The Simpsons: Tapped Out Level 44 content update

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The Level 44 content update for The Simpsons: Tapped Out is a content update that was released on September 5, 2014.

On Facebook on September 5, 2014 a string of numbers, 4461746162617365, was posted along with a teaser:

A hacker's on the loose in Springfield and not even your deepest, darkest thoughts are safe. Especially that one you're thinking right now. And seriously, that's disgusting. Stay tuned for Level 44 and a new update to find out what this hacker wants!

It was found that the numbers, when translated from Hexadecimal to ASCII, resulted in the word "Database", implying the character Database would be implemented.

The level up message is Miss Hoover saying "You are still playing at Level 44? The kids have every right to make fun of you!".

Two new Friendship Points levels were also implemented in this update.

Characters

Image Character Unlock message Notes Database "Superfriends to the rescue!" Unlocked with Honest John's Computers. 100px Akira "Which is poison and which is the tasty fish?" Unlocked with the Happy Sumo. Mr. Teeny "Ook ook, ah ah!" Is a Friendship Points prize. One job: "Go for a Walk with Krusty".

Buildings

Image Name Cost Build time Task Notes Honest John's Computers 793,500 Unlocks Database. The Happy Sumo 100 Unlocks Akira.

Squidport

Image Name Cost Build time Task Notes Bloaters at the Squidport 487,500

Decorations

Image Name Cost Notes Plum Tree 325 Bonsai 12

Gameplay

Database Recovery Pt. 1

After the player logs in Power Plant MELTDOWN IMMINENT. MELTDOWN IMMINENT. LAST CHANCE TO CARRY NO REGRETS. Homer, good God, what are you doing?! You can't let an elephant drink up all the reactor coolant! It may be an incredible visual for all of us who can see inside the power plant, but it's also very dangerous. What, so I should let this majestic creature slurp water from a curb puddle like some common hippo? Spit out that coolant, Schnoozo! Stampy *trunk blast* Homer, why ya trying to blow up the town for the... …third time? Sixth? I lost count a while ago. This Springfield is a crummy imitation of the old one, and everyone named Homer knows it! Why it's missing this town's most famous landmark -- Honest John's Computers! Are you guys talking about Honest John's Computers? Man, I miss that place. Sure, Honest John's was the beating heart of this ‘burg. No one's disputing that. I always loved how it looks like an auto-body shop, even though they sold ‘puters. But I don't need to describe what Honest John's looks like. It's an image we all treasure. Truly, I would rather be mayor of North Korea than run a Springfield without Honest John's. Then let's just rebuild it in the town we have. Trust me, no one wants to start at the beginning remaking this thing. The player receives "Database Recovery Pt. 1" which is to "Build Honest John's Computers". It takes 24 hours. Database Gaaah! By Dr. Who’s Tardis, I’m back! Database Thank you for tirelessly working for my return, good citizens. Who the hells is that?

Database Recovery Pt. 2

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Delicious. To once more smell the grass and hear the jingles of home is wondrous. Again, whose is ya again? I heard we got a new kid! Is it... …oh, it's Database. I was hoping for Hubert Wong. Database I promise my presence will delight and-- Whatever, nerdburger. We've got Honest John's back! Time to celebrate by browsing marked up computers and computer accessories! Ah, Honest John's. Such a magical place! Why, their counting machines melt my hard drive into a floppy disk. Database That is not accurate to-- Ignore the child! To Honest John's and the Springfield of our dreams! The player receives "Database Recovery Pt. 2" which is to "Make Townspeople Hang Out at Honest John's Computers (x10)" and "Make Database Be Alone". It takes 6 and 24 hours. This mousepad looks like it's made of cheese. Oh bless you, Honest John's! Bless you!

Bonsai Vivant Pt. 1

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Lisa! Want to spend time bonding as social equals? You're the only Superfriend this town has. Database I fear Ham is lost for all eternity. I'd really like to, Data…Data… Database Database! Like the structured assemblage of information that can be sorted, modified, and deleted. You seem neat and all, but I need to get to Honest John's. I want to buy up their USB memory sticks. They'll be valuable, vintage collectibles once the aughts nostalgia craze happens. Database Oh. Okay. I guess I can focus on the hobby I'm famous for. ...Is it wheezing? Database Bonsai! Database Haven't you noticed whenever Bart's skateboarding or you're rejecting Milhouse, I'm in the background, next to a tiny tree? It's impossible to miss. The player receives "Bonsai Vivant Pt. 1" which is to "Make Database Plant Bonsai". It takes 12 hours.

Bonsai Vivant Pt. 2

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Ahhhh. Nothing is as relaxing as the ancient art of bonsai. It's way, WAY better than having friends. Database In fact, there's a lot of scholarship about how plants can actually listen. Database Are you eavesdropping on me right now, my baby Ent? Bonsai ... Database Well, dorks are cool nowadays, so I take your barbs as a compliment. Bonsai ... Database Quiet, Bonnie! Database And you better not scream when I prune you. Database It's no worse than a haircut, if hair were connected to the nervous system. The player receives "Bonsai Vivant Pt. 2" which is to "Make Database Prune Bonsai". It takes 12 hours. Bonsai !!!

Bonsai Vivant Pt. 3

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Oh, you came out nice, Bonnie. Database Now where can I get an ethnologically accurate pot to place you in? Akira May I be of service, sad weirdo? Akira As a Japanese person who does many Japanese-y things, I know much about bonsai. Akira My country created the practice to take our minds off tentacle pornography. Database Actually, bonsai originated in China, where it is called penjing or penzai. Database As early as the 6th century, diplomats took samples back to Japan and replanted the art form there. Akira Well, when my ancestors stole the idea, they yelled, “No backsies!” So it's pretty much ours. The player receives "Bonsai Vivant Pt. 3" which is to "Make Database Re-pot Bonsai". It takes 12 hours. Database Thank you, Akira. You've really Japanesed up my little tree something proper. Akira That's what I'm here for. Unless... I am not here. Akira As the famous Zen proverb explains: rain cannot make a flower grow nor wind fill a sail, if it has not been purchased from in-app premium content. Message Get Akira from the Build Menu to grow more Bonsai at the Happy Sumo. Message Or purchase Bonsai for a few donuts each in the Build Menu.

Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 1

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Hello, other children. Would anyone like to see my miniature forest? Database I would be happy to make one for you for the low, low price of social interaction. Eh, we good. We're all busy at the moment. Database Still RAMbunctious to take a BYTE out of Honest John's and C++ what more they have? Database I used wordplay to show that I'm fun. Wordplay is never fun. Anything you learn at school – words, numbers, self-identity and how to form meaningful peer relationships – is lame. I like wordplay-- Database FRIEND! Uh, thanks for your bonsai offer, Database. But while we're done with Honest John's, we've moved on to other things. I'm poking a hive of dying yellow jackets with a dried-up highlighter. And I'm leaning my rather large nose waaaay too close-- Children, whatever time it is, it's time for school! So you better not be busy on one of your so-called "missions." Database School! There's no way people can avoid interacting with me once they lock the doors! Database *sigh* That did not sound good. Self-awareness brings so much misery. The player receives "Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 1" which is to "Make Database Go to School" and "Make Children Go to School (x8)". It takes 6 hours. Database I forgot I'm in the Gifted Child program. Which in Springfield means my classes are by myself. Sshhh! Don't let Lisa hear you. I need her to stay in my class to raise the GPA, so I can keep my J-O-B. I spelled “job” correctly, right? Database Yes, Miss Hoover. And have tomorrow's lesson plan to me by 10pm tonight. I like to review it while my kelp-and-volcanic-mud facial sets.

Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 2

After tapping on Database's exclamation mark Database Hey Martin! We are like-minded types, i.e. losers, i.e. people who say i.e. -- want to hang? Hang? Now? I seem to recall wanting to “hang” once upon a more convenient hour, only to be turned aside like a Timon of Athens or other lesser work of The Bard. Database I'm sorry I didn't invite you to join Superfriends, Martin. Database The week we formed it you were a theater ponce, not a tech weenie. Database You change your interests around a lot. I am a general, catch-all dork-type and everyone knows it! Now good day, sir! Database Martin, we can be Superfriends 2.0. That's a reference to software upgrades I just thought of-- I SAID GOOD DAY! The player receives "Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 2" which is to "Make Martin Ride a Bike (x8)". It takes 8 hours. Ahhhh. Nothing restores balance to the mind like an 8 hour bike ride. Database So have you thought over Superfriends 2.0 yet? Think we got a real winner of a notion, I do. C'mon, Database. Take a hint. I said, “I SAID GOOD DAY” and everything. Database Oh. “Good day” means “go away.” I get it now. In this town, people can find you and talk to you no matter where you are or they are. That is super creepy. Though it does explain why we have no phones.

Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 3

After tapping on Dolph's exclamation mark Hey dweebus, you look sad. If you miss the old Springfield, I can make this place seem just like it. Database Uh, your words sound like a set up to beating me up. What? Dolph was expressing sincere thoughts of concern. Database He started off by insulting me. Database I thought he was insinuating he'd make new Springfield seem more familiar by hitting me, as he used to do in the past. One: Dolph uses insults to couch his emotions. That's just how Dolph is. Thanks for getting me, Nelson Butt-Muntz. Two: We were going to suggest visiting places that were important to you in the old town, and forging a new connection with those places. It helps us get through the day. You do not get to tell me when I am expressing empathy or not, D-Base! You don't know me! You're not my dream journal! Database I'm sorry, Dolph, truly I am. We're bullies, so we don't really do apologies. By our code, there's only one way to gain forgiveness. Database I understand. Please avoid breaking my glasses, if you can. Database Whoever is in charge has yet to build an optometrist's office. The player receives "Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 3" which is to "Make Database Get Bullied". It takes 8 hours.

Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 4

After tapping on Nelson's exclamation mark If I had been asked before what body part would be sorest after pounding on a nerd, I wouldn't have said the wrists. But my arm wigglers are barking! Database Thanks for spending some time with me, guys. Database If you want to meet up to bully me again, I'm open. I feel unclean inside. I need a bikini carwash for my soul. Database Doesn't have to be a serious thing. I get you have a lot going on. Database Just when you've got no one better to pick on, you know. Keep your giant, creep-o head away from us, D-Base! You've taken the purity of hurting those weaker than you and made it seem disgusting. The player receives "Seeking A Friend For The End Of This Update Pt. 4" which is to "Make Database Bully Himself". It takes 1 hour.

Yellow Blues

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira Ah, Springfield! It is pleasing to return to you, where I can do and say things referencing the culture of Japan. Akira I had feared I was trapped in yomi, the underground home of the dead in Shintoism. See, I'm doing it already. It's terrific you're back, Akira! Between you and me, Springfield has been looking awfully yellow lately. Akira Is that comment…because I'm Asian? WHUUUUT?! NO! No, I love races! And colors! In fact, rainbow is my favorite sherbet flavor. How could the color yellow apply to Asians? You're more pale than we are. Bart! You're not helping. Akira Even though I possess an awareness of racist ideas like “yellowface” and “yellow peril”, when I look at my hands, I have to admit the boy is right. Hey, you can't use those terms! They're only for fellow yellows to use with each other! Akira Mr. Homer, I have acted dishonorably and brought shame to my ancestors, two ways of feeling that pop culture says are appropriately Japanese-y. Akira To make amends, please bring your family to The Happy Sumo for a free dinner. Alright! Why let anger eat away at you when you can eat away your anger? The player receives "Yellow Blues" which is to "Make Akira Work a 24 Hour Shift" and "Make The Simpsons Family Take Advantage of a Free Mea (x6)". It takes 6 and 24 hours.

Fuguaboutit Pt. 1

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira Where are my loyal customers? The Happy Sumo used to be Springfield's Number One non-Krusty based restaurant. Akira We were *the* place to go for food-based dares! Well, the culinary scene has gotten more adventurous since you've been gone. Many Springfields already have a sushi establishment, Swanky Fish. And their health department grade is an A, I say with an accusing ‘ahem.' Akira So I have competition now? They may have superior sushi. But do they also serve sashimi? Yes. They do both. Akira Sushi and sashimi? That's our entire menu! Akira I need to grab customers' attention. Now is the time for the return of FUGU! Akira Dumb thrill seekers provide great word of mouth. Akira On an unrelated note, how do you prepare Fugu? The player receives "Fuguaboutit Pt. 1" which is to "Make Akira Serve Questionable Fugu" and "Make Springfielders Eat Questionable Fugu (x10)". It takes 1 and 2 hours. On behalf of my food-poisoned clients, I hope they all recover quickly, or you're in big trouble. On behalf of my 20% of any settlement, I hope at least one dies. I really like money.

Fuguaboutit Pt. 2

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira A class-action lawsuit is only a small setback. Akira Swanky Fish may have better tasting food that doesn't make people sick. Akira But they can't beat us on our cheapness or our willingness to operate at a loss. Akira No one cares about quality when the samples are free. The player receives "Fuguaboutit Pt. 2" which is to "Make Akira Hand Out Sushi Samples". It takes 4 hours. Akira People will be sold on the deliciousness of our raw fish once they've tried these day old pieces, warmed under the beating sun!

Demographic Rude-ity Pt. 1

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira I think I saw an alien while I was out. He was actually a pretty nice guy/thing. Akira Turned out, we both really like raw dolphin meat. Akira By the way, where are all the Asian people. Akira Are they all crammed into the Buddhist monastery, burning offerings to their ancestors? That is a good time. Yeah... Asian people... Comic Book Guy now has a Japanese wife. Akira That fat, hairy kaiju?! Is she a horrific creature from the sea as well? No, she's very pretty. And really easy to talk to. And smart. Doesn't say a lot of jokes though, but no worse than any other woman in town. The player receives "Demographic Rude-ity Pt. 1" which is to "Build Springfield Buddhist Temple" and "Make Akira Discretely Talk About Double Standards". It takes 12 hours.

Demographic Rude-ity Pt. 2

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira Hey, um, where are the Asian people? Heh... sooooo, remember when I mentioned Comic Book Guy's wife? Akira Yeah. That may or may not have been a long time ago, but it was just one conversation back. Sooooo… you and her are it. Akira What?! I've seen a space alien! Are you telling me there are half as many space aliens in this town as there are Asian people? There are actually possibly three aliens in this town... if the town belongs to a big spender. Akira THREE SPACE ALIENS?! There are more space aliens than Asian people?! Well, there is Apu. Does Indian count as Asian? Akira Our potato-headed, whiskey-soaked papist mayor is about to get an angry Asian earful. Akira And before you tell me what I said was racist, I never said Japanese people aren't racist. Just that this is messed up. The player receives "Demographic Rude-ity Pt. 2" which is to "Make Akira Take on City Hall". It takes 24 hours. I hear you and understand your frustration. This issue is hotter than spicy kimchi! Akira That's Korean. Er, is that the wrong type of youse? Siracha? Does that work? Akira This meeting has not gone well. Here me out in full. The 2010 Census says that 5.6% of the US population is Asian. By my count, we have more than 150 possible individuals in Springfield, not including outfits— Akira How many of those individuals speak? I bet you're counting pets! Limiting to only those who have said things, we have over 100 men, women, children, and whoozits like that. Counting you, Kumiko, and Nasapota…the Apus, we have an almost 5% Asian population. Demographically, we're pretty on par with the country. Additionally, three quarters of Asian-Americans are concentrated in 10 states. Perhaps Springfield isn't in one of those states. We might be a little more diverse than you give us credit for…speaking relative only to the least diverse parts of America.

A Deep Bonsai of Relief Pt. 1

After tapping on Akira's exclamation mark Akira That meeting was maddening. Akira Where is Cookie Kwan? Where is Hubert Wong and his parents? Akira Where are Tetsuo and Kaneda, my best friends that everyone in Springfield's Asian-American community know and love? Akira TETSUO! KANEDA! Akira Breathe, Akira, and visualize mini trees. Akira If I focus on my bonsai, it will help me stay zen, and other Japanese-y things. Anime. The player receives "A Deep Bonsai of Relief Pt. 1" which is to "Make Akira Plant a Bonsai". It takes 12 hours.

Friendship Points Levels

Image Level # Prize Cost 10 Marge Tetherball Statue 11 Mr. Teeny

Other changes made

Sourced from TSTOTopix - What Changed with the Level 44 Update?

• Two friend levels were added.
• Characters were added back into the Krustyland Goers character group. They were added with the Level 43 update, but removed with the Template:TOUC update.
• The Valentine's Pond was added to the decorations which can be placed in Krustyland.
• Shary Bobbins was moved from the Helpful Guest Stars character collection to More Oddballs.
• The Love Bench was added to the Benches group, which means it can be used for tasks which require a bench.
• Homer's 16 hour task from the 4th July 2014 event to "Safely Do His Job" was removed from his task list.
• Jimbo, Kearney, Dolph, Nelson, Sherri & Terri, and Martin now have the 6 hour task to Go To School. Bart, Lisa, Milhouse, Ralph, Rod, and Todd had the task already. Jimbo, Kearney, and Sherri & Terri will earn the premium rate (though Sherri & Terri only earn for one character unlike their other tasks). Database gets the task for one quest only.
• While Mr Teeny is locked, Krusty will still have the 12 hour task to Walk Mr Teeny and it will earn the regular rate of $420 and 100 XP. After Mr Teeny is unlocked, they’ll both do the task and it will require both Krusty and Mr Teeny to be free. It'll earn $840 and 200 XP.
• Eddie and Lou have their 4-hour tasks in Krustyland to "Ride The Viking Boat" restored, after being removed with the Clash of Clones Event update. Their 8 hour task to "Ride The Eyeballs Of Death" no longer pays premium. This has to be a mistake, as it is a premium attraction in Krustyland, and other non-premium characters like Lisa, Bart, and Comic Book Guy still earn premium for the same task.
• Building base multipliers updated. Level 36 buildings are now at the base rate, levels 37 & 38 at 1.3 times the base rate, level 39 at 1.4 times, level 40 at 1.6 times, level 41 at 2 times, level 42 at 3 times, and levels 43 and 44 at 4 times.
• The default building award for 8 hour buildings now earns 150 and 13 when it used to earn 135 and 15.
• Cool Lisa should now have sounds when touched or given jobs.

External links

• TSTONews - Database Patch 2 Pre-Launch

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