- Alice Nation companions shape both the investigation and the emotional direction of the story.
- Four key figures: Alice, Mery, March Hare, and Noah anchor the main relationship threads.
- Dialogue choices alter tone, reveal different information, and affect later conversations.
- Revisit companions after every major story event to unlock new dialogue.
- Preserve saves at decision points before pursuing alternate narrative outcomes.
Who Are the Alice Nation Companions?
In Alice Nation, a narrative card-driven RPG set in the mysterious world of The Beyond, companions and residents are not background decoration. Conversations with them provide context for the central mystery, unlock relationship-related quests, and influence how Alice's journey unfolds. Every companion you meet is connected to the investigation in some way, and choosing to engage with them deeply often rewards you with information you cannot obtain elsewhere.
Video Highlights:
- Official trailer introduces Alice and the hand-drawn world of The Beyond
- Shows the card-driven interaction system at the heart of the game
- Hints at companion encounters and narrative decision points
The companion roster falls into a few functional categories. Some drive the plot forward, others provide local knowledge about The Beyond, and a few tie their personal stories directly to the unresolved questions at the center of the narrative. Understanding who does what helps you plan conversations efficiently during an investigation.
| Companion | Role | Primary Function | Mystery Connection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice | Central protagonist | Drives investigation through choices | Main narrative thread |
| Mery | Companion and resident | Personal perspective, relationship quests | Adds context to The Beyond's secrets |
| March Hare | Companion or resident | Distinctive dialogue, local knowledge | Part of the resident knowledge network |
| Noah | Companion or resident | Character-focused tasks, follow-up scenes | Links personal arcs to the central mystery |
Each companion fills a different narrative niche. Do not treat conversations as optional flavor text - relationship-related quests often reveal evidence that advances the active case.
Companion Profiles and Interactions
Every companion in Alice Nation supports several interaction types: narrative conversations, relationship-related quests, and follow-up scenes triggered by story progress. The depth of each relationship depends on how consistently you engage.
Alice - The Protagonist
- Role: Player character trapped in The Beyond
- Drives the investigation through dialogue, exploration, and card-based decisions
- Her choices define how she responds to companions and the central mystery
- Determines story direction through major decisions
Mery - The Closest Companion
- Role: Resident encountered during Alice's journey
- Participates in key conversations and narrative scenes
- Relationship depth grows through supportive dialogue
- Contributes a personal perspective on the broader mystery
March Hare - The Local Voice
- Role: Long-term resident of The Beyond
- Offers distinctive dialogue and local context
- Worth revisiting as the investigation progresses
- Quest-related decisions shape the relationship
Noah - The Connected Resident
- Role: Companion tied to Alice's investigation
- Involved in character-focused tasks and follow-up scenes
- Reveals additional context through repeated interaction
- Personal development links to unresolved story questions
Companion interactions fall into four categories: standard conversations, relationship quests, quest follow-up scenes, and post-milestone dialogue. New options frequently appear after major story developments, so revisiting characters is essential.
Building Relationships Step by Step
Relationship progress in Alice Nation accumulates through consistent, thoughtful interaction. Supportive dialogue, completed character tasks, and attention to timing all contribute. Follow this sequence to build strong bonds with every companion without backtracking extensively.
Talk to Every Available Character
When you enter a new area or complete an objective, speak with all accessible companions. Early conversations establish the baseline relationship and often hint at future quest hooks.
Record Major Dialogue Choices
Before advancing a quest or leaving an area, note the significant responses you selected. Dialogue choices change the tone of interactions and can affect how later conversations are presented.
Complete Relationship Quests
Prioritize companion-related tasks when they appear. Finishing optional objectives and speaking with involved characters before finalizing a quest maximizes relationship gains and unlocks follow-up scenes.
Revisit After Story Milestones
Return to Alice, Mery, March Hare, and Noah after major events. Character dialogue changes following story milestones, and new relationship content becomes available.
Preserve Decision-Point Saves
Keep separate saves before major decisions. Different relationship outcomes and narrative variations may require separate decision paths that cannot all be reached in a single playthrough.
Some companion dialogue becomes unavailable after story milestones or once a relationship decision is made. If you are pursuing achievements tied to character interactions, complete notable conversations before advancing past major events.
How Companions Affect Choices and Endings
Companion relationships are one of several inputs that shape the story's direction in Alice Nation. Dialogue decisions, quest outcomes, relationship changes, and discoveries all combine to determine narrative variations and how the story ultimately resolves.
| Story Input | Player Action | Consequence | Tracking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dialogue decisions | Choose responses with companions and residents | Changes interaction tone and revealed information | Record choices before advancing |
| Quest outcomes | Select different resolution approaches | Alters follow-up scenes and character reactions | Finish optional objectives first |
| Relationship changes | Supportive vs. confrontational dialogue | Unlocks extra dialogue and personal context | Revisit after major developments |
| Route variations | Combine all decisions across the story | Determines ending and narrative resolution | Use separate saves at branches |
If you aim to see multiple narrative outcomes, build a save structure around decision points rather than restarting. Reload a preserved branch save, adjust your companion approach, and continue toward the alternate variation.
Companion Completion Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure you have covered the essential companion content before finishing your playthrough. Each item corresponds to content that can be missed if you rush past story milestones.
Companion Milestones:
- Complete all notable conversations with Mery
- Resolve March Hare's relationship-related quest
- Unlock Noah's follow-up scenes after major events
- Record all major dialogue choices before quest finales
- Preserve saves at major decision branches
Several Steam achievements tie directly to character interactions and alternate narrative outcomes. Plan companion engagement alongside your achievement route - reloading decision-point saves is far faster than restarting the game.
Companion FAQ
Q: Who are the main Alice Nation companions?
The central cast includes Alice, the protagonist; Mery, the closest companion Alice meets on her journey; March Hare, a resident with distinctive dialogue and local knowledge; and Noah, whose personal arc connects to the central mystery of The Beyond.
Q: Can companion relationships change the ending?
Yes. Relationship changes, dialogue decisions, quest outcomes, and discoveries all accumulate to determine narrative variations and how the story resolves. Different outcomes generally require separate decision paths across multiple playthroughs or save reloads.
Q: Is companion dialogue missable?
Some of it is. Character dialogue can change after story milestones or after a relationship decision is made. Revisit Alice, Mery, March Hare, and Noah after major events, and complete notable conversations before advancing.
Q: Do I need to be supportive with every companion?
No. Supportive and confrontational dialogue both lead to valid content, but they unlock different relationship paths and information. Choose the approach that fits the story you want, and keep saves at branches if you want to explore both.