Kent Jodi, the military veteran of Stardew Valley, returns to Pelican Town after a year-long absence to reconnect with his family. Though initially absent from the community, players can develop a rapport with him by understanding his preferences for gifts and cinematic tastes outlined below.
Preferred gifts for fostering friendship with Kent
Avoid holly at all costs and focus on roasted chestnuts when developing your relationship with this complex character. Building goodwill requires careful selection of offerings that won’t trigger wartime memories or seasonal frustrations.
| Hated | All universal hates, all milk, algae soup, holly, sashimi, tortilla |
| Disliked | All universal dislikes, pina colada, quartz, snow yam |
| Neutral | All universal neutrals (except dwarvish safety manual), chanterelle, common mushroom, dandelion, ginger, hazelnut, leek, magma cap, morel, purple mushroom, wild horseradish, winter root |
| Liked | All universal likes (except algae soup, pina colada, sashimi, and tortilla), all eggs (except void egg), all fruit, daffodil, dwarvish safety manual |
| Loved | All universal loves, fiddlehead risotto, roasted hazelnuts |
| Reaction | Gift |
Relationship milestones with Kent
Most relationship developments arrive via mailed rewards, though one special event provides insight into his domestic life. Strengthening bonds unlocks valuable recipes and interpersonal moments.
| Seven hearts | You will receive a recipe in the mail from Kent |
| Three hearts II | You will receive a recipe in the mail from Kent |
| Three hearts I | Enter Kent’s home while both he and Jodi are there |
| Any more than zero hearts | Any friendship level above zero means you can receive a gift from Kent in the mail |
| Event | How to trigger |
Kent’s location during summer storms
When environmental anomalies occur, Kent prioritizes family safety by joining Jodi and their children at the Stardrop Saloon alongside other townsfolk, seeking comfort in communal spaces during unsettling weather.
Cinematic preferences and snack recommendations
Though selective about films, Kent enjoys various concessions except certain items that might sour his mood. Opt for popcorn or sorbet to enhance his theater experience.
| Dislike | It Howls In The Rain, Mysterium | Black licorice, cotton candy, jawbreaker, joja cola, jojacorn, rock candy, sour slimes |
| Like | Journey of the Prairie King: The Motion Picture, Natural Wonders: Exploring Our Vibrant World, The Brave Little Sapling, The Miracle At Coldstar Ranch, The Zuzu City Express, Wumbus | Everything else |
| Love | No loved movies | Popcorn, stardrop sorbet |
| Movie | Concession |