Creating Emotion in Games: The Craft and Art of Emotioneering

Player Toward NPC Chemistry Techniques (Chapter 2.11)

You'll bond with Maya because of Player Toward NPC Chemistry Techniques:

• Because Maya helps you survive, you'll feel Chemistry with her.

• Sexual attraction will also play apart.

• Maya understands your feelings. There are numerous ways to apply this Chemistry Technique. For instance, after you return from a ferocious firefight (and your health points are low), she'll see you, quickly assess what's happened to you, and come over to say or do something that shows care and love.

When you protect her from harm (discussed in the section "First-Person Character Deepening"), your Chemistry with her will also increase, for taking responsibility for an NPC has that effect.