Winning Over the Sheriff: The Ultimate Guide to Justice’s Favorite Gifts in My Time at Sandrock

Step into the post-apocalyptic desert town of Sandrock, and you will quickly realize that survival takes more than just a sturdy worktable and a reliable water source. Building a thriving community means winning the hearts of its quirky, colorful residents. Among them, Sandrock’s resident lawman and head of the Civil Corps stands out as a pillar of protection—and a fan favorite for friendship or romance.

If you have ever wanted to get on the good side of the town’s mustachioed sheriff, knowing what items make his heart skip a beat is essential. Here is your complete guide to mastering gift-giving for Justice in My Time at Sandrock.

What Makes Justice Tick?

As the town protector, Justice’s tastes are wonderfully straightforward. He appreciates items that reflect his rugged, no-nonsense lifestyle: heavy-duty gear, high-grade weaponry, physical fitness equipment, and surprisingly, comfortable furniture to rest his weary feet after a long day of chasing bandits.

To fast-track your journey from a total stranger to a trusted confidant (or a spouse), you will want to focus your crafting efforts on items in his “Loved” category.

Top-Tier Gifts: What Justice Loves (+10 to +20 Favor)

Gifting items from this list will net you the highest relationship boosts. Many of these can be crafted at your workbench or processing machines once you have unlocked the proper diagrams:

• Fitness Gear: Justice takes physical conditioning seriously. Handing him an Arm Stretcher (+18) or a Barbell (+18) is a guaranteed home run.
• Heavy Weapons & Firearms: Naturally, the head of the Civil Corps loves hardware. Top choices include the Vintage Pistol (+15), Vintage Assault Rifle (+16), Alloy Heavy Sword (+16), or a Titanium Sword and Shield (+16).
• Comfortable Furniture: Surprisingly, the lawman loves to unwind in style. The Comfortable Chair (+19), Working Desk (+15), and Office Chair (+14) score massive favor points.
• Medical and Specialty Items: Items like Fang Special X (+17) or a Golden Bell Pill (+14) are also warmly received.

Safe Bets: Gifts Justice Likes (+5 to +9 Favor)

If you are early in the game and do not yet have the materials to craft top-tier workout equipment or heavy weaponry, you can still steadily build a rapport with secondary favorites:

• Gemstones: Rare and shiny stones like Diamonds (+9), Gold (+8), Sunstone (+8), and Opal (+7) are universally well-received.
• Hearty Meals: Cooked dishes such as Braised BBQ Ribs (+8), Beef Noodles (+7), and Fried Meat with Chili (+7) will keep the sheriff well-fed and happy.

What to Avoid: Dislikes and Hates

Just as important as knowing what to give is knowing what not to put in your builder’s gift wrap.

• Dislikes (-1 to -4): Avoid handing over scrap materials like Copper Scrap, Iron Scrap, or Stone Scrap. He also isn’t a fan of novelty toys or a Yakmel Doll (-2).
• Hates (-5): Absolutely steer clear of trash and ruined items. Handing him Ruined Cloth, Food Scraps, Dregs, or Unlabelled Medicine will immediately plummet your relationship points and land you in the doghouse.

The Perks of Befriending Justice

Investing your time and resources into gifting the sheriff isn’t just about being neighborly; it comes with tangible gameplay perks that make your builder’s life much easier:

• Buddy (+5 Attack): Gives your character a permanent boost to attack power, helping you clear out dungeon monsters more efficiently.
• Friend (10% Store Discount & Sparring Bonus): You earn a discount on goods from his associated store networks and get extra favor points whenever you spar with him.
• Good Friend (20% Store Discount): Maximizes your savings when shopping.

Once you reach max hearts, you can even take things to the next level by presenting him with a Heart Knot (purchased from Arvio’s store) to start a romance with Sandrock’s finest protector!