So, you’re considering marriage in Calradia? Or perhaps you want to be a Dragonborn spouse-collector in Skyrim? Maybe you’re exploring romance in Stardew Valley. You’re in the right place. Let’s delve into virtual marriage. Love and alliances exist in these game worlds.
Bannerlord Marriage: A Strategic Alliance or True Love? (Probably Strategic)
Let’s discuss Bannerlord. Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord is not a romantic comedy. Instead, it focuses on battle tactics, crushing foes, and claiming victories. Even warlords need companionship to manage lands and produce heirs. Can you marry in Bannerlord? Yes!
Who Can You Marry in Bannerlord? Apparently, Options Exist.
You roam Calradia, conquering castles and gathering loot, but feel lonely. Or you need a skilled governor for your new town. Marriage in Bannerlord addresses both issues. However, it’s mostly about governance than romance.
Can women marry in Bannerlord? Yes, ladies can also tie the knot. However, Calradian society is noted to be “very traditional.” If you’re a female adventurer, you’ve chosen an “unconventional path.” Finding a progressive lord may require extra effort.
Nobles, Claimants, and Vassals – Oh My! Want to climb the social ladder? Nobles are available. Marrying a noble in Bannerlord is considered a strong strategic option. Nobles have high skills and unique traits. They can lead parties, manage towns, and be more than just eye-candy.
If you’re bold, aim for a claimant. Marry female claimants like Lady Isolla or Arwa the Pearled One. Marrying a claimant is quite a power move. You might not only want love but also a claim to the throne.
Speaking of Arwa, yes, you can definitely marry Arwa Bannerlord. If you’re drawn to those with pearls, she’s a good match.
What of vassals? Can you marry a vassal in Bannerlord? Yes. Female characters can try to marry vassals. Remember the traditional society aspect? Not every vassal will welcome marrying an accomplished swordswoman. Personalities count, even in virtual marriages.
King me? (Well, maybe queen first). For the ladies, there’s a unique scenario: marrying a king in Bannerlord. There’s a catch. You need to place someone else on the throne first. Build rapport before his dethronement, then claim your politically advantageous victory.
For dramatic players, can you marry a widow in Bannerlord? Yes. It works with Battanian lords too. Pro-tip: ensure the widow is the *only* eligible lady in her clan to avoid complications. Matchmaking can be tricky.
Who’s the Catch of Calradia? Best Bannerlord Wives
Now, let’s assess the top choices on the Bannerlord marriage market. Who are the “best wives” per the online community? Brace for a subjective list, as “best” usually means competent in combat or management. Romance isn’t the main objective here.
- Siga: She’s often on top. Likely due to useful stats.
- Nadea: Another solid choice for similar reasons.
- Corein: Ranked highly too; there seems to be a trend.
- Svana: Also in the top tier.
- Liena: Part of the top five.
- Arwa: Yes, she’s on this “best wives” list too.
- Abagai: Rounding up the list.
- Silvind: Last of the top wives.
Now, is Ira worth marrying in Bannerlord? Many think so. She stands as a great option, especially if inheritance mechanics become detailed. As next in line after Rhagaea, marrying Ira might grant you a kingdom someday.
Bannerlord Marriage Requirements: You Gotta Woo and then Bribe
You have your eyes set on a lucky lord or lady. How do you secure this union? It entails more than sending a letter. There are steps.
First, wooing. Charm your potential partner. Engage in conversations, build rapport, and give gifts. This is medieval dating with some horseback riding thrown in instead of modern small talk.
Then, seek clan leader approval. After you’ve wooed your partner, you require consent from their clan leader. Here’s where bargaining comes into play — negotiating dowries is part of the deal.
Dowry negotiation. Clan leaders will usually request a dowry. You can negotiate terms. Get ready to bargain for gold or resources and even significant castles. Expect business dealings when talking about “love.”
What Happens After “I Do” in Bannerlord?
You finally wed! What follows? Your spouse “joins your clan.” Exciting! They become part of your war force, ready to govern and lead troops. Don’t expect romantic dinners; instead, prepare for strategic meetings and troop plans.
Why Can’t I Find a Spouse in Bannerlord? Marriage Roadblocks
Army block. You can’t propose marriage if your target is with an army or heading to one. This rule applies to both partners and their clan leaders. War isn’t conducive to romance.
War time woes. This army issue can worsen “during war.” When everyone is fighting, weddings are low on the priority list. Consider proposing during quieter periods in Calradian conflicts.
Marrying Clan Members: An In-Clan Affair?
Can you marry clan members in Bannerlord? Technically, yes. “Clans might propose marriages for female members.” However, “giving them up leads to no benefits.” It may be better to keep them as governors or leaders. Marrying within clans could be strategically poor unless for very specific goals.
Polygamy and Multiple Spouses in Bannerlord: Go Big or Go Home? (Modded Edition)
One spouse feels limited? Want more? In the base game, you’re limited to one union. But this is PC gaming; mods exist for more romantic options.
Is there polygamy in Bannerlord? Can you have multiple wives? Officially no, but mods like “Marry Anyone” expand your opportunities for companionship. With it, you can explore multiple marriages.
The mod details mention possibilities like incest and polygamy. Thanks to mods, you can push medieval morality’s boundaries! If you aspire to create a Calradian version of Henry VIII, mods are essential. Just note this is not vanilla Bannerlord; this is modded Bannerlord.
gone wild.
Can you get a new wife in Bannerlord 2? In the un-modded game, divorce isn’t an option. To get a new wife, your current one must die, or you must load a save. With mods, things change. You might add wives like collectible cards. modding brings a world of possibilities.
Children and Pregnancy in Bannerlord: The Next Generation of Warriors (and Governors)
What’s marriage without kids? In Bannerlord, it does provide strategy but lacks fulfilling dynasties. Fortunately, little virtual babies do exist.
Can you get pregnant as a female character in Bannerlord? No. Only female NPCs can become pregnant. Your wife has the chance. If a married couple spends time in a fief, she may become pregnant. So, castle time boosts relationships and encourages baby-making!
And yes, “in Bannerlord, only married couples are eligible for children; no children are born out of wedlock.” Calradia remains traditional despite polygamy mods.
How do you have a baby with your wife in Bannerlord? The method? “Just wait a little.” Hang out in a fief with your spouse. No complex rituals or potions. Just patience. And maybe some wine for you.
Childbearing age and pregnancy odds. Wives can bear children “until age 41.” Don’t procrastinate if you desire a large virtual family. “Pregnancy chance decreases with age and number of kids.” Like real life, but fewer diaper changes.
Bannerlord includes a “fertile perk.” This perk “multiplies the hero’s (or wife’s) daily chance of getting pregnant by 1.3 (+30%).” It’s essential for baby-making efficiency. It only works if the woman is “old enough and able to get pregnant.” You both need to be in the “same settlement during the daily morning tick.”
Should you enable birth and aging in Bannerlord? This choice is personal. Birth and aging add generational gameplay. If you start at age 50, the game checks for death probability “on day two.” A formula and a “random number rolled” determine outcomes. Low numbers may lead to virtual old-age death.
Do kids grow up in Bannerlord? Yes. “You can change the rate at which your children grow in the mod option tab.” Fast-forward their childhood if you’re eager for inheritance. After they reach adulthood, the mod stops affecting them. You can’t keep them as toddlers, unfortunately (or fortunately).
Divorce and Death in Bannerlord: Till Death (or Console Commands) Do Us Part
Marriage is eternal, right? Well, in Bannerlord, maybe not *forever*, but until you use console commands.
Can you divorce your wife in Bannerlord? Officially, no. There’s no divorce in Calradia. But consoles exist. An online video explains; use “Space kill,” followed by “your spouse’s name,” to remove your spouse from the game. It’s virtual spousal elimination.
The video warns that you might not return to your “original culture” after this action. So, console divorce: messy but effective.
Lifespan of a Bannerlord. How long does a virtual spouse live? “Average lifespan is about 70.” The max possible age is 128. You have a good time unless playing a long generational campaign.
What happens when your character dies of old age? “Unless you make the game into a generational simulator; player death chance due to old age is quite small.” And when this occurs, “you don’t lose progress.” Just “ensure you have an heir (spouse, sibling, kid, etc).” Bannerlord is about planning, even in death.
Other Bannerlord Mechanics: Kingdom Come, Kingdom Go
Marriage is only one piece of the Bannerlord puzzle. Let’s look at some other mechanics.
Becoming ruler of a kingdom. Marrying a claimant is one way to approach thrones. You can also “build your influence” and “improve relations with lords.” Gifting, favors, and freeing captives are classic medieval moves. Build your rep; kingdom rulership might be near.
Executing nobles. Worth it? Probably not. “Executing lords gives the player a Dishonorable trait.” This could lead to being “kicked from your kingdom” or “companions leaving for your brutality.” The “negatives often inflict permanent damage.” Rethink your execution spree, as dishonor harms marriage prospects.
Max relationship in Bannerlord. Relationships range from “-100 to +100.” Achieving “+100” with a vassal means it “may not deteriorate as usual.” Marry someone you like, max that relationship, and they might stay even if you execute others.
Assassination in Bannerlord. Feeling sneaky? You can assassinate lords and ladies with “decent throwing daggers (36 damage).” Puppeteers sell them. Defeating their armies gets you loot. Avoid assassinating your spouse; it’s bad for relationships.
Best companions in Bannerlord. Best varies by needs. Spice vendors for trading, Surgeons for medicine, Wainwrights for engineering, Scouts for roaming. Companions are role-players, not just stats. Find those fitting your intended party. Marrying a noble equals acquiring a high-level companion.
Does gender matter in Bannerlord? Yes, but “gender can affect how much renown you need.” Nobility influences early opinions about you. So gender matters but sometimes less than noble lineage.
Overthrowing a king. “You cannot directly overthrow the King.” You can leave the kingdom while taking your fiefs. This “sets you at war with your former kingdom.” Start your own kingdom? Then, be king/queen without overthrowing. Marry a claimant, become ruler, profit.
Executing the king. Similar to executing any lord: it may give you the Dishonorable trait. It leads to undesirable outcomes. So king-slaying? Risky for relationships and kingdoms.
Skyrim Marriage: Love is Love (and Also Stats, Kinda)
Now we skip from Calradia’s battles to Skyrim’s cold lands. Marriage in Skyrim differs; it’s less strategic. It’s more… romantic? Maybe more of a “romantically practical” approach. Benefits exist, like free meals daily!
Can you marry another female in Skyrim? “Love is love in Skyrim.” Marry “anyone of any gender or race.” Skyrim: quite progressive on same-sex marriage but struggles with dragon attacks.
Marrying Camilla in Skyrim. Camilla Valerius of Riverwood Trader can be wed. To marry her, simply seek her out and ask her if she’s interested. No dowry fuss; just ask. Skyrim romance is straightforward.
Best female spouses in Skyrim. Who are top picks? Here’s an internet list:
- Lydia: Your sworn housecarl.
- Ysolda: She loves mammoth tusks and markets.
- Jenassa: A Dark Elf mercenary with mystery.
- Borgakh the Steel Heart: The Orcish warrior princess.
- Shahvee: An Argonian dockworker with cheer.
- Orla: Priestess of Dibella (goddess of beauty).
- Ria: Companion and sword-sister.
- Jordis the Sword-Maiden: Housecarl in Solitude.
Marrying Serana? Karliah? Ralof? Plenty of vampire wives! Let’s discuss fan favorites. Can you marry Serana? Officially no; “she isn’t a vanilla option.” But… she can be married after completing “Kindred Judgment.”
if you use mods. Mods help again!
Can you marry the vampire girl in Skyrim? Maybe it means Serana. Vanilla: no. Mods: yes. “You can marry her using mods.” Skyrim modders make vampire waifu dreams real.
Can you marry Karliah in Skyrim? Similar situation. “Cannot marry Karliah in the base game, but mods like ‘Marriable Karliah’ allow it.” Modders enjoy their un-marriable NPCs.
Can you marry Ralof in Skyrim? You guessed it. “No, Ralof cannot be married in the base game, but mods enable it.” Ralof’s modding community supports him.
Bigamy in Skyrim? In real life, “remarrying while married is bigamy and illegal.” In Skyrim? Vanilla allows “one spouse.” So bigamy is not a game feature. But… mods exist.
Marrying as a girl in Skyrim (or Stardew Valley). Yes, “you can marry a girl as a girl” in both Skyrim and Stardew Valley. Both games allow same-sex marriage. Progressive worlds!
Best spouse in Skyrim? Argis the Bulwark. Some say, “Argis the Bulwark is the best husband.” Why? He becomes your housecarl when you become Thane of the Reach. A husband who is also a housecarl sounds strategic.
Easiest person to marry in Skyrim? Sylgja. “Sylgja, the miner in Whiterun, is the easiest to marry.” Why? Simple task: “deliver a letter to her father.” No dragons, no quests, just mail delivery. Sometimes, Skyrim romance is simple.
Marrying Abigail in Skyrim? Wait, Abigail? Isn’t she from Stardew Valley? This probably refers to Abigail from there. Imagine marrying Abigail from Stardew in Skyrim. Pixel goth wife in Tamriel? Modders, make it happen!
Can you have a vampire wife in Skyrim? Yes, besides Serana mods, you can make your spouse a vampire. “You turn your spouse into a vampire after ‘The Gift’ quest or feeding on them while they sleep.” Vampire spouses: eternally young (and thirsty).
Best spouse to turn into a vampire? Ysolda. “Ysolda is a favorite spouse choice due to unusual markings when made into a vampire.” Also, “it’s easy to convince her to marry.” Ysolda: easy to marry and gets cool markings. Win-win for vampire lords.
Skyrim Marriage Mechanics: Amulets, Temples, and Weddings
How does Skyrim marriage work? Less barter and more amulet wearing.
How to get married in Skyrim (steps):
- Amulet of Mara: “Acquire the Amulet of Mara.” Find it, buy it, loot it. Amulets are key for Skyrim romance.
- Speak to NPC: “Wear the Amulet of Mara and talk to the NPC you wish to marry.” The amulet shows your romantic intent. Subtle, Skyrim. “They should ask about the amulet and start marriage dialogue.”
- Rift Temple: “If the NPC agrees, go to the Temple of Mara in Riften and talk to Maramal.” Mara is the love goddess; Riften is… Riften. But the Temple is nice.
- Wedding Ceremony: “Maramal will offer to marry you the next day.” “Wait until morning; your betrothed will be at the Temple of Mara.” Wedding time!
Wife limit in Skyrim? “You can only have one spouse.” Monogamy rules in vanilla Skyrim. “Once married, it’s forever, even if the NPC dies.” Wait, forever even if they die? Skyrim marriage survives death, less so to mods.
Two husbands in Skyrim? Vanilla: no. Mods: maybe. “Once married in vanilla, you can use the Shrine to move your spouse to one of the multiple marriage slots.” “You can also reset the quest using the shrine for another wedding.” Shrines and multiple slots? Sounds mod-tastic.
Divorce and remarriage in Skyrim. “Divorce is possible before remarriage or after losing a spouse.” Divorce exists, sort of. Remarriage definitely occurs. Skyrim love: sometimes it ends; sometimes, sequels happen.
Will your wife leave you in Skyrim? “There’s no divorce; Nords frown upon it.” Officially, no leaving. “To be single again, widowhood is the only option.” Skyrim divorce: death by misadventure or dragon attack. Less messy than console commands.
Changing wives in Skyrim. “No formal divorce exists, but you may find a new partner.” “You can back out of your marriage if a more suitable partner appears.” “Coyote ugly” in Skyrim? Ouch. But ways to back out exist. Intriguing.
Lying to Camilla Skyrim. “What if you mess with Camilla’s love life?” “She gains no unique dialogue either way.” “If you lie, she now hates both men; tell the truth, and she asks you to talk to both men.” Camilla: unimpressed by lies or truths. Just wants her love triangle sorted.
Missing your wedding in Skyrim. “Forgetting your wedding? Not lost!” “You can beg your dear for another chance.” “Another ceremony will happen the next day.” Second chances in Skyrim weddings. Thank Mara for her mercy.
Skyrim Relationships: Beyond Marriage (Maybe)
Skyrim relationships extend past marriage. There are follower dynamics and vampire transformations.
Sleeping with Serana in Skyrim. “Sleep feature: since she’s your friend and you’ve romanced her, you can ask Serana to sleep in any player-owned bed.” Romance with Serana can extend to shared beds, if modded right.
Turning Lydia into a vampire. “To turn Lydia into a vampire, players must side with Serana and Harkon in Dawnguard’s main quest and become a Volkihar vampire.” Follower-to-vampire is possible if you embrace darkness.
Reviving Lydia if she dies. “The only option (at least for console players) is to load a previous save for Lydia.” Oops, she died? Reload time. “PC players use console commands to revive her if dead.” Console commands are Skyrim’s magical fix-it tool. “Open the console, click on Lydia’s body, type ‘resurrect’.” Simpler than divorce?
Best vampire follower? Serana. “Serana is one of Skyrim’s most favored followers for good reason.” “She is charming and deep with one of Skyrim’s best backstories.” Serana: best vampire follower and wife potential (mod-dependent), generally awesome. Modders love her.
Polygamy in Skyrim: Eleven Spouses? Modders Say Yes!
One spouse? So vanilla. Polygamy mods help again!
Can you marry 2 wives? How many wives? In “base Skyrim, you can marry only one person.” But with “Aspect of Love” mod, “The Dragonborn may have multiple spouses, up to 11!” Eleven! That’s a lot of spouses. “Find each spouse with a new book called ‘Mara’s Tear,’ detailing their locations.” A book for tracking eleven spouses? Efficient!
Adultery and Outside Marriage: Real World Interlude
Let’s step out of virtual places into the world of legalities and norms.
Is it illegal to have a girlfriend while married? “In Los Angeles, California, having a girlfriend while married isn’t illegal.” “Adultery carries no legal consequences.” Legally, no issue. Ethically and socially… that’s different.
