Linus generally considers himself an outcast of the town. He does not trust people, and doesn't seem to consider anyone in town his friend (However, based on dialogue only available using exploits, Linus is friends with the Wizard. This dialogue is accessible if the player talks to the Wizard who is overlooking the maze during the Halloween event.), as to the fact that most people don't treat him well. During Events, he can usually be found alone and out of the way. At one point, Linus tells the player that his tent has been destroyed before. Robin mentions that she doesn't mind him living behind their house, as long as he doesn't bother them.
George will ask you to scare off some raccoons who are stealing from his trash cans. Instead, you discover Linus, who is extremely embarrassed, but explains that if he didn't eat the food, it would go to waste. You then get the option to tell him what you think about his actions. After you leave, he proceeds to try to steal from the Saloon's trash can, where he is caught by Gus, who gives him a meal saying that he doesn't want any villager to go hungry.
Three Hearts
After reaching 3 hearts with Linus he will send you a recipe in the mail.
how are you doing? I've enclosed some instructions on how to make one of my favorite fish recipes.
-Linus
Four Hearts
Enter the mountain area near his tent between 8 pm - 12 am on a sunny or snowy day.
Details
Linus will invite the player over to his camp site. He will apologize for not trusting you when you first met, and thanks you for being a good friend. He invites the player into his tent, where he shows them how to craft Wild Bait for use in fishing.
Any Season; Mushroom Cave or access to level 81+ of The Mines, 2 Days
I'd like to put a Red Mushroom on my great-grandfather's tombstone. Please deliver it some time today. -Linus
Accept quest at the Help Wanted board. Complete Quest by bringing Linus 1 Red Mushroom within 2 Days.
Help Wanted
data-sort-value="225">225金; Makes Linus happy.
Blackberry Basket
Linus' Blackberry Basket
It is blackberry season and I would like to pick some blackberries but I've lost my basket, can you help me find it?
Linus' blackberry basket can be found to the left of the Bus Stop (exit the bus stop screen at top left).
Mail
Makes Linus happy.
Trivia
Occasionally If you speak to Linus, he will mention he has ventured down deep into the mines. He is also one of the people, should you lose your health, will come and retrieve you and take you back home.
You can toggle the Campfire in front of Linus' tent. This seems to have no effect on the game whatsoever (no special dialogs, no effect on friendship, etc.) Linus will never re-light the fire if you put it out.