Virginia isn’t just another survivor wandering the forest-she’s a unique ally whose trust must be earned through patience and observation. Learn how to approach her without triggering fear, gain her confidence, and turn this elusive mutant into your most reliable companion.
How to get Virginia as a companion in Sons of the Forest
Virginia appears near your base early in Sons of the Forest. Put away weapons with G and stand still when she approaches to avoid scaring her off; repeat over several days as she gets closer, dances, and offers blueberries as a trust sign. Light fires near her, watch without advancing, and place food on drying racks to speed her affinity until she follows as your companion.
Virginia can appear fairly early in your Sons of the Forest playthrough. She always enjoys spending time in warm areas, so avoid the snowy terrain and settle down by a campfire. She’ll slowly approach you and test the waters to see if you’re a friend or foe.
When Virginia begins to approach you, follow the checklist below:
- Put away your weapons by pressing the “G” key
- Don’t approach her
- Don’t attack or kill her, as she can’t be revived (yes, her death is permanent)
Virginia will come and go, so allow Virginia to become accustomed to you by letting her do her own thing. The easiest way to befriend her is to simply ignore her. You’ll know that Virginia wants to become your companion when she offers you a gift.
The benefits of having Virginia as a Sons of the Forest companion
Having Virginia as a companion offers strong advantages for survival. Her three arms allow her to carry multiple weapons, making her a powerful ally in combat. She can warn the player of incoming threats and help fend off attackers, often spotting dangers before you do. Virginia also gathers useful resources like berries and fish, reducing the time you spend foraging. As her trust grows, her behavior becomes more supportive, turning her into both a protector and a reliable teammate during tough missions.
After befriending Virginia, she can become a very powerful companion who will provide you with materials and lead you to important destinations.
Virginia’s benefits include:
- She’s a deadly companion that can hold the pistol and the shotgun at the same time.
- She can provide you with berries, flowers, animals, and other materials.
- She can guide you to caves and encampments for you to loot.
Make sure to also give her a GPS tracker, obtained by locating the Team B members, which will allow you to spot Virginia’s location on the map.
Keep in mind, Virginia doesn’t take commands from you like your other companion, Kelvin. Virginia will follow you around the island until she decides to roam off on her own.
How to befriend and recruit Kelvin in Sons of the Forest
Kelvin is automatically recruited early in Sons of the Forest after the helicopter crash. Approach him lying nearby, interact to help him up, and use your notepad to issue commands right away.
Recruitment Steps
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Spawn at the crash site and spot Kelvin marked on the ground, injured and deaf from the impact.
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Walk up, press the interact prompt (E key), and select initial tasks like gathering sticks or rocks via notepad.
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No “befriending” phase needed-he follows orders immediately and stays with you unless commanded otherwise.
Key Commands
Use the notepad (E near him) for situational options:
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Gather: Berries, fish, sticks, rocks, logs, arrows-specify drop location (here, storage, give to you).
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Build: Fire, shelter, finish/repair structures, clear area (5-20m).
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Stay: Here, at shelter, hidden, or take a break.
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Other: Follow me, take item (clothes only; no weapons).
Usage Tips
Kelvin excels at resource collection and chopping logs faster than you, but he flees combat and won’t arm up-ideal for base work. He avoids caves/danger automatically; tell him to stay hidden during risky trips. Kelvin can die permanently if unprotected.
What are the best Kelvin commands for base building
Kelvin excels at automating base-building tasks in Sons of the Forest through targeted notepad commands. Prioritize resource gathering and construction orders to maximize efficiency while you focus on defense or expansion.
Top Resource Commands
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Get Logs: His best for base building-Kelvin chops trees independently; direct him to drop in a log holder for bulk storage.
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Get Sticks/Stones: Quickly stocks basics for crafting walls, floors, and defenses; pair with log runs.
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Clear Area (5/10/20m): Levels land by felling trees and bushes, generating logs while prepping flat build sites.
Construction Commands
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Finish Structure: Completes your placed blueprints if materials are nearby-great for walls, floors, or full bases.
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Repair Structures: Fixes damaged buildings after attacks; use post-cannibal raids to maintain integrity.
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Build Fire/Shelter: Starts essentials at his spot; add a bench nearby for faster stamina recovery between tasks.
Optimization Tips
Build log/stick holders first, then cycle Get Logs > Clear Area > Finish Structure for steady progress. Command “Stay at Shelter” during your absences to keep him safe and productive.
