Leo from Stardew Valley is a resilient child residing on Ginger Island, having faced the tragic loss of his parents during a sea voyage. Despite his hardships, he’s forged strong bonds with the island’s parrots, whom he considers family. Building a friendship with him allows players to introduce Leo to other youngsters in Pelican Town.

Young residents like Vincent and Jas enthusiastically embrace Leo as a new companion. The town’s community members also extend warmth toward him, offering support beyond his avian companions.

Leo’s preferred gifts

Mango-based items are Leo’s top choices for boosting friendship. Presenting gifts on his birthday (Summer 26) yields extra rapport points.

Most appreciated gifts:

• Mango, duck feather, ostrich egg, poi, parrot egg, mango sticky rice, dragon tooth, quartz, nautilus shell, spice berry, sea urchin, plus universal favorites

Least appreciated gifts:

• Hops, beer, pina colada, pale ale, mead, holly, oil, morel, triple shot espresso, wine, unmilled rice, and all universally disliked items (excluding dragon tooth/sea urchin)

Cinema preferences

Heart event triggers

• Two hearts
  • Visit Island West between sunrise and sunset during clear weather
• Three hearts
  • Receive Poi recipe via mail
• Four hearts
  • Explore northern Ginger Island during daylight on sunny days
• Six hearts
  • Access southern island areas between morning and evening
• Seven hearts
  • Obtain mango sticky rice recipe through mail
• Nine hearts
  • Visit the Mountain area from dawn till 7pm in dry weather

Daily routines

Leo’s location changes based on friendship progression:

Before attaining six hearts: He roams Ginger Island from morning until 5pm, returning to his hut each evening.

After six hearts: Relocates to Pelican Town, frequenting his mountain hut or local areas. Visits the museum Tuesdays and Wednesdays, returns to Ginger Island Sundays/Mondays.