The “Enchanted by Nature” expansion pack introduces fairies as the seventh occult Sim type in The Sims 4, joining vampires, werewolves, mermaids, spellcasters, aliens, and ghosts. Fairies offer a unique gameplay experience, complete with special powers to influence other Sims` emotions and exclusive aesthetic choices like wings and luminous tattoos.
Among the diverse occult Sims, fairies stand out for their exceptional control over emotions, enabling them to manipulate other Sims in ways even vampires might envy. Their natural connection to the environment also allows them to sustain themselves more easily from the land than other Sim types. They are indeed a fascinating addition, so let`s explore how to transform your Sim into a fairy.
How to Become a Fairy
The simplest way to have a fairy Sim is to create one directly in Create-a-Sim (CAS). Here, you can select the fairy occult type and customize their appearance, including wings and other fairy features, right from the start. However, if you wish to transform an existing Sim into a fairy, a few steps are required.
To initiate the transformation, you can seek assistance from Mother Nature. This method is straightforward as it doesn`t require building a relationship with her. To summon Mother Nature, your Sim must plant a Fairy Seedling anywhere on the lot. She will then appear immediately at that location. If your Sim isn`t already familiar with fairies (you can simply meet one), you can easily acquire a Fairy Seedling by using a computer: navigate to “Order” then “Purchase Fairy Seedling.” Alternatively, you can request one from any existing fairy Sim.
Once Mother Nature is present, click on her and choose “Ask for Mother Nature`s Charm.” She will begin the process without any prerequisites. The final step to becoming a true fairy is to visit the Moondrop Springs, located in the northwest part of Innisgreen`s Everdew neighborhood. Interact with the Springs and select “Become a Fairy.” Congratulations, your Sim is now a fairy!
Fairy Abilities and Powers
Fairies possess a range of potent abilities primarily centered around two domains: emotions and plant life. They can manipulate other Sims` moods, inflict “Ailments,” and cause plants to grow rapidly and produce high-quality yields. The use of these powers consumes “Emotional Force.” Fairies can replenish this force by siphoning emotions from other Sims or by resting and regenerating within a tiny fairy home.
However, caution is advised: a fairy Sim will perish if their Emotional Force completely depletes, and they can also die from an overdose of emotions.
Fairies also have the unique ability to shrink to a diminutive size, aligning with traditional depictions, and can utilize tiny fairy homes. A fairy home is crucial for any fairy Sim`s residence, as it provides the only safe and side-effect-free method to recover Emotional Force.
How to Quickly Level Up Your Fairy`s Powers
To enhance your fairy Sim`s power, simply practice their abilities frequently. The initial tier of fairy powers includes the capacity to inflict and cure “Ailments,” magically tend to plants, and alter other Sims` moods.
It`s crucial to continuously monitor your Sim`s Emotional Force gauge during practice, as depletion of this force can lead to death, and no future ability will offer protection against it. Therefore, the safest and most effective way to train your fairy is on a lot that features a small fairy home for regeneration.
For nature-loving Sims, consider populating one of Innisgreen`s nature lots with numerous plants. Your fairy Sim can then magically nurture these plants repeatedly, returning to their fairy home for regeneration as needed. A large number of plants will significantly accelerate their progress.
If your Sim is more socially inclined, a suitable strategy involves visiting public venues like bars or other social hubs. Here, they can experiment with other Sims` emotions, or apply and then cure “Ailments.” While finding a fairy home for regeneration might be challenging in these social settings, the abundance of other Sims allows your fairy to recover Emotional Force by absorbing their emotions. Just be mindful not to overdo this when their Emotional Force is already high to avoid an overdose.
A general guideline for progressing is that the experience gained from using an ability directly correlates with the Emotional Force consumed. For instance, powerful abilities like “Growth Explosion,” which instantly matures all nearby plants, will rapidly deplete your Sim`s energy but also grant substantial experience.
By following these guidelines, you will cultivate a formidable fairy Sim in no time.