Finding Virginia
Virginia, a human mutant with three arms and legs, is a potential AI companion in Sons of the Forest. Unlike Kelvin, you don’t actively “find” Virginia; she will find you. She typically appears early in your playthrough, often approaching when you settle down to rest, such as on the first night. She is recognizable by her six limbs (three arms and three legs) and her white leotard. Virginia is the daughter of the missing billionaire Edward Puffton, and she was a ballet dancer before her mutation.
Virginia is skittish and will approach slowly. She tends to prefer warm areas, so settling near a campfire can encourage her visits. When she first appears, she will test the waters to determine if you are a friend or a foe. Her initial appearances will be brief, and she will likely run away after observing you.
Befriending Virginia
Befriending Virginia requires patience and specific actions. Her behavior is similar to that of a feral animal, and she easily gets frightened by sudden movements or perceived threats. The key to gaining her trust is to avoid scaring her away.
When Virginia approaches:
- Put away your weapons: Press the “G” key to holster any weapons you are holding. Having a weapon out will make her run away.
- Do not approach her: Resist the urge to move towards her. Let her come to you at her own pace.
- Do not attack or kill her: Virginia cannot be revived, so her death is permanent. Attacking her will end any chance of her becoming a companion.
- Ignore her: The most effective strategy is to simply continue with your game or activities, allowing her to observe you. She will come and go as she gets accustomed to your presence.
Virginia will visit you regularly over several days. Eventually, she will feel safe enough to sit down by your campfire, similar to Kelvin, or follow you around. You will know she is ready to become a companion when she starts offering you gifts, such as seeds (for example, Aloe Seeds), berries, flowers, or small materials. Once she offers a gift, you can interact with her.
Benefits of Virginia as a Companion
Once Virginia is befriended, she becomes a valuable and powerful companion, though she operates on her own volition rather than taking direct commands like Kelvin.
Key benefits of having Virginia as a companion include:
- Combat assistance: Virginia is a deadly companion who can wield firearms. You can give her a pistol and a shotgun, allowing her to protect your base and assist in defending against cannibals and mutants. She will become an invaluable defensive and offensive asset in battles.
- Gift-giving: She will regularly bring you various materials, such as seeds, berries, flowers, and animals.
- Guidance: Virginia can guide you to important locations, including caves and encampments, which are useful for looting.
- GPS tracking: To easily keep track of her, you can give Virginia a GPS tracker. This will display her location on your map at all times.
Virginia will follow you around the island but may also roam off on her own. Her presence can make tasks like finding the shovel or exploring bunkers easier, as she can lead you to these areas.
FAQ
How do I make Virginia appear? Virginia will find you. She typically appears early in your playthrough, often when you settle down to rest, such as on the first night.
What should I do when Virginia approaches me for the first time? When Virginia approaches, immediately put away any weapons, do not move towards her, and do not attack her. The best approach is to simply ignore her and let her observe you.
How do I know when Virginia is befriended? Virginia is befriended when she starts offering you gifts, such as seeds or other materials. She will also begin to sit by your campfire or follow you around.
Can Virginia use weapons? Yes, Virginia can wield firearms. You can give her a pistol and a shotgun, and she will use them to defend your base and assist in combat.
Can I give Virginia commands like Kelvin? No, Virginia does not take commands like Kelvin. She acts on her own volition, though she will follow you and assist in combat once befriended.
What happens if Virginia dies? Virginia’s death is permanent; she cannot be revived.
How can I track Virginia’s location? You can give Virginia a GPS tracker, which will allow you to see her location on your map.