The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian Walkthrough: All Endings

In this complete The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian walkthrough, I explain the choices I use to establish Jerian’s Creed, reform the Empire, unite House Tempest, marry Lucretia, preserve the bloodline, win the Millennial Senate, and reach the Triumph ending. I also cover an alternative peaceful Reformer route, romance endings, important achievements, hidden event requirements, and the updated final political statistics.

Walkthrough: Endings and Achievements

I use two different Reformer paths in this guide. My updated main route focuses on Jerian’s Creed, House Tempest unity, Lucretia’s marriage route, Absolute Law, continuation of the bloodline, and a decisive victory in the Great War. The alternative route sacrifices some of that political and dynastic focus to protect more of Jerian’s childhood companions and resolve the final rebellion peacefully.

Warning: This Prince Jerian walkthrough contains major spoilers for all five chapters, political outcomes, relationships, achievements, and endings.

Table of Contents

I mark conditional events with an asterisk. These scenes only appear when I satisfy the listed relationship, personality, political, or story requirements. Some event and achievement names may differ slightly depending on the language or localization version I use.

Updated Main Route: House Tempest Unity and Lucretia Ending

On this route, I play Jerian as an educated and compassionate reformer who still understands the value of family authority, noble institutions, and political stability. I support Progress and the Rule of Law without completely destroying Arkn traditions, and I keep House Tempest powerful enough to survive the final crisis.

This route leads me toward Jerian’s Creed, marriage to Lucretia, a strong House Tempest, Absolute Law, the continuation of the bloodline, and Triumph. Because the updated ending finishes with moderate Equality rather than maximum Equality, I treat the separate Reformer achievement route as a replay variation explained later in the guide.

Chapter I: Oblivion

During the first chapter, I concentrate on Wisdom, diplomacy, Jerian’s bond with Cornelius and Ferdinand, and his ability to preserve part of his personality while resisting the River of Blood.

The Stranger: I examine the stranger more closely. This leaves me with Reason 6 and Passion 4.
Cornelius’ Lesson: I insist on receiving the reading lesson. Wisdom reaches 2.
Open Doors: I reach Diplomacy 2 and Management 2.
Divine Grace: I learn about both Gods. Wisdom reaches 3.
The Lotless: I reach Wisdom 4.
The Fate of Man: I refuse to drink. Martha gains +1.
Past, Present, Future: I propose my own lesson topic. Wisdom reaches 5, Cornelius gains +2, and Ferdinand gains +3.
The Duty of a Noble: I fight with all my strength. Martha reaches +2.
Justice and Compassion: I remain with Alfred. Wisdom reaches 6.
*Shadows of the Future: I accompany Ferdinand. This requires Management or Wisdom 3 and gives me Wisdom 7 and Ferdinand +4.
*The Final Sermon: I persuade Martha to reconsider. This requires Martha +2 and gives me Wisdom 8 and Martha +3.
Hour of Trial: I deliver the carefully prepared speech. This unlocks Worthy Student, raises Diplomacy to 3, and increases Cornelius to +3.
Tempest: I resist the River of Blood. I finish the chapter with Sanity 4, Will 6, Blood 4, and Legacy +5.

I deliberately accept the loss of one Sanity point during Jerian’s transformation. By preserving part of his former personality, I gain more freedom to make independent decisions in the later chapters.

Chapter I Achievements

Oblivion
Worthy Student
Precious Fragment

Chapter II: The Heir

In Chapter II, I strengthen House Tempest, build cooperation between Worthy Arkns and human nobles, preserve my engagement to Lucretia, and reject personal family projects that would divide the house.

Brave New World: I receive Legacy +10.
Family Portrait: I invite Ferdinand. I reach Love 6 and Law 4, while Ferdinand reaches +5 and Guy reaches +3.
*The Crack: I choose Blood. This scene requires Sanity 4 and leaves me with Reason 7, Will 5, Love 7, Passion 3, Blood 5, and Law 3.
Triumph of the Best: I choose no motto. I reach Will 6, Blood 4, and Diplomacy 4.
The Great Game: I grow closer to my family. Utter reaches +3, Servilia reaches +3, and Cornelius reaches +4.
Lessons in Gallantry: I leave Camilla with Guy. I reach Reason 8, Passion 2, and Diplomacy 5, while Guy reaches +4.
The Emperor’s Will: I select the winners while taking their connections into account. Utter reaches +4.
Vision of the Future: I invite both Worthy Arkns and human nobles. Worthy Arkns reach 13, Human Nobility reaches 12, Management reaches 3, Diplomacy reaches 6, and Cornelius reaches +5.
The Right of Strength: I accept Jerian the First. I reach Will 3 and Blood 7 and receive Legacy +20.
Project Choice: I order a resource survey. House Tempest Strength reaches 17.
A World Without Borders: I propose a compromise. Ferdinand reaches +5.
A Gift for the Prince: I order her to dance. Great Houses reach 13, Diplomacy reaches 7, and Ovidius Lucullus gains +1.
*The Emperor’s Dream: I conduct the ceremony. I need Utter at +3 or higher and must have rejected his personal project. Old Faith reaches 13, New Faith reaches 12, Dogma reaches 4, and Utter remains at +3.
The Feast: I decide that Cornelius must apologize. Servilia reaches +4, Cornelius reaches +4, and Guy reaches +5.
A Miracle Without Grace: I tell the truth. Wisdom reaches 9, and Orgriff gains +2.
Masquerade: I appeal to the Arkns. Servilia reaches +5.
*Beyond the Horizon: I create a trading fleet. I need Ferdinand at +3 or higher and must have rejected his personal project. Human Nobility reaches 13, Commoners reach 11, Tradition falls by 1, and Ferdinand reaches +4.
The Bride: I invoke the Law of the Twins and preserve my engagement. I receive Legacy +25, reach Love 6 and Law 4, and raise Lucretia to +1.
Prayer: I preserve the prayers. Wisdom reaches 10.
The Sacred Pact: I reject Eric the Saint. I reach Will 4 and Blood 6.
Project Choice: I select the Best Teachers. I reach Reason 9, Passion 1, Diplomacy 8, Management 4, and Wisdom 11.
*The Lesser Branch: I reform the order. I need Servilia at +3 or higher and must have rejected her personal project. I receive Legacy +20, Worthy Arkns and Human Nobility reach 14, Progress and Dogma return to 0, Servilia reaches +4, and Ferdinand reaches +5.
*Crisis of Tradition: I support the University. Great Houses fall to 11, Old Faith reaches 12, Progress rises to 1, Unrest reaches 2, Reason reaches 10, and Passion falls to 0.
At the Heart’s Command: I meet Lucretia. I reach Love 4, Law 6, and Diplomacy 9, while Lucretia reaches +2.
The Emperor’s Rest: I swear the Oath of Unity. I receive the Oath of Unity and Pater Familias conditions, House Tempest Strength reaches 19, I receive Legacy +30, and I finish with Will 3 and Blood 7.
Address to the People: I calm my subjects. I unlock Love of the People, increase every estate by 1, and reduce Unrest by 1.

I reject Utter’s, Ferdinand’s, and Servilia’s personal projects because they consume resources and pull House Tempest in conflicting directions. Keeping the family united is more important for this ending than supporting every relative’s private ambition.

Chapter II Achievements

Heir of the Tempests
Head of the Family
Love of the People

Chapter III: The Great Censor

Chapter III is where I begin transforming the Empire directly. The updated route changes several important decisions from the earlier version of this walkthrough. I now remove Flavius’ collar, limit the Small Quorums, establish Friendship with the Vassals, and trigger Cracks in the Glass before the chapter ends.

Tarquin’s Legacy: I accept money from the followers of the New Faith. Old Faith reaches 11, New Faith reaches 14, and Elitism falls by 1.
Law Above Love: I force the subject to change their Lot. Worthy Arkns remain at 14, I reach Will 4 and Blood 6, and Wisdom reaches 12.
The Triumvirate: I negotiate a compromise. I receive Legacy +25, Cornelius reaches +5, and Monrog gains +1.
The Great Censor: I prove that the subsidies are harmful. Progress reaches 2, and Monrog reaches +2.
The Ugly Swan: I remove the collar. Flavius gains +2 and is freed.
A Common Cause: I refuse diplomatically. Diplomacy reaches 10.
Project Choice: I build a Personal Library. I reach Reason 10, Passion 0, Diplomacy 11, Management 5, and Wisdom 13.
The Fate of the Subdued: I close the Houses of Humility. Old Faith falls to 9, New Faith rises to 15, Dogma falls by 1, I reach Love 4 and Law 6, Lucius Diamant gains +1, and Cornelius reaches +5.
Founding of the Republic: I guide Aquilius Tempest. I reach Love 5 and Law 5.
Small Quorum: I satisfy both sides. New Faith reaches 17, Commoners reach 14, Progress reaches 3, and Equality and Elitism remain at 0.
*Crisis of Elitism: I limit the Small Quorums. Equality remains at 0, Elitism reaches 1, Reason falls to 9, and Passion rises to 1.
Forbidden Luxury: I replace the ban with a tax. I receive Legacy +20, Worthy Arkns reach 12, Equality remains at 0, and Lucius Diamant reaches +2.
*Warmth of the Hearth: I continue the evening with my family. I receive Legacy +25, while Utter reaches +4 and Servilia, Cornelius, Guy, and Ferdinand reach +5.
Unequal Marriage: I consult Lucretia. New Faith reaches 18, and Equality reaches 1.
The Alliance Falls Apart: I unite the Council. Equality reaches 2, Diplomacy reaches 12, Cornelius reaches +5, Lucius Diamant reaches +3, and Monrog gains +1.
*Code of Laws: This is a mandatory scene on the route. Dogma reaches 1, Equality reaches 3, and Unrest reaches 1.
Foundations of Politics: I accept Glad. I receive Legacy +30 and return to Reason 10 and Passion 0.
Birth of a Prince: I distract the guests. Great Houses reach 11, and Ovidius Lucullus reaches +2.
*Siege of the University: This mandatory scene raises Unrest to 2.
A Matron’s Duty: I expel Monrog. I reach Reason 9 and Passion 1, Servilia remains at +5, and Monrog falls to 0.
*The Dowry: I mint the Tempest coat of arms. Great Houses reach 12, Worthy Arkns reach 13, I receive Legacy +30, I reach Will 3 and Blood 7, and Lucretia reaches +3.
A Celebration for Everyone: I stop Servilia. Great Houses reach 11, Human Nobility reaches 17, I return to Reason 10 and Passion 0, Cornelius remains at +5, and Servilia reaches +4.
*Philippic: This mandatory scene raises Progress to 4 and Unrest to 3.
A Counselor’s Duty: I return Milanid. Cornelius remains at +5, Monrog falls to -1, and Lucius Diamant reaches +4.
Uncomfortable Questions: I accept Utter’s choice. I reach Love 7 and Law 3, and Utter reaches +5.
Project Choice: I establish Friendship with the Vassals. House Tempest Strength reaches 21.
Lost Peace: I go with Flavius. I receive Legacy +30, reach Reason 8 and Passion 2, and raise Flavius to +3.
Dishonor: I restrain my anger. I receive Legacy +25, and Marcius Milanid reaches +1.
*March of Collars: This mandatory scene raises Unrest to 4.
The Fate of Cornelius: I appoint Cornelius as Governor. I unlock Governor, Commoners reach 16, Unrest reaches 5, and Cornelius receives the Governor status.
*Cracks in the Glass: I forgive Angelius. This event requires Unrest 5 or higher. Worthy Arkns reach 15, Human Nobility reaches 19, Commoners reach 18, Diplomacy reaches 13, and Milanid returns to 0.
The Unpaid Debt: I ask the people for a loan. I unlock Human Rights. Great Houses reach 9, Worthy Arkns reach 14, Human Nobility reaches 20, Commoners reach 19, Progress reaches 5, Equality reaches 4, and Monrog falls to -2.
*The Rise of Progress: I make the courses optional. Human Nobility and Commoners reach 20, Progress reaches 6, Unrest falls to 4, Reason reaches 9, and Passion reaches 1.
Faith for Blood: I disrupt the ritual. I unlock The Elder’s Love, reset Rule of Law and Dogma to 0, and finish with Love 9 and Law 1.
*Crisis of Dogma: I strengthen the Prefecture’s influence. Old Faith reaches 7, New Faith reaches 17, Rule of Law reaches 1, Unrest falls to 3, and I finish with Will 4 and Blood 6.

Chapter III Achievements

Debts of the Tempests
Governor
On the Path of Reform
The Elder’s Love

Chapter IV: Creed

In Chapter IV, I write the political and religious foundations of Jerian’s Creed. I establish equality before the law, recognize both Churches, preserve human nobility, create a limited monarchy, and maintain House Tempest as a Great House.

Farewell to Guy: I refuse Guy. Council Compliance reaches 6, Diplomacy reaches 14, and Guy remains at +4.
*The Accusation of Junius Diamant: This mandatory scene raises Rule of Law to 2 and Unrest to 4.
Fratricide: I protect Dion. I receive Legacy +20, reach Love 10 and Law 0, and earn Dion’s gratitude.
Arkn Unity: I abstain. Equality reaches 3.
*The Unofficial Committee: I refuse Arkwright. This requires Human Rights and raises Lucius Diamant to +3.
Harder Than Diamond: I reconcile the duelists. I receive Legacy +15, Progress reaches 7, Council Compliance reaches 7, and Monrog falls to -1.
*The Severed Branch: I accept Dion. I receive Legacy +25, maintain Love 10, and form a bond with Dion.
Night of the Ancestors: I accept Eric the Saint’s mask. I receive Legacy +30, reach Love 8 and Law 2, and raise Lucretia to +4.
The Pontiff’s Word: I accept Junius. Old Faith reaches 4, New Faith reaches 19, Rule of Law reaches 3, Reason reaches 10, Orgriff gains +1, and Junius becomes the voice of the New Faith.
*Wrath of the Old Faith: I replace the textbooks. Old Faith reaches 5, and Unrest reaches 5.
Article “On Religion”: I establish equality between the two Churches. Council Compliance reaches 6, Orgriff returns to 0, and Gnaeus Metell reaches +2.
Project Choice: I establish the Noble Assembly. Worthy Arkns reach 16, and Equality reaches 2.
*The Deal: I leave the reception. This requires Arkwright’s arrest, and Commoners reach 19.
Shadows of the Ancient Gods: I support Milanid. Great Houses reach 11, Old Faith reaches 4, New Faith reaches 18, Diplomacy reaches 15, and Orgriff falls to -1.
*Confession: I embrace Junius. I reach Love 10 and Law 0, and Junius becomes Jerian’s confessor.
People’s Tribune: I pardon the Arkns and the rebels. New Faith reaches 16, Equality reaches 3, Orgriff returns to 0, Milanid falls to -1, and Gnaeus Metell reaches +3.
Article “On the Rights of the Arkns”: I establish equality before the law. I receive Legacy +25, Council Compliance reaches 5, Monrog falls to -2, and Lucius Diamant reaches +4.
Project Choice: I establish the College of Law. Human Nobility reaches 20, and Rule of Law reaches 4.
*Storm Clouds Gather: This mandatory scene raises Unrest to 6.
Restless Spirit: I support Orgriff. I reach Love 9, Law 1, and Wisdom 14, while Flavius gains +2 and Orgriff reaches +1.
Union of Two Hearts: I turn away from the Primate. I return to Love 10 and Law 0, and Utter reaches +5.
Unexpected Audit: I support Milanid. Milanid returns to 0.
Order of the Holy Warriors: I replace the Grand Master. Old Faith reaches 3, New Faith reaches 14, Human Nobility reaches 20, House Tempest Strength reaches 22, and Management reaches 6.
The Emperor’s Seal: I keep the seal. I receive Legacy +20, Worthy Arkns reach 17, Human Nobility remains at 20, Council Compliance reaches 4, Monrog remains at -2, and Utter reaches +5.
Article “On Human Rights”: I preserve human nobility. Council Compliance falls to 2, and Lucius Diamant reaches +5.
*Split in the Council: I reunite the Council. Council Compliance reaches 3, and Monrog rises to -1.
Project Choice: I recruit Talented Officers. House Tempest Strength reaches 24.
A Nest of Snakes: I settle the conflict. I receive Legacy +10, and Flavius gains +1.
Sandstorm: I reconcile both sides. I reach Will 3 and Blood 7, Camilla separates from Monrog, and Guy reaches +5.
The Circle of La-Tari: I reject both sides. I reach Will 4 and Blood 6.
The Tribunal: I pardon the followers of the New Faith. I receive Legacy +5, Old Faith reaches 1, New Faith reaches 16, Rule of Law reaches 5, Junius is acquitted, Orgriff returns to 0, and Milanid falls to -1.
*The Rise of Law: I create a unified Code of Sin. Worthy Arkns reach 19, Human Nobility remains at 20, Rule of Law reaches 6, Unrest reaches 5, and I finish with Will 5 and Blood 5.
Article “On the Form of Government”: I establish a limited monarchy.
Project Choice: I create the Tempest genealogical tree. I receive Legacy +15 and reach Will 4 and Blood 6.
An Honest Conversation: I answer yes. I receive Legacy +20, reach Will 3 and Blood 7, raise Lucretia to +5, and confirm the engagement.
Article “On House Tempest”: I preserve House Tempest as a Great House. Council Compliance reaches 4, and Milanid gains +1.
*A Joyless Celebration: This story scene occurs because Arkwright is not my ally and is no longer able to support me.
A Sense of the End: I declare that the Creed is an ideal. I reach Will 4 and Blood 6.
*Recognition of the New Faith: I secure formal recognition of the New Faith. Old Faith falls to 0, New Faith reaches 18, Commoners reach 20, and Equality reaches 4.
*Rebellion of the Old Faith: I resolve the problem quietly. Unrest reaches 7.
The Wedding: I marry Lucretia. Great Houses reach 13, Worthy Arkns reach 20, and Lucretia remains at +5.
*The Sacrifice: I preach about Love. I unlock Godfighter, Old Faith remains at 0, New Faith and Commoners reach 20, Equality reaches 5, Love reaches 10, and Orgriff becomes estranged.
*The Rise of Equality: I limit the rights of both tribunes. New Faith and Commoners remain at 20, Equality reaches 6, Unrest falls to 6, and Love remains at 10.
*A Great Wife: I strengthen the Tempest forces. House Tempest Strength reaches 26.
*Jerian Tempest’s Creed: The event appears because I have completed the political, personal, religious, and relationship requirements needed to establish Jerian’s own Creed.

Chapter IV Achievements

Creed
Jerian’s Creed
Doomed
Mother Was Right
Recognition of the New Faith

Chapter V: The Millennial Senate

In the final chapter, I complete Progress and Rule of Law, increase House Tempest Strength to 29, preserve Lucretia’s child, accept Cornelius as a military commander, fulfill the Oath of Unity, proclaim Jerian’s Creed, and win the Senate.

Supremacy of Honor: Unrest falls to 4.
Love of the People: I conduct an investigation. I receive Legacy +15, Worthy Arkns and Human Nobility reach 20, Rule of Law reaches 7, and Reason reaches 10.
Knowing No Mercy: I reject Claudius. Reason remains at 10.
First Journey – Constantia: I allow Marcianism. Old Faith reaches 0, Human Nobility remains at 20, Rule of Law reaches 8, and House Tempest Strength reaches 28.
*Triumph of Law: I promise amnesty. Worthy Arkns reach 19, Old Faith remains at 0, New Faith reaches 18, Human Nobility remains at 20, Rule of Law reaches 9, Unrest reaches 5, and I finish with Will 5 and Blood 5.
*A Spouse’s Duty: I punish those responsible. I receive Legacy +10, Commoners reach 18, I reach Will 4 and Blood 6, and Lucretia is avenged.
Second Journey – Fiona: I disband the legion. Human Nobility reaches 18, Commoners reach 20, Progress reaches 8, and House Tempest Strength reaches 27.
*Triumph of Progress: I support the University. Great Houses reach 11, Old Faith remains at 0, Human Nobility reaches 17, Commoners remain at 20, Progress reaches 9, and Reason remains at 10.
The Guns of Eliria: I negotiate with the rebels. Great Houses reach 9, Worthy Arkns reach 18, New Faith reaches 19, Human Nobility reaches 19, and Commoners remain at 20.
*And the Younger Said: I remain silent. The Younger remains unaware.
*Patricide: I accept Julia. I receive Legacy +20, reach Will 7 and Blood 3, and Julia receives her lesson of freedom.
Third Journey – Valley of Flowers: I allow the Council. Old Faith remains at 0, and New Faith reaches 20.
The Color of the Nation: I organize the assault. I receive Legacy +15, Great Houses reach 7, Worthy Arkns reach 19, Old Faith remains at 0, Equality reaches 5, and Unrest reaches 4.
*And the Elder Said: I remain silent. The Elder remains unaware.
Fourth Journey – Astinia: I confirm House Tempest’s authority. Worthy Arkns reach 18, New Faith reaches 19, and House Tempest Strength reaches 29.
A Spark in the Darkness: I put the rebel leaders on trial. Great Houses reach 6, Human Nobility reaches 20, Reason remains at 10, and Management reaches 7.
*Wrath of the Great Houses: I find a compromise. Great Houses reach 7, and Unrest reaches 5.
March of Justice: The rebellion is crushed. Unrest falls to 3, House Tempest Strength temporarily reaches 25, and Rule of Law reaches 10.
*Absolute Law: I trigger this event by reaching Rule of Law 10 while the relevant Arkn tyranny and Monrog dictatorship conditions are active. Worthy Arkns reach 16, New Faith reaches 16, Old Faith remains at 0, Unrest reaches 5, and I reach Will 9 and Blood 1.
*Life for Life: I preserve the child. Great Houses reach 8, Worthy Arkns reach 17, Old Faith reaches 1, and Lucretia becomes a mother.
*A Snapped String: I offer Flavius a role at court. I receive Legacy +10, Great Houses reach 10, Worthy Arkns reach 19, and Flavius becomes a courtier.
*Governor of Constantia: I accept Cornelius. House Tempest Strength reaches 28, and Cornelius becomes a military commander.
Family Bonds: I gather only my closest family members. House Tempest Strength reaches 29, Love reaches 10, and the Oath of Unity is fulfilled.
*Verdict: I call upon the Gods. This produces the Come and See result.
Blood Oath: I preserve my freedom. I receive Legacy +15.
*The Manifesto: I address all my subjects. Every estate gains +1.
In the Senate: I present Jerian’s Creed. The Senate accepts the Creed, and I reach the Triumph ending.

Chapter V Achievements

Millennial Senate
Absolute Law
Return of the Mentor
Continuation of the Bloodline
Unity of the Tempests
Second Coming
Worthy Arkn
Wanderer
The Creed Revealed to the World
Triumph

Updated Main Route Final Statistics

After I complete the updated Tempest unity route and proclaim the Manifesto, I finish with the following political values:

Unrest: 5
Progress: 9
Tradition: 0
Equality: 5
Elitism: 0
Rule of Law: 10
Dogma: 0

My final House Tempest and estate statistics are:

House Tempest Strength: 29
Great Houses: 16 with Loyalty 11
Worthy Arkns: 23 with Loyalty 20
Old Faith Clergy: 15 with Loyalty 0
New Faith Clergy: 17 with Loyalty 20
Human Nobility: 36 with Loyalty 20
Commoners: 33 with Loyalty 20

Main Route Ending

After I present Jerian’s Creed, the Old Faith launches an uprising against the new imperial order. The followers of the Old Faith face the combined strength of the Worthy Arkns, human nobles, New Faith clergy, and commoners, while the Great Houses remain largely neutral. The conflict lasts less than a year and ends in Jerian’s victory.

Orgriff is removed from the Council after the war. When Utter II eventually dies, Jerian’s military victory and successful rule lead to his election as Emperor. The reformed Empire is governed through Progress, secular law, and moderate Equality. Noble privileges survive, but every estate receives legal protection, and the Emperor can no longer rule as an unchecked tyrant.

House Tempest becomes one of the strongest dynasties in the Empire and directly controls Arknia, Hermia, and Astinia. Cornelius redeems himself by protecting Guy during the war and dies in battle with full honors. Guy marries Camilla and later becomes Great Chancellor, Ferdinand dedicates himself to medicine, and Flavius spends his life writing poetry and caring for his gardens.

Lucretia gives birth to a son named Guy and a daughter named Diana. She raises both children personally instead of following the traditional Arkn custom of distancing parents from their children. Jerian survives into maturity with his mind mostly intact, although he occasionally suffers from insomnia. Monrog later revives the Republic in his province, leaving a possible source of future conflict.

Alternative Route: Peaceful Reformer Ending

I use this alternative route when I want Jerian to establish his Creed, win the Senate, sever his connection to the River of Blood, save more of his childhood companions, and resolve the final rebellion through concessions instead of a decisive military and legal crackdown.

This route follows a substantially different relationship and political path. I therefore recommend starting it from a clean Chapter I save instead of attempting to change routes near the ending.

Chapter I: Peaceful Reformer Choices

The Stranger: I take a closer look at the stranger.
Cornelius’ Lesson: I insist on the reading lesson.
Divine Grace: I learn about both Gods.
The Fate of Man: I refuse to drink.
Past, Present, Future: I suggest my own topic.
The Duty of a Noble: I fight with my full strength.
Justice and Compassion: I stay with Alfred.
Shadows of the Future: I go with Ferdinand.
The Final Sermon: I persuade Martha to change her mind.
Hour of Trial: I rush to help my friends.
True Friends: I stay with Martha.
Tempest: I resist the River of Blood.

Chapter II: Peaceful Reformer Choices

Family Portrait: I invite Ferdinand.
Triumph of the Best: I choose the Burden of the Worthiest.
The Great Game: I grow closer to the people.
Lessons in Gallantry: I leave Camilla with Guy.
The Long-Awaited Meeting: I offer my patronage.
The Emperor’s Will: I select the winners according to their skill.
Vision of the Future: I invite both Worthy Arkns and human nobles.
The Right of Strength: I call for mercy.
Project Choice: I select the Best Teachers.
A World Without Borders: I propose a compromise.
A Gift for the Prince: I choose the fairy tale about love.
The Emperor’s Dream: I let my father go.
The Feast: I go to the University.
A Miracle Without Grace: I support the convert to the New Faith.
Masquerade: I appeal to the Arkns.
Beyond the Horizon: I support Ferdinand.
Birth of a Knight: I prepare Emil.
The Bride: I break off the engagement.
Prayer: I ask Agatha for advice.
The Sacred Pact: I guide Eric the Saint.
Project Choice: I build a Personal Library.
At the Heart’s Command: I meet Agatha.
The Emperor’s Rest: I remain silent.
Address to the People: I calm the people.

Chapter III: Peaceful Reformer Choices

Tarquin’s Legacy: I accept money from the followers of the New Faith.
Law Above Love: I order them to speak.
The Triumvirate: I support Cornelius.
Crisis of Tradition: I do not interfere with the scholars.
The Great Censor: I abolish the subsidies.
The Ugly Swan: I invite the mentor.
A Common Cause: I refuse diplomatically.
Crisis of Elitism: I refuse Guy.
Project Choice: I select Disputes and Debates.
Share Your Pain: I free Agatha’s father.
Wrath of the Old Faith: I allow the Scripture to be read.
The Fate of the Subdued: I close the Houses of Humility.
Founding of the Republic: I reject Aquilius Tempest.
Small Quorum: I accept both amendments.
Manor of Mischief: I guide Martha.
Forbidden Luxury: I keep the ban in place.
Unequal Marriage: I make an exception for Cato.
The Alliance Falls Apart: I vote for the Code of Laws.
Foundations of Politics: I accept Glad.
Crisis of Dogma: I refuse the patriarchs.
Rebellion of the Old Faith: I resolve the problem quietly.
Birth of a Prince: I distract the guests.
Wrath of the Great Houses: I execute the Arkns.
A Matron’s Duty: I expel Monrog.
A Celebration for Everyone: I stop Servilia.
A Counselor’s Duty: I lead Orgriff away.
Uncomfortable Questions: I accept Utter’s choice.
Project Choice: I write the Scientific Treatise.
Lost Peace: I go with Flavius.
Dishonor: I accuse both sides.
The Fate of Cornelius: I appoint Cornelius as Governor.
Cracks in the Glass: I punish Angelius.
The Unpaid Debt: I ask the people for a loan.
Rebellion of the Great Houses: I resolve the problem quietly.
Faith for Blood: I disrupt the ritual.

Chapter IV: Peaceful Reformer Choices

Farewell to Guy: I refuse Guy.
Fratricide: I protect Dion.
The Giving Hand: I suppress the rebellion.
Arkn Unity: I support Orgriff.
Golden Cage: I let Agatha go.
The Unofficial Committee: I offer a compromise.
The Rise of Equality: I limit the authority of both tribunes.
Harder Than Diamond: I support Diamant.
The Severed Branch: I accept Dion.
Night of the Ancestors: I accept Eric the Saint’s mask.
The Pontiff’s Word: I accept Junius.
Article “On Religion”: I establish equality between the two Churches.
Project Choice: I select Practical Education.
The Deal: I give my word.
The Rise of Progress: I make the courses optional.
Shadows of the Ancient Gods: I support Orgriff.
Confession: I reject Junius.
People’s Tribune: I pardon the Arkns and the rebels.
Article “On the Rights of the Arkns”: I establish equality before the law.
Project Choice: I order a Resource Survey.
Restless Spirit: I leave.
Union of Two Hearts: I reject both sides.
Unexpected Audit: I entrust the investigation to the Chancellor.
Order of the Holy Warriors: I replace the Grand Master.
Dangerous Connections: I eliminate Servilia.
Wrath of the Worthy Arkns: I find a compromise.
Night Visits: I treat Agatha’s wounds.
The Emperor’s Seal: I give the seal to Monrog.
Word of Honor: I free my friends.
Triumph of Equality: I support the followers of the New Faith.
Article “On Human Rights”: I preserve human nobility.
Project Choice: I establish the Noble Assembly.
Capital Legate: I deny the request.
The Price of Dreams: I refuse Ferdinand.
A Nest of Snakes: I trust Flavius.
Sandstorm: I reconcile both sides.
Clusters of Wrath: I stop the rebellion.
The Circle of La-Tari: I accept La-Tari.
The Tribunal: I pardon the followers of the New Faith.
Pangs of Conscience: I choose Love.
Great Love: I stop my father.
Article “On the Form of Government”: I abstain.
Project Choice: I establish the Society of Science and Arts.
An Honest Conversation: I answer, “You already have your answer.”
Article “On House Tempest”: I preserve hereditary rule by House Tempest.
The Crack: I choose Blood.
A Sense of the End: I declare that the Creed is an ideal.
The Wedding: I marry Lucretia.
A Great Wife: I remind Lucretia of House Tempest’s greatness.

Chapter V: Peaceful Reformer Choices

Love of the People: I conduct an investigation.
Knowing No Mercy: I reject Claudius.
Travel Destination: I visit Astinia.
A Divided Province: I protect the cities.
A Spouse’s Duty: I refuse revenge.
Travel Destination: I visit Magra.
The Art of Building Bridges: I support Guy.
The Guns of Eliria: I negotiate with the rebels.
Patricide: I accept Julia.
The Primate’s Duty: I reject Orgriff.
Travel Destination: I visit Fiona.
The Rebel Legion: I bring the legion to submission.
The Color of the Nation: I launch the assault.
Travel Destination: I visit Monia.
Closer to the Earth: I lead the peasants away.
The Glorious Hunt: I stop Flavius.
Breaking Point: I choose Love.
A Spark in the Darkness: I make concessions.
The Price of Honor: I stop the duel.
Governor of Constantia: I invite Cornelius back to the Council.
Family Bonds: I gather only my closest family members.
Blood Oath: I sever my connection to the River of Blood.
The Manifesto: I address my vassals.
In the Senate: I present Jerian’s Creed.

Peaceful Reformer Route Achievements

By following the peaceful Reformer route, I can unlock a mixture of chapter, relationship, political, skill, and ending achievements.

Story Achievements

Oblivion
Heir of the Tempests
Debts of the Tempests
Creed
Millennial Senate

Additional Achievements

Strong Bond
Precious Fragment
Governor
On the Path of Reform
The Elder’s Love
Recognition of the New Faith
Mother Was Right
Jerian’s Creed
Legacy of the Forsaken
Wanderer
Peacemaker
Worthy Vassals
Return of the Mentor
The Forsaken
Triumph
The Creed Revealed to the World
Peerless Philosopher
Peerless Administrator
Path of Equality

How I Unlock the Reformer Achievement

The updated Tempest unity route prioritizes Absolute Law, political stability, and House Tempest Strength, so it ends with Equality 5 rather than a fully maximized Equality result. When I specifically want the Reformer achievement, I use a separate stat-focused replay and aim for at least 8 Progress, 8 Equality, and 8 Rule of Law.

I preserve the reform foundations from the main walkthrough but switch to the strongest available Equality options during Chapters III and IV. I also use the following Chapter V decisions to complete Progress and Rule of Law:

I travel to Constantia and allow Marcianism.
I support the University when the Progress triumph event appears.
I choose the Equality-increasing resolution during The Color of the Nation.
I put the rebel leaders on trial or use the strongest available Rule of Law resolution during A Spark in the Darkness.
I create the unified Code of Sin during The Rise of Law.
I restore Cornelius to a position where his final event can provide the remaining political or achievement result I need.

I keep a Chapter IV and Chapter V save before attempting this variation because the Equality-maximizing decisions can change estate loyalty, the rebellion outcome, and the cost of victory.

Alternative Romance Endings

The Reformer walkthrough gives me useful chapter replay points for Lucretia, Agatha, and Camilla. I can reload the relevant chapter instead of repeating the entire game for every relationship achievement.

Lucretia Endings

I replay from Chapter V, preserve my marriage to Lucretia, and choose the required revenge or bloodline decisions.

Lucretia as Empress: Co-Rulers
Lucretia as Mother: Continuation of the Bloodline

Agatha Endings

I replay from Chapter IV and commit to Agatha’s relationship path near the end of the chapter.

Agatha as Beloved: Miracle of Love with the Home ending
Agatha as Mentor: Wrath of the Younger with the Foot ending and Embrace of Love with the Summit ending
Agatha as Chosen One: Misalliance and Second Coming during Come and See
Agatha as Prophet: To Love This World during Beloved Student

Camilla Endings

I replay from Chapter II and continue Camilla’s relationship path instead of leaving her story connected only to Guy.

Camilla as Companion: Homewrecker
Camilla’s Lesson of Freedom: Broken Chains. I need Will 8 or must sacrifice Sanity to pass the requirement.
Camilla as a Slave of Blood: Slave of Blood

How I Unlock Untouchable Vassals

To unlock Untouchable Vassals, I follow the alternative Martha and Emil storyline across multiple chapters. The necessary conditions are easy to miss, so I keep a separate save before Birth of a Knight.

In Chapter II, I make Emil my Favorite during Birth of a Knight.
In Chapter III, I make Martha a Libertine during Manor of Mischief.
In Chapter IV, I turn Emil and Martha into Libertines.
In Chapter V, I protect Emil and Martha and make them Untouchable.

Which Prince Jerian Route Should I Choose?

I use the updated Tempest unity route when I want the most complete dynastic ending: Jerian’s Creed, Lucretia’s marriage, continuation of the bloodline, Absolute Law, House Tempest Strength 29, family unity, and Triumph. It creates a progressive but stable limited monarchy in which noble privileges survive under a powerful legal system.

I use the peaceful Reformer route when I care more about Martha, Emil, Agatha, severing the River of Blood, and avoiding bloodshed during the final rebellion. It is less focused on maximizing House Tempest’s military and dynastic power, but it opens several relationship and companion outcomes that the main route cannot reach.

Whichever route I follow, I keep permanent saves at the beginning of Chapters II, IV, and V. These saves let me explore the romance endings, political achievements, alternative rebellion resolutions, and mutually exclusive choices without repeating Jerian’s entire life from the beginning.