Center of Attention Quest Guide

Unlocking and completing the **Center of Attention** quest in Disney Dreamlight Valley advances your friendship with Gaston and opens new cooking options like meat dishes. This friendship quest requires reaching level 2 with Gaston and navigating Eternity Isle’s biomes for specific resources.

Quest Prerequisites and How to Begin

Before starting, ensure your friendship with Gaston hits **level 2**. Interact with him daily through gifts, meals, or conversations to build rapport quickly—check our friendship leveling guide if needed.

Locate Gaston’s lodge in the upper desert region of Eternity Isle, specifically in **The Wastes**. Enter the lodge and speak to Gaston to initiate the quest. He’ll request assistance cleaning and upgrading the rundown space.

• Friendship Level: 2 with Gaston
• Location: Gaston’s lodge in The Wastes
• Initial Action: Talk to Gaston inside

Cleaning and Restoring Gaston’s Lodge

Gaston tasks you with tidying the lodge first. Equip your **Royal Shovel** and dig up the five sand piles scattered around the interior. These are easy to spot as small mounds on the floor.

After clearing the sand, approach the damaged portrait on the far wall. Interact with it to restore the image automatically. This simple step progresses the quest, revealing Gaston’s plans for a grander setup.

Gathering Rare Gems for Scrooge

With the lodge tidied, Gaston sends you to Scrooge McDuck for supplies. Deliver **one each** of three gems: Alexandrite, Jade, and Spinel. These are mined from specific rocks in Eternity Isle’s biomes.

• Alexandrite: Mine dark rocks in **The Wastes** or **The Oasis** (Glittering Dunes).
• Jade: Found in **The Courtyard** or **The Overlook** (Ancient’s Landing). Check near ancient ruins and ledges.
• Spinel: Mine in **The Promenade** or **The Grove** (Wild Tangle). Rocks respawn, so circle areas if needed.

Hand the gems to Scrooge, who provides initial furniture but demands materials for more. Optionally haggle his profit share from 50% to 25%—it has minimal long-term impact.

Collecting Construction Materials

Scrooge requires additional resources to fully furnish the lodge:

• 15 Copper Ore: Mine standard rocks across Eternity Isle, especially in Glittering Dunes.
• 10 Oasis Glass: Break large mushroom-like structures in desert areas like The Oasis.
• 15 Tropical Wood: Gather from the ground or dig large flowers in Wild Tangle’s woodlands with an upgraded shovel.

Return everything to Gaston, then meet him at the lodge. Use the **Scrooge McDuck sign** to repair and upgrade the building.

Building the Freezer of Infinite Meat

Post-restoration, Gaston envisions a **Freezer of Infinite Meat**. Search Wild Tangle for three fragments using the **Royal Hourglass** (equip with R2, activate with square/X on PlayStation or equivalent).

Fragments locations:

• Lower Grasslands: Middle area, follow Hourglass curve near rivers.
• Upper Grasslands: Near bridges and paths.
• The Grove: Close to Rapunzel’s house area or starting point.

Assemble the pieces at a **Timebending Table** to craft the freezer. Deliver it to Gaston and use the Scrooge sign to reopen his old desert stall.

Quest Rewards and Progression Benefits

Finishing Center of Attention unlocks meat-based cooking recipes and boosts Gaston’s friendship storyline. It also contributes to Eternity Isle’s main narrative, potentially unlocking further quests like Rapunzel’s.

• Key Rewards: New recipes, friendship XP, lodge upgrades
• Next Steps: Continue Gaston’s quests for deeper lore

Tips for Efficient Resource Gathering

To speed up gem and material collection:

• Upgrade tools via Remy’s restaurant for better yields.
• Mine in circles as rocks respawn quickly.
• Use Hourglass wisely—multiple scans may be needed per fragment.

Stockpile copper and wood beforehand, as they’re used in many quests.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Players often struggle with:

FAQ

Q: What friendship level is needed for Center of Attention?
A: Level 2 with Gaston.

Q: Where exactly is Gaston’s lodge?
A: Upper desert in The Wastes, Eternity Isle.

Q: How do I get Tropical Wood?
A: Pick from ground or dig flowers in Wild Tangle.

Q: Can I skip Scrooge’s haggling?
A: Yes, but haggling reduces his cut to 25%.

Q: What does the quest unlock?
A: Meat cooking and further Gaston/Rapunzel storylines.

Integrating into Your Valley Routine

This quest fits well into Eternity Isle exploration. Combine gem mining with daily chores and use upgraded tools for efficiency. Gaston’s arc adds flavorful content, enhancing the cozy life-sim experience.