This guide delves into befriending Willy, the amiable fisherman in Stardew Valley. He's a key early contact, providing your initial fishing rod and ongoing supplies. Building a friendship with him offers significant advantages.
Updated January 4, 2025, by Demaris Oxman: Willy, while quirky, is easily befriended due to his extensive list of favored gifts, expanded with the 1.6 update. Many new books, mostly fishing-related, are now appreciated.
Gift Guide
Gifts are best presented at his shop (weekdays), or where he fishes (Saturdays/evenings). His birthday (Summer 24) multiplies gift effectiveness eightfold.
These top-tier gifts significantly boost friendship. Some require effort (rare fish), but pumpkins and mead are readily accessible. He also appreciates valuable crafting materials and fishing-themed books.
Catfish, 
Octopus, 
Sea Cucumber, 
Sturgeon
Jewels of the Sea, 
The Art O' Crabbing
Mead (Honey in a Keg)
Gold Bar (Gold Ore in Furnace)
Iridium Bar (Iridium Ore in Furnace)
Diamond (Mines)
Pumpkin (Fall Crop)These are viable alternatives if loved gifts are scarce. Willy enjoys most seafood dishes; cook your catch!
Lingcod, 
Tiger Trout
Quartz
Bait and BobberAvoid these:
Quests (+150 Friendship)
Willy sometimes posts requests on the Help Wanted board. Completing them rewards gold and friendship. He also sends two fishing challenges via letter:
Friendship Perks
Willy shares four fishing-buff recipes:
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