Raymond or Marshal, help me choose (sorry!)

[AquaMarie]

Sorry in advance to all the anti-fans of these two and also to everyone who is sick of hearing about them.

I'm not ashamed to say I like both of these villagers. I don't care how popular they are and would like them just as much if they were unpopular. Cats and squirrels just happen to be two of my favorite AC species, along with wolves and deer (all animal types I love in real life as well).

I'm currently having trouble deciding which one to have in my town permanently and thought maybe you guys could help my decision.

Overall, I think I like Marshal's design better. I adore how tiny and grumpy looking he is. I think his house interior is miles better than Raymond's. I also believe Marshal's interest is singing, which should mean he will have a higher chance of randomly singing on his own. My Raymond will only sing if there is music playing. (I love it when villagers sing).

I did have Marshal for a little bit in NL, but it was towards the tail end of my NL days when I made a new town. I had no idea of his popularity at the time and just thought he was adorable. My original NL towns had Henry and Kyle, and I loved both. I only became aware of Marshal's popularity when I started trading my duplicate amiibo cards and saw how many people were looking for his.

Coming into NH I was intrigued by Raymond, but also kind of hoping for Marshal (or even Shep) to appear as my first camper. I honestly never even expected it to be Raymond, but it was. I got him just before Bunny Day, so I honestly wasn't bonding with him very much at first. But once the Bunny dialogue was over I really started to form an attachment to Raymond. I think he has an adorable design, but I'm actually not a huge fan of the business aspect of it. I have him a college sweater and much prefer that to his default outfit. Luckily he wears it often. I'm also not a huge fan of his house (office). I prefer villager interiors that look like nicely put together rooms. I don't love the heavily themed interiors as much.

I know it's a silly, tiny little detail... but if I were to replace Raymond with Marshal, the thing I would miss the absolute most is when Raymond waves goodbye as you leave his house. He has the adorable two arm wave and his fangs show when he smiles. Totally melts my heart every time, lol. But Marshal also melts my heart just by walking around and being his tiny little self.

I have a friend who doesn't play online except with me (not even for trades) and has absolutely no inkling of Raymond's popularity, but she wants him very badly. So if I did decide to replace him I know he'd have a good home. I'm just not sure if I could part with him.

I could always be extra and just have both. I know I'm going to have 2 peppy villagers, but I am open to who my other repeat personality will be. I'm just worried they will be too similar and they'll lose their individuality if there's two of them.

In the end, I know I'm the only one that can make the decision but I wanted to hear some objective opinions to see if it will help me choose. Everyone might say "Get Marshal instead" and my heart could sink and I'd know it's not the right choice..or vice versa.

 

[Dormire]

Choose Marshal instead because basing with what you wrote he weighs heavily more than Raymond. You're getting attached to Raymomd, sure but you kinda lean on Marshal really.

For me I went "porque no los dos?" route and got both. They are precious and my pride and joy! Writing about them in my island journal always makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside.

No matter who you choose, I'm sure it's the right descision.

 

[AquaMarie]

Choose Marshal instead because basing with what you wrote he weighs heavily more than Raymond. You're getting attached to Raymomd, sure but you kinda lean on Marshal really.

For me I went "porque no los dos?" route and got both. They are precious and my pride and joy! Writing about them in my island journal always makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside.

No matter who you choose, I'm sure it's the right descision.

Does having both of them just feel like having copies of each other? Or do they feel different to you? Do you know if they're the same personality subtype?

 

[Jam86]

i have raymond and there is no way i would ever let him leave my island, i just love him too much
but i have marshal's amiibo so i'm always bringing him to my island every few days and last time i did i was unable to let him go just because he did this vv

it seems like you love them both so much so i say keep both because they are both amazing, adorable and deserve all the love

 

[seularin]

imo , i absolutely love marshal more than raymond (idk i just dont click w the guy) !!

it seems you‘re both really attached to them :c i see why you’re having a hard time !!

but they’re both great , but if you end up choosing marshal , raymond will have a nice home at your friend’s !

 

[Dormire]

Does having both of them just feel like having copies of each other? Or do they feel different to you? Do you know if they're the same personality subtype?

Having them both, no. Marshal's subtype personality is music while Raymond is nature.

Marshal (in my game anyways) is reserved and introverted but likes to sing. Raymond on the other hand is a ray of sunshine and more happy-go-lucky. He loves the outdoors and will brighten everyone's day. (really, I have Mar and Jacques, compared to them, Ray's dialog/tone is more chipper than them)

I think their voice pitch slightly differs too.

 

[AquaMarie]

i have raymond and there is no way i would ever let him leave my island, i just love him too much
but i have marshal's amiibo so i'm always bringing him to my island every few days and last time i did i was unable to let him go just because he did this vv

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it seems like you love them both so much so i say keep both because they are both amazing, adorable and deserve all the love

Omg he looks so stinkin' cute!

Also feeling gleeful at the "get both" comment! I could at least try them both out at the same time and see how it feels.

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Having them both, no. Marshal's subtype personality is music while Raymond is nature.

Marshal (in my game anyways) is reserved and introverted but likes to sing. Raymond on the other hand is a ray of sunshine and more happy-go-lucky. He loves the outdoors and will brighten everyone's day. (really, I have Mar and Jacques, compared to them, Ray's dialog/tone is more chipper than them)

I think their voice pitch slightly differs too.

Your comment is music to my ears! My Raymond is also a happy-go-lucky ray of sunshine. I'm so glad to hear that Marshal is more of a introvert, as I think it really suits his design and grumpy face.

 

[Jam86]

Omg he looks so stinkin' cute!

Also feeling gleeful at the "get both" comment! I could at least try them both out at the same time and see how it feels.

ikr i never even gave him those so i think it's a summer thing

and it might be just me but i'm not too bothered about repeat personalities, i used to have 4 smugs on my island because they're all amazing and i can never pick one
but if you can have 10 villagers and only 8 personalities then i don't see a problem with having 2 smugs ☆

if you do decide to leave raymond, i think it would be so sweet that your friend has him and you can still see him if you visit ♡

 

[Manah]

You could get both and still let one go later if it doesn't work out.

If you really only want one, your post sounds like you'll be much happier with Marshal. If Raymond's goodbye wave is the only thing you'd really miss, you can always take a video of it.

Seriously though, if you have the space, kerp both. You're going to have at least two duplicates anyway, so why not the ones you know you love?

 

[Dormire]

Your comment is music to my ears! My Raymond is also a happy-go-lucky ray of sunshine. I'm so glad to hear that Marshal is more of a introvert, as I think it really suits his design and grumpy face.

Yes! I think having them both really made me observe the difference between the villagers I have! (i.e: Merengue is into exercising while Mitzi prefers to study! Both are normals btw!)

It's the little things that makes them different and special! (The repeat dialogs are inevitable but that's more of a programming limitation than anything.)

I think it's alright to have duplicate personalities! If you like them why not?

 

[nerfeddude]

Why not to get both of them?

 

[aesbea]

I have both of them on my island!! They are definitely very different and share some similar dialogue but overall feel different??

Marshal is legit always singing everywhere, ALL THE TIME, it's adorable. Whereas Raymond strikes me as more nerdy and curious? You won't regret keeping both of them

 

[Sencha]

Sounds like you actually really like Marshal better, so I say go with him and then your friend can have Raymond. That way you both get to have a villager you like, and you can still visit Raymond on your friends island!

 

[Farfle_Productions]

I don't have both so can't compare, but I do have Marshal and I can tell you that he sings. A lot.

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And it's so frigging cute ;_;

 

[Last_bus_home]

I had both, and let Marshal go because I was never planning to keep him in NH, but had him in NL. Personally, even though it’s Raymond I have, I prefer Marshal just a bit. I don’t click with the smugs so I can’t ever say I truly love any of them like other villagers but it does sound like you really like Marshal and it might be best to have him in the long run, that would be my advice. I love Raymond’s design but also feel like the business thing is a little soulless compared to Marshal’s interior (one of the best in my opinion), it’s all so subjective though.

 

[JKDOS]

Marshal is waay cuter, and easier to obtain. I could even help you get him, if you can't afford what others are asking.

 

[Kyneria]

I think both it's the answer here, since if you ever decide to leave Raymond for example, you know he's going to have a nice island to go to with your friend ^^

I don't have Marshal I want him but I'm ok waiting and meeting other villagers meanwhile , I had him for a little while because he is one of my friend's dreamies so I decided to give it to her, but I have to be honest, he's pretty cute and I wouldn't mind having him this time for me.

I do have Raymond, and while I'm still not sure if I want to keep him, he's a little ray of sunshine! Mine is always watering his flowers and studying them ^^

 

[Blink.]

i have both and I love them so so so much. I would choose Marshal c: His facial expressions are adorable, him dancing is the cutest thing you'll ever see, and he's so tiny, it kills me ❤

 

[Luella]

I currently have two jocks as I couldn't decide between Roald or Dom. Do they have the same lines? Yes they do!

I'm totally gonna make them neighbor besties tho as seeing the both of them walk around my island makes me happy.

Also have two snooty villagers as well. I find that if I like their design enough it personally doesn't bother me. But that's for you to decide.

 

[Jared:3]

I have both in my town but I love Marshal more maybe because I have another cat besides Raymond whom I like better (Ankha) but thetas just me but I haven't really grown on Raymond like I expected to but maybe its time to boot him