The Donation Request — Beholder: Conductor Walkthrough
The "Donation Request" quest in Beholder: Conductor often involves a citizen in need appealing for financial assistance, usually for a medical emergency, a bribe, or to escape the country. This quest presents a moral choice: assist the citizen at your own expense, or refuse and face potential consequences for their well-being, and possibly your own reputation among the tenants.
This quest typically begins when a tenant approaches you directly, or you overhear a conversation indicating their dire financial situation. Common scenarios include:
- Maria Schimmer's Illness: Maria Schimmer, a tenant, may require money for medicine or a doctor's visit for her ailing child.
- Klaus Schimmer's Debt: Klaus Schimmer might need funds to pay off a debt or a bribe to avoid arrest.
- Escape Funds: A character might be saving up to flee the country and requests a contribution to their escape fund.
When faced with a donation request, your options are usually:
- Provide the Funds: Giving the requested amount (which can vary significantly) will often improve your standing with the tenant and potentially unlock future quests or information. This comes at a cost to your personal finances.
- Refuse the Request: Declining to help will save your money but may lead to negative consequences for the tenant, such as their illness worsening, arrest, or inability to escape. This can also decrease your reputation with that tenant and potentially others.
- Find Alternative Solutions: In some cases, you might be able to find an alternative solution, such as reporting the tenant's plight to a sympathetic official (if one exists) or finding a cheaper alternative for their needs. These options are rare and depend on specific game conditions.
The amount requested can range from 100 to 1000 currency units. Weigh the cost against the potential benefits and the moral implications of your decision. Your choices in these quests contribute to your overall alignment and the game's ending.