Crafting Culinary Immortality: A Guide to Ambrosia in The Sims 3

Ambrosia, the elixir of the gods, is a dish in The Sims 3 that can reset a Sim’s lifespan back to the beginning of adulthood. Creating this culinary marvel requires patience, skill, and a touch of Simlish magic. Here’s the breakdown of how to make Ambrosia, step-by-step:

1. Reach Level 10 in the Cooking Skill: This is the most fundamental requirement. Your Sim needs to be a master chef before attempting Ambrosia. Cook frequently, read cooking books, and watch the cooking channel on TV to level up.

2. Acquire the Necessary Ingredients: This is where the real challenge begins. You’ll need three specific ingredients:

   • Life Fruit: This rare fruit can be obtained in several ways. You can find special seed locations in each town. Explore the town thoroughly and look for sparkling seeds on the ground. Sims who have the World Adventures expansion, there is also a chance to find Life Fruit in France or Al Simhara, Egypt. With the Ambitions expansion, you might find Life Fruit at the Consignment Store. Once you find a Life Fruit seed, plant it and nurture the plant to harvest more Life Fruit. To ensure a constant supply, consider growing Life Fruit on your lot in a garden.

   • Death Fish: This elusive fish appears only between 12 am and 5 am at the pond in the mausoleum/catacombs area. Your Sim must have a fishing skill of level 10 to catch it. The key is to use Angelfish as bait.

   • Angelfish: This fish, while not as rare as the Death Fish, still requires some effort. Your Sim needs a fishing skill of level 8 to catch one. Lakes and Oceans both contain Angel Fish, and it helps if you use an AlleyCatfish as bait.

3. Prepare the Dish: Once you have all three ingredients, click on a refrigerator or a stove and select the “Prepare Ambrosia” option. It will take a while for your Sim to complete the dish.

4. Consume and Rejuvenate: Have your Sim eat the Ambrosia. Upon consumption, their lifespan will be reset back to the beginning of the Adult stage. They will retain all their skills, memories, and relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Ambrosia in The Sims 3

Here are some commonly asked questions concerning all things relating to Ambrosia in The Sims 3:

How do I get Life Fruit easily?

Look for sparkling seeds around town and search France or Al Simhara, Egypt with World Adventures. Check the Consignment store when you have Ambitions as well. A consistent way to have this key ingredient is to grow the fruit yourself.

Where can I find the mausoleum/catacombs area to catch Death Fish?

The location of the mausoleum/catacombs varies slightly depending on the town. Look for the cemetery area in your town. It’s usually a designated public lot on the map. Fish between the hours of 12 am – 5 am.

Is there a specific fishing spot that is better for catching Angelfish?

Not really, but areas marked as “Great Fishing Spot” will increase your chances. Use Alleycatfish as bait and keep fishing.

Can I stock my pond with Death Fish or Angelfish?

Yes. If you catch ten fish of the same type, you can then stock your pond with that type of fish by clicking on the pond and choosing the “Stock” option. This requires you to have a pond on your property, either pre-made or built with the terrain tools.

What happens if my Sim already has a long lifespan when they eat Ambrosia?

The lifespan reset is absolute. Regardless of how much time your Sim has left in their current life stage, they will be returned to the beginning of the Adult stage.

Can children or teens eat Ambrosia?

No. Only Sims who are young adults, adults, or elders can eat Ambrosia. Children and teens cannot prepare Ambrosia and cannot consume it.

Does Ambrosia affect pregnancy?

No, eating Ambrosia does not affect a Sim’s pregnancy.

Can ghosts eat Ambrosia?

Yes! Ghosts can eat Ambrosia, and it will bring them back to life! They will return as they were before they died.

Can I sell Ambrosia?

Yes, you can sell Ambrosia, but it will not fetch a high price compared to other dishes that require similar skill. Its real value lies in its lifespan-resetting properties.

Can I learn the Ambrosia recipe without leveling up my cooking skill?

No. You must reach level 10 in the Cooking skill to unlock the Ambrosia recipe. There is no way around this requirement.

Does Ambrosia affect occult Sims (vampires, werewolves, etc.)?

Yes, Ambrosia affects occult Sims the same way it affects regular Sims. It will reset their lifespan back to the beginning of the Adult stage. For example, vampires will reset to the Adult vampire stage.

If my Sim has the “Immortal” Lifetime Wish, does Ambrosia still work?

The Immortal Lifetime Wish prevents death by old age. Ambrosia resets the Sim’s age back to the beginning of adulthood.

Can the Grim Reaper eat Ambrosia?

The Grim Reaper is not a playable Sim, so he cannot eat Ambrosia. However, as mentioned before, if a ghost eats Ambrosia, it can bring them back to life.

What is the “Unlucky” trait, and how does it affect Death Flowers?

A Sim with the Unlucky trait has a higher chance of surviving certain death scenarios. If an Unlucky Sim dies with a Death Flower in their inventory, there is a chance that the Grim Reaper will revive them and not use up the flower.

Besides Ambrosia and Life Fruit, what else can extend a Sim’s life?

Other methods to extend a Sim’s life include:

• Young Again Potion (Alchemy): Crafted by Alchemists.
• Young Again Elixir (Lifetime Reward): Purchased with lifetime happiness points.
• Collecting Death Flowers: When the Grim Reaper approaches, your Sim will offer the Death Flower in exchange for their life.

Making Ambrosia in The Sims 3 is an involved process, but it’s a rewarding endeavor. Enjoy! For more resources on game-based learning and educational initiatives, visit the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.