While you can get engaged, some players and game hints suggest that a permanent marriage with Rochester is intentionally difficult or impossible to maintain. 3. General Success Tips

Each character has specific requirements and "stat checks" that determine if you can successfully romance or partner with them.

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If a choice corresponds to your highest stat, it has a much higher chance of success. Failing checks often results in a penalty to your relationship scores.

Your success in various checks depends on your primary attributes. It is generally better to focus on a few high stats rather than being a "jack of all trades".

Align your choices with the Reformists by committing to employee welfare. Deny accusations firmly at the soirée and join their cause.

Romancing Lessing requires high Charisma (often 70+ for the hardest checks). At Elkorn, choose to "deflect" to boost romance, and later, use "charm" after the derailment event.

Essential for high-level social checks and romancing characters like Lessing.