In the post-apocalyptic desert oasis of My Time at Sandrock, few residents possess the boundless, infectious ambition of Catori. As the town’s premier entrepreneur, entertainment mogul, and visionary behind the Catori World amusement park, she spends her days dreaming up grand schemes to revitalize the local economy. Building a strong relationship with her isn’t just a fun narrative pursuit—it also unlocks valuable perks, including steep store discounts.
If you want to win over Sandrock’s most relentless dreamer, understanding what gifts make her tick is essential.
Why Befriend Catori?
Before diving into gift economics, it helps to know what’s in it for you. Raising your friendship tier with Catori yields tangible gameplay benefits. As you move from a casual Buddy to a Friend and Good Friend, you will receive up to a 25% discount on items purchased at her store. Given how much real estate and entertainment equipment you may want to acquire later in the game, keeping Catori happy pays literal dividends.
The Best Gifts: What Catori Loves (+16 to +19 Points)
Catori has eclectic tastes. She appreciates items that scream luxury, history, or sheer grandiosity, often leaning toward polished decor, relics, and statement pieces. Handing her any of the following “Loved” items will net you a massive injection of friendship points:
- High-End Relics & Statues: The Conch Shell Goddess Statue, Meowses II Statue, Sand Eagle Statue, and Monument.
- Exhibition & Display Furniture: Armor Display, Exhibition Stand, Grand Theater, Premium Wood Desk, Working Desk, Yakboy Sofa, and Yakboy Bookshelf.
- Jewelry and Personal Accessories: Diamond Earrings, Amber Pendant, Orchid Earrings, Jade Bracelet, and Seashell Necklace.
If you have spare materials to craft or stumble upon these items during your ruins diving, saving them specifically for Catori is a shortcut to her inner circle.
Solid Alternative Options: Liked Gifts
If you don’t have a spare Diamond Earring or Armor Display lying around, don’t worry. Catori is surprisingly receptive to self-care products, electronics, and household goods. Items like a Vacuum Cleaner, Curling Iron, Hair Dryer, Peacock Feather Brooch, or various astronaut and science models will reliably net you moderate friendship gains (+5 to +10 points).
Additionally, keeping an eye out for her active Desires—such as Sunscreen (+14) or a Peacock Feather Brooch (+12) when you are casual associates—provides an extra boost.
What to Avoid: Gifts Catori Dislikes or Hates
While Catori is an optimist, she draws a hard line when it comes to junk. Like many characters in Sandrock, gifting her raw trash, scraps, or broken items will heavily penalize your relationship.
More importantly, avoid giving her weapons, swords, daggers, or military scrap. Catori is an entertainer and a businesswoman, not a mercenary; handing her a weapon or heavy armor component generally results in an outright negative reaction (losing up to 5 points). Scrap metal, industrial explosives, and ruined materials should also stay far away from her.
Pro-Tips for Maximizing Your Gifts
- Watch the Calendar: Giving Catori a gift on her birthday multiplies the relationship points earned.
- Diversify Your Inventory: Giving the exact same gift day after day causes diminishing returns, dropping a “Loved” gift down to a “Liked” tier response. Rotate your presentation pieces to keep her impressed.
- Leverage the Museum: Don’t forget that donating eligible historical items to the local museum naturally scores passive brownie points with Catori, aligning your builder duties with your social goals.
With the right strategy, you’ll have Sandrock’s favorite entrepreneur cheering you on in no time, helping you build a brighter future for the entire community.
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