How to Conjure the Coveted Death Flower in The Sims 4

So, you’re looking to get your hands on a Death Flower in The Sims 4, eh? Well, you’ve come to the right place! This darkly beautiful bloom is a must-have for any serious Simmer, whether you’re trying to cheat death, complete collections, or simply admire its morbid elegance. There are three primary methods to acquire a Death Flower: grafting, finding it in the world, or cheating. Let’s delve into each method in detail.

Method 1: The Grafting Route – A Gardener’s Guide to Immortality

The most reliable (and arguably most rewarding) way to obtain a Death Flower is through the art of grafting. This involves a bit of botanical skill and patience, but it’s a surefire path to obtaining that precious bloom.

First, you need to acquire the necessary plant fragments. The Death Flower is created by combining two rare plants: the Orchid and the Pomegranate.

• Orchid: Orchids are the trickiest to find. They are most commonly found in the Forgotten Grotto of Oasis Springs or through gardening skill level rewards. Exploring these hidden lots and checking the ground for seed packets is your best bet. Alternatively, you can occasionally purchase them from the computer or seed packets with a high enough gardening skill.
• Pomegranate: Pomegranates are a bit easier to come by. You can find them growing in the world, especially in Oasis Springs. Look around parks and public areas. As with Orchids, you can sometimes buy them from the computer or seed packets.

Once you have both plants, you can begin the grafting process. Your Sim will need a level 5 Gardening skill to graft.

1. Plant both the Orchid and Pomegranate in your garden.
2. Harvest a cutting (or “taking”) from the Orchid by clicking on the plant and selecting “Take Cutting.”
3. Approach the Pomegranate plant and select “Graft.” Choose the Orchid cutting you just harvested.
4. Repeat the process in reverse, taking a cutting from the Pomegranate and grafting it onto the Orchid plant.

Now, here’s the key: You need to wait and tend to these plants! Ensure they are watered, weeded, and fertilized. Eventually, the grafted plants will evolve, and with a bit of luck, they’ll produce Death Flowers along with Orchids and Pomegranates.

Method 2: Exploring the World – A Treasure Hunt for the Morbid

If you’re not a gardening guru, you can try your luck finding Death Flowers in the world. This method is less reliable, but it’s a fun way to explore and discover hidden areas.

• Forgotten Grotto (Oasis Springs): This hidden lot is a prime location for finding rare plants, including the elusive Death Flower. Explore the grotto thoroughly and keep an eye out for any interactable plants.
• Sylvan Glades (Willow Creek): Similar to the Forgotten Grotto, the Sylvan Glades can sometimes yield Death Flowers. You’ll need to answer a series of questions correctly to access this hidden area.
• Hermit’s House (Granite Falls – Outdoor Retreat): This location, accessible with the Outdoor Retreat game pack, sometimes spawns Death Flowers. Make sure to befriend the Hermit.

While exploring, keep an eye out for sparkling plants or unusual flora. These are often the ones that hold the most valuable treasures, including the Death Flower. Remember that the spawn rates are random, so it may take some time and dedication to find one.

Method 3: The Cheater’s Way – Instant Gratification

For those who prefer a more direct approach, The Sims 4 offers a variety of cheat codes that can instantly grant you a Death Flower.

1. Open the cheat console by pressing Ctrl+Shift+C (or Cmd+Shift+C on a Mac).
2. Type testingcheats true and press Enter. This enables cheat codes.
3. Type bb.showhiddenobjects and press Enter. This reveals hidden objects in Build/Buy mode.
4. Type bb.showliveeditobjects and press Enter. This unlocks even more build/buy objects.
5. Go into Build/Buy mode and search for “Death Flower” in the search bar.

You should now be able to purchase Death Flowers directly from the catalog. Be aware that using cheats can sometimes disable achievements, so proceed with caution if you’re concerned about that.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Death Flowers in The Sims 4

1. What is a Death Flower used for in The Sims 4?

The primary use of a Death Flower is to bribe the Grim Reaper. If a Sim dies with a Death Flower in their inventory, they can offer it to the Grim Reaper to be spared. It’s essentially a “get out of death free” card.

2. How do I give a Death Flower to the Grim Reaper?

When a Sim dies, the Grim Reaper will appear. If the dying Sim has a Death Flower in their inventory, an option to “Offer Death Flower” will appear. Select this option, and if successful, the Grim Reaper will revive the Sim.

3. Can children or toddlers use a Death Flower to bribe the Grim Reaper?

No, only teenagers and older can offer a Death Flower to the Grim Reaper. Children and toddlers will simply pass on to the Sim afterlife.

4. Can I sell a Death Flower?

Yes, Death Flowers can be sold for a decent amount of Simoleons, especially if they are of high quality. This can be a good way to make some extra money, particularly if you have a thriving garden.

5. How do I improve the quality of my Death Flower?

Like other plants, the quality of a Death Flower can be improved through proper care, fertilization, and plant evolution. Use fertilizer and tend to the plant regularly to increase its quality. The higher the quality, the more effective it is at bribing the Grim Reaper and the more Simoleons you’ll get when selling it.

6. What is the best fertilizer for a Death Flower?

Any high-quality fertilizer will help, but fish are a particularly effective fertilizer for Death Flowers.

7. Can the Grim Reaper refuse my Death Flower bribe?

In extremely rare cases, the Grim Reaper may refuse the Death Flower, especially if the Sim’s time has truly come. However, this is very uncommon.

8. Does having a Death Flower guarantee my Sim will never die?

No. While it can save them once, you need to have a Death Flower each time you want to cheat death. It’s a single-use item for that purpose.

9. Can I use a Death Flower to bring back a ghost?

No, Death Flowers cannot be used to resurrect ghosts. You’ll need other methods, such as Ambrosia, to bring a Sim back to life.

10. How often does a Death Flower plant produce Death Flowers?

The frequency depends on the plant’s quality and whether it’s been evolved. A well-cared-for, evolved plant will produce Death Flowers more frequently than a neglected one.

11. Can I plant a Death Flower seed?

Death Flowers don’t grow from seeds. You must graft the required flower combination together.

12. What is the “Book of Life” and how does it relate to death in The Sims 4?

The Book of Life, available through the Writer career, allows a Sim to capture the stories of other Sims and then revive them if they die. While not directly related to Death Flowers, it is another way to cheat death and preserve a Sim’s existence. This emphasizes the power of narrative and agency within the game, a theme often explored by the Games Learning Society, who examine how games foster understanding and skills. Find more about their work at GamesLearningSociety.org.

13. Are Death Flowers available in all versions of The Sims 4?

Yes, Death Flowers are a part of the base game of The Sims 4, so you don’t need any expansion packs to acquire them.

14. Can pets use Death Flowers?

No, pets cannot use Death Flowers to cheat death. If a pet dies, it will simply pass on.

15. How do I evolve my Death Flower plant?

To evolve your Death Flower plant, you need to consistently tend to it, water it, weed it, and fertilize it. Over time, it will evolve into a higher quality plant, producing more and better Death Flowers. Evolving a plant also requires a certain level of Gardening skill.