Donovan/Dialogue

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This page lists the dialogue lines for **Donovan**.

## Introduction

When speaking to Donovan for the first time in a new game:

## General Dialogue

If there is a seasonal token at the end of the dialogue, it means the player can only see that dialogue during that season.

### Strangers

**Donovan**:"... What? Something in my teeth?"
**Donovan**:"Keep your eyes up, [Player]. It's hard to keep track of everyone in a crowd."
**Donovan**:"You say there's a feline Amari in Sun Haven? I wonder if we would get along..."
**Donovan**:"All this doing nothing is making me hungry!"
**Donovan**:"Whoa, hey! I wasn't expecting you just now."
**Donovan**:"Hmm... you smell like fresh flowers. Oh, let me guess. Spring in Sun Haven?  "
**Donovan**:"Huh? Nah, I don't mind how dark and gloomy it is in Withergate.  "
**Donovan**:"Withergate is great, but I wish seasons... existed more. I miss sunny summer days, you know?  "
**Donovan**:"Sorry, is my nose a little dry? That happens when it heats up.  "
**Donovan**:"Man, I should come visit your Human town. I bet it's great this time of the year.  "
**Donovan**:"You would think the summertime heat would keep people from going out, but the carnival is as packed as ever!  "
**Donovan**:"Lookin' hot, [**Player**]! Literally! It's an unusually hot day out for Withergate.  "
**Donovan**:"I heard you guys over in Sun Haven have some kind of fall festival stuff. I'm jealous!  "
**Donovan**:"Hey [Player]! If you see Flemmett, tell him you didn't see me, okay?  "
**Donovan**:"I could go for a meat pie right now. Yeah, meat pie with extra gravy! No - extra *extra* gravy!  "
**Donovan**:"Oh hey, [Player]. I *knew* I smelled dirt and metal. It had to be you, of course.  "
**Donovan**:"Withergate never changes, which I like... but on the other hand, Withergate never changes, which I *don't* like...  "
**Donovan**:"I always get hungry in the winter. Even in a place like Withergate. Well, I mean I get *extra* hungry.  "
**Donovan**:"I've got my winter coat. Get it? Winter coat? Because I'm a wolf Amari? Eh, nevermind...  "
**Donovan**:"What are all those sounds and smells coming from Sun Haven? It must be something exciting!  "
**Donovan**:"'He he he'! Is that it? Is that the way the winter laugh is supposed to go? Or is it more like 'Ho ho ho'?  "
**Donovan**:"We don't get snow in Withergate, which is fine by me. I'd be happy to never see snow again, honestly.  "
**Donovan**:"We don't get snow in Withergate, which is fine by me. I'd be happy to never see snow again, honestly.  "
### Friends

**Donovan**:"Keep an eye out for a shapeshifter, that guy owes me some money."
**Donovan**:"I wonder how many more people can fit inside this city? Hopefully, a lot!"
**Donovan**:"Did you say there's a beach near you? Man, I miss the beach..."
**Donovan**:"I have friends all over the world, and maybe some enemies too."
**Donovan**:"More people should experience a wanderer's lifestyle."
### Dating

**Donovan**:"If you ever get tired of that Human town, there's always room in the sewer!"
**Donovan**:"Do your friends ask about me? Ooh, tell them I'm a ghost - that would really freak them out!"
**Donovan**:"One of my favorite things to do here is just wander the streets. "
**Donovan**:"Most people would have given up on this city right away, but not you. That's how I knew you were an adventurer. "
**Donovan**:"Am I extra pale? Maybe I've been in darkness too long. "
### Married

**Donovan**:"Hey [**Player**]! You're looking real good today - don't change! "
**Donovan**:"Just because we're married doesn't mean I'll start wearing a collar or anything. "
**Donovan**:"I hope you forgive me when I forget our anniversary... "
**Donovan**:"I don't see why we can't just head into the forest and make a home somewhere. "
**Donovan**:"This ring is easily the most expensive thing I own. "
**Donovan**:"An Elf I met once told me that spring was the season of love. Now that I'm with you, I'm thinking maybe it's true.  "
**Donovan**:"Y'know, the haunted forests are pretty nice this time of year. Maybe we could get lost in them together sometime?  "
**Donovan**:"Now that we're together, maybe visiting Sun Haven won't be so weird? Ah well, only one way to find out!  "
**Donovan**:"Wanna hit the beach sometime, [**Player**]? You know, maybe like a date?  "
**Donovan**:"Did it get hotter in here or is it just you?  "
**Donovan**:"Yo! Let's have a cook-out! Just you and me. It'll be romantic.. and tasty!  "
**Donovan**:"Withergate might never change, but I'm glad my life isn't the same way. I need change in order to feel good, if you get what I'm saying.  "
**Donovan**:"Huh? Is my tail wagging? Oh, sorry. It's because I saw you, [Player].  "
**Donovan**:"I'm thinking about laying around and doing nothing all day. Oh - you should join me!  "
**Donovan**:"I couldn't resist howling at the moon the other night. Maybe it seems strange, but sometimes I just gotta give into that primal side of myself. I feel good admitting that to you, heh.  "
**Donovan**:"I like it when you pet me behind the ears. Don't tell anyone. Seriously. Don't.  "
**Donovan**:"If you ever get the urge to run off into the wilderness together, [Player]... I'm game!  "
**Donovan**:"If you think I look cute in this coat, wait until you see me without it on.  "
**Donovan**:"Okay, I admit it. I prowl your farm at night sometimes. I just have this urge to protect your stuff! I dunno why.  "
**Donovan**:"Xyla has been on my case about *being with* a Sun Havener. Why does she think I care what she thinks?  "
**Donovan**:"What's my winter wish? To keep spending time with you!  "
**Donovan**:"Maybe I'll hibernate back at my place... you wanna join in?  "
## Conversations

### Strangers

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#### Cycle 6

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## Gifting Lines

### General

* Loved: "No way - this [item] is exactly what I was looking for! You're the best, [**Player**]!"
* Liked: "[item]! This is really nice of you, [**Player**]."
* Good: "A [item]. Huh. Thanks."
* Disliked: "Thanks, but this [item] stinks."

### Birthday Responses

**Donovan**:"Jeez... this is a crummy gift at the best of times, but on my birthday? Weak."
**Donovan**:"Eh, it's not the worst birthday gift I've ever gotten. I guess.."
**Donovan**:"Hey, what a thoughtful gift for my birthday! My big day just got a little bit brighter. Thanks, [**Player**]."
**Donovan**:"Wait, did you get this for me? For my birthday? Aw man, [**Player**]. You're the greatest!"
### Memory Loss Potion

The Memory Loss Potion is an item that, when gifted to a Romanceable NPC, will cause the world to forget all about the relationship they have with the player. When used on a Romanceable NPC while married, the Memory Loss Potion will only reduce their hearts to ten (the platonic relationship cap), while getting a divorce at Town Hall will reduce it to 8.

### Unique

Donovan has several unique lines for gifts.

When gifted Animal Food:

**Donovan**:"Very funny. This is a joke, right? I don't like animal food."
When gifted a Fire Crystal:

**Donovan**:"...Yeah, I'll pass. I don't do so great with fire."
When gifted a Wooden Torch:

**Donovan**:"...Sorry, I was thinking about something for a second there. Uh, I don't want this torch."
When gifted a Pet Leash:

**Donovan**:"What? No way, I'm not being leashed!"
When gifted Egg Hash:

**Donovan**:"Nice, breakfast food is good ANYTIME! Thanks!"
When gifted a BLT:

**Donovan**:"Is that bacon?! I don't care what else is on it! Thanks!"
When gifted a Cheeseburger:

**Donovan**:"Who can tell me Humans are bad when they invent amazing food like burgers? Thanks!"
When gifted Pizza:

**Donovan**:"I never say 'no' to pizza, [**Player**]! I don't say 'no' to much food, but pizza especially."
When gifted Meat:

**Donovan**:"Whoa! Meat! No bread, no vegetables - just MEAT! Argh... is my tail wagging?"
When gifted a Bone Gift:

**Donovan**:"Yo, I was JUST thinking about how I'd love a bone! You're a mind reader, [**Player**]!"
When gifted an Apple:

**Donovan**:"An apple? Eh, no thanks. Give me something with some meat on it next time!"
When gifted a Leafie's Leaf:

**Donovan**:"Hey, did this leaf come from a monster? Brutal! I like it."
When gifted a Log:

**Donovan**:"Did you get this from the wood in Sun Haven? Neat! All we have in Withergate is deadwood."
When gifted Wheat Seeds:

**Donovan**:"Wow, you grew this yourself? Hand it here, I'll totally see how it tastes! Thanks!"
When gifted Wheat:

**Donovan**:"Thanks, but I'm no farmer. Next time, keep the seeds."
When gifted a Donovan Wedding Ring:

**Donovan**:"Hey, are you supposed to give wedding rings back? Cuz I don't think that's how it works..."
When gifted Donovan's Dog Tag:

**Donovan**:"Huh? Oh... maybe they're not your style. I get it..."
When gifted a Donovan Record:

**Donovan**:"What? Did I misread your taste in music? Oof, my bad..."
When gifted Vivi's Bone Dagger:

**Donovan**:"Hey, neat! This looks like a Wildborn made it. Those guys are nuts! Fun to run with, but I wouldn't want to live with 'em."
When gifted a Paper Bag Disguise:

**Donovan**:"Whoooaaa, sick mask! It looks just like the one I gave you. How'd you copy it so good? You've got some real talent, [**Player**]."
When gifted Kitty's Cat Toy:

**Donovan**:"Cool toy. Huh... it stinks like perfume and cat Amari. Where'd you get this?"
When gifted a Tentacle Monster Emblem:

**Donovan**:"What's this weird thing? I-... OOSH'A WIXLIASHA! O'AJ'LOZA, O'AJ'LOZA, O'AJ'LOZZZAAAAAA!!!! RAAAA!!...Whoa!! What the HECK?! Huh? No, no... This stone is WEIRD but... I think I'm gonna keep it..."
### Morning Gifts

When married to Donovan, there is a chance he will have a gift for the player. This is indicated by a quest marker above his head, and will be available until the player talks to him.

When gifting  Cheeseburger:

**Donovan**:"Man that guy at the tavern makes some amazing burgers. I had to get you one last night, but then I forgot to give it to you... heh, opps. Here it is."
When gifting  Pizza:

**Donovan**:"I ordered pizza! Don't worry, I got you one, too."
When gifting  Water Crystal (5):

**Donovan**:"Hey, did you know they make water in crystal form now? It's amazing, you gotta try it!"
When gifting  Old Boot:

**Donovan**:"Check out what I found! It's a nasty old boot! Do you know what you can do with these things? They're great!"