CookingCommon
Cook 3 meals for me!
“Could you cook 3 meals for my sick friend? It would really be kind of you...”
Home Cooked Group Portion Meals×3
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
All goals
ParalivesNPC Requests
favours from Melino
All 29 community requests from Melino townspeople. Complete up to 3 per day for $100 plus friendship.
4 cooking requests
Cooking
kitchen questsCook specific meals or deliver food to hungry townspeople.
CookingCommon
Test Creme Cafe
Eat 3 meals at Crème Café
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
CookingCommon
Grandma's Remedy
“Try my grandma's remedy the next time spoiled food makes you sick!”
Get sick from eating spoiled foodTest Grandma's remedy
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
CookingCommon
Grill Skills
“Show me your grill skills! Try cooking this BBQ hamburger recipe and bring one straight back to me!”
Cook some hamburgers on the barbecueBBQ Hamburgers
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
5 collectibles requests
Collectibles
hunt the rareFind, dig, or forage for items requested by Melino's collectors.
CollectiblesCommon
Collect 2 Mushrooms
“Would you collect 2 mushrooms for me? I need them for a recipe!”
4 Fly Agaric×2
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
CollectiblesCommon
Quartz Gems
“Could you get some quartz gems for me? I'm starting a collection!”
3 Quartz Gems×2
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
CollectiblesCommon
Anvils
“Could you help me find a few anvils? I'm starting a new hobby!”
3 Anvils×2
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
CollectiblesRare
Collect Rare Items
“I'm only missing three rare items for my collection… Could you help me complete it?”
One DiamondOne CrownOne Truffle
3 steps$100 + +1 Friend
CollectiblesCommon
Kick That Shiitake
“I had a very bad skin rash and the doctor said it was because of all the shiitake growing in town. If you happen to see some, please destroy them for me!”
Kick 2 shiitake mushrooms
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
5 skills requests
Skills
show your skillsSkill-based commissions: paint, jam, code, or train to a target level.
SkillsCommon
Design a Logo
“Are you passionate for graphic design? I need a new logo for my startup project!”
Get to level 3 in graphic designDesign a logo on the computer
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
SkillsCommon
Painting Commission
“Would you paint something for me? One of my walls could use some art!”
Get to level 3 in paintingPainted Canvas×3
2 steps
SkillsCommon
Design a Website
“My startup needs a new website. Could you code it for me?”
Get to level 3 in programmingDesign a website on the computer
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
SkillsCommon
Test The Gym
Exercise for 10 hours at the gym
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
SkillsCommon
The Plaza Piano
“Anyone can play the piano at the Castle Plaza, but so many beginners have been playing that my ears have started to hurt. Can you finally play something worth hearing?”
Get to level 4 in pianoPlay the piano at the Castle Plaza for 4 hours
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
4 social requests
Social
the people kindHelp neighbours with social favours, hangouts, and community moments.
SocialCommon
Community Center Initiative
“Please spread the word about the Community Center rebuilding initiative!”
Talk about the Community Center while in a group 3 times
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
SocialCommon
Interview People for Book Research
“I'm writing a book about Parafolks, homes, and feelings. Could you help me interview some people?”
Talk with 3 Paras and ask them what feels like home
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
SocialCommon
Hang Out with People Around Town
“Check out my three favorite sitting spots around town and hang out at them with other people!”
Hang out on a bench for an hour at the Community CenterHang out on a bench for an hour at the train stationHang out on a bench for an hour at a park
3 steps$100 + +1 Friend
SocialCommon
Check on the Elders
“Our elders are the keepers of the town's memories. Go listen to their stories, they're important!”
Talk with 3 elders and ask them to tell you their stories
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
3 exploration requests
Exploration
off the beaten pathVisit specific Melino spots, beaches, viewpoints, and hidden places.
ExplorationCommon
Points of View
“Have you seen the memorial or the binoculars around town? You should check them out!”
Look at the Community Center ruins memorialLook through binoculars
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
ExplorationCommon
One Man's Trash
“I lost something really valuable to me... Help me look for it in the trash on Monday!”
Item Found In Mondays TrashFind the lost item in the Townies' trash on garbage day (Monday)
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
ExplorationCommon
Clean the Beach
“I usually clean up the beach in the evening after the tide brings in trash, but I can't make it tomorrow. Could you take care of it for me?”
Clean up all of the trash on the beach
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
8 quirky requests
Quirky
wild cardThe oddball requests: trash sorting, fire drills, surprise tasks.
QuirkyCommon
Play for the Dead
“I'm looking for a gifted guitarist to play my late grandfather his favorite song. Could you do that for me?”
Play “From the Mountains” at the cemetery
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Farniente
“I think everyone deserves a little break once in a while. Go enjoy one, now!!!”
Daydream for 4 hours at the beach
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Public Duty
“I'm a bit of a germaphobe and public restrooms scare me. Could you make sure the ones in town are nice and clean?”
Repair a public restroomClean a public restroom
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Sandcastle Destroyer
“My inner child wants revenge but I don't want to get caught. Please destroy some sandcastles for me!”
Destroy 3 sandcastles
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyRare
Bright Investment
“Personally, I believe in a sustainable future. Are you ready for the opportunity to save some money, the planet, and possibly your soul?”
Place a solar panel on your lotPurchase a solar panel from the General Store
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Dance Like Nobody is Watching
“I challenge you to dance in public! If you're brave enough to do it, people might even join you.”
Dance for 4 hours at a park
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Fire Safety Drill
“Are you up for a fire drill? Start a fire, then extinguish it. It's up to you if you want to take the risk.”
Set an item in your lot on fireExtinguish a fire
2 steps$100 + +1 Friend
QuirkyCommon
Home is Where the Plants Are
“Would you describe yourself as a proud plant parent? If so, prove it by putting even more plants on your lot!”
Buy 6 new interior plants and place them on your lot
1 step$100 + +1 Friend
Frequently asked
Requests FAQ
quick answersHow many NPC requests are in Paralives?
There are 29 NPC requests in Paralives. They appear on the request board and are given by townspeople. You can complete up to 3 requests per day. Each request has unique objectives ranging from cooking meals to kicking mushrooms.
What do you get for completing requests in Paralives?
Most requests reward $100 and +1 Friend level with the requesting NPC. Some skill-based requests like the Painting Commission have different rewards. Completing requests is the fastest way to build friendships with townspeople.
How do NPC requests work in Paralives?
Requests appear on the community request board in Melino. Up to 3 new requests are available per day. Each request has specific objectives like delivering items, performing activities, or visiting locations. Once all objectives are complete, return to the NPC for your reward.
What are the hardest requests in Paralives?
Some of the more challenging requests include Collect Rare Items (find a Diamond, Crown, and Truffle), Bright Investment (buy and place solar panels), and Fire Safety Drill (intentionally start and extinguish a fire). Skill-based requests like The Plaza Piano require level 4 in piano.
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