Originally Posted by VitaminBear
I think a good compromise would've been adjusting the reactivity based on how the player chose to be turned. If they wanted the rough option, they would've received the new kisses. If they wanted the gentle option, they would've received the old kisses.

This, but I think it should be based on whether you backpedal out of the breakup. The node flags clearly label Astarion as being abusive in that scene, so it makes sense a Tav that is intimidated out of breaking up with him would be afraid in subsequent scenes.

The "You're starting to scare me" option during the post ascension scene would be another strong candidate for introducing the flag, as the player is able to straight up express fear / uncertainty.

I would recommend against the "make it hurt" vs "be gentle" line, because it would be very reasonable for a character with a trauma response to choose "make it hurt" and it otherwise doesn't really have any obvious association with whether or not the player's character feels afraid of him. Also, considering you can technically get these kisses before this scene, it would be better to tie in the option sooner.

Last edited by Yharmeru; 09/09/24 02:11 AM.