They’re cute and sassy and compact and simply one of the best species in the game. Squirrel villagers in Animal Crossing are a whole ‘nother level of amazing. With so many to choose from, maybe you need help narrowing down your favorites. Let’s rank all 21 squirrel villagers in Animal Crossing: New Horizons!
This is an opinion piece, so there are no right or wrong answers! Just sharing my own personal thoughts.
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#21: Ricky
Hard pass on the anger management squirrel. No, thank you. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are blue and red, his catchphrase is “nutcase,” and he has the education hobby.
#20: Viche
I don’t know what to say, really. I am not a Splatoon fan and her design doesn’t do it for me. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are yellow and white, her catchphrase is “lip-synch,” and she has the music hobby.
#19: Caroline
This is a saturation nightmare and she looks a little unhinged. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are colorful and white, her catchphrase is “hulaaaa,” and she has the music hobby.
#18: Cece
Again, not a Splatoon fan but at least Cece’s design is kinda cool. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are blue and black, her catchphrase is “drip ink,” and she has the play hobby.
#17: Agent S
I am not into the superhero-type villagers but Agent S is alright. I like her smug face. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are blue and black , her catchphrase is “sidekick,” and she has the fitnesshobby.
#16: Tasha
I think her design is eye-catching but she just is pretty meh for me overall. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are gray and beige, her catchphrase is “nice nice,” and she has the fitness hobby.
#15: Static
Static is a cool dude. I am always taken back when I hear his cranky voice because he looks more smug to me. A few fun facts: he has a cranky personality, his favorite colors are black and yellow, his catchphrase is “krzzt,” and he has the music hobby.
#14: Sheldon
I actually think Sheldon is pretty cute! I like his coloring for a fall island. A few fun facts: he has a jock personality, his favorite colors are green and yellow, his catchphrase is “cardio,” and he has the play hobby.
#13: Nibbles
Aw, she is precious. I like her catchphrase a lot and her coloring is bold and beautiful. If you love colorful villagers, she is a great choice. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are red and yellow, her catchphrase is “niblet,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#12: Peanut
This girl is HYPE all the damn time. I know it’s largely due to her peppy personality but her design really sells it. Love her. A few fun facts: she has a peppy personality, her favorite colors are red and colorful, her catchphrase is “slacker,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#11: Mint
Mint is that girly girl. Love the darling eyes with the lashes and rosy cheeks. Her coloring is so pretty, too. If you love pastel islands, she is a great choice. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are purple and pink, her catchphrase is “ahhhhhh,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#10: Cally
Gosh, don’t you want to pinch her very rosy cheeks? Cally is the definition of a cottagecore villager and she has great coloring. Simply adorable. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are red and green, her catchphrase is “WHEE,” and she has the nature hobby.
#9: Sally
Sally is underrated as hell. Maybe because her look is pretty simplistic? But I actually enjoy that about her. I think she is super autumnal and deserves more love. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are white and beige, her catchphrase is “nutmeg,” and she has the music hobby.
#8: Ione
Ione is one of the most popular new villagers and I can see why. Her design is simply beautiful and celestial. She is perfect for fairy/pastel/space islands. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are white and black, her catchphrase is “gleam,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#7: Filbert
Filbert is such a little baby love. He looks so wholesome, it hurts. Look at those rosy cheeks. A few fun facts: he has a lazy personality, his favorite colors are blue and white, his catchphrase is “bucko,” and he has the nature hobby.
#6: Pecan
Pecan has got it going on. She is put together and her winged eyeliner is fantastic. Plus her tail looks like a little cinnamon roll and it’s adorable. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are purple and beige, her catchphrase is “chipmunk,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#5: Sylvana
If you are looking for a natural squirrel, you can’t beat Sylvana. Her design is so earthy and simple. It’s actually quite breathtaking. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are purple and green, her catchphrase is “hubbub,” and she has the nature hobby.
#4: Poppy
Poppy is as precious as they come. She looks like she walked straight out of a magical fairytale forest. Great coloring and design. If you want a sweet squirrel, she is the one. A few fun facts: she has a normal personality, her favorite colors are yellow and green, her catchphrase is “nutty,” and she has the education hobby.
#3: Blaire
Quite possibly my favorite snooty, Blaire is simply fabulous. Her design reminds me of a skunk and I love that. She also says you “nutlet,” which is precious as far as squirrels go. I also think she is the perfect snooty for someone who wants the personality but with a kind face. A few fun facts: she has a snooty personality, her favorite colors are brown and orange, her catchphrase is “nutlet,” and she has the fashion hobby.
#2: Hazel
Is this an unexpected surprise? I hope so, because the next one will surprise no one. But Hazel at #2… yes, you read it right. She gets hate and I will not stand for it. Her unibrow is completely endearing and her sassy no-nonsense personality never fails to make me laugh. She is cozy and warm and I will forever be in her corner. A few fun facts: she has a sisterly personality, her favorite colors are red and yellow, her catchphrase is “uni-wow,” and she has the play hobby.
#1: Marshal
I know no one is surprised by this. Sorry for being unoriginal but facts are facts. Marshal is the king with his RFB yet heart of gold. His smug personality is the cherry on top. A few fun facts: he has a smug personality, his favorite colors are blue and aqua, his catchphrase is “sulky,” and he has the music hobby.
