready to get out? I think I am."
Bad Just shut up and relax, Ofelia. (frown) "Alright, fine." "I thought dates were supposed to be about getting to know one another." "I'm shutting up now."
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2nd Date "I used to come out here to smoke, you know." (laugh) "Terrible habit, but we all have at least one, right?" (neutral) "When I found out I was pregnant... I was so young." "But I stopped immediately. I changed everything." "I took care of myself... not better, necessarily, just differently. More carefully, maybe." (sad) "I felt like such an awful mother to Gaiana for the longest time." "I hope I've made up for it."
Best I know you have. Gaiana's fine. (laugh) "Ah, I guess she turned out okay." (smile) "Don't get me wrong, I'm so proud of her..." (sad) "But it sometimes feels like all her successes are hers, and all her mistakes are mine." (neutral) "That's one part of parenthood no one tells you about." "All the imposter syndrome, all the anxiety you feel about your own life... that applies to your kids, too." "It's impossible not to make mistakes when raising a child." (laugh) "You just have to hope the mistakes don't completely mess them up." (smile) "...Thank you for listening to me. You're a good person."
Good Gaiana's your daughter? (awkward) "Oh... have I not told you?" (smile) "Yes. Gaiana is my kid!" "I'm so sorry, I... forgot you were new. Everyone else just knows already." (laugh) "I must have dropped hints, surely?" (neutral) "I am truly sorry. But, well... now you know." "I hope it doesn't change anything between us..." "But I'll give you time to think on it, okay?"
Bad I didn't sign up to be a step-parent. (neutral) "I understand... although you wouldn't be expected to be a step-parent." "My kid is all grown up." "Still... I'm sorry for springing that on you. I hope it doesn't change anything." (sad) "I'll give you time to think. Goodnight."
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3rd Date "...Why do they call me Lina?" (happy) "I was wondering when you'd ask!" (smile) "Gaiana couldn't say the word "mother" as a kid." "In my tongue, it's "ina"." (laugh) "You can guess where this goes. Ina... Lina." "We thought it was SO cute. So now Paolo and Gaiana call me Lina!" (smile) "I love it."
Best Aw, that's so sweet! (happy) "I still get a little jolt of happiness when I hear it from Gaiana." (smile) "She'll hate me telling you this, but she'll always be my baby. My nene." (neutral) "But I don't want you to feel left out." "I don't want it to be us as a unit and you on the outside!" (smile) "So, I give you permission to pick a nickname for me, just for you." "Think about it and tell me what you decide, okay?"
Good Can I call you Lina? (laugh) "Uhhh... I think that would be a little odd." (smile) "It's something that belongs to them, you know? I can't give it to you." "But you can call me something else, perhaps." (laugh) "I had an ex when I was a teenager who called me "Feelie". I hated that." (smile) "I don't know. Think about it. It's up to you!"
Bad Ofelia suits you better. "That is my name, yes." "But Lina is... a thing just for my family." "It's a bond we share, an in-joke that's just ours." "But if you feel left out, you can call me something else, too, if you want." "Maybe have a think about it." "I'm getting out now. Tell me if you come up with a good nickname!"
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4th Date "-and I was so tired, I didn't even realise." (laugh) "It was all over my legs. And I went to the party like that!" (happy) "Never have children. I'm only half-joking." (smile) "So... since we're back here..." "Did you come up with a nickname for me?"
Best Sinta. (love) "Oh!" "I like that a lot. I guess you know it means "darling" then?" "I didn't know you had picked up some Tagalog... did Gaiana tell you?" (laugh) "Sorry, I don't care how you learned it, I'm just..." (love) "It's just really cute." "You took me by surprise... but I approve." (happy) "Before we go home... would you like to walk down the beach, like we used to?"
Good Lili. (happy) "Oh, that's cute." (neutral) "Does it sound a bit... childish to you, though?" "I can only imagine a Lili as a cute little girl in a dress." "Hmmmm..." "I'll think about it." (smile) "But for now, let's stick to Ofelia." (love) "Or you can call me mahal, or sinta... That's like saying "dear" or "darling"." "I think I would like that." (happy) "Before we go home... would you like to walk down the beach, like we used to?"
Bad Fifi. (awkward) "Nooooo. Veto." "That's awful! It sounds more like a dog." (neutral) "I think... I think we can stick with Ofelia, for now." (frown) "Fifi?! You really don't know me at all..."
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Decline
(sad) "I am sorry, but... I don't think we're ready for that."
Proposal
(smile) "Oh... Moonstone Bracelets were a tradition back when I was young!"
(happy) "Does this mean...?"
Confirmation
(happy) "Oh, what a beautiful gesture!"
(smile) "I would love to be your partner."
(laugh) "I think I'm a bit old for "girlfriend"!"
Refusal
(frown) "Hm. Back in my day, we took these things more seriously."
1st Date (happy) "Welcome to my humble abode!" (smile) "I share this building with Gaiana." "Sometimes it feels strange to have a housemate at my age... Even if it is just my daughter." "But it turns out that anything you do at any age is just fine." (happy) "And I like having Gaiana close by." (smile) "Have you ever lived with anyone?"
Best I don't want to lose my independence. (happy) "I admire that. Really!" (smile) "When I was younger, I couldn't bear to share my space with anyone." "It was MINE. And so was I." "I have since learned that sharing your space and your heart is no bad thing." "But if that's not what you want right now, I completely get it." (love) "Perhaps you'd want to share... tonight, though?"
Good Do my parents count? (laugh) "Technically, I guess they count." (smile) "But no, I meant with someone you aren't related to." "It's an exercise in patience and communication." "But there's nothing like sharing your space with someone you love." "These days I just wish I had someone to keep me warm at night." (laugh) "Consider that an invitation!"
Bad Ugh, why would I do that? (laugh) "Oh, there are lots of reasons I can think of." (smile) "I forget that you are so much younger than me." "Maybe you haven't felt the need to settle down." "I'm past wanting my own space. Been there, done that." "I want someone to keep me warm at night." (laugh) "That sounded like an invitation, sorry!" (smile) "I don't think we're there yet. My apologies."
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2nd Date (smile) "I'll tell you one thing I like about being my age." (happy) "Not that there aren't lots of things to like about it." "But the things an angry old lady can get done?" "I can put the fear of GOD into any man under 35." (angry) "ANYTHING I SAY LIKE THIS, GETS DONE." (happy) "It's like a superpower." (laugh) "I can't wait to get older and get even STRONGER."
Best Is it weird that I found that kinda hot? (laugh) "I'm disappointed it doesn't work on you..." (love) "...but at the same time, I'm flattered. Maybe that's weird, too." (frown) "But everyone in this town sees me as a mom figure." (smile) "It's refreshing to have someone who sees me... as a woman." (laugh) "It's been a long time since anyone wanted to kiss me, you know." (neutral) "That sounds so depressing. I guess it is." (smile) "Look, what I'm trying to say is... I like the way you see me." (love) "...I like it a lot."
Good Angry mom energy is terrifying! (laugh) "You know, I think that's it." (smile) "Anyone young enough to be my kid just has this primal fear of a woman my age being angry." "I hope you don't think of me like that." (neutral) "It's been so long since anyone has seen me as a woman, not a mom figure." "I got used to it, but... going on dates makes me realise I missed it." "So, even though I love my superpower... I hope it doesn't work on you." (happy) "Because I like being more than "just" a mom with you." (love) "And I'd like it if... you stayed over tonight, too."
Bad Oh, you're one of THOSE moms. (frown) "Hey, no, I would NEVER use my power for evil." "I mean, I use The Voice when someone needs a wake-up call." "Like..." (angry) "You need to brush your teeth after meals!" "Pick up that trash before I put YOU in the bin!" (smile) "You see? Helpful things." (laugh) "Hey, if it works, it works!" (smile) "Now..." (angry) "You need to get home before it gets too late! Off you go!"
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3rd Date "...I used to dream of the perfect life." "The perfect wedding, the perfect baby, the perfect house." (laugh) "I think it was... one minute into my wedding when I realised that was ridiculous?" "The cake fell over and the priest was drunk." (smile) "And Paolo and I didn't end up together, anyway, although we had many good years." "I have since realised that a relationship doesn't need to be forever to be valuable." "You can learn things and grow together and grow apart, and that can be perfect too."
Best I hope we never grow apart. (smile) "I hope so, too." "But if we do... that's okay." "Trying to grow in the same way that someone else does will only hold you back." (love) "Sinta, I would never wish to hold you back." "That's what love is. Wanting the best for someone." "So sometimes, love means letting go." "But I'll do everything I can to hold on until then." (laugh) "Enough of the mushy stuff." (smile) "Would you like to stay over?"
Good You're so wise. (laugh) "Ahh, no, that makes me sound like an old woman!" (happy) "But I'm glad you think so." (smile) "Wisdom is so often gained through hardship and mistakes." (laugh) "I sometimes feel like one of those ancient fish covered in battle scars." (smile) "But if I can help others avoid those same mistakes... it's worth it." (laugh) "Now, enough about my divorce, sinta!" (love) "Let's spend a little time together... just us."
Bad I think marriage should be forever! (laugh) "You should try being married before you say that." (neutral) "Some marriages outlive their purpose." "It is no failure on the part of the people in that marriage to recognise that." (smile) "Besides, I would rather Gaiana grew up with two happy, but separate parents." (neutral) "I am sorry to disagree with you on this, though." (smile) "Perhaps we can talk about something we both agree upon!"
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4th Date (smile) "You are something special, you know that?" (love) "I mean... you make me feel a way I haven't felt in a long time." "And just to get to this point... it's been a long, hard road. For both of us." (neutral) "Dating someone with a kid is not easy." "You have to love them through a lot more than usual." "And things can go wrong in all sorts of weird ways." (happy) "But you stuck it out. Thank you."
Best I'm in this for the long haul. (happy) "Me too, sinta. Me too." (neutral) "And I can't promise it won't get weird and tough again." "But if you're up for it, I'd love to have you by my side for it all." (love) "Honestly, I wasn't expecting to get this attached to anyone..." (laugh) "I'll always put Gaiana first, obviously, but you're a REAL close second." (love) "I hope you know how much that means to me." "I love you, sinta."
Good I'd do anything for you. (happy) "I'm glad to hear it." (neutral) "Because, honestly, I can't promise it'll get easier." "Families are complicated, especially mine." (smile) "But if you're willing to stick it out, I'd love to have you by my side." (neutral) "And if you ever want out, I won't hold it against you, okay?" (love) "But for now, let's just be happy with what we have." "Because this is special. I love you, sinta."
Bad I almost gave up a few times. (sad) "I'm sorry." (neutral) "Well, no. I'm not sorry." "I wouldn't change my family for the world." "...you can give up, if this is too hard." "Because I'll always choose Gaiana." "And that's tough on anyone." (smile) "So... no hard feelings, if that's not what you signed up for, okay?" "Just give it some thought, sinta."
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Decline
(smile) "Listen... I mean this in the kindest way possible..."
"Marriage is a big commitment. Something you should really only undertake with someone you know really well."
(happy) "But I like you... a lot. So let's see where our relationship goes, okay?"
Proposal
"Are you... asking me to marry you?"
Confirmation
"I..."
"Wow."
"I never thought I'd get married again. In fact, I even... swore I wouldn't."
(love) "But... I want to. I want to marry you. Yes. Yes!"
Refusal
(frown) "Perhaps I shouldn't have hoped..."
(love) "Shall we head home, sinta?"
Answer A
Sure, let's get outta here!
Answer B
Let's stay a bit longer, ok?
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"Magandang umaga, sinta! Good morning!"
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"Kumain ka na? Have you eaten?"
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"Maligayang Araw! Have a wonderful day!"
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"Ingat sa daan. Be careful out there!"
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"Magkita tayo sa panaginip ko! See you in my dreams!"
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(love) "You are so easy to be married to, sinta." "Thank you for healing my heart."
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(smile) "You look like you haven't eaten enough today, sinta! There are leftovers in the fridge."
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(smile) "I'm making adobo today, mahal. Save room for later!"
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"This house is so much nicer than mine." (laugh) "But I'm glad I kept my old room... just in case I ever need a bit of alone time!"
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Proposal
"Ah, another tradition from my younger days..."
(sad) "I suppose you are ending things, then."
Confirmation
"I understand."
"That's not to say I'm not sad..."
"But I appreciate you doing this honestly. Breaking up is hard."
"I hope we can be friends, still."
Refusal
"Really?"
(smile) "That's a relief... I was genuinely quite heartbroken!"
(laugh) "Don't do that to someone my age, you might kill me!"