Distributed Items

Distributed Items are items sent to the Player from Nintendo using the Nintendo WiiConnect24 system, which enables the Wii to connect to the internet, even when it is in stand-by mode! The items are linked to real-time events in the real-world which do not exist in game, such as St. Patrick's Day which exists in the real-world but doesn't appear in as a celebrated event.

Distributed items are scheduled to be released usually during a 7-day period, where the item is received within the allotted time. Pete, the mail carrier, gives you the items attached as presents to letters, when you enter the game and will be standing outside to get the Player's attention. He will mention that the letters are from Nintendo, but some may be signed by special residents or out-of-game characters that appear in other Nintendo games. Other times, if it's not Pete, Wendell will give you one of his designs to commemorate a special occasion.

WiiConnect24 needs to be enabled both on the Wii and in the game, to receive the items.

The items that appear in game are listed below:

Red Pikmin Hat
The red Pikmin hat was released to commemorate the release of the '''[http://pikmin.wikia.com/wiki/New_Play_Control!_Pikmin_2 New Play Control! Pikmin 2]''' game. Pikmin 2 was first released on the Gamecube and was later released again for the Wii except with new controls that utilize the new Wii Remote functionality. It was first released in Japan on Christmas Eve 2008, and was later sent across the world in March 25th. To celebrate this, Nintendo sent a letter with the hat attached as a present. The letter read:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Look what bloomed in

celebration of spring's

beginning--a Pikmin hat!

It won't make you immune

to fire, but hopefully it'll

put a spring in your step!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the hat, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 400 Bells.

More information can be found here -- Pikmin in Animal Crossing

Chocolate Heart
The Chocolate Heart was available in Japan from February 14th through February 26th, 2009 for Valentines Day. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's store for an unknown amount of Bells.

Shamrock Hat
The Shamrock Hat was released to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. It was distributed to North America and Europe on March 17 and could be obtained until March 30, 2009. It is considered to be one of the game's Lucky Items. The letter Nintendo sent out read:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

We found this little

treasure hidden at the end

of a rainbow. No promises,

but it should keep you safe

from pinches.

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the hat, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 1,600 Bells.

Nintendo DSi
The Nintendo DSi seat, or bench, was distributed to North America and Europe. There are two versions, a white one (sent to Europe) and a black one (sent to North America). It was released to celebrate to launch of the new Nintendo DSi handheld console, the predessor of it being the Nintendo DS Lite. It was available to receive between the 3rd April to the 16th April 2009. In 2010 you recieve a white one in North America. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Happy Nintendo DSi Day!

With this nifty piece of

furniture, you can

celebrate the occasion by

sitting around!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the Nintendo DSi, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 18,900 Bells.

There is also a pink version, and you will receive BOTH in North America.

Flamenco Set
The Flamenco Set was distributed as two items, the Flamenco Dress and the Flamenco Hat. These items were distributed as part of the Feria De Abril event, which is a fair in Spain. The items were given out to Europe. They were available from April 24th to May 3rd 2009. The first item you can receive out of the set is the flamenco dress, which is a PRO design. It is given to the Player by Wendell, who waits outside the Players house when starting a game. He will grab the Players attention, asking the Player to have a look at a new design he has created with a typical Yes/OK or No answer. Agreeing to see the outfit will prompt you to replace a current design with it.The flamenco hat is gained after receiving the flamenco dress, by talking to Pete as you leave the house. He will be standing outside as per usual, waiting for you start the game and will give you a letter from Nintendo. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

It's festival time in the

south of Spain! With this

traditional flamenco hat

you're all set for a

fabulous fiesta! Olé!

From the Spanish Staff

You can achieve the Flamenco Hat by saving and starting the game after receiving the flamenco dress from Wendell. It may also be possible to enter the house and leave immediately, to have Pete stand outside.

Once the Player has received the hat, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 1,600 Bells.

Model Bus
The Model Bus was distributed to North America and Europe as part of the Teacher's Day celebrations. It is a model replica of the bus that takes you to and from the City. It was made available between 5th May - 19th May 2009. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Don't miss the bus! This

bus takes you to the city,

but most other buses take

you to another important

place! Happy Teacher

Appreciation Week!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the model, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 3,200 Bells.

Green Headgear
The green headgear was distributed to Europe. It was released for the run-up of the new Nintendo Wii game, Punch-Out!!. It is part of a series of boxing games, the NES Punch-Out!!, the SNES Super Punch-Out!! and the new Wii game, which returns to the NES name, Punch-Out!! Little Mac appeared in Super Smash Bros. Brawl as an assist. trophy. The headgear is similar to the Little Mac's, and the hair colour depends on the colour of the Player's hair. It was made available between 22nd May - 5th June 2009. The letter reads:

Dear&lt;Player&gt;,

I've been training for my

comeback and I need your

help! Wear my headgear

with pride so you can roll

with the punches!

From Little Mac

Once the Player has received the headgear, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 800 Bells.

Mayor's Flag
The Mayor's flag was made available in North America from June 14th through June 21st 2009 for Flag Day. It is a design delivered by Wendell so there is no letter.

Sandcastle
The Sandcastle was distributed to Europe as the winning entry of the Summer Competition held by Nintendo Europe. It was released for the summer and was made available between 21st June and 5th July 2009. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Summer is here, so why not

bring the beach back home

today? This sandcastle,

winner of our European

summer item competition,

will set the tone for sure!

From the Nintendo Team

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 400 Bells.

Ladder Shades
The Ladder shades were distributed from June 23rd through June 30th 2009 and again August 5th to August 12th 2009 due to a technical problem during the first distribution. They were available in North America just in time for summer. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

The dog days of summer

are here. But just 'cause

it's hot doesn't mean you

shouldn't look cool!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for an unknown amount of Bells.

Hotdog Hat
The hotdog hat was distributed from July 4th through July 18th 2009. It was made available for Independance Day in North America. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

It's the season for

barbecues and picnics, but

this item is for wearing,

not for eating. Hopefully it

will get you in the right

spirit though!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for an unknown amount of Bells.

Dolphin Model
The Dolphin model was distributed in America from July 20th to August 3rd 2009, celebrating the 40th annaversary of humans landing on the moon. It was a blue version of Captain Olimar's ship from the Nintendo game, Pikmin and was available from July 20th to August 3rd 2009. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 8,000 Bells.

Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower lamp was distributed to European players for Bastille Day in France, which celebrates the storming of the Bastille (prison) which played a major part in the French Revolution. It was released and made available between July 14 and July 27, 2009. The letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

In France we celebrate

Bastille Day on 14 July.

Will you celebrate with us?

This model tower will

shine a light on any party!

From the French staff

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 4,000 Bells.

Hopscotch Floor
The Hopscotch Floor was distributed in North America from August 15th to August 29th 2009 in honor of the start of a new school year. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 960 Bells.

GameCube Chest
The GameCube Chest was distributed to North American and European players to celebrate the 7th anniversary of Animal Crossing on the Nintendo Gamecube. It was released and made available between August 15 to August 29, 2009 in Europe and September 15 to September 29, 2009 in North America. The European letter reads:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

We know you like to play

games, so we've prepared

a special treat for you:

a chest of drawers shaped

Like a Nintendo GameCube!

We hope you like it.

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 1,500 Bells.

Dirndl Dress
The Dirndl dress was released in Europe from September 19th through October 2nd 2009. Wendell delivered the pro design in honor of Oktoberfest from Germany.

Pile of Leaves
The pile of leaves was distributed for autumn and was available from September 25, 2009 to October 9, 2009. Once placed in the home, the player can walk through it and it will make crunching sounds. The letter is as follows:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Autumn is finally here!

The air will start to get

crisper and soon the

leaves will change colors

and fall to the ground... or

maybe they already have?

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 400 Bells.

Labrador
The Labrador puppy was the first puppy to be distributed. The Labrador is the typical short-haired 'Golden/Yellow Labrador' which maintains a laying down position. It was made available between October 7 to October 13, 2009. The letter reads:

Dear ,

A dog is a man's best friend,

and no breed is more loyal

than the Labrador! So,

here's your very own

Nintendogs puppy to keep

you company!

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the puppy, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 2,800 Bells.

Chihuahua
The Chihuahua puppy was the second Nintendogs to be distributed. The Chihuahua is a short-haired white/cream Chihuahua. It was made available between 14th to 20th October 2009. The letter reads:

Dear ,

Here's a pint-sized

Chihuahua puppy just for

you! It's so tiny, you

could lose it even in the

smallest house, so keep an

eye on it!

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the puppy, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 2,800 Bells.

Dachshund
The Dachshund puppy was the third Nintendogs to be distributed. The Dachshund is a long-haired chocolate Dachschund, which is in a stretching position. It was made available between 21st October to 27th October 2009. The letter reads:

Dear ,

This Dachshund puppy is

ready to meet its new

owner. Take care of your

little Nintendogs sausage

dog and its sure to be

a friend for life!

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the puppy, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 2,800 Bells.

Dalmatian
The Dalmatian was the last Nintendog to be distributed. The Dalmatian puppy is a typical Dalmatian; short-haired with dominant white hair and black sports. Its position looks as though it may start chasing its tail. It was available between the 28th October to the 3rd November 2009.

Dear ,

Can you "spot" the latest

Nintendogs puppy to visit

Animal Crossing? This

handsome Dalmatian pup is

a gorgeous addition to any

home!

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the puppy, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 2,800 Bells.

Election Poster
The election poster was distributed to in early November 2009 for election time in North America. The letter is as follows:

Dear ,

It's that time of the year

again when we rally around

our favorite candidate and

try to wrangle up more

votes. In this town, the

choice is clear!

Nintendo

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 4 Bells.

Anniversary Cake
The Anniversary Cake was distributed to celebrate the one year anniversary of the release of Animal Crossing: City Folk (including Let's Go To The City). It was available to download in America on 15th November to 24th November, and in the United Kingdom it was available between 5th December until the 21 st December. The letter is as follows:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

It's been a whole year

since Animal Crossing:

Let's Go To The City was

launched! Help us

celebrate with this

delicious-looking cake!

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 4,000 Bells.

Wii Locker
The Wii locker was distributed to players to celebrate the third anniversary of the Nintendo Wii console. It was released and made available between 19th November and 3rd December.

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Celebrate the third

anniversary of the global

Wii launch by decorating

your house with this

impressive Wii locker! Does

it remind you of anything?

From the Nintendo team

Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 1,600 Bells.

Shopping Cart
The shopping cart was distributed for Black Friday and was available from 11/27/09 to 12/3/09. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 3,980 Bells.

Nintendo DS Lite
The Nintendo DS Lite was distributed to celebrate the anniversary of Wild World. It was available from 12/5/09 to 12/19/09. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 16,800 Bells.

Festive Wreath
The Festive Wreath was distributed to celebrate Christmas. It was available to download on 24th to 30th December 2009. Once the Player has received the item, it can be bought from Tom Nook's Store for 1,280 Bells.

Snowman Head
The snowman head was released in winter in North America but may have been released elsewhere.You'll receive one every winter you live in your town.

Fedora Chair
The Fedora Chair was distributed to North America from 1/8/10 to 1/22/10. It was created to celebrate hat day. The letter is as follows:

Dear &lt;Player&gt;,

Got a bad case of bed

head? You're in luck,

because it's Hat Day!

Stand next to this fedora

chair and no one will even

notice your scruffy hair!

Nintendo

Once the player has recieved the item it can be bought from the catalog for 3,200 Bells.

Tam O'Shanter
Burns Night is a special night in Scotland that celebrates the birth of its most famous poet - Robert Burns. While you might be hard pushed to understand one of his poems, you can join in the fun in Animal Crossing by downloading a special tam o'shanter, complete with authentic Scottish hair!

The tam o'shanter is named for one of Burns' best known poems and will really give your Animal Crossing: Let's Go to the City character a Scottish makeover. You can download the hat from January 25th to February 1st 2010 - don't miss out!

Once the player has recieved the item it can be bought from the catalog for an unknown amount of Bells.

Guard Helmet and Uniform
In North America, the player will receive the PRO design called the guard's uniform and a letter containing the guard's helmet.

Dear ,

This week honors those

who devote their lives to

protecting others. Though

we can't walk a mile in

their shoes, now we can

walk a day in their helmets.

Nintendo

Gracie Dresser
In Europe, the player will receive a letter signed by Labelle and delivered by Pete. It is a piece of furniture that matches the Gracie's Series of furniture that can be bought in GracieGrace in the City during the Spring. It was distributed on the 3rd May until the 10th May. Below is the letter:

Dear ,

This Gracie dresser reflects

your impeccable taste.

Don't forget that there's a

whole new range of

GracieGrace furniture up

for grabs from May!

From Labelle

It can be sold to Tom Nook for 10,000 Bells and bought for 40,000 Bells once received.

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