Alto family

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Description
''The Altos are new money. Their unscrupulous business practices have gotten them far in this town. Unofficially, they own most of the local shops. But how did their daughter become such a Goody Two-Shoes?
Members Holly Alto, Nick Alto, Vita Alto
Number of generations 2 generations
Family connections Landgraab family, Goth Family
Difficulty level 3 of 6
Other Information
Neighborhood Sunset Valley
Are the Altos from Bridgeport?

The Alto family first appeared in the "The Heist" trailer when the parents were arguing with each other because Mr. Alto let his sloppy side show. They have a business feud with the Landgraab family. Their last name is a pun on the television show, The Sopranos.

It has been revealed that they are the "bad guys" in town. The residents of Sunset Valley will have to pick the side of either the Altos with their uptown ideals or the Goth's more traditional views. The Altos aren't as involved in a conflict with the Goths, however, as they are with the Landgraabs. Even though they almost run the town, it is unknown why they don't seem to be in any other game (see their family theories for more info).

The family is described as "Nouveau Riche and Evil," and they fit the description perfectly. Both parents have either mean-spirited or evil as a trait, and it is clear that they have made enemies in town, particularly with the Landgraab family. According to the family bio, the Altos are ruthless, unafraid to plot the misfortune of those who stand in their way.

They are also clearly new money, as even though their house is lavish and luxurious, it is far tackier than the Landgraab mansion. It is a white and pink house with a rose garden out front that features many objects that appear to made out of solid gold (such as a staircase and bathtub). Holly is the only family member to break away from these trends, as she is neither cruel nor tacky.

It is revealed in The Sims 3: Late Night that a possible ancestor Ebenezer Alto, founded Bridgeport, which could mean that is where Nick, Vita, and Holly moved from, this is very sensable because they are rich and Bridgeport is a rich city.


Onomatology

Alto: "lower range of a woman's voices" "the range between soprano and tenor," "a singer whose voice lies within this range." "High" (Spanish/Portuguese)

Holly: A type of flower or "to prick," or "ear of corn"

Vita: variation of Victoria, "life."

Nick: Nicholas refers to the Greek Goddess of Victory, Nike, steal (informal)

Family tree

Members

Gallery

The Alto Home

House Funds: §104,859


Villa Alto: This executive home features multiple living areas and a stately home office. It is perfect for operating the family business... or accommodating the family that -is- the business.


Lot: 60 x 60 2br 2.5ba


Alto Family
Nick - Vita - Holly - Bert
Jareth - Trenton - Eleanor
Griffin
Alfonso - Lopita - Ashley


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