# **Updated for 1.6.15!** Hello! A huge thanks for all of the work done by the mod creators who make my collections possible. Collections are not "modpacks" and all downloads count as unique downloads benefitting the mod creators. My collections and mods are only updated and available through Nexus. \*\*Please support creators and endorse their individual mods if you enjoy them! \*\* And a special thanks to you for downloading and endorsing this collection. 💕 *** ## Optimized for Stardew Valley 1.6! 🎉 *** > ⬇️ Always click Install Optional Mods. > > 🗑️ Always select "Remove All" and confirm changes to files when prompted. > > ⬆️ Update the Collection, never individual mods, to prevent desync.

💿 Installation Guide

## Prerequisites Make sure your Stardew Valley game is updated to the latest version. For legacy version 1.5.6, visit the [SVVE Legacy branch](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/9sf9yn). 1. **Install Stardew Valley** (available on Steam, GOG, and Game Pass). 2. **Update your game** to the [latest version](https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Version_History). 3. **Verify your content files**:- [Steam](https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=2037-QEUH-3335)- [GOG](https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/360003930017)- [Game Pass](https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/games-apps/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-games-windows-10) 4. **Run the game once** to ensure everything is set up correctly. ## Setup Vortex for PC Users Vortex is highly recommended for a smooth modding experience. **Important:** Enable Symbolic Links in Vortex settings if Stardew Valley is not installed on drive C:. 1. **Download and install Vortex Mod Manager** from [Nexus Mods](https://www.nexusmods.com/about/vortex/). 2. **Manage Stardew Valley** on the Vortex "Games" tab. ## Game Installation Instructions for PC via Vortex ### Clear Existing Mods 1. **Purge Mods**:- Go to the Mods tab in Vortex.- Click "Purge Mods" on the top bar to temporarily clear existing mods. 2. **Remove All Mods**:- Click "Open" on the top bar.- Remove all remaining mods from the Game Mods Folder. ### Install the Mod Collection 1. **Add to Vortex**:- Go to the collection page on Nexus.- Click "Add to Vortex". 2. **New Profile**:- Add mods to a New Profile in Vortex.- **Note**: Nexus Premium users will have automatic downloads; Nexus Free users will follow manual installation steps. 3. **Install Optional Mods**:- Opt to install all Optional mods for full functionality. ### Pre-Launch Setup 1. **Configure SMAPI**:- Follow the [SMAPI installation guide](https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Modding:Installing_SMAPI_on_Windows#Configure_your_game_client). 2. **Check SMAPI Configuration**:- Ensure SMAPI shows a colorful Pufferfish Chicken icon on the Vortex Dashboard. 3. **Deploy Mods**:- Click "Deploy" on the top bar of the Mods tab in Vortex. 4. **Launch the Game**:- Click the Play button in the top left of Vortex to launch the game via SMAPI. *** ### Installation Instructions for Steam Deck 1. Install Stardew Valley via Steam in Desktop Mode and verify game file integrity. 2. Transfer modded game files from your PC to Steam Deck using a USB drive. 3. Install SMAPI compatible with your game's version and [set up according to the guide (click here)](https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Modding:Installing_SMAPI_on_Steam_Deck). 4. Add SMAPI as a Non-Steam Game in Steam and configure it for the correct compatibility mode. 5. Launch Stardew Valley using SMAPI from Steam and ensure mods are loading correctly. ### Installation Instructions for Mac Users 1. Download mods manually from the Mods tab of the Collection page. 2. Merge the downloaded configuration files with your mods folder in the Stardew Valley directory. Use Option key + drag to merge. 3. Verify mod placements and launch the game to check the installation. ### Mod Configuration - Vortex automatically deploys the recommended configuration for this collection. - If not using Vortex, manually merge the configuration file with your mods folder. - Adjust mod settings in-game via the gear icon menu or within the options menu. - When playing co-op, it is best for configuration to match!

☀️ Updates Via Vortex

Regularly check for updates in the Collections tab of Vortex: 1. Select collections showing an "Update" notification. 2. Follow the prompts to update the mods, opting to create a New Profile. 3. **Select Remove All when prompted.** This is critical! If you miss this step, you will need to remove the collection from the Collections page, and return to step 8 of the installation instructions above.

💿 Collection Combining Guide

- When resolving conflicts in Rules Manager, all mods should launch **after** configurations and content patches. - In the case of two Aesthetic Valley configuration conflicts, the one that matches your recolor should go **after**.

Compatibility with Stardew Valley VERY Expanded (SVVE)

***Disable Incompatible Files*** - Seasonal Vanilla UI - Grandpa's Tools - Immersive Farm 2 Remastered - Lumisteria Short Flowery Grass - Also, disable Slime Hutch Restored if not using Tanga's Forest Buildings. ***Configuration*** - In Generic Mod Config Menu (GMCM), enable Starblue recolor for Lumisteria Tilesheets - Indoor - If using Immersive Farm 2 Remastered, disable the Greenhouse option for Immersive Farm 2 Remastered in Generic Mod Config Menu (GMCM)

Compatibility with Aesthetic Valley | Witchcore

- Vortex should provide a list of incompatible mods. You can make your own choices but here are some suggestions: - (Dark and Earthy) DaisyNiko's Earthy Interface pairs best with Earthy Interface (both from Witchcore). If this pair is selected, Witchcore's configuration should launch after Fairycore in Rules Management. - (Light and Bright) Starblue Valley Unofficial pairs best Overgrown Flowery Interface (both from Fairycore). If this pair is selected, Fairycore's configuration should launch after Witchcore in Rules Management. - If you elect to use use Gwen's Medieval Buildings rather than Tanga's Forest Buildings, you must also disable the Slime Hutch Restored mod.

*** ## Collection Highlights ### Alternative Textures - A huge array of forest fairy-themed textures you can use to customize the world! - Fairy Lights and Scarecrows that were developed specifically for this collection! Purchase a Paint Bucket from Robin. You can use this tool to adjust the textures of wallpaper, flooring, fences, furniture, craftables, buildings... just about anything! Be sure to try it on Crab Pots and Scarecrows! ### Fashion Sense - Fae ears, wings, and accessories! Plus lots of hair and clothing options to mix and match! You can select to start with a Hand Mirror (will be in the mail) or you can buy one from Pierre. Hand Mirror will allow you to instantly adjust your appearance! ### Custom Farm Map **Fnh's MiNi Farm Map** is cozy, challenging little map perfect for a solo challenge. It's been paired with generous Greenhouse, and even the farm cave has some extra secrets! Select the first map when creating a new character to play on this map. *** ## Other Collections [![Stardew Valley VERY Expanded](https://i.imgur.com/Z8lQAmF.png)](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/tckf0m/ "Compatible with Stardew Valley VERY Exapnded")\ Aesthetic Valley | Fairycore was designed to be used with [Stardew Valley VERY Expanded](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/tckf0m/). [![Witchcore](https://i.imgur.com/vZ4rqny.png)](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/g14kxi/ "Compatible with Aesthetic Valley | Witchcore")\ Check out another themed collection, [Aesthetic Valley | Witchcore](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/g14kxi/)! *** ## Troubleshooting First, if you experience any issues with Vortex or the Collection, please try restarting Vortex or your computer! Sometimes this will fix everything and save you a lot of time! ## Possible Conflict Warning - If you receive a Vortex error about a incompaible mods, please turn off one of the pairs. This just means the collection creator flagged them to not be used together because they would not work when together. - If Vortex presents a conflict between any mod and a configuration or content override for this collection, please set the rule so that set the rule so that the configuration or content override should always launch after the other file. If you have conflicts between multiple configurations (due to stacking collections), the one that goes last will take precident. These rules are all preconfigured, but Vortex does not always properly deploy them to existing profiles.

🌀 Vortex Support

- The official Stardew Valley Discord does not recommend or provide Vortex support. Please respect that! - Find [Vortex Support on Discord here](http://discord.gg/nexusmods). Office hours are 9-5 GMT Mon-Thurs. - Find the [Vortex Support Wiki here](http://wiki.nexusmods.com/index.php/Category:Vortex). - Find the [Stardew Setup Guide here](https://wiki.nexusmods.com/index.php/Modding_Stardew_Valley_with_Vortex).

💗 Collection Support

### Common Issues 💢Seeing lots of red in SMAPI? Maybe a mod did not install correctly. This issue can often be solved by filtering "Enabled" mods inside Vortex, selecting them all with CTRL-A in the Mods view, and then clicking Reinstall in the bottom menu (do not right-click!) ✂️ If you're getting an error that mods are installed more than once, the easiest solution is to just remove the collection poster from the collections tab without removing any mods, then reinstall the collection to a new profile. This usually happens when mods are not removed during an update. 📅 If you previously installed mods without Vortex, those mods may try to load and create conflicts. It is highly recommend you remove them from your mod folder while using this collection. On the Mods tab click "Purge Mods" then go to Open > Open Game Mods Folder (not Staging). Remove all folders, then Deploy Mods in Vortex. ✋ If you receive an error in Vortex that Vortex needs to access a file but it is write protected, restart your Vortex app or your computer. If the file is SMAPI, temporarily disable it as your tool in Dashboard first. ### 🗣️ Live Assistance Still experiencing an issue with this Stardew Valley Collection? Consider joining [my streamer Discord server](http://discord.gg/de2NrHXuty) and hopping in the Stardew Valley help channel where our little community might be able to assist! Please be prepared to share a link to your [SMAPI log using this website](https://smapi.io/log).

💬 View Frequently Asked Questions

**Q:** Can I use this expansion if its my first time playing Stardew Valley? > A: Yes, you can use the expansion, even if it's your first time playing Stardew Valley. However, be aware that the expansion adds a lot of content and features to the game, so it may be overwhelming for first-time players. Experiencing vanilla Stardew Valley is recommended but absolutely not required. **Q:** Do all players need the collection for co-op? > **A:** Yes, all players in the co-op game need to have the collection installed in order for it to work correctly. To ensure that everyone has the latest version of the collection and that all mods are installed properly, you can use Vortex and also double-check the number of mods running in SMAPI is the same for all players. **Q:** There was an change to the collection (or a mod in the collection) and now there are trees/bushes in the way, how do I fix that? > **A:** Check out [Reset Terrain Features](https://www.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/mods/4715)! You will need to temporarily disable the L hotkey from To-Dew in Mod Configuration Menu, since it uses the same hotkey, but this handy tool will let you fix any number of foliage-related disasters. Especially useful if you decide to start using this collection on a farm that was started on the default map.😉Tip: only enable this mod when you need it, it won't be very often (if ever,) but be sure to endorse it if it saves your bacon! **Q:** Why was this collection created? > **A:** This collection was created for a co-op stream that last over a year on Twitch, once upon a time. Catch [JennaJuffuffles, ](https://www.twitch.tv/JennaJuffuffles) live on Twitch every Sunday at Noon ET.

*** I have used my own artwork to decorate this collection, in addition to the official game artwork for the cover. Please do not reuse. Thank you.

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