Harvest Moon: The Wind of Anthosis a lovable farming simulator designed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of theHarvest Moonseries, now known asStory of Seasons. Like other titles in the genre, you arrive in a new city hoping to save the villagers from a doomed fate. Players will grow crops, raise animals, and form relationships with the citizens of Anthos. Some of these relationships can become romantic if players want to find a life partner.
Romance and marriage are popular concepts in theHarvest Moongames. Players will meet various characters with unique personalities and backgrounds. They can get to know their favorites and turn up the charm if they want something more serious. Options aren’t limited, and there are 10 possible marriage candidates inHarvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos.This guide has information and tips on how players can win them over.
All Marriage Candidates in Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos
Aolani
Aolani is the daughter of a fisherman named Jason from Lilikala. Not only that, but she is very knowledgeable about all fish species, and players will often find themselves listening to her gush about everything she knows. Aolani has a very bright and trustworthy personality, so it wouldn’t be shocking if her charms appealed to players.
Players can only romance her after they finish the Lilikala storyline and restore the village. Aolani loves seafood, sobringing her fish-centered mealswill win her. Her Note events usually center around the water and fishing.
Ella
Ella is an artist from Herbstburg. Her character design is arguably one of the flashiest of all the marriage candidates based on its creativity. When players first meet her, she is slightly standoffish, but Ella’s carefree and bold personality shines through as you get closer to her. Not only is she an artist, but she is also an avid music lover due to her Grandmother’s profession in instrument tuning.
Players will interact with Ella after they finish the Herbstburg storyline. Her favorite gifts are teas andvarious gemstones, which she uses to inspire her paintings.
Judy
Judy isthe animal handler in Lenctenburyand the former best friend of the player character. Her character is notable for her love and adoration for animals. She even spoils her animal friends, highlighting her caring personality. Of course, this softness is primarily exclusive to her pets, and when talking to players, they see she is pretty mischievous and quick-witted.
Judy is one of the first characters players will interact with in the early chapters of Lenctenbury. This makes it easier to get closer to her faster, and players can woo her with gifts such as Tulips, Jersey Milk, and even Diamonds.
Neil
Neil is a laidback cook who helps his parents at their diner in Lectenbury. Players will find him likable from the beginning, if not absent-minded. While he loves cooking, his passion for food started with simply loving eating. He also tends to hold high standards to impress his family.
Players will meet Neil in chapter one of their journey through Anthos in Lenctenbury. In line with his job and personality, his favorite gifts are food-related for the most part, including things likeingredients and stew, but he also likes sapphires.
Westley
Westley embodies leadership as the head of the Providence village. He carries lots of responsibility, and people are often wary of his seemingly strict personality. However, Wesley is one of the most misunderstood characters inThe Winds of Anthos. Underneath that harsh facade, Westley is incredibly generous and kind.
Players will be delighted to learn about Westley after they finish the Providence storyline. Regarding gifts, he is partial to fruits, with apples being one of his favorites.
Kaimana
Kaimana is hard to miss with his flashy style and friendly personality. He is an artisan and fisherman who lives in Lilikala. He loves the ocean and the beach, so that is where players will find him most of the time. He is also highly self-confident, somewhat cocky, and passionate about what he wants to do. His devil-may-care attitude can sometimes get in the way of staying on track with the task at hand.
Kaimana can only be romanced after players start the Lilikala storyline. Whenever they are ready to start increasing their relationship with him, the best way is to give him crafting items such as Iron.
Nikolai
Nikolai is the local apothecary in Zimagrad Village. Nikolai is the best marriage candidate for those wanting a slightly mysterious and quiet type of husband. He can be awkward, but he is genuine when caring about something. Getting through to him and past his introverted tendencies can take more effort than some headstrong villagers.
Players can romance Nikolai after they complete the Zimagrad Village storyline. Due to his career of choice, his favorite gifts are herbology andmedicine ingredients like Energy Mushrooms.
Arnold
Arnold is a hard-to-crack, serious character. He is the youngest son of the Herbstburg leader and is very stubborn and set in his ways. While he doesn’t like to get involved in trouble, he will step up to the plate if someone needs help. Players will find that although he is a talented musician, he prefers to play alone.
Arnold isn’t as approachable as some, but he does have a kind heart. Players usually find him in his home in Herbstburg, and he accepts Pumpkin, Macaroni Au Gratin, and Aquamarine as his favorite gifts.
Vivi
Vivi is the younger sister of the leader of Providence, Westley. She is known as a traveler and adventurer, although her brother isn’t privy to the more gruesome details of her experiences. She maintains her elegant energy as an essential person in the village but is incredibly headstrong and sturdy. Players will be enamored by her bravery but also worried about her lack of self-preservation.
Vivi can be romanced once players finish the Providence storyline, and she will accept gifts such as Cold Mushrooms.
Lina
Lina is an adorable, bubbly daughter of a craftsman and spends her days making furniture in Zimagrad. Lina has an incredible eye for design and is often searching for new inspiration for her furniture. She loves to take people under her wing and considers all her friends family. Players will quickly get swept up in her lovable personality.
Lina can only be romanced after players finish the Zimagrad storyline andrestore the village. She spends much time in her home, and players can give her gifts such as Ice Trumpets, Valais Blacknose Sheep Wool, and Emerald.
