Controlling your seedling

There are two main ways to guide your Seedling's behavior in SEED: Direct Control for immediate actions and the Scheduler App for planning their daily routine.

Direct Control

Direct Control lets you give your Seedling immediate instructions by clicking in the world.

Basic Direct Control

• Click anywhere: Left-click on the ground to make your Seedling walk to that location
• Click on objects: Left-click on items, machines, or other Seedlings to see available actions
• Activity menus: When you click on objects, you'll see context menus with activities your Seedling can perform

Interacting with Objects

• Harvest resources: Click on trees, rocks, or plants and select "Harvest"
• Use machines: Click on crafting tables, stoves, or other equipment to operate them
• Furniture interactions: Click on beds to sleep, chairs to sit, toilets for hygiene needs

Pro-Tip: Hold down the shift key when issuing orders to queue up multiple tasks.

Social Interactions

• Meet other Seedlings: Click on other Seedlings to greet them or start conversations
• Build relationships: Choose from activities like "Wave Hello" or "Start Conversation"
• Develop friendships: Regular interactions help build closeness and romance values

Activity Queuing

• Queue multiple tasks: Hold Shift while selecting activities to queue them up
• Example: Click a tree → Harvest, then Shift+click another tree → Harvest
• View queue: Your Seedling's upcoming activities appear in the Activity Queue on their Seedling Card

Scheduler App

The Scheduler App lets you plan your Seedling's daily and weekly routine in advance.

Accessing the Scheduler

• Mobile device: Open your Seedling's mobile device (phone icon in bottom center)
• Calendar icon: Look for the Scheduler app (calendar symbol)

Creating Scheduled Events

• Click any hour: Select a time slot on the calendar to create a new event
• Set duration: Choose how long the activity should last
• Choose location: Pick where your Seedling should go for this activity
• Activity types: Specify what kinds of activities are allowed during this time

Advanced Scheduling

• Repeat events: Set activities to repeat on specific days
• End dates: Choose when recurring events should stop
• Invite others: Schedule activities with other Seedlings for social events

Budget Management

• Daily spending limit: Set how much your Seedling can spend on services each day
• Automatic exploration: When Seedlings have free time, they'll explore society businesses within budget
• Cost control: Prevents overspending on entertainment and services

When to Use Each Method

Use Direct Control For:

• Learning the game: Hands-on experience with all activities
• Immediate needs: When your Seedling needs something right now
• Exploring: Discovering new areas and meeting other Seedlings
• Emergency situations: Urgent food, water, or rest needs

Use Scheduler For:

• Daily routines: Regular work schedules, meal times, rest periods
• Social planning: Dates, parties, and meetups with other Seedlings
• Skill development: Dedicated time for studying or practicing specific skills
• Work-life balance: Ensuring your Seedling has time for both productivity and fun

Tips for Effective Control

Balancing Both Methods

• Start with Direct Control: Learn activities hands-on before scheduling them
• Scheduling: Once familiar, use the scheduler for routine activities
• Override when needed: Direct control always takes priority over scheduled events

Understanding Autonomous Behavior

• Basic needs: Seedlings will automatically eat, drink, and sleep when possible
• Emergency actions: They'll prioritize survival needs over scheduled activities
• Exploration: During free time, they'll explore society locations within their budget. You can set your daily budget within the Schedule app.

Avoiding Conflicts

• Check schedules: Don't schedule conflicting events (like two jobs at the same time)
• Job conflicts: If you want a different job, you'll need to resign from conflicting positions
• Social conflicts: Multiple invitations at the same time will require choosing one

Remember: Your Seedling is an independent being with their own needs and desires. Your job as a Cultivator is to guide them toward a happy, fulfilling life while respecting their autonomy!

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