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HARVEST MOON: A WONDERFULL LIFE
LIVING THE FARMERS LIFE GUIDE
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Who This Guide is For
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I'd like to start this by stating just who this guide is for.  If you are well
into the later chapters and are making tons of money, you probably wont find
much use of this FAQ.  I'm writing this guide with the primary purpose of
filling in the gaps for newers players (as well as answering common questions)
while providing tips for starting out.  I'll also add to this guide with other
tidbits and information as I go along.  Also I'd like to say if you're used
to the other Harvest Moons you might want to go ahead and read this before
playing so you will avoid some of the pitfalls that some players have run into
while assuming its like the old games (the way cows give milk for example).
What This FAQ Does not cover: This FAQ does not cover extreme basic stuff,
and is not meant as a manual!  I'm not going to sit down and go through the
manual and provide information like what button does what, and how to move
the camera around and such.  If you're just totally lost, check out the
Frequently Asked Questions Section.  Also, I'm not writing a day-by-day
guide for the entire game or even the first year.  There's simply not enough
time or need for it because I think players should explore on their own.
Instead look for tips by season.
I'd also like to say that this is my first FAQ I've written, so if you find
any problems with it, go ahead and drop me a line at my E-mail address, and
I'll be glad to fix it up or answer any questions as long as you don't send
me spam or flames.  Constructive criticism is welcome however.  Now without
further ado, onto the meat of the FAQ!
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A Little Bit About Me
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I've been a gamer since I first touched a SNES.  Sadly enough I never played
the HM for the SNES though I wished I could've.  When HM reappeared later
on in my life for the N64 I gave it a shot and was hooked.  Unfortunately I
lost interest soon after completing one evaluation and attempting a few
new save files.
I played the Harvest Moon for GBC somewhere around this time, and though it
was lacking the social interests of Harvest Moon, it did keep me occupied
on the road.
Then I hear about the Harvest Moon comming out for the gamecube.  I've been
waiting on this game since practically the moment I figured out what it
would be named here in the USA.
After watching the Harvest Moon : AWL board go up with a landslide of topics
that basically were asking the same thing, I took it upon myself to make
a FAQ that would answer all this.  Little did I know that several others were
already on the subject, so I took my existing shell and built upon it and
added so that it would be worthwhile.
I play a variety of other games for different systems, and for the computer.
I also keep tabs on the gaming industry and whats going on.  Other intersets
as of the first Version of this guide include games like : Neverwinter
Nights, Fatal Frame, Gunbound, Various FPS, etc.  My look on Harvest Moon
is not one of bias from a long-time devoted fan, but instead as a lover of the
game.  I consider it a masterpiece of games as of now.
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Table of Contents ^_^
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1. Version History
2. Who Can Post this Guide
3. Guide to Getting Started!
A. 1st Spring
B. 1st Summer
C. 1st Fall
D. 1st Winter
E. 2nd Year
4. Misc Guides
A. A Look Into Money Making
B. A Look Into the Social Life
5. Animal Guide
6. Frequently Asked Questions (Newbie Answers Here!)
7. Wanted - Information!
8. Legal Suff :-(
9. Acknowledgements
10. Contact Info
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1. Version History
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--Version .01--
3/21/04 - Started Typing first true draft, Version .01!
3/22/04 - a. Continued Writing this up, getting closer to completion.
b. Picked up the guide again and wrote some more, started some new
sections.  May take longer than originally anticipated.
3/23/04 - More Typing!  Did some proofreading and added a new section.
3/24/04 - Correcting and Refining, Going to wait for weekend to present a
completely finished version.
3/25/04 - Added another section, wrapping up...
--Version .5--
3/26/04 - Finished up with current projects.  Updated Version Number and
sent to GameFAQs.  Still nowhere near completion but about halfway
done till satisfaction.
--Version .51--
3/28/04 - Fixed a few errors, started planning on additional content.
--Version .52--
3/28/04 - Amazing, already got some e-mails and added their questions.
3/29/04 - Fixed some erorrs and added a bit of stuff.  Keep it comming.
--Version .53--
3/31/04 - Answered more e-mails and added more questions.  Been busy but
happy to add what I can.
--Version .54--
4/1/04 - Added a couple more sites that can use my FAQ.
--Version .55--
4/1/04 - Started on the next minor update.
4/5/04 - Fixed errors, added small bits.
--Version 1.0--
4/22/04 - I've decided its complete as is.  I don't have time to keep adding
and this FAQ is good as a starters guide.  I will, however continue
to add questions and answers.
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2. Who Can Post This Guide
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www.gamefaqs.com has my express permission to use this guide.  You will always
find the latest version of the guide here.
www.neoseeker.com now has my permission to use this guide as well.
www.wogaming.com also has my permission to use the FAQ.  Looks like somebody
out there likes it ^_^
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3. GETTING STARTED
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BIG NOTE: THERE ARE SPOILERS HERE.
Even though I try to keep them minor, they are here, so if you ABSOLUTELY
must avoid spoilers then stay away.  This applies to the entire FAQ (just
being cautious).
Here's where the meat and the bones go.  Veterans to the HM series are faced
with new problems this time around, and new players may find this game with
its many unanswered questions overwhelming.  I'm hoping to make a good FAQ
that will answer all the questions one could possibly ask, and also provide
a strong start for new players.  With time I may include later years
information, but by the time players get to these years, I guide is really
not as needed.  I will concentrate on the beginning years here at first,
dividing them into the four seasons and giving some objectives and tips.
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Ah, yes the beginning of the game.  One thing you should focus on here is
getting used to the game and NOT making money.  Trust me, you've got plenty
of time to get used to the game so there's no use in rushing into it.
You're introduced to most of the townsfolk and given some advice by Takakura
(I always have trouble remembering how to spell his name >_AnimalsFishing_