How do I make the Stylist NPC happy in Terraria?

To make the Stylist NPC happy in Terraria, you need to understand the NPC happiness system, which was introduced in the 1.4 update. This system allows NPCs to have preferences for specific biomes and neighbors, which directly affects their happiness. A happy NPC will offer discounts on their goods and services, and in some cases, they may even sell unique items. For the Stylist, her happiness is influenced by her preferred biome and the NPCs she likes to live near.

The Stylist prefers the Ocean biome. This means that if you place her house in or near the Ocean biome, she will be happier. The Ocean biome is located at the far left or right edges of the world, where the water meets the land. Building her house here will give her a significant happiness boost. Additionally, the Stylist likes to live near the Dye Trader and the Pirate. If you place her house near these NPCs, she will be even happier. However, she dislikes living near the Goblin Tinkerer and the Mechanic, so avoid placing her house near these NPCs if you want to keep her happy.

To start, you need to find a suitable location in the Ocean biome. The Ocean biome is characterized by its sandy beaches and large bodies of water. You can build her house on the beach or even on a platform over the water. Make sure the house meets the basic requirements for NPC housing, which includes walls, a light source, a table, a chair, and a door. You can use any materials for the house, but using materials that match the Ocean theme, like palm wood or coral, can add to the aesthetic.

Once you have built the house, assign the Stylist to it. You can do this by opening the housing menu and selecting the house for her. Next, place the Dye Trader and the Pirate in nearby houses. The Dye Trader prefers the Desert biome, but he can still be placed near the Ocean biome if you want to keep the Stylist happy. The Pirate, on the other hand, prefers the Ocean biome, so he will be happy there as well. Make sure their houses are close enough to the Stylist's house to count as neighbors, but not so close that they overlap.

There are a few common mistakes to avoid when trying to make the Stylist happy. One mistake is placing her house in the wrong biome. If you place her house in a biome she dislikes, such as the Snow biome, she will be unhappy, and her prices will increase. Another mistake is placing her house near NPCs she dislikes, such as the Goblin Tinkerer or the Mechanic. This will also make her unhappy. Additionally, make sure her house is valid and meets all the basic requirements. If the house is invalid, she will not move in, and you will not be able to make her happy.

Advanced techniques for optimizing the Stylist's happiness include creating a mini-Ocean biome near your main base. This can be done by placing a large amount of sand and water in a specific area. This way, you can have the Stylist and other Ocean-preferring NPCs near your main base without having to travel to the far edges of the world. This can save time and make it easier to manage your NPCs.

Resource requirements for building the Stylist's house include wood, stone, and other basic building materials. If you want to match the Ocean theme, you may need to gather palm wood from palm trees in the Ocean biome or coral from the ocean floor. You can also use sand blocks to create a beach-like environment. If you are creating a mini-Ocean biome, you will need a significant amount of sand and water, which can be gathered using buckets or pumps.

In terms of class and equipment considerations, there are no specific requirements for making the Stylist happy. However, having a good pickaxe or drill can make gathering resources easier. If you are creating a mini-Ocean biome, having a good supply of buckets or pumps can speed up the process. Additionally, having a good weapon and armor set can help protect you from enemies while you are building in the Ocean biome.

In summary, to make the Stylist NPC happy in Terraria, you need to place her house in the Ocean biome and near the Dye Trader and the Pirate. Avoid placing her house near NPCs she dislikes, such as the Goblin Tinkerer and the Mechanic. Make sure her house is valid and meets all the basic requirements. You can optimize her happiness by creating a mini-Ocean biome near your main base. Gather the necessary resources, such as wood, stone, sand, and water, to build her house and create the Ocean biome. With these steps, you can keep the Stylist happy and enjoy the benefits of her discounted prices and unique items.