Hi Scully. In VVO2 Chapter 1,
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the metal and forge bucket that your villagers placed at the anvil should be used to create a center piece for the water wheel. You’ll need to create 2 center pieces. If you’ve already done that, then your villagers need to attach them to the water wheel.
That being said, there could be a few reasons why you’re getting a message at the anvil that says that something else is needed. Are you able to send a message to Customer Support through the 'Help' button within your game and explain your situation?
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Kathy
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