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Youfang - Version 17 vs Version 18
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11Youfang Overview22Youfang is a romanceable NPC in Starsand Island who is the island's fortune teller and spiritual guardian. He is a young monk and disciple of a monastery, sent to the island by his master to grow his spiritual ability and safeguard the island's spiritual line. He resides in the first large temple at Bastrom Heights, high in the mountains above Starsand Town. Despite his monastic role, Youfang has a carefree, laidback personality. He appears weirdly detached at first but reveals genuine wisdom and warmth over time. He also plays a big role in the Senior Exploration Trial questline for the Explorer profession.44Where to Find Youfang66Youfang lives at the first large temple in Bastrom Heights, high in the mountains northeast of Starsand Town. He is one of the hardest NPCs to visit regularly because of the distance. He spends about 90% of his time at or near the temple, far from the main town area. To reach the temple:88Head north from Starsand Town toward Cloudrest LakeTake the mountain road heading east and uphillFollow the trail of blue hydrangeas snaking up the mountain roads. They mark the pathThe temple is the first large structure you encounter at the summit1111Youfang typically comes outside around 10:00 AM. Before that, he stays inside the temple where he can be difficult to find. His bedroom is inside the temple and is accessible at 3+ hearts of affection.1313Daily Schedule1515TimeLocation6:00: 10:00 AMInside the temple (may be hard to interact with)10:00 AM: 12:00 PMTemple courtyard / mountain paths near Bastrom Heights12:00: 6:00 PMInside or around the temple (fortune telling, meditation)6:00: 10:00 PMTemple courtyard (stargazing)10:00 PM: 6:00 AMInside the temple (sleeping)1717Youfang rarely leaves Bastrom Heights. Your best window to find and interact with him is between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM when he is most likely in the temple courtyard or the main hall.1818How to Track Youfang2020After your first interaction, Youfang appears on the Social app on your in-game phone. Open the Social tab and tap his portrait to see his exact location marker on the map. Use the Locate button to place a waypoint or Follow to track him in real time. This is especially useful given how far the temple is from your farm.2222Gift Preferences2424Gifts are the main way to raise affection with Youfang. You can give one gift per day. Items are grouped by affection value:2626Favorite Gifts (+15 Affection)2828ItemNotesBamboo LeafFound by harvesting Bamboo near Cloudrest Lake. His absolute favorite and the easiest +15 gift to farm.BambooRaw bamboo stalks. Also +15 but Bamboo Leaf is more common and equally valued.3030Liked Gifts (+10 Affection)3131ItemCategoryMoonflowerFlower (Moonlit Forest)Crispy RiceCooked dishBlue HydrangeaFlowerLight Blue HydrangeaFlowerCeleste BerryFruitMoondew ShroomMushroom (Moonlit Forest)Sunveil ShroomMushroom (Moonlit Forest)Dragon FruitFruitWheatCropGarlicCropSpirit FruitRare forageableGlazed CicadaCooked dishFentaDrinkPlain NoodlesCooked dishBC MilkDrink3333Disliked Gifts (Negative Affection)3434ItemNotesWoolAnimal productGrilled Chicken WingsCooked dish. Monk may object to meatLaotiaoSnack foodStar CanelightProcessed itemMoonflower TeaDrink (paradoxically dislikes the tea, likes the flower)Soy MilkDrink3636Hated Gifts (Strongly Negative)3737ItemNotesCopperOreTinOrePickled Water SpinachProcessed foodRunebird FragmentMonster drop3939Heart Level Progression4040HeartsPoints RequiredUnlock1 Heart90 pointsStart receiving small gifts from Youfang during conversations2 Hearts220 pointsAbility to take photos together at the temple3 Hearts370 pointsAccess to Youfang's private room inside the temple; receive a special gift4 Hearts500 pointsRequest board functionality. Youfang posts spiritual tasks for you5 Hearts750 pointsYoufang is the only romanceable character who cannot be invited to move in, likely due to his monastic duties at the temple. His 5-heart cutscene still triggers, but the Move In option does not appear4242Fortune Teller Role4343Youfang operates as the island's fortune teller. You can visit him at the temple to receive fortune readings that provide hints about upcoming events, weather, lucky days for certain activities, and spiritual guidance. His readings are thematic and atmospheric rather than mechanically binding. They add flavor and can occasionally hint at hidden content or optimal timing for certain activities like fishing or farming decisions.4545Senior Exploration Trial Quest4747Youfang is directly involved in the Senior Exploration Trial questline for the Explorer profession. To achieve Senior Explorer rank:4949Complete the prerequisites for Senior rank (Intermediate Explorer + required discoveries)Speak with Zephyria at the Exploration Club to initiate the Senior TrialTravel to Bastrom Heights and find Youfang at the templeYoufang provides a spiritual trial that tests your exploration knowledge and combat readinessComplete the trial challenges to earn Senior Explorer certification5151After the trial, return to Solara at the Community Center after the trial. By this point in the Explorer questline, players should already have access to Golden Bow, Fire Arrows, Water Arrows, and Gale Arrows.5353Personality5555Youfang is mysterious, kind, laidback, and calm. He was sent to the island by his monastery master despite his carefree nature. His master recognized a genuine spiritual talent beneath the lazy exterior. He appears weirdly detached from the social dynamics of the island but is deeply connected to its spiritual energy. His dialogue is filled with philosophical musings and gentle humor. Players often describe his romance path as "steeped in mysticism and intrigue". Do not expect a conventional relationship arc with Youfang.5757Romance5959Youfang is fully romanceable. His romance path progresses through the 5-heart system. At 5 Hearts (750 points), you can invite him to move into your farm at Hopeland. Once moved in, Youfang provides daily fortune readings and helps with light farm tasks. As of Early Access, the romance system includes daily gifting, photo sessions, and the move-in feature. Heart events and marriage mechanics may be added in future updates.6161Tips6363Bamboo Leaf is the easiest gift to farm. Chop bamboo near Cloudrest Lake on your way to the temple for a free +15 every visitThe trek to Bastrom Heights is long. Combine visits with hydrangea gathering (they grow along the mountain path) and ore miningUse the Social app's Locate button to set a waypoint to Youfang before traveling. Saves time if he has wandered from the main hallVisit between 10 AM and 6 PM for the best chance of finding him outside and interactableYoufang's dislike of Grilled Chicken Wings and hating of Runebird Fragments suggests he has spiritual objections to violence and meat. Stick to plant-based gifts for safetyAt 3 Hearts, visit his room inside the temple for unique dialogue about the island's spiritual historyCompleting the Senior Exploration Trial through Youfang is required for late-game weapons and ammo like the Golden Bow and elemental arrowsA bus station near Bastrom Heights makes repeat visits much faster once unlocked
