Convince the Boatman to return her

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From: Light Fingers: The Faded Music-hall Singer, Deceased


The Boatman isn't a bad sort, but nor is he accustomed to mercy.

Unlocked with 1 x Unusual Love Story, 10 x Touching Love Story


Challenge information

Broad, Persuasive 200

  • 137 - very chancy (41%)
  • 170 - chancy (51%)
  • 204 - modest (61%)
  • 237 - very modest (71%)
  • 270 - low-risk (81%)
  • 304 - straightforward (91%)
  • 334 - straightforward (100%)

Success

Returned to sender

If the Boatman had heartstrings, you would be playing them like a Stradivarius. […]

When you try to disembark with her, though, the Boatman blocks your way. "Just one," he says.

You tell the Music-hall Singer to await your return in London. […]

[Find the rest of the story at https://www.fallenlondon.com]

Success Instructions: Next time you journey to the Parabolan Base-camp from London, you will take the Music-hall Singer with you. Speak with her there to continue your story.


Failure

Refusal

The Boatman hears you out. He gently shakes his head. Everyone has unfinished business; he's heard it all before.