The Fortune Squirrel is one of the more unique and sought-after pets in Roblox Grow A Garden. While it is no longer obtainable, understanding how it works and what it offers can help players make informed decisions about pet progression and strategies in the game. This guide explains everything about the Fortune Squirrel based on how most players experience it.
What is the Fortune Squirrel?
The Fortune Squirrel is a Legendary tier pet that was introduced during the Chubby Chipmunk Event. Unlike other pets that can be obtained regularly, the Fortune Squirrel is a limited-time reward. Players could obtain it by reaching a specific milestone in the Chubby Chipmunk event.
Visually, the Fortune Squirrel looks very similar to a regular Squirrel, but it is completely golden. Its body is solid gold with orange-gold rings, and it has two large front legs and two smaller back legs, all made of gold. The tail is particularly thick and features the same orange-gold rings as the body. This golden appearance makes it stand out from other Squirrel variants in the game.
How to Obtain the Fortune Squirrel
In general, the Fortune Squirrel was only obtainable through the Chubby Chipmunk Event. To unlock it, players had to grow their Chubby Chipmunk’s weight to over 46.43 kg.
This means that unlike many other pets, it cannot be purchased or farmed directly in the game now. For players who are still exploring ways to obtain rare pets in similar events, it is usually recommended to focus on completing event-specific goals rather than trying to trade or buy rare pets.
Note: Some players might look for ways to buy rare pets. While it's not a standard in-game method, some external services allow you to buy small amount of Grow a Garden tokens on U4N, which some players use to enhance their event progress. However, always exercise caution when using third-party platforms.
Traits and Abilities
The Fortune Squirrel comes with a unique passive trait called CHA-CHING.
CHA-CHING: Occasionally gives the player a chance to apply the Jackpot mutation.
This means that while the Fortune Squirrel is in your garden, there is a random chance that mutations will be triggered, similar to certain in-game boosts. Most players who had this pet found it useful during events or in boosting garden productivity, although its effects are occasional rather than guaranteed.
In terms of gameplay, the Fortune Squirrel has a hunger value of 30,000, which is relatively high compared to lower-tier pets. This means it consumes more resources to stay active, but most players consider this a fair trade for its Legendary benefits and its passive trait.
Comparisons to Other Squirrel Pets
For context, the Fortune Squirrel is the fourth Squirrel pet added to Grow A Garden:
Squirrel – the standard version.
Red Squirrel – a color variant.
Space Squirrel – introduced later with cosmic effects.
Fortune Squirrel – the golden, event-exclusive version.
In addition, it is the fourth pet in the game to be naturally golden, following the Dragonfly, Golden Goose, and Golden Bee. Most players value these naturally golden pets not only for aesthetics but also because they often indicate rare or special abilities.
Practical Tips for Using the Fortune Squirrel
Even though the Fortune Squirrel is no longer obtainable, knowing how it works can guide decisions about current or future rare pets:
Event Progression Matters: Rare pets in Grow A Garden are often tied to reaching milestones. Most players recommend focusing on consistent growth and event completion rather than relying solely on luck.
Trait Management: Pets with traits like CHA-CHING are best used strategically. In general, they are more useful when you are actively managing mutations and garden productivity.
Hunger Considerations: Legendary pets like the Fortune Squirrel require more feeding. Players usually balance these pets with lower-hunger companions to manage resources effectively.
Aesthetic Value: Many players keep golden pets for display, especially in high-level gardens. While they provide gameplay advantages, the visual appeal is also a common reason to prioritize them.
Summary
The Fortune Squirrel is a legendary, golden Squirrel pet introduced during the Chubby Chipmunk Event. It was obtainable only by reaching 46.43 kg on the Chubby Chipmunk. Its main trait, CHA-CHING, offers a chance to trigger the Jackpot mutation, and it has a high hunger value of 30,000. While it is no longer obtainable, it remains a notable pet in the game for both its rarity and aesthetic appeal.
Most players who experienced the Fortune Squirrel value it for both its visual design and the occasional boost it provides through CHA-CHING. Understanding how it worked can help new players plan for future events and rare pets effectively.
