Vivian: dialogue
Everything Vivian says to you across 8 commissions, with every answer you can give, in the game's own words. Story commissions come first, in story order. Vivian's page
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Nocturnal Glamour
Story commission 9 of 53
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Vivian
My, my.
Vivian
Fresh blood in Twillford.
You
Er…good evening…
Vivian
The last dressmaker left town almost ten years ago. She was a sweet creature. Soft. Obliging. Eager to please.
Vivian
No one has heard from her since. One wonders whether she…met trouble on the road.
You
Um…
Vivian
Although now we have you instead, don’t we? A delectable new dressmaker.
Vivian
Mmm. I suspect you will be even more to my taste than dear departed Mina.
Vivian
!
Vivian
This beautiful creature is yours?
You
Yes, that is my cat.
Vivian
How disappointing. The feline does not return my tender feelings.
You
Sorry, she has never done that before.
Vivian
Mm? Well, she has likely never before encountered any of my…sort.
Vivian
I am the Lady Vivian Duskbourne. And you are…?
You pick one answer:
- You
Worried about my cat.
Vivian
Most gorgeous nocturnal predators can take care of themselves, you know.
- You
Your humble servant.
Vivian
My, my. Eager to serve already?
- You
Going to buy garlic.
Vivian
But whatever for?
Vivian
…………
Vivian
I anticipate becoming much more closely acquainted, Dressmaker. Let me offer you a commission.
Vivian
I am often abroad at night — why don’t you dress me in lush velvet? I want something risqué, gothic, and glamorous. As for your payment…you’ll have 700.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
Hmm.
Vivian
You’ve pleased me, Dressmaker.
Vivian
Continue to do so.
Vivian
Good night, and sweet dreams.
If the dress fails
Vivian
I feel a certain kinship with your cat.
Vivian
Looking at this dress, I also want to hiss.
Vivian
Good night, Dressmaker. Sweet dreams.
Art Appreciator
Story commission 17 of 53
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Vivian
We meet again.
Vivian
…
Vivian
How hurtful. Few spurn my love.
Vivian
Bribery may be the key. Tell me, does your beautiful familiar have a favoured meal?
You pick one answer:
- You
She loves a bowl of fresh cream.
Vivian
Such decadence. She deserves no less.
- You
Carpaccio.
Vivian
Truly? We have so much in common.
- You
Do not bribe my cat. She is on a diet.
Vivian
Nonsense. Such a precious creature is not to be denied her pleasures.
Vivian
I am determined to win her affections.
You
I think you are determined to steal my cat.
Vivian
What a baseless accusation.
Vivian
What if something unfortunate was to happen to you, and your familiar needed a new home?
Vivian
I am merely…considering possibilities.
You
These possibilities concern me.
Vivian
Oh, is it fear that causes your breath to quicken, and your heart to flutter? How…adorable.
Vivian
Let me divert you, my little lamb. Were you witness to the recent sports contest? I hear it was surprisingly well attended.
Vivian
My sources suggest that Alice Wren was spirited, if physically weak. However, Prudence Mortimer dazzled the crowd with her performance.
Vivian
One wonders how a socialite developed such strength…but no matter. Mortimer was born and raised in this town; she is no threat to me.
Vivian
However, word reached me of a new athlete…this mysterious ‘Adora Thimblethread…’
Vivian
I haven’t heard that name before.
You
No one has heard that name before.
Vivian
Thimblethread is young, but she won every single event. Unlikely, don’t you think? Unless there is more to her than meets the eye.
Vivian
Such a powerful being cannot be allowed a foothold in my territory!
You
Your…territory?
Vivian
…
Vivian
Oh, you must have misheard, lamb. Don’t worry. Put it out of your mind.
Vivian
Anyway, my sources suggest Thimblethread plans to attend Priya Summer’s latest art exhibition.
Vivian
What kind of self-respecting human youth is interested in gallery openings? Pah! Careless mistake, Thimblethread. Your ruse won’t work on me.
Vivian
I might also go to this exhibition. If the mood strikes me. To see the paintings. And to watch over our newest…resident of the town.
Vivian
Lamb, would you make a dress for me? It should be sequined, and suitably glamorous for the occasion. Something risqué, goth, and elaborate. Satisfy me, and I’ll reward you with 500.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
My, my.
Vivian
You’ve done well, lamb. This dress fits me wonderfully.
Vivian
Careful. I might grow dangerously fond of you.
Vivian
Good night.
If the dress fails
Vivian
Now, why would you disappoint me like this, lamb?
Vivian
Don’t you know that it’s in your interests to make me happy?
Vivian
Be more careful, won’t you?
Vivian
For your own sake.
Comfortable Coffin
Story commission 32 of 53
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Vivian
A beautiful evening, isn’t—
Vivian
…
Vivian
Really. I can’t be that offensive.
If you answered She loves a bowl of fresh cream.
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Vivian
One would think that my daily offering of fresh cream might soften her heart.
Otherwise:
If you answered Carpaccio.
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Vivian
One would think that my daily offering of fine carpaccio might soften her heart.
Otherwise:
Vivian
One would think that my daily offering of a diet-friendly treat might soften her heart.
You
You know, it’s interesting that you only ever visit me in the evenings.
Vivian
Sunlight is bad for the complexion.
You
And I hear you are helping Alice with her séance.
Vivian
She asked politely.
Vivian
And then less politely, and much more loudly. The exact phrasing was “UNBAR THE GATES TO THE UNDERWORLD, EVIL NIGHT LADY.”
Vivian
I found that…charmingly forthright.
Vivian
Besides, how could I refuse? A sweet thing like that shouldn’t meddle with the dark arts unsupervised.
Vivian
If this séance is so important to her, who am I to turn her away?
You
That’s…surprisingly nice of you.
Vivian
Oh, but I am very nice, lamb.
Vivian
You don’t think I’m a baddie, do you?
You
No comment.
Vivian
Hah. So uptight.
Vivian
You needn’t worry — Alice is too pure-hearted for me to corrupt. She is safe with me.
Vivian
Besides, I know what it means to be different. Alice is all alone, and I feel…I am moved to watch over her.
You
You’re quite soft for a baddie.
Vivian
Mind yourself, lamb. I still bite.
Vivian
Now, let’s see if you can satisfy my latest demand. I want a dress for a funeral.
You
NOT ANOTHER ONE.
Vivian
What a poor attitude.
You
WHO DIED NOW?
Vivian
Oh, no one. I’m not attending a funeral, but mourning garb suits a coffin, and I require new sleepwear.
You
?
Vivian
Imagine me the doe-eyed widow whose spouse died under unexplained circumstances. This dress should be risqué, goth, and cool enough to be worn in the daytime. Silk, naturally. I always sleep in silk. Here is 300.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
Oh, very good, lamb.
Vivian
You understood me perfectly.
Vivian
I will get the most wonderful beauty rest in this dress.
Vivian
Good night, now. Sweet dreams.
If the dress fails
Vivian
You expect me to wear this?
Vivian
Hmm.
Vivian
How interesting of you.
Vivian
Brave, even.
Vivian
…and a grave mistake.
Vivian
Sleep with one eye open, lamb. That’s my advice.
Midnight Warrior
Story commission 38 of 53
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Vivian
Hello, lamb.
Vivian
Goodbye, kitty.
Vivian
One day, your rejection will no longer sting.
Vivian
But I mustn’t get distracted.
Vivian
Have you heard, little lamb, that Adora Thimblethread is on the move again?
Vivian
My sources tell me that she intends to take part in the upcoming stargazing event.
Vivian
A likely story!
You
Maybe Adora just wants to see some stars?
Vivian
Hah!
Vivian
Aside from her physical capabilities and artistic knowledge, are you aware that Thimblethread is also an expert in languages, arithmetic, music, history, and politics?
Vivian
Does that extensive a spread of mastery belong to a young girl?
Vivian
Well, I am not deceived. Her attendance at the stargazing event is cover for some other midnight errand.
Vivian
A ritual, perhaps. Or a summoning. She rallies her forces even now.
Vivian
She means to take over Twillford and drive me out!
You
To be honest, I’m not sure she knows you exist.
Vivian
I won’t allow it. This is my territory. This is my home.
Vivian
Make me a dress to attend this stargazing event. It should be warlike and fearsome — let it drive all to their knees before the undisputed Queen of the Night. Elaborate, goth, glamorous, and dripping in jewels. Take 750, and see it done.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
It is exactly right.
Vivian
I feel that you know me as few others do, little lamb. How else could you make such a perfectly suitable dress?
Vivian
Once I have defended Twillford from this threat, I’ll show you my gratitude.
Vivian
For now…sweet dreams.
If the dress fails
Vivian
Lamb, unless you want me to believe that you conspire against me, you will fix this dress.
You
Yikes. Alterations coming right up!
The dress goes back on your table, so you can alter it.
Vivian
Good idea.
You
Alter Commission
Story commission 49 of 53
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If the dress for Exotic Moth
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Vivian
Good evening, little puppy.
Otherwise:
Vivian
Good evening, little lamb.
You
Good evening, Queen of the Night.
Vivian
I’ve had an unexpected few weeks. Weeks of fascinating revelations.
Vivian
Adora Thimblethread, for example, is not what I took her to be.
You
You don’t say?
Vivian
I gather that you are her confidant. I saw her leaving your shop before my arrival tonight.
You
Oh, that wasn’t Adora. That was Princess Sophie. They’re completely different young women.
Vivian
Who have the same face.
Vivian
Rest easy, lamb. I take all secrets to the grave.
Vivian
In any case, a fortnight ago, I was…hmm. Observing Thimblethread.
You
You were stalking her.
Vivian
She led me to the royal palace. I watched as she climbed the walls, evaded the guards, and slipped unseen into the princess’ apartments.
Vivian
Just a few minutes later, the palace was in uproar. I heard a maid shout: “The Princess escaped the kidnappers! The Princess is back!”
Vivian
And Adora walks out of the royal apartments, smiling.
Vivian
Such audacious deviousness and competence! It was thrilling to witness. My cold heart was warmed by the sight.
Vivian
To think that, all along, I had been fooled.
You
Well, technically, she IS taking over your territory.
Vivian
Oh, the kingdom in daylight holds no interest for me. Let the sun-scorched masses squabble and sweat over it.
Vivian
But Adora…I do believe our young ruler might need a protector.
Vivian
Someone to watch over her from the shadows, and perhaps to remove any stubborn obstacles from her path. A secret dark envoy of sorts.
Vivian
Why shouldn’t the ruler of the day and the Queen of the Night get along, hmm? I’ll need to dress the part, of course.
Vivian
The royal colours are white and gold — so I shall make mine black and gold. And as the Princess’ dark representative, I will need to look appropriately gothic and elaborate. See to it that you include both jewels and trim. I’ll give you 1250 if you make me happy.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
Immaculate work.
Vivian
Truly, you are much better than the last dressmaker.
Vivian
So I would advise you never try to leave Twillford. I would be…so terribly disappointed.
Vivian
And the road out of town is long, and dark—
Vivian
!
You
What is it?
Vivian
It’s…
Vivian
She…she has not run away this time.
If you answered She loves a bowl of fresh cream.
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Vivian
The cream must have worked!
Otherwise:
If you answered Carpaccio.
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Vivian
The carpaccio must have worked!
Otherwise:
Vivian
The diet-friendly treats must have worked!
Vivian
Your beautiful cat tolerates me.
Vivian
Lamb, might I be permitted to—to pet the gorgeous creature?
You
Well, I don’t mind, but it’s kind of her choice.
Vivian
Of course! Of course, I would never gainsay her approval.
Vivian
Here, kitty…
Vivian
!!!
You
Seems she likes you.
Vivian
So…so soft.
Vivian
Glorious.
If the dress fails
Vivian
What is this, lamb?
Vivian
Is it some sort of fantasy of yours, to incur my wrath? I have encountered such individuals before, but I assure you—
Vivian
!
You
What is it?
Vivian
It’s…
Vivian
She…she has not run away this time.
Vivian
Your beautiful cat tolerates me.
Vivian
Lamb, might I be permitted to—to pet the gorgeous creature?
You
Well, I don’t mind, but it’s kind of her choice.
Vivian
Of course! Of course, I would never gainsay her approval.
Vivian
Here, kitty…
Vivian
!!!
You
Seems she likes you.
Vivian
So…so soft.
Vivian
Glorious.
Exotic Moth
Pigeon commission
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Vivian
A shark, perhaps…
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Vivian
…or a panther…yes…perhaps.
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You
Lady Vivian.
Vivian
Hello, lamb. Tell me, do you associate me with any particular animal?
You pick one answer:
- You
A leech.
Vivian
You see me…as a worm?
Vivian
That is your final answer? Think very carefully now…
YouDid you know that some leech species can grow up to 17-inches long?
Vivian
I did not require nor desire this knowledge.
YouThey can also consume up to five times their own body weight in blood.
Vivian
You regard me as a glutton?
YouSome latch onto their prey with teeth, while others possess a needle-like proboscis to pierce their victim’s skin. A stab-and-suck situation. Like a straw?
Vivian
I see. Very good.
Vivian
Now, before you meet your untimely end, would you care to explain why you are regaling me with leech facts?
YouI find them fascinating. Just like you!
Vivian
Hmm…
Vivian
…so, you are saying…
Vivian
…that you might still love me if I was a worm?
- You
A fox.
Vivian
Oh? So you think I am…fox-like.
Vivian
A foxy lady.
Vivian
Hah.
- You
A bunny rabbit.
Vivian
This is not an answer I expected.
Vivian
It does make me question your judgement.
Vivian
And your sense of self-preservation.
Vivian
And your eyesight.
Vivian
Thank you, but your choice doesn’t quite satisfy me.
Vivian
I want a pet, you see. A familiar.
Vivian
It is a great pity, then, that most animals instinctively mistrust me. Apart from dogs, for some reason.
Vivian
…I do not like dogs.
You
Everyone likes dogs!
Vivian
Everyone is wrong, then. They are loud, inelegant, and too easily excitable.
You
You should get a puppy.
Vivian
I am not getting a puppy.
You
It should be a bloodhound.
Vivian
This is not a productive conversation.
You
You could call him Nibbles.
Vivian
Right! Dressmaking time!
Vivian
The insect kingdom has never scorned my company. I’d like to honour their tolerance with—
You
You have a problem with puppies, but you want me to dress you like a bug???
Vivian
A beautiful exotic moth, thank you. They are graceful, refined, and nocturnal.
Vivian
I desire a velvet gown with a skirt like the soft, powdery wings of a moth. It should be elegant and glamorous, and feature tassels. I’ll reward you with 400
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
How alluring.
Vivian
You did well, lamb.
Vivian
Although…perhaps your temperament is better represented by a dog.
Vivian
Good job, puppy.
If the dress fails
Vivian
Tell me…
Vivian
When you made this dress, did you imagine the moth to be in a sad state of decay?
Vivian
Because what you’ve created is certainly tragic.
Unstained Beauty
Pigeon commission
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Vivian
Out, damned spot; out, I say!
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You
Is something the matter?
Vivian
Ah, sweet lamb. I have spilled wine on my dress again. The damned spot won’t wash out.
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Vivian
Here…why don’t you take a closer look?
You
This is a dressmaking shop, not a laundry.
Vivian
But don’t you want to comfort me in my distress? It’s the fourth dress I’ve stained this month.
Vivian
I’m bereft. Come on, come a little closer.
You
Well, if it’s for wine I recommend nitrum and hot water. Other stains, however, require—
Vivian
Oh, never mind!
Vivian
I suppose you think I’ll keep you in business, the way I go through new dresses?
You
I appreciate your patronage!
Vivian
…you are fortunate I find you charming, lamb.
Vivian
Very well — you may make me a new evening dress. It should be entirely red, so that future wine stains won’t show. Something risqué, goth, and glamorous will do. You may have 400.
You
Accept Commission
If the dress passes
Vivian
Ah, what a beautiful red.
Vivian
Just like…fine wine.
Vivian
Delicious.
If the dress fails
Vivian
Hm.
Vivian
Do you know? I don’t think my current dress is stained enough.
Vivian
I might need to fix that.
Vivian
Perhaps I will see you later.
A gift for Vivian
Gift commission
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Vivian
My my. You’ve certainly come to know my tastes.
Vivian
This is exquisite, lamb. I’ll think fondly of you whenever I wear it.
If the gift is a success
Vivian
Thank you, lamb. This is very nice.
If the gift fails
Vivian
I cannot think that you truly intended to give this dress to me.
Vivian
Such a choice would have…tragic consequences.
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