Why Isn’t Daisy Mae on My Island? A Comprehensive Guide
Are you eagerly anticipating Sunday morning in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, only to find the adorable orange boar, Daisy Mae, missing from your island? It’s a common frustration for many players. The most straightforward answer is that Daisy Mae only visits under very specific conditions. If she’s not there, it’s likely one of these reasons: you either didn’t meet the necessary pre-conditions, the timing is off, or you have simply overlooked her. Let’s delve into each reason to solve this mystery.
Meeting the Prerequisites for Daisy Mae’s Visit
The Nook’s Cranny Requirement
The most crucial step before Daisy Mae will appear is having Nook’s Cranny built on your island. Daisy Mae won’t start visiting until this essential shop is established. If you haven’t progressed far enough to unlock Nook’s Cranny, that’s your primary obstacle. Focus on completing Tom Nook’s initial tasks to get the shop open. It’s the key to unlocking not only Daisy Mae but also a range of other game features.
Sunday Morning Timings
Daisy Mae’s appearances are strictly limited to Sunday mornings between 5 AM and 12 PM. If you’re checking outside of this timeframe, you won’t find her. She’s an early bird and leaves promptly at midday. If you’re only playing in the afternoon or evening, that’s why you’re missing her.
Checking Thoroughly
Daisy Mae is smaller than many of the other characters and has a tendency to wander, making it easy to miss her. She could be tucked behind trees, buildings, or other structures. Make sure to explore your entire island carefully. Don’t just rely on a quick scan. She doesn’t have a set location, so patience and thorough searching are essential.
The Day Reset Factor
In Animal Crossing, a new day officially begins at 5 AM. If you’ve been playing since before 5 AM on Sunday, the game may not yet recognize the “new” day and generate her. Ensure you’ve experienced a day reset after the Saturday session before looking for Daisy Mae. Sometimes, simply starting your game anew after 5AM can refresh the game and properly trigger her appearance.
The “Stuck” Daisy Mae Issue
Occasionally, some players report that Daisy Mae seems to “stick” around past noon, or she can disappear abruptly if entering a building. This is more of a game quirk. If she lingers past her scheduled departure, you will need to either enter a building or restart the game. This will ensure she properly despawns and will appear correctly on the next Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Daisy Mae
1. How often does Daisy Mae visit my island?
Daisy Mae visits every Sunday morning between 5 AM and 12 PM, without fail, assuming you have met the requirements previously mentioned.
2. What does Daisy Mae sell?
Daisy Mae is the resident turnip vendor. She sells turnips that you can buy at a price between 90 and 110 Bells each, which you can then sell later in the week for a profit.
3. Is there a specific spot where I can always find Daisy Mae?
No, Daisy Mae does not have a fixed location on your island. She wanders around, so you’ll need to search to find her.
4. Can I buy turnips from Daisy Mae if I haven’t built Nook’s Cranny?
No, Nook’s Cranny must be built before Daisy Mae will appear on your island. She only starts visiting once that key milestone has been achieved.
5. What happens if I miss Daisy Mae on Sunday?
If you miss her on Sunday, you’ll have to wait until the following Sunday to purchase turnips. You can’t buy them from her on any other day.
6. How long does Daisy Mae stay on my island?
Daisy Mae is only present on your island from 5 AM to 12 PM every Sunday. After midday, she’ll be gone.
7. What is considered a good price to buy turnips from Daisy Mae?
Daisy Mae sells turnips at a price range from 90 to 110 bells per turnip, it’s best to buy them if they are closer to 90 Bells.
8. How do I get Daisy Mae’s photo in ACNH?
You can obtain Daisy Mae’s photo by having Lottie complete a vacation home for her or Joan in Happy Home Paradise.
9. Can I invite Daisy Mae to my island to live there permanently?
No, Daisy Mae is a special NPC (non-player character) who only visits for the day. She cannot live on your island like other villagers.
10. Can I sell turnips back to Daisy Mae?
No, Daisy Mae only sells turnips. You must sell them at Nook’s Cranny, and their prices will fluctuate throughout the week.
11. Why do turnips have fluctuating prices at Nook’s Cranny?
The turnip market in ACNH is very dynamic. Turnip prices at Nook’s Cranny are designed to fluctuate twice a day (morning and afternoon) at random and do not follow a set pattern.
12. What is the highest turnip price I can expect at Nook’s Cranny?
Turnip prices can range anywhere from 9 to 660 Bells per turnip. However, prices above 200 are considered “good” for a sale.
13. Is it true that Daisy Mae sends bamboo shoots?
Yes, after purchasing turnips from her at least 3 times for a total of 100, Daisy Mae will start sending you 3 bamboo shoots in the mail the next day after each purchase.
14. If I am on my island during her timeframe but do not enter a building or restart my game, will she leave?
Yes, Daisy Mae is meant to leave at noon but can “stick” around if you do not enter a building or restart your game. She only officially disappears after you enter a building or restart.
15. What day of the week is considered the best to sell turnips?
Although turnip prices fluctuate randomly, many players have observed that Wednesday evenings before 8 PM tend to have better sell rates. However, this isn’t a guarantee.
Conclusion
Daisy Mae’s absence is usually due to a few key reasons: not meeting the prerequisites, missing the required timing, or not searching thoroughly. Understanding these factors will help you ensure you find her every Sunday morning, ready to sell turnips. Remember to unlock Nook’s Cranny, search meticulously from 5 AM to 12 PM on Sundays, and restart your game if you encounter the “stuck” Daisy Mae glitch. Happy turnip trading!