How to Get Your Sister Fruit in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
The quest for non-native fruit in Animal Crossing: New Horizons (ACNH) is a common one, often leading players to seek out what’s known as their “sister fruit.” This special fruit, not initially found on your island, is a crucial piece in completing your fruit collection. Obtaining your sister fruit can be a source of confusion for many new players. So, let’s break down exactly how you can get your hands on this elusive treat.
Understanding Sister Fruit
Before diving into the methods, it’s essential to understand what “sister fruit” actually means in the context of ACNH. Your island starts with one native fruit. For example, if your island is abundant with cherries, then those are your native fruit. Your sister fruit is a specific non-native fruit that you can only find through certain means, most notably by using Nook Miles Tickets. Importantly, it’s always the same type of non-native fruit for each island, establishing a “sister” relationship with your native fruit. For example, if your native fruit is cherries, your sister fruit will always be oranges. You cannot get any other kind of fruit this way.
The Primary Method: Mystery Island Tours
The main method for getting your sister fruit is through Nook Miles Tickets and visiting mystery islands. Here’s the step-by-step process:
- Acquire Nook Miles Tickets: Earn Nook Miles by completing various tasks around your island and in the Nook Miles app on your Nook Phone. Exchange 2,000 Nook Miles for a Nook Miles Ticket at the Nook Stop terminal inside Resident Services.
- Head to the Airport: Go to Dodo Airlines at the airport and speak to Orville.
- Choose “I wanna fly!”: Select this option to begin your journey.
- Select “Use Nook Miles Ticket”: This will take you to a random mystery island.
- Search for Your Sister Fruit: Once on the island, explore. Most mystery islands will only have your native fruit. However, there is a 9% chance of encountering an island with your sister fruit. This means it might take several trips to find what you’re looking for.
- Collect Your Sister Fruit: Once you find the right island, collect as many of the fruit as you can. Remember to plant some back on your island to start your own orchard of your sister fruit.
Important Note on Sister Fruit Islands
Keep in mind that mystery islands with your sister fruit are rare. You may need to use several Nook Miles Tickets before finding one. There’s no guarantee on which island you will get. The process is totally random. The important thing is to keep trying.
Other Ways to Acquire Fruit
While mystery islands are the primary way to encounter sister fruit, here are other methods to obtain non-native fruits, though they might not guarantee your sister fruit directly:
Isabelle’s Gift
Early in the game, after you’ve just started playing, talk to Isabelle. She may give you a basket of non-native fruit as a reward for completing some of her simple tasks. While not guaranteed to be your sister fruit, this is a good way to get started with building your fruit collection.
Kapp’n’s Boat Tours
Taking a boat tour with Kapp’n can lead you to special islands. Some of these islands might have different non-native fruit, including coconuts, though it does not guarantee your sister fruit.
Online Communities & Dodo Codes
Utilizing online communities is also a great way to get fruit. You can connect with other players through Discord groups, Reddit, or forums and get Dodo Codes to visit their islands. This is a great way to get fruits you are missing.
Making Friends
Making friends and visiting their islands is one of the most reliable ways to obtain non-native fruits. This is because players often have different native fruit and can provide them to you. This is useful if you cannot obtain your sister fruit by using Nook Miles Tickets alone.
Mailbox Surprises
Occasionally, your in-game “Mom” will send you gifts in the mail, sometimes including non-native fruits. These gifts are random and might not always be your sister fruit, but they can help expand your collection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the difference between native fruit and sister fruit?
Your native fruit is the fruit that initially grows on your island when you start the game. Your sister fruit is a specific non-native fruit, always the same for your island, which you can usually find on mystery islands using Nook Miles Tickets.
2. Can you get all types of fruit from mystery islands?
No. Most mystery islands contain only your native fruit. The rare islands that are filled with a specific non-native fruit are the only way to obtain sister fruit by visiting a mystery island.
3. How rare is it to find a sister fruit island?
There is a 9% chance to find an island with your sister fruit when using a Nook Miles Ticket. This means it can take many attempts to locate one.
4. What is a “perfect fruit” in ACNH?
Perfect fruit is a rare variation of your native fruit that has a special shimmer. It can be grown to create more perfect fruit trees. They cannot be found on mystery islands.
5. Can perfect fruit be found on mystery islands?
No. Perfect fruit can only grow on your native island, making it a rare find indeed.
6. What are the six types of fruit in Animal Crossing?
The six types of fruit in ACNH are: apples, cherries, coconuts, peaches, pears, and oranges.
7. How do I plant fruit in Animal Crossing?
To plant fruit, equip a Shovel and dig a hole. Then, select the fruit in your inventory and choose the option to “Plant 1.”
8. Can you send fruit to friends in Animal Crossing?
Yes, you can mail fruit to friends using the in-game mail system at the airport. This is a great way to share non-native fruit with each other.
9. How often does “Mom” send fruit in the mail?
“Mom” sends gifts, including non-native fruit, on random occasions with a story attached.
10. Are there bananas in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
No, bananas are not available in ACNH. They were present in Animal Crossing: New Leaf, but not in New Horizons.
11. What is the most valuable fruit in Animal Crossing?
Coconuts sell for 250 Bells each, making them the most valuable common fruit. However, the price of perfect fruit is much higher when sold in a town where they are not native.
12. What is the rarest fruit to start with in ACNH?
The rarest starting fruit is the perfect fruit, as it can only be grown on your island. This is not a fruit you start with though.
13. What is the point of eating fruit in ACNH?
Eating fruit gives you a temporary strength boost allowing you to break rocks and dig up trees more easily.
14. How can I get non-native fruit offline?
Offline you can obtain non-native fruit through Isabelle, by using Nook Miles Tickets, and by visiting special islands with Kapp’n. You can also get gifts from “Mom” in the mail.
15. What is the most popular fruit in ACNH?
Coconuts are often considered the most popular due to their high sell price and frequent use in crafting.
Conclusion
Acquiring your sister fruit in Animal Crossing: New Horizons requires patience and persistence, but the reward of completing your fruit collection makes it worthwhile. By understanding the mechanics of mystery islands, taking advantage of other in-game features, and interacting with other players, you can successfully obtain your sister fruit and enjoy all the bounty your island has to offer. Happy gaming!