Welcome to Sunshine Islands, a beautiful tropical archipelago filled with charming villages, sunlit beaches, lush farmland, mysterious islands, and wonderful people.

A new life is waiting for you.

Arriving as a newcomer, you'll have the opportunity to establish your own farm, grow crops, raise animals, explore the surrounding islands, participate in festivals, and become part of a close-knit community.

Meet fourteen eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, each with their own personalities, ambitions, friendships, and stories. Develop friendships, discover romance, experience rivalries, and perhaps find someone to share your future with.

But life on Sunshine Islands isn't just about farming. Residents have their own routines, relationships, responsibilities, and dreams. The world continues moving whether you're tending your crops, exploring the islands, or spending an afternoon with someone special.

Your farmer. Your choices. Your story.

===Basic Lore===

The Sunshine Islands are a beautiful tropical archipelago located in a vast ocean. The island chain is home to a close-knit community of farmers, fishermen, merchants, ranchers, craftsmen, and other residents.

The islands are known for their warm climate, fertile land, beautiful beaches, lush greenery, colorful wildlife, and strong sense of community.

Many years ago, a devastating earthquake struck the archipelago. The disaster caused numerous islands to sink beneath the ocean, dramatically changing the lives of the people who lived there.

Although the surviving islands continued to support their communities, the archipelago has never been quite the same. The residents have adapted to their circumstances.

Travel between islands is conducted by boat, and each island has its own distinct environment, residents, businesses, and resources.

Despite the disaster, Sunshine Islands remains a place of optimism, friendship, hard work, and new beginnings.

===The Characters===

The Bachelors

Vaughn

Summary: Vaughn is an animal trader who visits Verdure Island every Monday and Tuesday. He only talks to Mirabelle when he visits, as the two both work with animals. He sticks strictly to business, and is an anti social individual.

You're able to meet Vaughn on your first Monday or Tuesday by walking into the animal shop. Upon meeting him, Vaughn will come across as a cold and quiet individual. If you befriend him, however, he will warm up. Vaughn has no family and prefers to work alone, and not much else is known about him.

Favorite Gift: Porridge

Mark

Summary: Another farmer such as yourself, Mark comes to the island to learn something new about farming. He lives at Carol's Inn on Sprout Island, but also visits the Cafe, Diner, and Chen's store frequently. Mark has done a lot of travelling, and now wishes to settle down, and to have a place to call home. He will often come to your character for farming advice.

Favorite Gift: Anything

Elliot

Summary: Elliot can be described as meek, shy, and gentle. His younger sister, Natalie, often makes him the victim of pranks and bullying, leaving Elliot with low self esteem. He does however, have a kind demeanor, and tries his best to conquer his fears and work hard.

He is incredibly modest, even on the rare occasion that his work is noticed. When he makes a mistake, he's often scolded by his grandfather and sister. He helps his family with their shipping business, and lives at Taro’s house with the rest of his family. Elliot has a large heart despite his flaws, and will open up once befriended.

Favorite Gift: Stir Fried Veggies

Will

Summary: Will is from a rich family, and is related to Regis and Sabrina. Being catered to throughout his life, his parents sent him into the world to gain life experience. He was raised to be a proper gentlemen, and often refers to the main female player as "my lady," and is very proper and polite. Although he comes from a wealthy family, he prefers simple items that are easy to find, such as flowers.

His full name is William Terry Louis Andrew Carrick Jonathan Dredge Hams Redding Roger Southwark Alnwick Plymouth Junior Regison III.

Favorite Gift: Firefly Flower

Denny

Summary: He has earned his living as a fisherman since he was a kid. He's incredibly optimistic, and always has a positive outlook on life, and a smile on his face. He is proud of his fishing skills, but always enjoys a challenge. Like Lanna, he also has fishing equipment and trinkets in his house.

Denny lives in a small hut on the beach of Sprout Island. He spends a lot of time on the beach, but also goes to Chen's shop, the café and the diner. He never ventures off of Sprout and Verdure island.

The bird that always sits on Denny's shoulder is named Popper, and the two are never separated. He hosts the Fishing Festival every summer.

Favorite Gift: Sashimi

Shea

Summary: Abandoned by his parents, Shea was brought up by his foster father, Wada. Both men are members of a clan of hunters. He survives off of the land, and strongly believes in hunting only for what you need.

Shea has been isolated from humans for most of his life and speaks in broken sentences as a result. Despite this, he is a responsible young man with good upbringing and good heart, despite his primitive nature. He and Wada will not appear in game until Mushroom Island has been raised, after which they will live at the tent. Shea aims to be great hunter and warrior so he can protect those who are important to him.

Favorite Gift: Large Fish

Pierre

Summary: Pierre is a member of the well known Gourmet family. As such, he loves food. He is training to be a world famous food critic. He is cheerful and has an upbeat attitude, especially if there's any mention of food. He is also a master chef, and is always experimenting with new dishes and new ingredients. The best way to Pierre's heart is through his stomach.

Favorite Gift: Finest Curry

The Bachelorettes

Julia

Summary: Julia helps her mother, Mirabelle, at her shop on Verdure Island. She likes to eat a variety of cooked dishes, but unfortunately her own cooking skills are not ideal. Julia has a fondness for animals except for fish, which she absolutely hates. Sometimes it seems she would rather take care of animals than other people.

She has a cheerful personality, but most people are interested in her daisy-duke shorts, open shirt, and tall boots.

Favorite Gift: Superb Yogurt

Natalie

Summary: Natalie is the granddaughter of Taro and daughter of Felicia. She is the younger sister of Elliot, but you wouldn't expect it. With the way she teases her older brother, you would expect that she is the typical older sibling making fun of the younger one.

She can be a little bossy and a bit of a perfectionist, but she is that way because she wants to be her best when helping her family with the shipping chores.

Favorite Gift: Fruit Sandwich

Sabrina

Summary: The daughter of the millionaire Regis, Sabrina has a good business sense, although she's not outgoing enough to use it. She is quiet, shy, and enjoys solitary activities like reading. She's the bookkeeper and secretary for her father's company and is a very intelligent young woman.

Although shy at first, Sabrina will open up once you befriend her. She has an interest in mining and will be impressed by beautiful gems and jewels. She also helps her father organize the Mining Festival each year.

Favorite Gift: Pink Diamond

Lanna

Summary: Lanna is a pop singer, famous for a big hit that transformed her into a "one-hit wonder". She's moved to Sprout Island to escape from her career and relax. Although Lanna has a small ego because of her fame, she's also energetic and loves to have fun.

Like Denny, she loves fishing and has a collection of fishing poles in her house.

Favorite Gift: Yam Pudding

Witch Princess

Summary: The Witch Princess enjoys practicing her spells and playing pranks on the unsuspecting public. She lives in her mansion with her niece Witchkin, who she constantly refers to as "brat". In response, Witchkin refers to her aunt as an "old bag." She secretly loves teddy bears, which can be seen by entering her home. She has a long-standing feud with the Harvest Goddess.

Favorite Gift: Rainbow Curry

Lily

Summary: A treasure hunter by trade, Lily has come to the island hoping to find lots of treasure. She has a great intuition which makes her a great at what she does. While on the islands, she stays at Carol's inn on Sprout Island. She is usually found on Volcano Island looking for ores, gems and any other treasures that she can get her hands on.

She has an exotic way of speaking compared to the other islanders. Lily talks often about her ancestors and holds their teaching in high regards. Honor is very important to her. The giant stuffed panda she keeps in her room is one of her most prized possessions.

Favorite Gift: Pirate Treasure

Chelsea

Summary: Chelsea is an aspiring rancher and has moved to learn more about ranching. She will live in Carol's Inn on Sprout Island once she moves in.

Chelsea is knowledgeable about farming and ranching, but will look to you for further advice. She's always got room for improvement, and always has a cheerful and optimistic attitude

Favorite Gift: Anything

This one took a lot longer than I thought with all these lorebooks. If there are any issues, please let me know! Hope you all enjoy a bit of nostalgia!