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}}'''Haarlep''' is an Incubus who can be found in the [[House of Hope]]. Employed by Raphael to satisfy his desires, he can be found in Raphael's personal chambers.{{note|Though in-game dialogue refers to Haarlep as male and as an incubus, it's never explicitly stated by them what their preference is. Game files alternate between using "he/him" and "they/them" for Haarlep as well, and given that Forgotten Realms lore is not clear on whether incubi are a separate, male-only race apart from succubi, or if only succubi exist that are able to shapeshift to a male form, this articles uses "they/them" to refer to Haarlep.}} Haarlep can be engaged with, in which case they will provide valuable information in exchange for a fiendish sexual encounter. Alternatively, he can be fought, skipping the sexual encounter but losing access to the information. | }}'''Haarlep''' is an Incubus who can be found in the [[House of Hope]]. Employed by Raphael to satisfy his desires, he can be found in Raphael's personal chambers.{{note|Though in-game dialogue refers to Haarlep as male and as an incubus, it's never explicitly stated by them what their preference is. Game files alternate between using "he/him" and "they/them" for Haarlep as well, and given that Forgotten Realms lore is not clear on whether incubi are a separate, male-only race apart from succubi, or if only succubi exist that are able to shapeshift to a male form, this articles uses "they/them" to refer to Haarlep.}} Haarlep can be engaged with, in which case they will provide valuable information in exchange for a fiendish sexual encounter. Alternatively, he can be fought, skipping the sexual encounter but losing access to the information. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
Haarlep is an incubus that can be found on Raphael's bed in the [[House of Hope]]. Sent by [[Mephistopheles]] to distract his naughty son, he | Haarlep is an incubus that can be found on Raphael's bed in the [[House of Hope]]. Sent by [[Mephistopheles]] to distract his naughty son, he serves as the devil's main sexual partner, indulging him in his fantasies. | ||
True to their devil nature, Haarlep will quickly spot any trespassers and see through any form of deception. He will quickly ascertain the situation and offer the party the information they seek, in exchange for a brief sexual encounter. If the offer is accepted, and Haarlep has his way with one party member, they will reward them. If, during the encounter, the party member resists, or the invitation is turned down outright, Haarlep will fight them instead. [[Speak with Dead]] can then be used to acquire the information that Haarlep offered. | True to their devil nature, Haarlep will quickly spot any trespassers and see through any form of deception. He will quickly ascertain the situation and offer the party the information they seek, in exchange for a brief sexual encounter. If the offer is accepted, and Haarlep has his way with one party member, they will reward them. If, during the encounter, the party member resists, or the invitation is turned down outright, Haarlep will fight them instead. [[Speak with Dead]] can then be used to acquire the information that Haarlep offered. | ||
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Haarlep can be found on Raphael's bed in his boudoir. When approached, He will inquire as to what the party is doing. Any form of deception is quickly seen through, and the party must be honest or otherwise Haarlep will become irritated and start a fight. | Haarlep can be found on Raphael's bed in his boudoir. When approached, He will inquire as to what the party is doing. Any form of deception is quickly seen through, and the party must be honest or otherwise Haarlep will become irritated and start a fight. | ||
Intrigued, Haarlep will offer valuable information that will aid the party on one condition: one of them must "play" with Haarlep. If the invitation is accepted, Haarlep will command them to undress and lay on the bed. Before continuing, Haarlep will ask whether | Intrigued, Haarlep will offer valuable information that will aid the party on one condition: one of them must "play" with Haarlep. If the invitation is accepted, Haarlep will command them to undress and lay on the bed. Before continuing, Haarlep will ask whether the talking party member prefer their male or female form (responding that it doesn't matter causes them to stay in the feminine form). | ||
With the party member on the bed, Haarlep then initiates sex with them. The party member can either surrender to Haarlep or resist via a {{Ability check|Wisdom|18}} or {{Ability check|Performance|18}}. Even with a success, Haarlep's charm is too much and the party member must choose: surrender or fight. If they choose the latter, Haarlep will be disappointed and commence the fight. If surrendered, Haarlep will continue to have their way with the party member and attempt to make them theirs. | With the party member on the bed, Haarlep then initiates sex with them. The party member can either surrender to Haarlep or resist via a {{Ability check|Wisdom|18}} or {{Ability check|Performance|18}}. Even with a success, Haarlep's charm is too much and the party member must choose: surrender or fight. If they choose the latter, Haarlep will be disappointed and commence the fight. If surrendered, Haarlep will continue to have their way with the party member and attempt to make them theirs. | ||
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* '''Narrator:''' *The corpse remains silent. It does not know.* | * '''Narrator:''' *The corpse remains silent. It does not know.* | ||
==Quotes== | |||
{{Q|Why are you here, little thief?|Haarlep}} | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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{{notelist}} | {{notelist}} | ||
* Sleeping with Haarlep will not have any negative repercussions on any current romance. | * Sleeping with Haarlep will not have any negative repercussions on any current romance. | ||
* Sleeping with Haarlep will lock the party out of gaining the [[Helldusk Gloves]], and potentially gain them a humorous line at the end of the House of Hope in trade - when prompted for a question after the scene, ask Haarlep if Raphael is any good in bed, and a mocking response will be available when Raphael asks if | * Sleeping with Haarlep will lock the party out of gaining the [[Helldusk Gloves]], and potentially gain them a humorous line at the end of the House of Hope in trade - when prompted for a question after the scene, ask Haarlep if Raphael is any good in bed, and a mocking response will be available when Raphael asks if the party have any last words. | ||
* The name "Haarlep" is an anagram of Raphael. | * The name "Haarlep" is an anagram of Raphael. | ||
{{noteend}} | {{noteend}} |