Mistura Mishmash Legacy: 11.86: Not All Super Parents Wear Capes (26 Apr '24)

[oshizu]

Before starting to play Prince's Week 2, I happened to peek at Manage Households.
In a single week, MCCC has aggressively paired off nearly every eligible young adult sim in my simverse.
Currently, the frequency of Marriage Checks (to check marriage eligibility) is set to Wed/Sat, but I'm going to lower it to Wed only.
Because, as much I appreciate story progression, so many marriages in one week is too much.

For the curious, here are the pairings by MCCC at the end of Week 1.
(The sim whose name comes first stayed on their original lot.)

Alicia Kang & Mark Eggleston
Candi Behr & Akira Kibo
Darrel Charm & Grace Anansi (Tomax's former roommate)
Diego Lobo & Kim Goldbloom
Dirk Dreamer & some NPC
Faiz Jaleel (Wedding Stories) & Holly Alto
Joaquin Le Chien & Alice Martin
Johnny Zest & Xochitl Luna
Knox Greenburg & Zoe Patel
Kyle Kyleson (Growing Together) & Celine Lopez (Werewolves)
Lia Hauata & Paolo Rocca
Lilith Pleasant & Sergio Romeo
Liberty Lee & Gavin Richards
Miko Ono & Siobhan Fyres
Penny Pizzaz & Gunter Munch
Raj Rasoya & some NPC
Salim Benali & Eva Capricciosa
Tomax Collette & Emilia Ernst (Darrel's ex-fiancee)
Travis Scott & Katarina Lynx
Venessa Jeong & Angela Pleasant

Seriously? Diego Lobo and the Finchwick greengrocer Kim Goldbloom?!

[Granny Lawlor]

Before starting to play Prince's Week 2, I happened to change Manage Households.
In a single week, MCCC has aggressively paired off nearly every eligible young adult sim in my simverse.
Currently, the frequency of Marriage Checks (to check marriage eligibility) is set to Wed/Sat, but I'm going to lower it to Wed only.
Because, as much I appreciate story progression, so many marriages in one week is too much.

For the curious, here are the pairings by MCCC at the end of Week 1.
(The sim whose name comes first stayed on their original lot.)

Alicia Kang & Mark Eggleston
Candi Behr & Akira Kibo
Darrel Charm & Grace Anansi (Tomax's former roommate)
Diego Lobo & Kim Goldbloom
Dirk Dreamer & some NPC
Faiz Jaleel (Wedding Stories) & Holly Alto
Joaquin Le Chien & Alice Martin
Johnny Zest & Xochitl Luna
Knox Greenburg & Zoe Patel
Kyle Kyleson (Growing Together) & Celine Lopez (Werewolves)
Lia Hauata & Paolo Rocca
Lilith Pleasant & Sergio Romeo
Liberty Lee & Gavin Richards
Miko Ono & Siobhan Fyres
Penny Pizzaz & Gunter Munch
Raj Rasoya & some NPC
Salim Benali & Eva Capricciosa
Tomax Collette & Emilia Ernst (Darrel's ex-fiancee)
Travis Scott & Katarina Lynx
Venessa Jeong & Angela Pleasant

Seriously? Diego Lobal and the Finchwick greengrocer Kim Goldbloom?!

Wow - even just half that many would be TOO many!
I do like the idea that singles could find love but won't Prince and his dynasty run out of potential spouses?

[oshizu]

Wow - even just half that many would be TOO many!
I do like the idea that singles could find love but won't Prince and his dynasty run out of potential spouses?

Well, the Marriage Checks only occur once a week now and I hope that would translate to half as many marriages.
I've tweaked a few other settings to decrease the number of possible marriages each week though there's hardly any YA singles left, LOL!
MCCC will ignore existing romantic relationships so one way would be for the Misturas to stake a romantic claim of sorts early on.
Maybe I just didn't notice during my NSB since my Berries were mostly finding first love as teens.
No, I'm sure that there were a lot more single YAs around in my NSB. I'll need to rethink my MCCC settings. *sighs

[Granny Lawlor]

Ah - young love! The conqueror of all. Even MCCC settings 

[oshizu]

1.2: I Think I Want You


Sunday, Week 2 (2nd week of spring)
After my first week scrambling for coin to satisfy basic living needs, I'm finally ready to think about music!

Today's the Flea Market in San Myshuno, so I'd wanted to go busking there right away.
But I tested out my own busking station at home and learned it requires at least Level 4 Guitar or Violin.
So here I am, practicing at the park first.
My second track Funky Dunk is outstanding quality and earned me $486! I need more of that!


Busking at the Flea Market is a huge success!
Not that I get much in tips, but I'm gradually expanding my fan base.
Some blond dude in shades shows up and looks annoyed that I beat him to the busking station.
He stands right next to me while I'm playing as if to remind me he's waiting. What a jerk!


I drop by Orchid A Go Go in search of my fans but they must be elsewhere tonight.
Except I do run into the celebrated actress and five-star celebrity Jasmine Ward.
(I mean, she only has one star more than I do…)
I've fanboyed over Jasmine Ward since I was in grade school, so I'm thrilled to get an autographed photo!


After that, I spend the rest of the evening at Rattlesnake Juice Bar, hoping to be asked for selfies.
No such luck.
I guess those elusive selfies can't be actively pursue.
Better to forget about that task and spend my time learning my craft.



Monday
School's not interesting at all, but it's still better to attend school actively.
Watcher added some musical instruments to the school's Arts Studio upstairs.
So if I attend actively, I have two hours both before school and between classes to play music


At this rate, I'll become a Highflier before I become an Admired Icon.
I've added every teen I've met to my Social Bunny account, and post whenever anything happens.
Also, I respond to anybody who tags me or sends me a DM.
After 8 days, I have zero followers. I will give this aspiration another 4-5 days.



Tuesday
I'm not at all thrilled about having to attend Career Day after lunch.
What's the point of speaking with the three career representatives?
I already know that all I care about is music!
Gotta give props to Jacques Villareal, though, for looking fly in his crim rags.


Teacher: No, Prince! You need to find a steady job. Music is nothing but a hobby!
Prince: I beg to differ, ma'am. This morning, I earned $1,451 in music royalties.
Meanwhile, I earn $110 a day in my part-time Simfluencer career.
Teacher: Music isn't a reliable career option, Prince. Why don't you become a mechanical engineer?
Prince: *rolls eyes



Wednesday
It's only noon and so much has happened today already.
First of all, I open Social Bunny after class started to find I have 59 followers. It's a start!
Next, an ad agency phones, asking me to upload a video or vlog. Nah,  I'm good with only music tracks.
Then, I realize I've re-crushed on Tiva so I get over my crush between classes.
Around the same time, her roomie Cher shows up at school to ask me to Prom but I decline. Girl, take a hint!


See that barefoot dude wearing a bag over his head?
Even he asks me to Prom as friends. Of course, I turn him down. 
(Annoyingly, I get a crush on him, too, but I'm over it already. Sheesh!)
No Prom for me. Saturday night, I'll be trying my luck at a Talent Showcase!


After school, a fan visits to give me what she calls a "neighborly gift."
We're not neighbors, so I guess it's just an excuse to come see me.
I hear she comes from a wealthy family, but I get my hopes up for nothing.
She comes all the way over to gift me a $35 pack of starter fruit seeds? Gimme a break!


You remember that annoying dude from the Flea Market on Sunday?
While I'm playing music at Orchid A Go Go, he has to come over and incite cheers.
Asking one of my fans, I learn his name is Thorne Bailey.
The question is: Why is he always getting in my face?



Thursday
My royalties have really started to add up!
Otherwise, it's a typical day at high school.
I spend every minute of class time on Social Bunny, but I'm still at 59 followers.
Also, I turn down a Prom Invite from Rashidah Watson, that pretty girl from the HoB.


This afternoon, I reach L3 Chess Club to become a Highflier, then quit that club and the Simfluencer job.
Then who should phone me but Jasmine Ward. Yes, that Jasmine Ward!!!
I'd added her to Social Bunny and have been spamming friendly messages, but…she has a crush on me?
How long before she realizes that I'm still in high school?


So, I found out some new stuff about the music industry lately.
Tuesday night, I discovered that I can release a new track every 8 hours not once a day.
Also, I want to leave Dinky Beats for a more prestigious, higher-paying label.
But the only way to quit a label is for them to drop you. That's too much trouble.



Friday
My skills are high enough to write 5 types of songs now: guitar, keyboard, piano, violin, and lyrics.
So, I take the day off from school to get started.
The weather's gorgeous, so I take my electronic keyboard outdoors to enjoy the sunshine.


Jasmine: I appreciate your inviting me to this lounge in Tartosa, but is this an official date?
Prince: Sorry, but I'm signing up for tonight's Talent Showcase and wanted you to come along.
Jasmine: I see. So it's not actually a date. We're just hanging out.
Prince: Awww, c'mon, Jasmine. It's a chance to get to know each other better!
If you still like me tomorrow, I'll take you out for dinner. How 'bout that?


Prince: For my set, I play three jazz tunes on guitar with scat singing.
I get a warm reception and attract some new fans, too.
Even Octavia Moon--the best-selling novelist and unfortunate wife of that jerk Thorne Bailey--loves my music!


Jasmine: And here I thought you were just a pretty face, Prince!  You overflow with artistic talent!
Prince: I'm so glad that you came and that you enjoyed my music.
Jasmine: These cocktails are called "Hot and Smoky," right? Are you looking for trouble, young man?
Prince: Who me? Oh, no, not me! *adjust tilted halo (and crushes hard on Jasmine)
Jasmine: My apologies for cutting our night short, but I have an early morning tomorrow, so…



Saturday
Writing my first song takes me all day!
Before phoning Jasmine for our date, I have enough time to release another track.
My royalties are bringing in nearly $5,000 every morning!
My Corporate Partnership perk earns me more fame per track but does it also increase my earnings?


Jasmine: This is a lovely restaurant. But, seriously? You're still in high school?
Prince: Honestly, I'm ready to age up anytime now. I'm just trying to become an Admired Icon first.
Jasmine: Well, we do have amazing compatibility…
Prince: And I'm this close to become a five-star celeb like you!


Jasmine: Yes, of course, I'd love to be your girlfriend!  We're a perfect match!
Prince: We are?
Jasmine: I'm the only five-star celeb in our simverse and there are only two four-star celebs.
One is you, obviously, and the other is Thorne Bailey who's very much married to Octavia Moon.
Prince (mutters): Ugh, him again…


Prince: By the way, I'm sorry for not inviting you to Prom. I didn't think you'd get all resentful over that.
Jasmine: Yeah, neither did I, but it bothers me.  Thanks for apologizing.
Prince: To make it up to you, may I take you to the Starlight Accolades tomorrow evening?
Jasmine: Sounds like a plan! Here's my address. Let's meet at my place, say, around 4 pm?



Gallery Downloads
*Rattlesnake Juice Bar (30x20): "Rattlesnake Juice Reno" by PeachesPlace.
*Auditorium/Career Day: "Auditorium Career Day" by Schnuck01.
*Sand Simoleon Beach (30x20): "Sulani Beach Restaurant" by Janttu45. It's missing stairs in front.
 This is the same restaurant used throughout my Not So Berry Challenge. I love it!

Progress: End of Week 2
Residence: Inner Circle, Mirage Park (DSV)

Prince Mistura: Teen (14/21 days)
*Skills (3/7): Guitar 10, Media Prod. 5, Piano 10; Charisma 9, Dance 1, Sing 8, Violin 8
*Teen aspirations (1/2): Admired Icon 2/3, Goal Oriented 3/3
*Aspirations (0/3): Musical Genius 2/4, Renaissance Sim 1/4, World-Famous Celeb: 2/4
*Careers (3/4): Llamacorn Scout, Simfluencer 3/3, Chess Club 3/3

Notes
*Jasmine Ward: I'm sure you recognize this sim as a restyled version of the premade Judith Ward.
  Besides being a brunette with more Asian-looking eyes, she's been aged down to a YA.

*Mix Master Music Station: I'd never actually tried making tracks as a primary source of income.
  Despite being limited to 3 tracks a day, making a track takes around a sim-hour so very quick.

[GlazeyLady]

Prince is doing amazing with his royalties! §5k a day! And still a teen! I'm jealous - I want to make §5k a day, but, alas, I have no musical talent. He's so popular - everyone wants to go to Prom with him - I'm surprised he's struggling to get followers.
It's weird that Judith got upset about prom, given that she isn't even a teen . . . what is up with that?
Great update, and I have to say you've done a great job with his look - His hair is perfect, and the purple shorts and low-cut shirt . . . LOVE it!

[oshizu]

Prince is doing amazing with his royalties! §5k a day! And still a teen! I'm jealous - I want to make §5k a day, but, alas, I have no musical talent. He's so popular - everyone wants to go to Prom with him - I'm surprised he's struggling to get followers.
It's weird that Judith got upset about prom, given that she isn't even a teen . . . what is up with that?
Great update, and I have to say you've done a great job with his look - His hair is perfect, and the purple shorts and low-cut shirt . . . LOVE it!

I've enjoyed learning about the Mix Master Music Machine. When I used it before, the household was so wealthy that I only maxed the Media Production skill and didn't pay much attention to mixing tracks as an income-generation activity.
I'm so glad he can live off his track royalties because writing one song takes Prince practically an entire day.
Admired Icon is probably a no-go for Prince; he's only got 59 followers after two weeks.
The "real" Prince has a nickname of "The Purple One," so I've made that my sim's color. Also, if you've seen Prince's music videos, he often wears low necklines or open tops to reveal his chest hair while in his 20's and 30's so my Prince is emulating his idol. 😁

[Granny Lawlor]

Is one of your mods affecting the YA-teen relationship or are Prince & jasmine just meeting rather than dating? It's unusual... Jasmine is a lovely makeover although that hair-do...
I can see why you're not rushing to age-up Prince. He's having fun in his teen years.

[oshizu]

Is one of your mods affecting the YA-teen relationship or are Prince & jasmine just meeting rather than dating? It's unusual... Jasmine is a lovely makeover although that hair-do...
I can see why you're not rushing to age-up Prince. He's having fun in his teen years.

Yes, Prince and Jasmine have a romantic relationship. They went on a "real date" to the Sulani Beach Restaurant where Prince asked her to be his girlfriend and also has the option to propose. Well, the teen stage includes 18 and 19 years of age, so.... haha

[oshizu]

@Granny Lawlor  I forgot to mention the case of Buddy and Keon in my NSB challenge.
Buddy was a teen when he crushed on Keon, Keon invited him on a date (there was a popup), and Keon had triplets with Buddy.
Teens and YAs look the same in The Sims 4, so it can be hard to tell them apart.

[Granny Lawlor]

@Granny Lawlor  I forgot to mention the case of Buddy and Keon in my NSB challenge.
Buddy was a teen when he crushed on Keon, Keon invited him on a date (there was a popup), and Keon had triplets with Buddy.
Teens and YAs look the same in The Sims 4, so it can be hard to tell them apart.

Am I right that it used to be impossible? It's more true to life but I wonder if there's a cut-off age within teens. It would be a bit creepy if a nearly-adult started a romance with a newly-aged-up teen

[oshizu]

Am I right that it used to be impossible? It's more true to life but I wonder if there's a cut-off age within teens. It would be a bit creepy if a nearly-adult started a romance with a newly-aged-up teen

It is impossible with an unmodded game, Judi, but I am using a feature of MCCC.
However, this kind of age gap can only happen in my game under my "supervision."
It's disabled for MCCC's auto story progression, which I've set up for marriage and babies only between same age groups (except teens).
I'm not sure I've explained that clearly.

[Granny Lawlor]

Am I right that it used to be impossible? It's more true to life but I wonder if there's a cut-off age within teens. It would be a bit creepy if a nearly-adult started a romance with a newly-aged-up teen

It is impossible with an unmodded game, Judi, but I am using a feature of MCCC.
However, this kind of age gap can only happen in my game under my "supervision."
It's disabled for MCCC's auto story progression, which I've set up for marriage and babies only between same age groups (except teens).
I'm not sure I've explained that clearly.

Ah - one day you'll lure me into the world of mods with all it's little tweaks and delights.

[oshizu]

Ah - one day you'll lure me into the world of mods with all it's little tweaks and delights.

Welcome to the dark side.  We haz cookies and no Death by Hysteria! LOL

[GlazeyLady]

Ah - one day you'll lure me into the world of mods with all it's little tweaks and delights.

Welcome to the dark side.  We haz cookies and no Death by Hysteria! LOL

It took me a long time, Judi, mostly because I knew once I started playing with mods I wouldn't want to play without them. I really only play with mods that fix things that EA didn't do well - it seems like when they add something new, they get so excited by it that they just way overdo it until it's just irritating - so I use mods to fix that. Like the emotional death @oshizu mentioned - it's ridiculous that if you have a happy Sim, and they walk past a playful statue, they can die. That's just crazy.

Kids throwing paint around EVERY TIME they come to your house? Way too much. Mari calling every day, sometimes twice a day, about having a baby? Ridiculous.  Fixing stuff like that makes the game more enjoyable for me. 

MCCC is a pretty extensive mod, so it seems overwhelming, but the good thing about it is that it has defaults for the settings that match the EA defaults, so you're only changing what you want to change. You can dip your toe and enter the water slowly . . . and there are a lot of videos explaining that one and other popular mods.

But I do think I am done with the forum challenges and HoF Dynasties . . . because I'm not going to want to eliminate the quality of life mods after playing with them.