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*The Sims *
*Item & Career Guide v2.4*
*June 30, 2000 *
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| guide version: 2.4
| created on: 06/11/00
| last update: 07/08/00
| creator: BestGuy9 (BestGuy9@aol.com)
| http://members.aol.com/BestGuy9/
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i. Revision History
ii. Introduction & Notes
iii. Credits
iv. Game Info
v. Other FAQs
*Chapter One* Item Guide
1.1) Seating
1.2) Surfaces
1.3) Decorative
1.4) Electronics
1.5) Appliances
1.6) Plumbing
1.7) Lighting
1.8) Miscellaneous
1.9) Secondary Categories
*Chapter Two* Career Guide
2.1) BUSINESS career track
2.2) ENTERTAINMENT career track
2.3) LAW ENFORCEMENT career track - *coming soon*
2.4) LIFE OF CRIME career track
2.5) MEDICINE career track - *coming soon*
2.6) MILITARY career track - *coming soon*
2.7) POLITICS career track - *coming soon*
2.8) PRO ATHLETE career track - *coming soon*
2.9) SCIENCE career track - *coming soon*
2.10)X-TREME career track - *coming soon*
*Chapter Three*
3.1) Coming Next Update!
i. Revision History
*** see "Introduction & Notes" section for details on changes ***
v1.0 - 06/11/00
first publishing
half of all items oublished
entry-level jobs on every career listed
v2.0 - 06/13/00
second publishing
Item Guide finished! - downloaded items coming soon?
added "Other FAQs" section
added "Next Update" section
other minor changes
v2.05- 06/14/00
third publishing
Item Guide finished! (really)
Problem? (see notes)
other minor changes
v2.1 - 06/16/00
fourth publishing
LIFE OF CRIME career track complete (see notes)
other minor changes
v2.2 - 06/24/00
fifth publishing
BUSINESS career track complete
other minor changes
v2.3 - 06/30/00
sixth publishing
added secondary categories for items
additional section: sorted items into secondary categories
other minor changes
v2.4 - 07/07/00
seventh publishing
ENTERTAINMENT complete
other minor changes
ii. Introduction & Notes
Here is the Item & Career guide to THE SIMS. An overall FAQ will
be released soon. I hope you find this to be useful and helpful
in your career selection and your shopping sprees. Any comments
or questions, e-mail me. BestGuy9@aol.com
notes for v2.0 - Here's the next update. I know that you all want
this information so much, that I rushed just to put it out! Okay,
not really, but I hope that it helps you in all your buying. I'll
put out more updates with the careers updated soon!
notes for v2.05- Golly gee, did you notice that I forgot to actually
finished the darned Item Guide? Well, I did. So, here's the
final version - I'll have an update for the Career Guide soon.
Oh, yeah, and I put the wrong dates on the last version. Sorry.
One more thing - some of my apostrophes seem to have been changed to
the capital "AE" symbol in this text document. I don't know if it's
just WordPad or saved that way, but just so you know...
notes for v2.1 - All right! I decided to go a bit differently - I
decided to complete the career guide by career track instead of
levels. I decided that an eight-person family was too hard to
manage. So, I'll just start a series of bachelors and finish the
individual career tracks. Completed: LIFE OF CRIME. Next up:
BUSINESS and ENTERTAINMENT. I will go in order, from now on, just
that my guy with the LIFE OF CRIME job was already at #7. So, I
just advanced him and now I'll work on the rest.
notes for v2.2 - The next track is completed! Career tracks are
surprisingly hard to finish - it took me over 80 days of living in
the same house to finish one track. But I'm getting there... slowly,
but surely. ENTERTAINMENT is planned next. My goal is to have all
the career tracks done by the end of summer, so I'll be ready to
work on the Livin' Large tracks when it comes out on Sept 1.
notes for v2.3 - Couple things to cover here. First, I'm trying as
hard as I possibly can to finish up these career tracks. I'm very,
ever so sorry that the next track isn't done yet. I've rearranged my
neighbohood, and a loss of several friends can certainly set you back
a few days. I'll have that done next update.
I've been getting a lot of response
(positive, that is) from the "community" - thanks to some of the
websites who have been supporting this FAQ. Thanks also to those
people who have been submitting "corrections." See the credits.
On a final note, I'll try to have five tracks done by July 11. More
on that in the next update.
notes for v2.4 - Sorry it's been so long... I've been busy with
Independence Weekend activities. But, ENTERTAINMENT is complete!
I've narrowed my goal to four tracks by July 11... We're going
on vacation, so updates will spread out until August. I'm still
set on finishing every track by the end of summer, so I can begin
work on Livin' Large tracks when it comes out, September 1.
On an unrelated note, I noticed that this FAQ was longer & bigger
(in terms of KB) than my Harvest Moon FAQ, which I was sure was
longer. Okay, that wasn't that interesting, but a little side
note for you.
Oh, yes, another note for you. I've decided NOT to include
Official Maxis item downloads because they will all be included in
Livin' Large... and it'll get far too confusing if I put them if
a bunch of different places.
iii. Credits
I will recognize SigZag, which I used to make the "logo" at the
top. http://www.geocities.com/southbeach/marina/4942/sigzag.htm
Thanks to Simz Online (www.simzonline.com) and The SimGamer's
HeadQuarters for supporting this FAQ.
OTHER CONTRIBUTORS
phylosopher_aoe@yahoo.com ("Jailburger with Fries")
SSj4Vegeta 94289@aol.com
Why2K4@aol.com
iv. Game Info
Name: The Sims
Genre: Simulation
Platforms: PC
Developer: Maxis
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Quick Info: THE SIMS is Maxis' brand new game. It is, most
basically, a people simulator. You create your own
people, find jobs, build them a house, buy stuff, and,
ultimately, find happiness. Expansion pack planned
is The Sims: Livin' Large - to be released on Sept 1.
v. Other FAQs
Since you all love my FAQs so very much, here's a list of the other
ones that I have published on GameFAQs. See my guide website:
http://members.aol.com/BestGuy9/
for the latest versions of all of my FAQs.
Harvest Moon 64 (N64)
Roller Coaster Tycoon (PC)
StarCraft (PC)
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| Chapter One: THE ITEMS!! |
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Hey, that's what this is, right? An ITEM GUIDE. Anyway, here are all
the items of THE SIMS, sorted into the categories of seating, surfaces,
decorative, electronics, appliances, plumbing, lighting, and misc.
*note* I've also included the secondary categories for all the items.
The first time you click on the "Item" button, you get the items
arranged in seating, surfaces, and so on. If you click it again, you
get other categories (Living Room, Dining Room...) So, the items are
arranged by primary categories, but each item also has it's secondary
category listed.
1.1) SEATING
Seats are for, well, sitting. Generally, chairs are for sitting,
and couches can be napped on as well. Unfortunetly, the best
couch is rather ugly... The confort rating is for if the Sim is
just on the object, while the Energy rating only works if the Sim
is actually napping. The seating category also includes beds.
1.1.1) Sioux Sity Wicker Chair
PRICE: $80
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This chair is cheap, but ugly. I would go for the next chair in
line, which is the same price but better looking.
1.1.2) Werkbunnst All Purpose Chair
PRICE: $80
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
This chair is most certainly all-purpose. You can use if for
anything, really... kitchen to living room to bedroom. Good to use
when you can't afford better.
1.1.3) "Posture Plus" Office Chair
PRICE: $100
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Study
No, this chair does not roll, so don't build a special floor (like
I did.) This chair is good by a desk, is more expensive, but also
more comfortable. Good chair to play on the computer (by the desk)
1.1.4) Contempto Loveseat
PRICE: $150
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
Energy - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
The very cheapest couch, it's two person and very cheap. If you've
got the dough, go for something bigger and better.
1.1.5) Deck Chair by Survivall
PRICE: $150
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
This deck chair is very professional and goes great in any
atmosphere. Love it, personally. Put it on a deck or balcony.
Looks great by the chessboard.
1.1.6) Indoor-Outdoor Loveseat
PRICE: $160
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
Energy - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This couch looks like it's made out of plastic. Actually, anything
can be outside, considering it doesn't rain. I don't like it, but
if it fits your budget and room, go for it.
1.1.7) Recycled Couch
PRICE: $180
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 2
Energy - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
It looks recycled... maybe it is! This couch looks okay, but it's
not very comfortable (and I don't blame it!) If you want a cheap
couch to be used for napping, go for it. Buy a better couch for TV
viewing.
1.1.8) Contempto Couch
PRICE: $200
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
Energy - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here you are, the three-person version of the Contempto Loveseat.
It looks the same but is slightly more comfortable. I still say
you need a better couch for the TV, but if you are short on cash,
this is a good one.
1.1.9) Touch of Teak Dinette Chair
PRICE: $200
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
Here's the first dining chair (besides the all-purpose chairs.)
It looks really nice, but can get pricey when you need a lot. Get
these if you have a large budget and small table.
1.1.10)SimSafari Sofa
PRICE: $220
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 3
Energy - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
It may not be the best couch, but looks awesome! If you're going
for looks, it's a fantastic buy. If you just want a couch for
sitting, you can get the exact same attributes for a cheaper price.
Check out the Contempto Couch.
1.1.11)"Back Slack" Recliner
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
Energy - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This is one of the few chairs that you can sleep in. This chair's
looks are gaudy and bright, but it's a good chair for both TV
viewing and napping.
1.1.12)Parque Fresco del Aire Bench
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
If you can afford it, this is an excellent bench to buy for your
deck. It looks great, and will beautify any lawn.
1.1.13)Country Class Armchair
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This chair does not recline, therefore does not give energy. If
you are looking for a mediocre chair, this is the way to go. Made
to go along with the Country Class Loveseat & Sofa.
1.1.14)Spartan Special
PRICE: $300
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
Energy - 7
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
The cheapest bed is not much more than a cot. This bed is cheap,
yes, but doesn't give as much energy, so you'll need to go to bed
eariler. I suggest the next cheapest bed, or, if you don't have
room for a double, buy the kid's bed. An adult can sleep in it no
problem.
1.1.15)Country Class Loveseat
PRICE: $340
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 5
Energy - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
As we get more expensive, we get better couches. Made to go with
the Country Class Armchair and Sofa.
1.1.16)Pinstripe Loveseat from Zecutire
PRICE: $360
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 5
Energy - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This loveseat also goes with the very next item, the Pinstripe Sofa
from Zecutire. This loveseat, however, is slightly more expensive
than the Country Class model with the same attributes. If looks
does not concern you, go for the Country Class.
1.1.17)Pinstripe Sofa from Zecutire
PRICE: $400
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 5
Energy - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This sofa goes with, well, duh. If choosing a sofa, go with this
one over the Country Class Sofa, 'cuz it's same attributes &
cheaper price. This is a good sofa for TV viewing and napping.
1.1.18)Cheap Eazzzzze Double Sleeper
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 7
Energy - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This is a cheapest double bed there is, and a better energy rating
than the Tyke bed above it. It's cheaper, yet better, unfortunetly
some houses just don't have room for a double. So, if you've got
room, I would go with this one over the cot and the Tyke bed,
unless, of course, you do have a kid.
1.1.19)Tyke Nyte Bed
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 7
Energy - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This is the only other single bed besides the cot, which is the
reason an adult would sleep in one. That is, you want better than
the cot, but you don't have room for the Cheap Eazzzzze.
1.1.20)"Citronel" from Chiclettina Inc.
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Hmm... sounds like the car company in France.
Here's an ugly yellow chair for you. Too bright for me, but some
may enjoy it. It's rather expensive, at a $200 price jump from the
previous armchair, but the Comfort also jumps two whole points.
1.1.21)Country Class Sofa
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 5
Energy - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This sofa is really not worth it, if you ask me. The Pinstripe
Sofa works just as well, and for a cheaper price.
1.1.22)"The Sarrbach" by Werkbunnst
PRICE: $500
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Second in the line of four chairs from Werkbunnst,
same attributes as the yellow Citronel, but $50 more expensive.
So, here's the big question. Will you spend an extra $50 for a
better looking armchair? Up to you, but I like this chair.
1.1.23)Empress Dining Room Chair
PRICE: $600
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 4
Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
Here's the second-best dining chair. It looks nicer, unfortunetly,
it's an incredible $400 price jump from the last one, which is out
of many people's budgets. It's not even than much more comfortable
The only thing that would make me consider this chair is the fact
that it adds two points to the room value.
1.1.24)"Von Braun" Recliner
PRICE: $850
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 9
Energy - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here is another of the few chairs that you can sleep in, and third
in the line of four Werkbunnst chairs. This chair is $350 more
expensive, and trades a drop of two energy points for an incredible
jump of three comfort points. Is it worth it? I wouldn't buy it
specifically for napping, but it's an excellent chair for just
sitting, reading, or watching TV.
1.1.25)Luxariare Loveseat
PRICE: $875
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 8
Energy - 4
Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
If you can afford it, this is a great sofa for watching TV. It's
comfortable, and adds to the room value. The only drawback is the
high price tag.
1.1.26)Napoleon Sleigh Bed
PRICE: $1,000
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 8
Energy - 9
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
The first item to hit the $1K price tag also hits new standards in
attributes. If you can afford it, it's a fantastic compromise
between the Modern Mission & Tyke Nyte. It's very elegant,
comfortable, and relaxing.
1.1.27)"The Deiter" by Werkbunnst
PRICE: $1,100
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 8
Energy - 5
Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here's the fourth and final item in the Werkbunnst line. Compared
with the last loveseat, it goes up a point in both energy and room,
unfortunetly, it also has a heavy price tag for those who are heavy
in cash.
1.1.28)Parisienne Dining Chair
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
WHAT!? The price of this chair staggered my mind. It's just as
expensive as the matching table, and for only one chair! It's not
even that comfortable, just that it adds to the room value. The
only reason to buy it would be if you had a large cash supply and
wanted to be a classy family.
SSj4Vegeta 94289@aol.com says that the chair would be a decent
investment for a stable income family, because the Comfort rating
goes ways up from the Empress chair, and it could increase your
Sim's house rating.
1.1.29)Dolce Tutti Frutti Sofa
PRICE: $1,450
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 9
Energy - 5
Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This sofa is very ugly, to me, but it is the best sofa. Expensive,
but it'll bring the room up and is very comfortable.
1.1.30)Modern Mission Bed
PRICE: $3,000
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 9
Energy - 10
Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
The thirtith and final item doubles the price of the previous sofa-
to $3K! The bed is great, though, it's elegant, confortable,
relaxing, and the only bed that improves your room rating. Take
it if you can afford it.
1.2) Surfaces
Surfaces include tables, endtables, kitchen counters, and a whole
variety of other stuff. The end tables are excellent for a cheap
lamp setup. Put an endtable on your front lawn. That way,
when your Sim gets the mail, he/she will put it on the table right
away. If you don't like the table on your lawn, put it right inside
your front door, for min. possible traveling. Also, endtables are
good places to put the small flowers.
Many of these items, especially the more expensive ones, will add
room value. This is always a good bet, because it works just if you
are in the room, not necessairly if you are actually using it.
1.2.1) Pinegulcher End Table
PRICE: $40
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This end table is cheap, but not very nice looking. If you don't
have a lot of cash, go for the next end table - only $15 more.
1.2.2) Wicked Breeze End Table
PRICE: $55
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This end table is carefully neutral looking, but nice for the
cheap price. There are better end tables, but this is the way to
go if you are looking cheap.
1.2.3) KinderStuff Nightstand
PRICE: $75
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
What's the difference between an end table and nightstand? The
name, of course. Anyway, this colorful end table is for the
kids' room.
1.2.4) Mesquite Desk/Table
PRICE: $80
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This furniture can serve as a desk or a crude kitchen table. This
is a good place to put the mail, a computer, or to study by. Many
purposes, really.
1.2.5) NuMica Folding Card Table
PRICE: $95
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
Here it is... the kitchen table for under $100! This card table is
not classy, but it serves the purpose well enough. Made to go with
the NuMica kitchen counters.
1.2.6) "Anywhere" End Table
PRICE: $120
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
End table #3 of 6. This end table is very elegant and a good
choice for a low price. Looks much better than the cheaper end
tables and goes well in any room design.
1.2.7) Imperious Island End Table
PRICE: $135
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
End table #4 of 6. This end table is not exactly elegant, but
small and goes well with anything, really.
1.2.8) NuMica Kitchen Counter
PRICE: $150
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
The NuMica Kitchen Counter matches the NuMica table perfectly, if
you don't need class or sophistication. Cheapeast kitchen counters
you can get.
1.2.9) "Colonial Legacy" Dining Table
PRICE: $200
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
The Colonial Legacy is a very nice looking table. It's the same
size as the NuMica version (2x2) if you don't have room for a 2x3.
I would take the Backwoods table over this one, because it's the
same price but larger.
1.2.10)Backwoods Table by Survivall
PRICE: $200
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
The Backwoods table is also very nice, and the same price as the
Colonial Legacy. I would get this table, because it's bigger.
Only take the Colonial Legacy if you don't have enough room.
1.2.11)London "Cupertino" Collection Desk/Table
PRICE: $220
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This is the second cheapest desk, but with a heavy $140 jump in
price. Personally, I would take the other desk over this one, only
because it's cheaper and looks just as good.
1.2.12)Modern Mission End Table
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
End table #5 of 6. This end table has a steep price per unit,
considering the cheaper ones look just as good. This is the first
end table to add to the room value.
1.2.13)Tiled Counter
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This next counter in line, this one is green tiled, probably meant
to go with the green tiled floor and wallpaper. It fits most
anywhere, actually, but I prefer the fancy counters. Take these
if it fits your budget.
1.2.14)Sumpto End Table
PRICE: $300
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
I think that this is one of my favorite items. If you are thinking
price-wise, you can get equal quality for a cheaper price in the
Modern Mission. If you want looks, this is great. It's sleek,
elegant, and very nice. My favorite end table.
1.2.15)Count Blanc Bathroom Counter
PRICE: $400
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
It could go in the kitchen, I suppose, but it really looks good in
the bathroom, esp. with a white toilet & shower. Put a kitchen
sink on the top of it, and a mirror above it, and you've got a nice
little setup.
1.2.16)London "Mesa" Dining Design
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
This is a very nice dining table, and goes really well with the
Empress chairs. The price for such a setup is rather steep, but it
does add room value, which is very nice.
1.2.17)The "Redmond" Desk/Table
PRICE: $800
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This desk is very nice, and I would take it if you can afford it.
1.2.18)"Barcelona" Incurve Counter
1.2.19)"Barcelona" Outcurve Counter
PRICE: $800 per unit
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
The two Barcelona counters are meant to alternate, and they look
very nice, if you do. Each one adds two to the room value. It'll
make your room value skyrocket. Unfortunetly, they are expensive,
if you want a lot of counters.
1.2.20)Parisienne Dining Table
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
Here it is, the best and most expensive dining table. Made to go
with the chair of the same name. Unfortunetly, the chair is the
same price as the table - each! Go with it if you have an
extremely fat wallet, but filling a table with these chairs will
cost over $8,000. Good luck.
1.3) Decorative
Decorative items are just that - they make your room look pretty.
Most of them add to the room value, so get a few, if you can afford
it. The bigger plants need to be watered every once in a while. It
doesn't take that long, but your room value will drop if they die.
A gerdener should water them for you, if you hire one. The smaller
plants and vased flowers that you get as gifts just last a few days -
all you can do is buy new ones.
1.3.1) Pink Flamingo
PRICE: $12
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
Tell me, now, why wouldn't you get one of these? They are one of
the cheapest items, and they make your room value go up quite a bit
This is a must buy, if you ask me.
1.3.2, 3, 5) African Violet - Spider Plant - "Roxana" Geranium
PRICE: $30 PRICE: $35 PRICE: $45
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
All of these little plants are very nice. They are cheap, look
and can be put on any end table or dining table. Good buy.
1.3.4) "Tragic Clown" Painting
PRICE: $45
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This painting is, uh, nice... It's good to spice up a room a bit.
1.3.6) Watercolor by J.M.E
PRICE: $75
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This is a very nice vertical painting that you can hang on a wall.
Still on the cheap side, too.
1.3.7) Rubber Tree Plant
PRICE: $120
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
Despite the name, these plants still need to be watered. They can
be put outside or in, your choice.
1.3.8) Echinopsis Maximus Cactus
PRICE: $150
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
This is a very nice cactus. It, well... if it suits your fancy,
take it.
1.3.9) Jade Plant
PRICE: $160
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
I like this plant second to the Rubber Tree, but it is more
expensive, for the same attributes.
1.3.10)Poseidon's Adventure Aquarium
PRICE: $200
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 1
Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here it is - the fish tank! You can get a bit of fun by watching
them, but you also have to feed them and clean their tank. You can
decide if it's worth it.
1.3.11)"Bi-Polar" by Conner I.N.
PRICE: $240
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This (painting?) is kind of cool, and it's cheap. You can get the
same room rating for a cheaper price, though, if price is your
competitor.
1.3.12)"Delusion de Grandeur"
PRICE: $360
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This is a small, one tile painting, perfect for any room.
1.3.13)"Fountain of Tranquility"
PRICE: $700
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 1
Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
This fountain a good outside. It's fun (if you watch it) and adds
to the outside room. Unfortunetly, it's also a double price jump
from the last object.
1.3.14)Landscape #12,001 by Manny Kopees
PRICE: $750
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This is a huge painting - 2 tiles. It's also really expensive. It
would be cheaper just to buy two of the Delusions.
1.3.15)Bust of Athena by Klassick Repro. Inc.
PRICE: $875
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Same attributes as the Landscape painting, but this is one tile
standing up. Really small, but really expensive.
1.3.16)"Scylla and Charybdis"
PRICE: $1,450
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 4
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This sculpture of Homer's beasts only raises the room one point,
but takes a heavy price jump. Stick with the Bust.
1.3.17)Snails With Icicles in Nose
PRICE: $2,140
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
I must admit that the name is not particularly alluring. The price
is very steep, but the room rating is high. Seems a bit low for
your money, though.
1.3.18)Portrait Grid by Payne A. Pitcher
PRICE: $3,200
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This portrait grid is very, very expensive, but the room rating
leaps up three points. Worth it? Up to you, but high budget
is required.
1.3.19)Grandfather Clock
PRICE: $3,500
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 7
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Study
I don't know what the point of this object is - it's more expensive
with a smaller room rating. Really, I would go for the portrait
grid over the clock.
1.3.20)Blue China Vase
PRICE: $4,260
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 7
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This Vase is even worse than the clock - super expensive and low
room rating. Save it for the junkyard.
1.3.21)"Still Life, Drapery and Crumbs"
PRICE: $7,600
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 9
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Attractive room rating, but super high price. If you've got dough
to spend, by the Large Black Slab.
1.3.22)"Large Black Slab" by ChiChi Smith
PRICE: $12,648
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 10
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Can anyone say "mountain of cash to burn?"
Here's the big mother of decorative items. The highest room rating
possible, but also requires MAJOR bucks. It's even more expensive
than the whole Parisienne dining set! Unless you want to show some
true class and wealthiness, I don't think it's worth it.
1.4) Electronics
Electronics are a whole variety of objects, from smoke detectors to
bugular alarms to TVs. Don't try to repair electronic items yourself
because there's a heavy possibility of electrocution. That's a
large risk to take.
1.4.1) FireBrand Smoke Detector
PRICE: $50
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This is a must buy. Put it in any room with a fire hazard (stove,
microwave...) It will basically call the fire dept. to your house
automatically. And it's cheap, for heaven's sakes. Why wouldn't
you buy one? Range is one room.
1.4.2) SCTC BR-8 Standard Telephone
PRICE: $50
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Every family needs a telephone. Without one, you can't call for
pizza or invite friends over. This is a cheap phone that sits on
a table or end table. If anyone is sleeping in the room when it
rings, they will wake up, so don't put one in the bedroom. If
you've got a bit of extra money, spring for the wall phone instead.
Why2K4 (see credits) pointed out to me that this phone is actually
more expansive because you've got to buy an end table, too. This
is true, but it can be cheaper if you put it on a table that's
already being used for something else.
1.4.3) SCTC Cordless Wall Phone
PRICE: $75
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Ooh, cordless. This phone is better than the standard, mostly
because it doesn't take up table space.
1.4.4) Urchineer Train Set by Rip Co.
PRICE: $80
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
kids only
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This nice little train set is cheap, and can give your kids a quick
fun boost. Good for more than one person, too.
1.4.5) Monochrome TV
PRICE: $85
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here's the most basic TV you can get. The color TV is the most
standard, you should only get this one if you can't afford better.
It's a group activity, too, if you've got several chairs.
1.4.6) "Down Wit Dat" Boom Box
PRICE: $100
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This small stereo is great for a bit of fun, if you dance to it.
Otherwise, drop your fav. MP3 files into the folders of THE SIMS
and listen to your music in-game. Put this stereo on a small
end table and you've got yourself a nice little dance setup.
1.4.7) SimSafety IV Burgular Alarm
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
A burgular alarm is very important. It keeps burgulars off your
property. It calls the police automatically, since Sims take so
long to get out of bed. HINT: Put one on the outside of your home.
Since the range is one room, it will ring as soon as the burgular
steps on your property. You get a $1000 reward for the capture,
too.
1.4.8) Trottco 27" Color Television B94U
PRICE: $500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 4
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This is really the most standard TV (unless you spring for the
plasma). It's a good group activity, and PLEASE buy a couch.
1.4.9) Zimantz Component Hi-Fi Stereo
PRICE: $650
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 3
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This stereo functions the same way as the rest of them... it's
the cheapest floor-standing stereo. It's worth it, if you can't
afford the more expensive one. Good for parties.
Thank you to Why2K4 (see credits) for pointing out that I forgot
to add this item!
1.4.10)OCD Systems SimRailRoad Town
PRICE: $955
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 4
Room - 3
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Here's the adult version of the train set. This nicely fashioned
train system is quite cool. It's large, and less fun than TV, but
it's yet another way for you to entertain your guests.
1.4.11)Moneywell Computer
PRICE: $999
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 3
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
Here's the cheapest computer you can get. They are actually quite
useful - anyone can play on them, and kids can study for school.
Also, adults can use them to find 3 or 4 jobs at once.
Unfortunetly, we're already getting to the expensive side.
1.4.12)Microscotch Covetta Q628-1500JA
PRICE: $1,800
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 5
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
Here's the next best computer. It's more on the expensive side,
but also more fun. The fun rating goes up two points from the
last computer. You can also find a job. Too bad it's so
expensive...
1.4.13)"See Me, Feel Me" Pinball Machine
PRICE: $1,800
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 5
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This nice purple pinball machine is yet ANOTHER way to
entertain and make your guests like you. If you're a rich buff,
then by all means, get one. If you don't got the dough, then
there are other ways to get just as much fun.
Mr. Jailburger (see credits) adds that "The See-Me-Feel_Me is what
Tommy the (later in life) pinball wizard says when he's blind,
deaf, and mute because he's seen a murder in the who album."
1.4.14)SSRI Virtual Reality Set
PRICE: $2,300
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 7
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Now, here's something cool. Unfortunetly, it's so expensive. But
wouldn't you love to have your own Virtual Reality Set? It's a
self-item, too, though, so no letting guests have a go.
1.4.15)Strings Theory Stereo
PRICE: $2,550
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 5
Room - 3
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Ooh! We may be getting expensive, but these items sure are darned
cool! Maxis went all-out in designing the electronics. Anyway,
here's the best stereo you can get. It may be less fun than the
Virtual Reality set, but it's a group activity and adds to the room
rating. So, why not?
1.4.16)The Brahma 2000
PRICE: $2,800
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 7
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
The difference between the four computers is only the fun rating -
for an extreme price jump. If you want it, though, go for it.
1.4.17)Soma Plasma TV
PRICE: $3,500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 6
Room - 2
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
All right! Here, at last, is the Plasma TV! It's so much more fun
than the old TV - you won't have to watch it for as long. Also,
it's a group activity. You might just buy one so that YOU can look
at it!
1.4.18)Meet Marco
PRICE: $6,500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 9
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This computer is the most expensive one there is, but it's really
not THAT much more fun. It's super expensive, but it is the
highest scoring fun object. So, hey, if you've got the money, you
might buy it.
1.5) Appliances
There aren't that many appliances, but they are important. Mostly
for the kitchen - they are very important. Buy the higest scoring
version, if you can. Buy a smoke detector with any cooking object,
and STUDY COOKING as soon as possible. I implore you not to use
the stove until you have at least two or three Cooking points.
I know it may not seem like a full kitchen, but if you have the
Cooking skills, get a stove and no microwave, food processor, or
toaster oven. If you keep one of them, your Sims will occasionally
use that instead of the stove, and the food won't be nearly as
fulfilling.
*note* that even though the in-game notes that that the diswashers
are adults only, kids CAN use them.
1.5.1) Mr. Regular-Joe Coffee
PRICE: $85
ATTRIBUTES: Bladder - neg. 1
Energy - 1
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
You should buy this little coffee pot, if you can't afford the
espresso machine. They are the only two items in the game that
make your energy go up (without sleeping). It's worth it,
even more so if you have guests over and need a short energy boost.
1.5.2) Brand Name Toaster Oven
PRICE: $100
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This little toaster oven is the smallest item you can get that
allows you to cook food. Buy a smoke detector with this one,
please - chance of fire is surprisingly high if you haven't studied
cooking.
1.5.3) XLR8R Food Processor
PRICE: $220
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
Looks more like a humidifier to me, but hey... what do I know?
This Food Processor is a different way to prepare food (NOT to cook
it, as Why2K4 pointed out to me - see credits). According to my
less-than-good timing methods, it's faster than cutting it up.
An almost must-buy, as it saves a lot of time cooking your meals.
Cheap, too.
1.5.4) Positive Potential Microwave
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
Same attributes as the Food Processor... but a microwave just seems
like THE THING to get. Don't ask me, though, I don't know anything
If you have cooking skills, then buy the stove and the Processor.
1.5.5) Wild Bill THX-451 Barbecue
PRICE: $350
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 4
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
Here's a nice grill for your backyard. Well, I suppose you could
put it inside, but...
Well, anyway, it's the only way you can cook hamburgers! Watch out
for fires, though - either put a phone or, better yet, a smoke
detector nearby.
1.5.6) Junk Genie Trash Compactor
PRICE: $375
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
Shiny Things, Inc. has a whole line of terrific kitchen items!
Here's a nice trash compactor - it eliminates the need for several
garbage cans in the kitchen, and you don't need to empty the trash.
Good buy if you can afford it.
1.5.7) Dialectic Free Standing Range
PRICE: $400
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 5
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This nice stove is much better as feeding your Sims than the
Microwave, but there is a HIGH risk of fire. Be sure to buy a
smoke detector.
1.5.8) Gagmia Simore Espresso Machine
PRICE: $450
ATTRIBUTES: Bladder - neg. 2
Energy - 2
Fun - 1
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
I can't see any reasons not to buy it! It's cheap, it gives the
most energy without sleeping, and on top of all that, it throws in
a fun point! So, this is almost a must buy, for those late night
pick-me-ups.
1.5.9) Dish Duster Deluxe
PRICE: $550
ATTRIBUTES: adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This nice dishwasher will wash you dishes in less time than it
takes you to wash them. Unfortunetly, you can't put in one dish
right after another, it's not THAT fast. If you can afford it,
go for the Shiny Things, Inc. model.
1.5.10)Llamark Refrigerator
PRICE: $600
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 6
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
Here it is. This item is absolutely, positively essential to your
Sims success. After all, they can't eat without it! Buy this one,
or another one, but buy one! (Personally, I like the Shiny Things
model!)
1.5.11)Fuzzy Logic Dishwasher
PRICE: $950
ATTRIBUTES: adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
All right! Another fine item by Shiny Things, Inc. (I love that
company...)
Anyway, this dishwasher is mighty fast, and frees up time for other
stuff. The only drawback is the price.
1.5.12)The "Pyrotorre" Gas Range
PRICE: $1,000
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 7
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
Ah, yes, the Shiny Things Stove!
This nice stove is very good for feeding you Sims - they'll love
it. And, it's by Shiny Things, Inc! The price is a little steep,
though.
1.5.13)Porcina Refrigerator Model P1g-S
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 7
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This is the next best refrigerator - nice, and fills you up well.
1.5.14)Freeze Secret Refrigerator
PRICE: $2,500
ATTRBUTES: Hunger - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
The refrigerator by Shiny Things, Inc. works well in any kitchen!
Actually, this one is very nicely designed, and feeds you well.
The only problem is the extremely steep price tag.
1.6) Plumbing
Plumbing is important in any bathroom or kitchen. It includes sinks,
and the all-important shower & toilet.
1.6.1) Hydronomic Kitchen Sink
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Hygiene - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This small sink is for washing both your hands and dishes. You can
put it in the kitchen or in the bathroom on a bathroom counter.
TIP: The Hydronomic sink on a counter is the price as a Pedestal
sink. So, don't bother adding it up.
1.6.2) Hygeia-O-Matic Toilet
PRICE: $300
ATTRIBUTES: Bladder - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
This standard toilet is nothing special - it just fills up your
bladder rating.
1.6.3) "Andersonville" Pedestal Sink
PRICE: $400
ATTRIBUTES: Hygiene - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
This sink is good in the bathroom, but can go well other places,
too. A bit on the expensive side, but worth it.
1.6.4) Epikouros Kitchen Sink
PRICE: $500
ATTRIBUTES: Hygiene - 3
2nd CATEGORY: Kitchen
This kitchen sink is slightly better for washing you hands, but
doubles the price. Well, doubles the basins, too, so I guess it's
logical...
1.6.5) SpaceMiser Shower
PRICE: $650
ATTRIBUTES: Hygiene - 6
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
This is the basic, and only shower. It will clean you off. If you
need comfort instead, take a bath.
1.6.6) Justa Bathtub
PRICE: $800
ATTRBITUES: Comfort - 3
Hygiene - 6
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
It's not that much more expensive than a shower, and it gives
comfort as well. The downside is that Sims take more time when
they are bathing.
1.6.7) Flush Force 5 XLT
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 4
Bladder - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
Here is the all-powerful slef-flushing toilet! At last, no more
telling your Sims to flush! It even gives you comfort and has a
fast modem! Very worth it, but has quite a price tag.
1.6.8) Sani-Queen Bathtub
PRICE: $1,500
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 5
Hygiene - 8
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
Here's a medium bathtub - it's very nice, but also quite expensive.
1.6.9) Hydrothera Bathtub
PRICE: $3,200
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 8
Hygiene - 10
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
This bathtub is incredibly expensive, but also very nice. You've
gotta dip deep into your pockets for this one. Unfortunetly, it's
also for only one person.
1.6.10)WhirlWizard Hot Tub
PRICE: $6,500
ATTRIBUTES: Comfort - 6
Hygiene - 2
Fun - 2
adults only
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
With five whole attributes and an out-of-this-world price tag of
over $6,000, this hot tub is the best you can get. It holds four
people, and is very luxurious. It's also a bit of fun - and a
group activity. Unfortunetly, the price! [gag]
1.7) Lighting
Lighting items are really important for every house. It may seem
bright enough when you first build it, but at night, your room value
will plummet. So, brighten your day with a light! Most go on tables
or stand up. If you just don't have room, download some wall lights
from www.thesims.com! (to be listed later) Oh, by the way, light
value doesn't mean that it gives more (i.e. a more expensive lights
doesn't brighten a room more or less than any other one)
1.7.1) Bottle Lamp
PRICE: $25
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This tiny, cheap light it perfect for any low-class family. It's
not a floor light, though - you need to buy an endtable or put it
on a free space on a desk or kitchen table.
1.7.2) Halogen Heaven Lamp by Contempto
PRICE: $50
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Ah, yes, Contempto. Get second-rate items here, from couches to
lights!
This is the cheapest floor lamp available. It doesn't need a
seperate table. It is cheaper than the Bottle Lamp/endtable
combo, though the Bottle Lamp would be cheaper if you just stick
it on an existing table.
1.7.3) Garden Lamp by Lunatech
PRICE: $50
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
This small lamp is made for outside, in your garden (well, duh.)
Anyway, this small little lamp just sits on the ground. Good to
line your sidewalk with if you take your trash out late at night,
or leave early in the morning. Remember, if it's dark out when
you leave, then your room rating will go down right before you get
in the car. Not good.
1.7.4) Love 'n Haight Lava Lamp
PRICE: $80
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This lava lamp is very cheap, and adds to the room value. You need
to put it on a table, though, or buy a special end table.
1.7.5) Ceramiche Table Lamp
PRICE: $85
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
Here's the second cheapest table lamp, available for a cheap price,
too. Looks a little nicer than the previous lamps, but you do need
to put it on a table.
1.7.6) Lumpen Lumeniat Floor Lamp
PRICE: $100
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
The second floor lamp available goes for only $100, and is rather
nice.
1.7.7) Elite Reflections Chrome Lamp
PRICE: $180
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This little table lamp is very sleek and elegant. The only
downside is that it is expensive for a low budget, and you do have
to put it on a table.
1.7.8) SC Electric Co. Antique Lamp
PRICE: $300
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This lamp is also a table lamp, but it's antique. It might
appreicate over time, if you try hard enough.
1.7.9) Torchosteronne Floor Lamp
PRICE: $350
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This very nice floor lamp is a marvel to have, and it adds to the
room value. The downside, as always, is price.
1.8) Miscellaneous
These items are all those that don't fit into the other categories,
but still very important and useful. Check them out!
1.8.1) Trash Can
PRICE: $30
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This little item is very important if you can't afford the Junk
Genie. It can't hold much, though, so you might need several if
you have a big load. Of course, if you are lazy, you could buy
one, fill it up quickly, then sell it for full price!
1.8.2) SnoozMore Alarm Clock
PRICE: $30
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This alarm clock will wake you up two hours before you start work.
It needs to go on a table, though it might be easier just to wake
your Sim up manually.
1.8.3) Magical Mystery Toy Box
PRICE: $50
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
kids only
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This toy box is for the kids, though they can't play together.
It needs three tiles (3x1) though, which is a bit big.
1.8.4) Narcisco Wall Mirror
PRICE: $100
ATTRIBUTES: + charisma
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This mirror will go well in the office or bedroom - it's for
practicing your Charisma.
1.8.5) Medicine Cabinet
PRICE: $125
ATTRIBUTES: Hygiene - 1
+ charisma
2nd CATEGORY: Bathroom
This mirror is meant to go in the bathroom. You can work on your
Charisma, or brush your teeth. It gives you a quick & small
Hygiene boost.
1.8.6) Narcisco Floor Mirror
This mirror is like the Wall Mirror, but will stand on the floor.
PRICE: $150
ATTRIBUTES: + charisma
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
1.8.9) Will Lloyd Wright Doll House
PRICE: $180
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
I love the description on this one! Take a look... remind you
of anything?
1.8.10)Cheap Pine Bookcase
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 1
+ cooking
+ mechanical
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This is the cheapest bookcase you can buy. You can read a book,
for fun, or study Cooking & Mechanical. Kids can also study for
school.
1.8.11)Pinegulcher Dresser
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
Dressers are used for changing your clothes (permanently). Also,
you can change into your swimsuit, work clothes, PJs, and formal
wear. This is the cheapest one.
1.8.12)"Dimanche" Folding Easel
PRICE: $250
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
+ creativity
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This easel is used for painting pictures. You can increase your
Creativity, and it is also fun. As an added bonus, you can sell
your pictures! (not for much until you get a higher Creativity)
1.8.13)Kinderstuff Dresser
PRICE: $300
ATTRIBUTES: [none]
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This dresser is for the kids - goes great with the Kindestuff
Nightstand. They can change their clothes, too.
1.8.14)Chuck Matewell Chess Set
PRICE: $500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
+ logic
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This very nice chess set is great - it increases your logic. Two
people can play together and both will earn logic points.
1.8.15)Armishim Bookcase
PRICE: $500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 2
+ cooking
+ mechanical
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This is the second bookcase - fun if you read for fun. The fun
rating is slightly higher.
1.8.16)Traditional Oak Armoire
PRICE: $550
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 1
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This nice little chest of drawers is actually quite nice and
elegant. It doesn't have any special features, but it does give
one to the room value.
1.8.17)SuperDoop Basketball Hoop
PRICE: $650
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 4
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
This basketball hoop goes outside (obivously), preferably on
a basketball court. It's very good for your active Sims to play
around, but it doesn't buiuld Body. Sorry.
1.8.18)"Exerto" Benchpress Exercise Machine
PRICE: $700
ATTRIBUTES: + body
adults only
2nd CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
This exercise machine may be a bit on the expensive side, yes, but
it is the only way to raise your body level. It eats up energy,
though, so don't use it right before you go to work.
1.8.19)Buchman Wood Beverage Bar
PRICE: $800
ATTRIBUTES: Hunger - 1
Fun - 3
Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Dining Room
It may be a bit on the expensive side, yes, but very useful. With
this little item, you can have a drink or serve your guests drinks.
Your kids can even make themselves a soda or something, now isn't
that cool? Quick pick-me-up - that is, a small & quick hunger
boost right before work or bed.
1.8.20)Libri di Regina Bookcase
PRICE: $900
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 3
+ cooking
+ mechanical
+ study
2nd CATEGORY: Study
This is the fanciest bookcase you can buy, and it increases your
Fun rating if you are reading without studying (you know, casual
reading...) Note that this bookcase take up two tiles, instead of
one tile like that other two book cases.
1.8.21)Antique Armoire
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Room - 2
2nd CATEGORY: Bedroom
This is yet another clothes dresser, except that it's antique and
expensive.
1.8.22)The Funinator Deluxe
PRICE: $1,200
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 5
kids only
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Outside
Now, THIS one looks like FUN. It's a custom built home swingset,
only without the swings. Major fun for the kids, especially if you
have more than one. Really worth it, if you've got the cash.
1.8.23)Chimeway & Daughters Piano
PRICE: $3,500
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 4
Room - 3
+ creativity
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
Here's a nice piano for you. It's a great item - creativity while
have lots of fun at the same time. Adds to the room value, too,
except for the fact that it's REALLY expensive. Multiple people,
too, unlike the easel.
1.8.24)Aristoscratch Pool Table
PRICE: $4,200
ATTRIBUTES: Fun - 6
adults only
group activity
2nd CATEGORY: Living Room
This very nice looking pool table is a good way for many people to
have fun - but it's expensive. There are better ways to have fun
if you can't afford this. Can you say "Plasma TV?"
1.9) Secondary Categories
Here is a list of all the items sorted into their secondary
The attributes & description aren't included in this list - if you
need those, find the item in the list above. I've included the
primary category next the item name. If you need the price or
attributes, find it in the list above.
*Note* that this list, like the in-came catalogue, is organized
by price. The most expensive item in each category is last in
that category's list.
1.9.1) Living Room
Sioux Sity Wicker Chair - Seating
Monochrome TV - Electronics
"Down Wit Dat" Boom Box - Electronics
Comtempto Loveseat - Seating
Indoor-Outdoor Loveseat - Seating
Recycled Couch - Seating
Poseidon's Adventure Aquarium - Decorative
Contempto Couch - Seating
SimSafari Sofa - Seating
"Back Slack" Recliner - Seating
Country Class Armchair - Seating
Country Class Loveseat - Seating
Pinstripe Loveseat from Zecutire - Seating
Pinstripe Sofa from Zecutire - Seating
"Citronel" from Chiclettina Inc. - Seating
Country Class Sofa - Seating
Trocotto 27" Color Television B94U - Electronics
Zimantz Component Hi-Fi Stereo - Electronics
"Von Braun" Recliner - Seating
Luxuraire Loveseat - Seating
"The Deiter" by Werkbunnst - Seating
Dolce Tutti Frutti Sofa - Seating
Strings Thing Stereo - Electronics
Soma Plasma TV - Electronics
Chimeway & Daughters Piano - Miscellaneous
Aristoscratch Pool Table - Miscellaneous
1.9.2) Dining Room
Werkbunnst All Purpose Chair - Seating
NuMica Folding Card Table - Surfaces
Colonial Legacy Dining Table - Surfaces
Touch of Teak Dinette Chair - Seating
London "Mesa" Dining Design - Surfaces
Empress Dining Room Chair - Seating
Buchman Wood Beverage Bar - Miscellaneous
Parisienne Dining Table - Surfaces
Parisienne Dining Chair - Seating
1.9.3) Bedroom
SnoozMore Alarm Clock - Miscellaneous
Pinegulcher End Table - Surfaces
Magical Mystery Toy Box - Miscellaneous
Wicked Breeze End Table - Surfaces
KinderStuff Nightstand - Surfaces
Narcisco Wall Mirror - Miscellaneous
"Anywhere" End Table - Surfaces
Imperious Island End Table - Surfaces
Narcisco Floor Mirror - Miscellaneous
Will Lloyd Wright Doll House - Miscellaneous
Modern Mission End Table - Surfaces
Pinegulcher Dresser - Miscellaneous
Sumpto End Table - Surfaces
Spartan Special - Seating
KinderStuff Dresser - Miscellaneous
Tyke Nyte Bed - Seating
Cheap Eazzzzze Double Sleeper - Seating
Traditional Oak Armoire - Miscellaneous
Napoleon Sleigh Bed - Seating
Antique Armoire - Miscellaneous
Modern Mission Bed - Seating
1.9.4) Study
Mesquite Desk/Table - Surfaces
"Posture Plus" Office Chair - Seating
London "Cupertino" Collection Desk/Table - Surfaces
"Dimanche Folding Easel" - Miscellaneous
Cheap Pine Bookcase - Miscellaneous
Chuck Matewell Chess Set - Miscellaneous
Amishim Bookcase - Miscellaneous
The "Redmond" Desk/Table - Surfaces
Libri di Regina Bookcase - Miscellaneous
Moneywell Computer - Electronics
Microscotch Corvetta Q628-1500JA - Electronics
The Brahma 2000 - Electronics
Grandfather Clock - Decorative
Meet Marco - Electronics
1.9.5) Kitchen
Mr. Regular-Joe Coffee - Appliances
Brand Name Toaster Oven - Appliances
NuMica Kitchen Counter - Surfaces
XLR8R Food Processor - Appliances
Hydronomic Kitchen Sink - Plumbing
Positive Potential Microwave - Appliances
Tiled Counter - Surfaces
Junk Genie Trash Compactor - Appliances
Dialectic Free Standing Range - Appliances
Gagmia Simore Espresso Machine - Appliances
Epikouros Kitchen Sink - Plumbing
Dish Duster Deluxe - Appliances
Llamark Refrigerator - Appliances
"Barcelona" Incurve Counter - Surfaces
"Barcelona" Outcurve Counter - Surfaces
Fuzzy Logic Dishwasher - Appliances
The "Pyrotorre" Gas Range - Appliances
Porcina Refrigerator Model P1g-S - Appliances
Freeze Secret Refrigerator - Appliances
1.9.6) Bathroom
Medicine Cabinet - Miscellaneous
Hygeia-O-Matic Toilet - Plumbing
"Andersonville" Pedestal Sink - Plumbing
Count Blanc Bathroom Counter - Surfaces
SpaceMiser Shower - Plumbing
Justa Bathtub - Plumbing
Force Flush 5 XLT - Plumbing
Sani-Queen Bathtub - Plumbing
Hydrothera Bathtub - Plumbing
1.9.7) Outside
Pink Flamingo - Decorative
African Violet - Decorative
Spider Plant - Decorative
"Roxana" Geranium - Decorative
Garden Lamp by lunatech - Lighting
Rubber Tree Plant - Decorative
Echinopsis Maximus Cactus - Decorative
Deck Chair by Surviall - Surfaces
Jade Plant - Decorative
Backwoods Table by Survivall - Surfaces
Parque Fresco del Aire Bench - Seating
Wild Bill THX-451 Barbecue - Appliances
SuperDoop Basketball Hoop - Miscellaneous
"Fountain of Tranquility" - Decorative
The Funinator Deluxe - Miscellaneous
WhirlWizard Hot Tub - Plumbing
1.9.8) Miscellaneous
Bottle Lamp - Lighting
Trash Can - Miscellaneous
"Tragic Clown" Painting - Decorative
FireBrand Smoke Detector - Electronics
SCTC BR-8 Standard Telephone - Electronics
Halogen Heaven Lamp by Contempto - Lighting
SCTC Cordless Wall Phone - Electronics
Watercolor by J.M.E. - Decorative
Love n' Haight Lava Lamp - Lighting
Urchineer Train Set - Miscellaneous
Ceramiche Table Lamp - Lighting
Lumpen Lumeniat Floor Lamp - Lighting
Elite Reflections Chrome Lamp - Lighting
"Bi-Polar" by Conner I.N. - Decorative
SimSafety IV Burgular Alarm - Electronics
SC Electric Co. Antique Lamp - Lighting
Torchosteronne Floor Lamp - Lighting
"Delusions de Grandeur" - Decorative
"Exerto" Benchpress Exercise Machine - Miscellaneous
Landscape #12,001 by Manny Kopees - Decorative
Bust of Athena by Klassick Repro. Inc. - Decorative
OCD Systems SimRailRoad Town - Electronics
"Scylla and Charybdis" - Decorative
"See Me, Feel Me" Pinball Machine
Snails With Icicles in Nose - Decorative
SSRI Virtual Reality Set - Electronics
Portrait Grid by Payne A. Pitcher - Decorative
Blue China Vase - Decorative
"Still Life, Drapery and Crumbs" - Decorative
"Large Black Slab" by ChiChi Smith - Decorative
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| Chapter Two: THE SIMS Careers |
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Here we are, at last - the careers! Now, listen carefully to the notes in
this little section. First of all, the "Skills to Advance" is listed
based on meeting the minimum skills needed to advance from the last job.
Entry-level jobs do not need any skills to advance. Also, only entry-
level jobs are listed here. I am currently gathering the data I need, and
I'll add second- and third- level jobs soon.
Oh, also, the "SKILLS" and "FRIENDS" sections are those needed to advance,
not those required to get there.
*Important Notes!!!*
- "Skills to Advance" based on meeting MINIMUM skills required for last
promotion, and does note include any possible disasters that randomly
befall your Sim while at work (loss of Skill points, etc.)
- Entry-level jobs do not need skills or friends to advance to second-
level.
- "Skills" and "Friends" sections are those needed to advance, not those
required to get there.
- Job descriptions come from the game itself.
- "Hours" section is the hours of the job, NOT when the carpool picks
you up... so you actually leave one hour before the time listed, though
you do return to your house at the ending time listed.
2.1) BUSINESS career track
The Business Career Track is all about working your way up in one of
"Sim City's Mega Corps." To advance in this track, you'll need Body
Charisma & Repair skills.
2.1.1) Mailroom Clerk
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $120
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
Minimum wage, but you’re on the ground floor of one of SimCity’s
mega-corps. Keep the copier and coffee machine in working order.
Be organized, prompt, and friendly when you push the cart through
the halls - maybe some sharp-eyed company officer will consider you
for a kick upstairs.
2.1.2) Executive Assistant
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $180
SKILLS: Mechanical: +2
FRIENDS: [none]
Longer hours, but an opportunity to work the phones, increase
people skills, and keep the Boss happy. If you work on your
mechanical skill, you might be able to repair that infernal copy
machine the next time it breaks. Now THAT would make your boss
notice you.
2.1.3) Field Sales Rep
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $250
SKILLS: Charisma: +2
FRIENDS: 1
Before you move up in the company, you'll have to earn your dues
putting in a long day on the road. Meet your quotas (charisma
can make a good sales pitch great) and make good contacts and
you'll be ripe for a promotion to an office with wheels.
2.1.4) Junior Executive
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $320
SKILLS: Logic: +2
FRIENDS: 3
Now you have your own grunt to boot around, a personal cubicle,
and a nice salary - but it's still a long walk down the hall to the
washrooms. Good relationships with people to whom you've proven
your superior logic skill will definitely get you noticed.
2.1.5) Executive
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $400
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Logic: +1
Creativity: +2
FRIENDS: 6
You have your own Junior Executive, and an actual office with a
door that closes. Problem is, the Executive level at your company
is heavily populated. Well-rounded skills and a good work attitude
will help you stand out from the crowd and impress the higher ups.
2.1.6) Senior Manager
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $540
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Body: +2
Logic: +1
FRIENDS: 8
Salary hops up, as you are now overseeing several franchise offices
There are a lot of executives under your command, so charisma and
logic help in settling disputes and keeping the various teams
running smoothly. Your golf game needs to be good if you expect to
close deals, so a little more work in the body department might not
be a bad idea.
2.1.7) Vice President
HOURS: 9am - 5pm
PAY: $660
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Logic: +2
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 10
The corner office is yours. Pay takes another leap. However,
competition is rougher on this floor. Keep sharpening those skills
and keep making lots of friends. You never know when you'll need
them.
2.1.8) President
HOURS: 9am - 5pm
PAY: $800
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Logic: +1
Creativity: +2
FRIENDS: 12
The company sends a town car to pick you up in the morning. You
get the top floor suite and a hefty paycheck. Your creative juices
are flowing and you're feeling smart and powerful. But there's
a downside as well. More stress, and some of the neighbors might
resent your success (Nothing a barbecue at your place wouldn't fix.
And who knows, you might meet someone new...)
2.1.9) CEO
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $950
SKILLS: Charisma: +2
Logic: +2
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 14
Top of the heap at your company. But can a powerful, well-to-do
exec balence the responsibilities of the office with mate, children
and friends? Social responsibilities are peaking - it might be
time to move up to a bigger house, to better entertain bigwigs.
2.1.10)Business Tycoon
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $1,200
You're a corporate raider and mogul, heading a world wide
conglomerate. But not that you're a famous local figure, guess
what? You'll be expected to give money to charities to maintain
your standing with your fellow Sims. Still, it does feel good to
glow in the bask of success.
2.1.11)BUSINESS analysis
FINAL PAY: $1,200
FINAL HOURS: 6 hours
TOTAL SKILLS NEEDED: Mechanical - 2
Charisma - 8
Body - 2
Logic - 9
Creativity - 6
TOTAL SKILL POINTS NEEDED: 27
TOTAL FRIENDS NEEDED: 14
AVERAGE HOURS WORKED: 7.7 hours per day
AVERAGE PAY INCREASE: $127.8 per promotion
Second track is finished: BUSINESS. Compared to LIFE OF CRIME,
this one seems to be "better" in terms of final pay and
average pay increase. You work longer, but the hours are much
more steady (they are all day jobs). It's a lot easier on your
Sim this way, even if the days are longer, on average.
2.2) ENTERTAINMENT career track
This career tack is about working your way up as a waiter or
waitress, then going on to become an actor and more. You'll need
Charisma (duh), Body & Cooking.
2.2.1) Waiter/Waitress
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $100
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
You’re available for auditions, but can still make your tips at
night. Good people-skills could get your picture and resume served
along with the salad.
2.2.2) Extra
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $150
SKILLS: Charisma: +2
FRIENDS: [none]
You're "atmosphere," "living scenery." The pay is pitiful, but at
least you're on the set. No lines, though... and Central Casting
can call you for the day shift or the night shift, depending on
production needs. Make sure you develop your Charisma skill so
when the speaking part does come, you'll be ready.
2.2.3) Bit Player
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $200
SKILLS: Body: +2
FRIENDS: 2
You're able to support yourself in your chosen career - barely.
You've actually got a few lines to speak... ironically, they often
seem to be "May I take your order, sir?" Building relationships
and your body is important now.
2.2.4) Stunt Double
HOURS: 9am - 4pm
PAY: $275
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Body: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 4
That's not the box-office mage star being set on fire and tossed
from a helicopter - that's you. You're making a name for yourself,
though, directors like your ideas for mock meyhem. Keep those
creative juices flowing. You just might graduate to a low-budget
starring role of your own - if you survive. Keep yourself and your
gear in top-shape, or your may miss that air bag. And keep
developing your active social life - not only is it fun, it's very
useful.
2.2.5) B-Movie Star
HOURS: 10am - 5pm
PAY: $375
SKILLS: Mechanical: +1
Charisma: +1
Body: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 6
Cheap sci-fi, lowbrow horror and teen hormone comedies - you're the
star, even if your best work goes "straight to video." If you
really want to make it big, you'll need a great body and some very
convincing and creative dialogue. Lots of work on skills from here
on out.
2.2.6) Supporting Player
HOURS: 10am - 6pm
PAY: $500
SKILLS: Charisma: +2
Body: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 8
You name's not on the poster, but at least it's a "major motion
picture." You're the best friend, the villan's sidekick, or the
who dies in the first half-hour. But, the studios have noticed you
and big things may be on the horizon. Keep practicing your lines
and remember, it's not always what you know, but who you know that
counts.
2.2.7) TV Star
HOURS: 10am - 6pm
PAY: $660
SKILLS: Mechanical: +1
Charisma: +2
Body: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 10
Your talent is acknowledged at last, and you're referred to as
"SimCity's home-grown star." It's never been easier to throw a
party at your place. You can build a bigger house now, but the
killer hours assure that you're not at home as much as you'd like.
Keep developing your charisma and body skills or you'll never make
it to the big screen.
2.2.8) Feature Star
HOURS: 5pm - 1am
PAY: $900
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Body: +1
Creativity: +3
FRIENDS: 12
You made it to the big screen. You're now making money for fewer
hours, but you may suddenly have to leave town for a distant
location shoot. You're loving all the attention. Everyone wants
to be your friend - but is that always a good thing? Sometimes you
long for the spontaneous creativity and audience response of
Broadway...
2.2.9) Broadway Star
HOURS: 10am - 5pm
PAY: $1,100
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Body: +1
Creativity: +3
FRIENDS: 14
It's a whole new world for a star of your magnitude. Live
performances, six days a week, singing, dancing in Sim City's
latest musical. Who knew it would be so physically demanding? But
those cast parties are a great place to meet new friends, no? And
you've never felt to creatively pumped up!
2.2.10)Superstar
HOURS: 10am - 3pm
PAY: $1,400
Everywhere you go, the paparazzi snap your picture. They've just
placed your star on the Sim City "Walk of Fame." And when the
lights get too bright, you can always retreat to your mansion on
the hill.
2.2.11)ENTERTAINMENT analysis
FINAL PAY: $1,400
FINAL HOURS: 5 hours !!
TOTAL SKILLS NEEDED: Mechanical - 2
Charisma - 10
Body - 8
Creativity - 10
TOTAL SKILL POINTS NEEDED: 30
TOTAL FRIENDS NEEDED: 14
AVERAGE HOURS WORKED: 6.8 hours per day
AVERAGE PAY INCREASE: $144.4 per promotion
Well, I'm evaluating the track based on the assumption that you
want to go all the way and stay at the top. This track has it's
ups and downs - certainly, the hours are shorter (on average) and
the final hours are fantastic (only five hours a day). The ending
pay is great, too. The only problem, vs. Business and Life of
Crime, is that you have to completely fill two skill categories.
Whereas Life of Crime you had to spread 30 skill points over five
categories, here, you concentrate mainly on three. It's awfully
hard to concentrate your skills rather than spread them out, so
that's the only draw back.
I already talked about hours a little bit - this job is pretty
good, as the ending hours are great. The hours in the middle are
a bit tougher, though... Longer, and you do switch to a night
job once. Longer hours means less time to call friends over.
2.3) LAW ENFORCEMENT career track
This career track is about, well, helping the people (exactly the
opposite of career track #4). You'll need Body, of course, to be
fast on your feet, and cooking skills (though don't ask me why.)
2.3.1) Security Guard
HOURS: 12am - 6am
PAY: $240
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
A badge, a gun… and the graveyard shift. As you’re required to
supply your own firearm and uniforms, it doesn’t leave much in your
pay envelope. Also, you can’t leave your post - which means your
skills on the hot plate come in handy at meal breaks.
2.4) LIFE OF CRIME career track
This career track is about taking from people what they already have,
but don't give to the poor. Body skills are important, clearly, but
you'll also need to develop Charisma & Creativity. Who knows? Maybe
you'll need a creative way to talk you way out of a crime.
2.4.1) Pickpocket
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $140
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
Entry-level two-bit thief - but you are your own boss. Dexterity
and physical speed are obviously important. A certain amount of
charisma is helpful, too, if you are going to charm those marks
before you dip into their cents.
2.4.2) Bagman
HOURS: 11pm - 7am
PAY: $200
SKILLS: Body: +2
FRIENDS: none
You're a foot soldier for a small-time mobster - making pickups and
deliveries of dirty cash and "sensitive merchandise." You'll need
to be quick on your feet to avoid the heat and rival punks. Work
on your body skill will definitely pay off.
2.4.3) Bookie
HOURS: 12pm - 7pm
PAY: $275
SKILLS: Charisma: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 2
Make book on the dog track, horse races, stadium game - where, one
way or another, "the house" always wins. And this time, "the
house" is you. You never know when something may go wrong that
requires some fast talking so keep those charisma and creativity
skills sharp.
2.4.4) Con Artist
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $350
SKILLS: Mechanical: +2
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 3
Run schemes, scams, and swindles - anything to seperate a naive Sim
from their hard-earned cash. Profits inrease, but this job needs
inspired thinking and the power to persuade others.
2.4.5) Getaway Driver
HOURS: 5pm - 1am
PAY: $425
SKILLS: Mechanical: +1
Charisma: +1
Body: +1
Logic: +1
FRIENDS: 4
From two-bit crook to three-bit crook. To succeed as a driver
you'll need some strong physical skills, and a mechanic's
knowledge. But you want to get in on the main action, right? Work
on your skills to show the boss just how indispensible you are.
2.4.6) Bank Robber
HOURS: 3pm - 11pm
PAY: $530
SKILLS: Body: +2
Logic: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 6
Instead of just driving the money away, now you're inside the Sim
City First National Bank when it goes down - which cuts you in for
a bigger slice. But you'd like to try your hand at some sneakier,
more challenging crimes. Better brains, brawn, and buddies will
move you up.
2.4.7) Cat Burgular
HOURS: 9pm - 3am
PAY: $640
SKILLS: Mechanical: +2
Logic: +1
Creativity: +2
FRIENDS: 8
Higher scores, but more risk involved. Suddenly you're on the
night shift. You cannot afford to let physical energy flag, or
you'll botch a job. Mechanical skills are handy to keep your tools
in good order and some creative problem solving will help keep you
out of the slammer. Your friends are coming in very handy - more
can only help.
2.4.8) Counterfeiter
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $760
SKILLS: Charisma: +3
Body: +1
Creativity: +1
FRIENDS: 10
You're getting more sophisticated. Why steal money when you and
your gang can print your own? You're getting quite a reputation
and people are seeking your advice. Better practice your charisma
and creativity in case you need to go national.
2.4.9) Smuggler
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $900
SKILLS: Charisma: +2
Logic: +1
Creativity: +2
FRIENDS: 12
Your business card says you're in the "Import/Export" business.
Let's just say that you supply everything that people want that the
law says they cannot have. You're bringing in and sending out
goods by land, sea, and air, and earning the large profits all that
implies. Your skills need to be fully honed to reach the apex of
this illustrious career.
2.4.10)Criminal Mastermind
HOURS: 6pm - 12am
PAY: $1,100
Most men fear you. You run your own mob of theives and hijackers,
and can buy any house on the block. Your front is a respectable
Sim City business, and you feel almost above the law.
2.4.11)LIFE OF CRIME analysis
FINAL PAY: $1,100
FINAL HOURS: 6 hours
TOTAL SKILLS NEEDED: Mechanical - 5
Charisma - 7
Body - 6
Logic - 4
Creativity - 8
TOTAL SKILL POINTS NEEDED: 30
TOTAL FRIENDS NEEDED: 12
AVERAGE HOURS WORKED: 6.7 hours per day
AVERAGE PAY INCREASE: $106.7 per promotion
The LIFE OF CRIME track is all done! From pickpocket to Criminal
Mastermind - it's all there for you. This job is very lucrative,
and much shorter hours than other jobs (such as BUSINESS). The
average pay increase is higher towards the start, lower towards the
end (as compared to BUSINESS). The hours may be shorter, but the
time slots are very uneven. You'll be switching from night to day
jobs very often, which can be very hard on your Sim.
2.5) MEDICINE career track
This one involves starting as a technician and working up through
a General Practioner and beyond. You'll need Logic & Mechanical
here.
2.5.1) Medical Technician
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $200
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
Entry-level, low-paying grunt work in a big medical lab - but a way
to test your aptitude and intrest in exploring a doctor’s work.
Taking X-rays, logging smaples, preparing test results are among
your duties.
2.6) MILITARY career track
This one is about joining the Armed Forces. Sorry, you don't get to
decide which branch. And no, the career does not affect you as
drastically as getting killed... you just might lose a Skill point
here and there. The starting pay is terrific, but is goes down as
you go up (comparitively).
2.6.1) Recruit
HOURS: 6am - 12pm
PAY: $250
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
Buzz cuts and boot camp. I don’t know but I've been told,
scrubbing latrines gets mighty old. Better maintain prime physical
shape to advance from the tranches. Cooking and Repair skills also
help you pass KP and cleanup detail to earn your stripes.
2.7) POLITICS career track
Here's the track that let's you be the mayor of the city.
Unfortunetly, there's a high chance of losing Charisma skill points if
your political candidate loses the election. Starting pay is pretty
good, but hours are horribly long.
2.7.1) Campaign Worker
HOURS: 9am - 6pm
PAY: $220
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
The salary is miniscule, but you get your feet wet in the political
puddle by helping a favorite local candidate into officer. The job
requires long hours managing telephone teams and volunteer groups
canvassing neighboorhoods for votes.
2.8) PRO ATHLETE career track
This is the heavy-body career track. Do this one if you put a high
Active rating. You'll also need Mechanical skills.
2.8.1) Team Mascot
HOURS: 12pm - 6pm
PAY: $120
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
A young athlete has to start somewhere - even if it's sweating
inside a cartoon animal suit. A very physical grunt job with lousy
pay - but at least you can watch the game from up close. You are
also expected to keep your suit in good repair.
2.9) SCIENCE career track
Another basic career - you need to earn a science degree and work on
your body and logic skills. You'll start as a test subject and work
up and past teacher and others.
2.9.1) Test Subject
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $155
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
While earning a science degree, you're picking up a mediocre salary
as a human guinea pig at a local kinetics lab. It's a way to
introduce yourself to the scientific community, but it's tough to
be charming after several hours in a wind tunnel.
2.10)X-TREME career track
This career track is, well, extreme. You don't actually see yourself
in action, but you become a daredevil and other cool stuff. You need
Body (duh), Creativity, and Charisma to advance.
2.10.1)Daredevil
HOURS: 9am - 3pm
PAY: $175
SKILLS: none
FRIENDS: none
You've turned a bar bet into the foundation of an extreme career.
In short, you'll try anything, the crazier, the better. Swim under
the surface of a frozen lake, leap between rooftops with a bicycle,
beat a train to a crossing, juggle a chainsaw while whistling
“Dixie.” Your workday is short, but intense.
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| Chapter Three |
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3.1) Next Update
Okay, maybe it seems a little strange making a whole new chapter for
the "next update" section, but I didn't know where to stick it. It
didn't feel right at the top. Oh well.
Here's what you can look forward to in the next updates!*
ITEM GUIDE: Size of items
CAREER GUIDE: Rest of Career Tacks
CAREER GUIDE: Analysis of each Career Track
CAREER GUIDE: Analysis of all Career Tracks
BOTH GUIDES: Livin' Large Updates (when it's released)
expected release of next update: early, early week of 07/09
*items may not be included in the next update, just in the future
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