Stardew Valley's Marnie: A Comprehensive Friendship Guide

Marnie, the kind rancher of Pelican Town, is a valuable ally in Stardew Valley. This guide details how to cultivate a strong friendship with her, unlocking helpful rewards and insights. While she's known for her animal affection, occasional absences from her shop, and a surprising connection to the Mayor, her gentle nature makes her a beloved character.

Updated January 4, 2025, to reflect the 1.6 update.

Gifting Marnie:

Gifts are key to boosting your friendship with Marnie. Remember, gifts given on her birthday (Fall 18th) are worth 8x the friendship points!

Loved Gifts (80 friendship points):

• Universal Loves: Prismatic Shard, Pearl, Magic Rock Candy, Golden Pumpkin, Rabbit's Foot, Stardrop Tea (These universally loved items are highly effective across all villagers.)
• Diamond: Found in the Mines.
• Cooked Meals: Pink Cake (Wheat Flour, Egg, Sugar, Melon), Pumpkin Pie (Pumpkin, Wheat Flour, Milk, Sugar), Farmer's Lunch (Omelet, Parsnip).

Liked Gifts (45 friendship points):

• Eggs (except Void Eggs)
• Milk
• Quartz
• Most Flowers (excluding Poppies)
• Fruit Tree Fruits (Apples, Apricots, Oranges, Peaches, Pomegranates, Cherries)
• Artisan Goods (Wine, Jelly, Pickles, Honey, etc., excluding Oil and Void Mayonnaise)
• Other Gemstones (Ruby, Emerald, Topaz, etc.)
• Stardew Valley Almanac (Farming skill book)

Disliked & Hated Gifts: Avoid giving Marnie Salmonberries, Seaweed, Wild Horseradish, Holly, crafting materials, raw fish, crafted items, geodes, and geode minerals.

Movie Theater Dates:

Once the movie theater opens, invite Marnie with a movie ticket. Her enjoyment varies by film and concessions:

• Loved Films (200 points): The Miracle at Coldstar Ranch (Winter, odd-numbered years).
• Liked Films (100 points): All other films.
• Loved Concessions (50 points): Ice Cream Sandwich, Stardrop Sorbet.
• Liked Concessions (25 points): All other concessions (excluding disliked).
• Disliked Concessions (0 points): Black Licorice, Fries, JojaCola, JojaCorn, Nachos, Salted Peanuts, Truffle Popcorn.

Quests:

Complete Marnie's requests for additional friendship points:

• Cow's Delight (Fall 3rd): Deliver Amaranth for 500g and a heart boost.
• Marnie's Request (3 hearts): Provide a Cave Carrot for 100 friendship points.

Friendship Perks:

Reaching certain friendship levels unlocks rewards:

• 3 Hearts: Pale Broth recipe.
• 7 Hearts: Rhubarb Pie recipe and occasional Hay gifts.

This comprehensive guide will help you forge a strong bond with Marnie and reap the benefits of her friendship in Stardew Valley.