Win Over Sandrock’s Ultimate Dreamer: The Ultimate Guide to Catori’s Gift Preferences

If you’ve spent any time wandering the sun-baked, post-apocalyptic canyons of My Time at Sandrock, you’ve undoubtedly crossed paths with Catori. Equal parts ambitious entrepreneur, devoted mother, and relentless visionary, Catori has her sights set on turning Sandrock into a booming tourist destination. Whether she’s pitching her grand plans for the Golden Goose or dreaming up the next big entertainment attraction, she brings an infectious energy to the town.

Wanting to befriend, romance, or simply support Sandrock’s most enthusiastic hustle artist? Gifting is your fastest route to her heart. However, Catori has specific tastes, and handing her the wrong item can land flat. This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know about Catori’s gift preferences, perks, and how to fuel her entrepreneurial spirit.

Why Befriend Catori? (The Perks)

Before diving into what to wrap in wrapping paper, it helps to know why investing time (and resources) into Catori pays off. As your relationship level with her grows, you unlock practical perks that make playing the game a bit easier on your wallet:

• Buddy: Earn a 10% discount when purchasing items from her store.
• Friend: Increases your store discount to 20%.
• Good Friend: Maxes out your savings with a generous 25% discount on goods.

Beyond discounts, befriending Catori deepens your connection to Sandrock’s overarching story, revealing layers of grit and heart beneath her grand-scale optimism.

What Catori Loves (Top-Tier Gifts)

If you want to maximize your relationship points per gift, aim for items that capture her love for grandeur, home comfort, and unique relics. Giving her a “Loved” item yields an impressive +15 to +20 relationship points (depending on quality and item value).

Some of the best items to craft or hunt down for her include:

• Exhibition Stands & Displays: Items like the Armor Display, Exhibition Stand, and Grand Theater model match her obsession with showcases and attractions.
• Statues & Relics: She appreciates eye-catching pieces like the Conch Shell Goddess Statue, Meowses II Statue, Sand Eagle Statue, and Monument.
• High-End Furniture & Office Goods: Help her spruce up a space with a Premium Wood Desk, Working Desk, Yakboy Sofa, Yakboy Bookshelf, or Office Chair.
• Accessories: Elegant pieces such as Diamond Earrings, Orchid Earrings, Jade Bracelet, Amber Pendant, and the Seashell Necklace never fail to impress.

What Catori Likes (Solid Alternatives)

If you don’t have the materials on hand to craft a grand theater model or a diamond piece, don’t worry. Catori has a broad appreciation for various self-care products, books, and quirky finds that grant a modest +5 to +9 points:

• Everyday Luxuries & Tech: Sunscreen, Hair Dryer, Curling Iron, Vacuum Cleaner, and Techno Tables.
• Books & Memorabilia: Around the World in However Many Days and various miniatures/models.
• Potted Plants: Bringing a touch of green to her life with a Big Flowered Rhino Horn Potted Plant or a Mountain Rose Potted Plant is always a safe bet.

Special Desires

Keep an eye out for specific items Catori might actively desire depending on your current relationship tier, such as a Peacock Feather Brooch or Sunscreen, which offer reliable extra bumps when requested.

What to Avoid (Dislikes and Hates)

Catori is a builder of dreams, not a scrappy scavenger or a warmonger. Handing her trash, raw scrap materials, or aggressive weaponry will instantly sour your interactions.

• Dislikes (-1 to -4 points): Avoid handing her basic scrap materials (wood scrap, copper scrap, iron scrap), ammunition, and lower-tier weapons.
• Hates (-5 points): Steer clear of ruined items (Ruined Cloth, Ruined Glass, Ruined Paper), food scraps, and heavy military-grade armaments or advanced alloy/chromium weapons.

Pro-Tips for Gift-Giving in Sandrock

1. Mind the Diminishing Returns: Giving Catori the exact same gift day after day will cause her to grow accustomed to it, lowering its effectiveness (Loved items drop to Liked, and Liked drop to Neutral). Variety is the spice of life—and friendship!
2. Capitalize on Birthdays: Pay attention to the calendar! Giving Catori a gift on her birthday multiplies its relationship value significantly, accelerating your journey toward best-friend or romance status.
3. Museum Donations: Donating items to the Sandrock Museum is another fantastic, passive way to earn Catori’s admiration while helping the town grow.

Armed with this knowledge, you’re ready to help Catori build her empire one thoughtful gift at a time. Good luck, Builder!