Is Redd Always Slinging Genuine Masterpieces in Animal Crossing? Let’s Investigate!
Ah, Redd. That sly fox with a twinkle in his eye and a boatload of… questionable goods. If you’re playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons, you’ve met this charming con artist, also known as “Crazy Redd” or “Jolly Redd.” He sells art and furniture from his “Treasure Trawler.”
So, does Redd always offer authentic artworks for your museum? The answer is a big no! You often risk being fooled. Redd is known for having both genuine masterpieces and clever forgeries. He’s like that family member who might sell you a “real” Rolex with problems.
Redd’s Art Emporium: A Treasure Trove of… Maybe?
When Redd arrives on his suspiciously named “Treasure Trawler,” it feels like an art pop-up run by a shady fox. He’s got rare furniture in colors hard to find, but the real temptation is his art collection. He displays four pieces of art. Statistically, at least one piece might be as real as a dodo bird.
Now, not everything is bad. Redd can sell genuine art. Imagine the joy! But then again, he might show you four fakes. Each more creative than the last. It’s always a gamble—a pixelated art gamble.
You can only buy one piece of art during each visit, no matter how much you want. He’s making it tough to trust him or to fill your museum.
The Great Art Authentication Game: Real Deal or Red Herring?
How do you avoid getting a fake Mona Lisa? You need to be a detective, an art lover in training. Trusting Redd is like trusting a cat with a fish bowl.
Your task is to examine every artwork like an art history professor. Look for signs that tell the real from the fake. It’s a spot-the-difference puzzle with museum-worthy rewards.
General Detective Work for Art Authentication:
- Become a Comparison Expert: Use multiple guides. Redd’s stock is broad, and many artworks have fakes. Cross-reference guides or compare his art to online images. Use sites like Wikipedia for help.
- Embrace the Subtleties: Forgeries are rarely obvious. They thrive on slight differences. A missing flower or a different color palette can lead you to the truth. Be detail-oriented like a hawk-eyed critic.
Specific Fake Art Indicators: Your Cheat Sheet to Avoiding Art Fraud
Let’s dive deeper. Redd’s fakes have common signs. Here are some important indicators:
- Eyebrow Antics: In the “Scary Painting,” the real subject looks angry. The fake looks sad. Mood swing?
- Earring Enigma: In the “Wistful Painting,” the real lady wears pearl earrings. The fake has star-shaped earrings. Counterfeiters like bling.
- Smile or Smirk Statue Edition: The “Rock-head statue” looks stoic. The fake has a slight smirk. It’s an imposter!
- Suspicious Stains and Secret Keys: Some fakes are almost humorous. Coffee stains appear strangely in the corner of artworks or even keys taped to the back. Seriously, Redd?
Redd’s Island Hopping and Harv’s Island Hideaway
Tracking Redd feels like a treasure hunt. He’s not on a set schedule, but generally appears once every two weeks. Expect him on weekdays, usually between Monday and Friday. Even shady dealers need time off.
When he arrives, the “Treasure Trawler” will dock on a secret beach. He’ll be there for 24 hours, from 6 PM one day to 6 PM the next. You have time to browse and try not to get swindled.
Thanks to the 2.0 update, Redd now operates at Harv’s Island too. He has a permanent shop there among other merchants like Kicks and Leif. His Harv’s Island shop doesn’t replace his beach visits.
At Harv’s Island, Redd’s artwork selection refreshes weekly. Important: his stock changes after your purchase. If you see something good, get it fast, or it might be gone later.
Oops, I Bought a Fake! Now What? The Consequences of Artful Deception
So, you bought a fake! Redd’s charm or your overconfidence led to this purchase. Don’t panic! This is common for aspiring Animal Crossing collectors. What can you do with your fake painting or statue?
Disposal Dilemmas:
Forgeries are unwanted in the art world. You can’t display them proudly (unless you want ironic decor). Blathers will detect a fake quickly, so donations are out. Selling to Nook’s Cranny allows them to buy them, but they know it’s fake.
Your options for disposal are limited:
- Trash it Like Trash: Find a trash bin and toss the fake away. It’s not elegant but effective.
- The Villager Gift Gambit (with a Caveat): You can gift it to a villager only if you have donated the genuine artwork. Otherwise, you’ll face rejection.
- Mail it Away: The Digital Regift: Want to send a fake to someone? You can mail it as a gift. They might enjoy the irony.
Genuine Gems Amongst the Forgeries: The Always-Real Artworks
Despite the sea of potential fakes, some artworks are always genuine. These are safe bets, akin to a guaranteed win at a carnival game.
Here’s your list of guaranteed masterpieces you can buy from Redd without worry:
- Sinking Painting: No fakes here; it’s pure beauty.
- Moody Painting: Always genuine, just like heartfelt diary entries.
- Warm Painting:
- Always real, hopefully warming your heart unlike Redd’s usual actions.
So, the answer to our question is clear: No, Redd does not always sell real paintings! He’s a gamble, an artful dodger in fox form. However, with detective work and a keen eye, plus this guide, you can navigate Redd’s Treasure Trawler, filter out forgeries, and fill your museum with genuine art. Happy hunting!
