Unveiling the Pet Crow and Perch Variations
When you decide to welcome a pet crow, you’ll find them available from Waylon Warez, the shady merchant, and potentially as rewards or scattered around the game world. While the crows themselves maintain a consistent black hue, you can personalize their perches with different swatches. There are two main crow versions, each offering a set of perch styles to match your Sim’s home decor.
Grim Standard Ascendant Crow
For §825, the Grim Standard Ascendant Crow presents a classic look with a wooden perch. You can choose from five distinct wood tones, allowing for seamless integration into various home styles. When your crow takes flight or returns to its perch, the animation is simple and natural.
Grim Deluxe Ascendant Crow
Stepping up to §1,000, the Grim Deluxe Ascendant Crow offers a touch of extravagance. It features a tarnished brass perch swatch, adding a unique metallic element. Beyond the perch, this deluxe version includes a captivating green magical flash effect whenever the crow takes off or lands, adding a mystical flair to your pet ownership experience.
Both crow versions function as objects attached to their perches. Like Spellcasters on brooms, they cleverly disappear during flight, only to reappear upon reaching their destination or returning to their stand. Each purchase gives you a single black crow accompanied by your chosen perch.
Can Your Pet Crow Meet an Untimely End?
Fear not for your feathered friend! Crows in The Sims 4 are immune to death. This aligns with in-game lore, ensuring your pet crow remains a constant companion throughout your Sims’ adventures. You can enjoy their presence without the worry of mortality.
Engaging Gameplay with Your Pet Crow
Pet crows offer a range of interactions to enrich your Sims’ gameplay:
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Feed: Keep your crow content and well-nourished by using the “Feed” interaction. This action ensures your pet’s needs are met and contributes to their overall happiness.
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Socialize: Crows are social creatures, and in The Sims 4, they live up to their reputation. Engage in friendly socialization, although be aware they have one “Mean” interaction option. Interestingly, crows possess a unique “Gossipy” trait. They’ll share amusing observations about pre-made Sims and locations, gathered from their “Crow Collective,” almost like tiny, feathered scouts. Furthermore, you can nurture your crow’s mimicking abilities by using “Teach Mimicry” and have them learn to say Simlish words like “Sul Sul.”
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Clean: Maintaining hygiene is part of pet ownership. The “Clean” interaction allows your Sims to clean up after their crow, removing bird droppings from the perch and contributing to the pet’s well-being and happiness.
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Gifting: Similar to other small pets like rabbits, birds, and foxes, you can build a bond with your crow through gifting. As your relationship deepens, your crow may reciprocate by bringing you gifts. These could range from common collectibles to more mysterious, otherworldly items.
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Death (Consequences): While crows can’t die, neglect or provoking them has consequences. Remember the collective noun for crows is “a murder” – perhaps not coincidentally. They are intelligent creatures, comparable to a seven-year-old child, capable of using tools, possessing long memories, and passing down knowledge through generations. Treat them poorly at your peril; they will remember!
Spotting Pet Crows in the Sims 4 World
Want to see pet crows in action before getting one yourself? You can find them in various locations throughout the game world:
- Grim’s Office (Headless Quarters): Keep an eye out for a crow perched near Grim Reaper’s desk in his office.
- Old Specter Cemetery Bench: You might find a crow observing the surroundings near the bench in the Old Specter Cemetery.
- Ravenwood Family Day Festival: During the festival in Ravenwood, look for a Crow Handler dressed in a crow costume. You can “Ask About Crows” to learn more from this enthusiast.
- Premade Houses: Some pre-built residential lots might already include a pet crow, allowing you to observe them in a home setting.
By exploring these locations, you can experience pet crows in their in-game environments and decide if one of these intelligent and enigmatic pets is the right addition to your Sims 4 household.
