Stardew Valley Kent guide

Stardew Valley Kent is the returning war veteran that just wants his creature comforts, so learn how to make him happy with gifts and more.

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Stardew Valley's Kent is the soldier husband to everyone's favorite cheery pal, Jodi. We don't get to see Kent in the first year since he's away at war, but he makes a dramatic return to Pelican Town to reunite with his beloved wife and kids, so if you want to befriend this war hero, we can tell you what gifts he likes, the films he enjoys, and more.

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Here's everything you need to know about Stardew Valley's Kent:

What are the best Stardew Valley Kent gifts?

Kent is away fighting the good fight during your first year in Pelican Town, and this will mean you likely already have fairly strong bonds with his wife and kids upon his return. So, it'd be rude not to build a friendship with him, too, right? Especially if he ends up becoming your father-in-law. Your best bet is to get this man some roasted chestnuts and do all you can to avoid giving him some holly. We can't help but wonder how he handles the holiday season.

The best gifts to give Kent are:

  • Fiddlehead risotto, roasted hazelnuts, pina colada, and tortilla), all eggs (except void egg), all fruit, all universal loves

The worst gifts to give Kent are:

  • All milk, algae soup, holly, sashimi, tortilla, all universal dislikes and hates

When is Kent's birthday?

Kent's birthday falls on Spring 4. From year two, you can start giving him gifts.

stardew valley kent introducing himself to player after returning from being a soldier at war

What are Stardew Valley Kent's heart events?

For the most part, Stardew Valley's Kent sends you things in the mail for his heart events, but there is one that actually lets you get a look at what his marriage to Jodi is like. After all he's been through, it sure must be nice for him to be home with his wife and kids.

Event How to trigger
Any more than zero hearts Any friendship level above zero means you can receive a gift from Kent in the mail
Three hearts I Enter Kent's home while both he and Jodi are there
Three hearts II You will receive a recipe in the mail from Kent
Seven hearts You will receive a recipe in the mail from Kent
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Where is Kent during the green rain event in the summer?

Kent's main focus in life is to protect his wife and kids, so he'll go where they go. For Jodi, Sam, and Vincent, being with the other townspeople is the safest place - so you can also find Kent hanging out in the Saloon. He's probably had enough of scary things for a little while, anyway.

What are Kent's favorite movies and concessions?

Stardew Valley's Kent has being going through it, and war is not for the weak, so now that he's done with his service it's only fair he gets to enjoy some creature comforts. One of which is going to the movies, so to make sure he has the best time possible, we've listed out all his favorite flicks. He is a bit harder to please than most Pelican Town residents when it comes to snacks, though, so don't give him any sour slimes or the whole day will be ruined.

Movie Concession
Love No loved movies Popcorn, stardrop sorbet
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
Dislike It Howls In The Rain, Mysterium Black licorice, cotton candy, jawbreaker, joja cola, jojacorn, rock candy, sour slimes

There you have it, that's everything you need to know to get on Kent's good side and become besties with Jodi's husband. He's a sweetheart even despite experiencing all of the harrowing memories of war, so take him out for a movie every now and again - he deserves it.