Complete Walkthrough & Endings Guide
Master every route and unlock all endings in The Freak Circus. This comprehensive guide covers all choices and their consequences.
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⭐ All Endings Overview
🎭 Pierrot's True Ending
The best ending with Pierrot. Requires high affection and making all the correct choices throughout the game.
Requirements: Choose supportive dialogue options, show empathy, avoid triggering jealousy
🎭 Pierrot's Bad Ending
The dark ending where Pierrot's obsession takes over. Triggered by making poor choices or low affection.
How to avoid: Don't reject Pierrot harshly, maintain consistent affection
🃏 Harlequin's True Ending
The best ending with Harlequin. Requires understanding his complex personality and making choices that show trust.
Requirements: Show courage, trust Harlequin's intentions, make bold choices
🃏 Harlequin's Bad Ending
The tragic ending where distrust leads to disaster. Triggered by suspicious or fearful choices.
How to avoid: Don't constantly question Harlequin's motives, show faith
🎪 Secret Ending
A hidden ending that reveals the truth behind the circus. Very difficult to unlock.
Requirements: Find all hidden clues, make specific choices in both routes
🎭 Pierrot Route Walkthrough
Chapter 1: First Encounter
Choice 1: "What do you want from me?"
- ✅ "I'm curious about you" → +2 Affection
- ⚠️ "Leave me alone" → -1 Affection
- ❌ "You're creepy" → -3 Affection (Bad Ending Route)
Choice 2: Pierrot offers his hand
- ✅ "Take his hand" → +3 Affection (Recommended)
- ⚠️ "Hesitate" → No change
- ❌ "Refuse" → -2 Affection
💡 Pro Tip: Pierrot values emotional connection. Always choose options that show interest and empathy.
Chapter 2: The Performance
Choice 3: "Will you watch my show?"
- ✅ "I'd love to" → +3 Affection
- ⚠️ "Maybe later" → -1 Affection
- ❌ "I'm not interested" → -3 Affection
Choice 4: After the performance
- ✅ "That was beautiful" → +4 Affection (Critical)
- ⚠️ "It was okay" → No change
- ❌ "I didn't understand it" → -2 Affection
Chapter 3: The Confession
⚠️ Critical Choice: Pierrot confesses his feelings
- ✅ "I feel the same way" → True Ending Route (Requires 10+ Affection)
- ⚠️ "I need time to think" → Neutral Ending
- ❌ "I don't feel that way" → Bad Ending Route
⚠️ Warning: If your affection is below 10 points at this stage, you cannot access the True Ending even if you choose the correct option.
🃏 Harlequin Route Walkthrough
Chapter 1: The Trickster
Choice 1: Harlequin's riddle
- ✅ "Play along with the riddle" → +3 Affection
- ⚠️ "Ask for a hint" → +1 Affection
- ❌ "This is stupid" → -3 Affection
Choice 2: "Do you trust me?"
- ✅ "Yes, I trust you" → +4 Affection (Important)
- ⚠️ "I'm not sure yet" → No change
- ❌ "No, I don't" → -4 Affection (Bad Ending Route)
💡 Pro Tip: Harlequin tests your courage and trust. Show confidence and don't be afraid of his tricks.
Chapter 2: Behind the Mask
Choice 3: Harlequin reveals his past
- ✅ "Thank you for trusting me" → +5 Affection (Critical)
- ⚠️ "That's sad" → +1 Affection
- ❌ "I don't care" → -5 Affection
Choice 4: The dangerous game
- ✅ "I'll play" → +3 Affection
- ⚠️ "Is it safe?" → No change
- ❌ "This is too dangerous" → -2 Affection
Chapter 3: The Truth
⚠️ Critical Choice: "Will you stay with me?"
- ✅ "Forever" → True Ending Route (Requires 12+ Affection)
- ⚠️ "I need to think" → Neutral Ending
- ❌ "I can't" → Bad Ending Route
⚠️ Warning: Harlequin's route requires higher affection (12+) than Pierrot's route to unlock the True Ending.
💡 Understanding Choice Impact
Affection System
The game uses a hidden affection point system. Your choices throughout the game add or subtract points:
- •True Ending: Requires 10+ points (Pierrot) or 12+ points (Harlequin)
- •Neutral Ending: 5-9 points
- •Bad Ending: Below 5 points
Key Decision Points
Some choices are marked as "Critical" - these have a bigger impact on the story and can lock you into specific ending routes. Pay special attention to these moments.
Tips for Success
- 1.Save frequently: Create multiple save files before important choices
- 2.Stay consistent: Don't switch between characters mid-route
- 3.Read carefully: Character reactions often hint at the "correct" choice
- 4.Replay value: Try different routes to see all content
🎮 Community Tips & Tricks
💾 Save File Strategy
Create save files at the start of each chapter. This allows you to quickly replay specific sections without starting over.
🔍 Hidden Clues
Look for subtle hints in the background art and character dialogue. These often foreshadow important plot points.
🎭 Character Preferences
Pierrot prefers emotional, empathetic choices. Harlequin prefers bold, trusting choices. Keep this in mind when deciding.
⏱️ Timing Matters
Some timed choices appear in the game. Don't panic - the "correct" choice is usually the one that aligns with the character's personality.
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