Winning Over Sandrock’s Finest: The Ultimate Guide to Justice’s Loved Gifts

Life in the post-apocalyptic desert town of My Time at Sandrock is full of hard work, dusty winds, and quirky citizens. Among the most memorable faces keeping the peace is Justice, the town’s laid-back yet dedicated Sheriff. With his signature cowboy hat, impressive mustache, and trusty (if slightly sleepy) sidekick, Andy, Justice is a pillar of the community.

If you’re looking to raise your relationship tier with Sandrock’s head lawman—whether you want sweet perks, local camaraderie, or a romantic romance route—mastering the art of gift-giving is essential.

Why Befriend Justice?

Investing your time and resources into Justice isn’t just about being friendly; it comes with tangible gameplay advantages. As your friendship level moves up from Associate to Buddy, Friend, and beyond, Justice provides useful perks. Furthermore, keeping him happy makes participating in town events and completing specific story milestones much smoother.

What Does Justice Love? (Top-Tier Gifts)

Justice is a man of action, a law enforcer who appreciates things that keep him fit, match his tactical lifestyle, or help him unwind after a long day tracking down bandits.

When you want to rake in the highest relationship points (typically ranging from +12 to +19 points per gift), you should focus on weapons, furniture, and fitness equipment:

1. Fitness & Gym Equipment (The Sheriff’s Workout)

Justice loves staying in shape to handle Sandrock’s rough outlaws. Handing him workout gear is a surefire way to win his heart:

• Arm Stretcher (+18)
• Barbell (+18)

2. Furniture & Comfort Items

Surprisingly, for a tough lawman, Justice appreciates a comfortable place to sit or relax in his office/home:

• Comfortable Chair (+19)
• Working Desk (+15)
• Office Chair (+14)
• Pro Gamer Chair (+12)

3. Swords, Shields, and Firearms

Naturally, a sheriff needs his tools of the trade. Combat gear is heavily favored, though making high-tier weapons requires some crafting effort:

• Fang Special X (+17)
• Alloy Heavy Sword / Alloy Sword and Shield (+16)
• Essential Heavy Sword / Essential Sword and Shield (+16)
• Titanium Heavy Sword / Titanium Sword and Shield (+16)
• Vintage Assault Rifle / Vintage Pistol (+15 to +16)
• Steel Greatsword (+15)

4. Consumables & Special Items

• Golden Bell Pill (+14)
• Iron Muscle Soup (+13)

Liked Gifts (Good Alternatives)

If you aren’t quite far enough along in your workshop tech tree to craft high-tier titanium swords or luxury office furniture, don’t worry. Justice also has a broad set of Liked items that grant a solid +6 to +10 points:

• Explorer Gear: Explorer Pants, Vest, and Boots (+9 to +10)
• Standard Weapons: Bronze and Iron Greatswords, Swords, and Shields (+9)
• Gems & Minerals: Diamond, Gold, Sunstone, and Opal (+7 to +9)
• Food & Local Dishes: Braised BBQ Ribs, Beef Noodles, and Spicy Fish Soup (+7 to +8)
• Basic Resources: Water (+6)

What to Avoid (Disliked Items)

Every character has preferences, and giving Justice the wrong thing will actively hurt your relationship standing.

• Scrap Materials: Avoid gifting him generic scraps (Copper, Aluminum, Fiber, Ceramic, etc.), as these net a negative score (-2 to -3).
• Trash and Residue: Items like Dregs, Food Scraps, Ripped Jeans, Ruined Paper, and Venom will deeply offend him (-5 points).

Pro-Tips for Gift-Giving in Sandrock

1. Watch Out for Diminishing Returns: Don’t hand Justice the exact same gift day after day. Repeating a loved gift on consecutive days causes its effectiveness to drop (Loved items turn to Liked, and Liked drop to Neutral). Keep a rotation of a few different items!
2. Capitalize on Birthdays and Festivals: Giving a gift on Justice’s birthday multiplies its value significantly (worth 3x), and festival days grant a double bonus as well.
3. Fulfill Desires: Pay attention when Justice expresses a specific “Desire” over his head or via bulletin requests. Fulfilling these requests yields massive relationship bumps and sometimes bonus Relic Bags.

Equipped with a spare barbell, a comfortable chair, or a shiny new sword, you’ll be Sandrock’s favorite deputy in no time!