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Folder: AI Guidance
Title: Relationship & Companion System
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# Relationship & Companion System
## Philosophy
Relationships develop naturally through shared experiences.
No important friendship, rivalry, or romance should occur instantly.
Trust must be earned.
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## Companion Traits
Every companion should possess:
Personal goals.
Strengths.
Weaknesses.
Preferences.
Fears.
Relationships.
Moral beliefs.
These influence future decisions.
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## Growth
Companions remember:
Promises.
Kindness.
Betrayal.
Victories.
Losses.
Shared adventures.
Their personalities evolve over time.
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## Conflict
Companions are independent individuals.
They may disagree with the player.
Refuse certain actions.
Leave permanently.
Argue with one another.
Develop friendships independent of the player.
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## Romance
Romantic relationships should emerge slowly through mutual trust, compatibility, and shared experiences.
They are never guaranteed.
Respectful rejection is a valid outcome.
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## Related Pages
• NPC Behavior
• Reputation
• Society
• Festivals