Maids & Masters Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Does my save from Arrival carry over?
A: Yes! This only applies to v0.10 and newer and the newer version of Arrival built in MZ, but there are detailed instructions in the README for both Arrival and the main game with instructions on how to carry over a save from Arrival.
Saves from the original VX Ace version of Arrival will not carry over even in the VX Ace version of the main game, or to the MZ version of the main game.
Q: Is there an Android version?
A: Not an official one. Emulators like JoiPlay may work, but I have not tested those solutions and they are not officially supported.
However, this is a work in progress. If it's possible to create an official Android version, it will be made available to those that support me. For ways you can support me, check the support tab.
Q: Is there a walkthrough for the game?
A: In short, no.
The long answer is that there was a spoiler-free walkthrough in the README, but that has been converted into the Task List in the in-game menu.
Q: I'm stuck and the Task List doesn't help. What do I do?
A: Talk with NPCs. Look at the maps and see if there's anywhere you haven't gone yet. Check the Estate Info; the Locations tab includes region maps with location names.
You're smart. You'll figure it out if you put in a little effort.
A: Trophy 0 - Clown Nose. Trophy 1 - Trophy Codex. Trophy 2 - Taxidermy Rat. Trophy 3 - Wooden Dildo. Trophy 4 - Preserved Flower. Trophy 5 - Work Gloves. Trophy 6 - G. Master Key. Trophy 7 - Trampled Flower. Trophy 8 - Sleeping Potion. Trophy 9 - Unread Book. Trophy 10 - VentÃre Accord. Trophy 11 - Mother's Blessing. Trophy 12 - Dark Mark. Trophy 13 - Wrapped Gift. Trophy 14 - Knife. Trophy 15 - Headband. Trophy 16 - Silver Platter. Trophy 17 - Chicken Egg. Trophy 18 - "Toy" Box. Trophy 19 - Nothing. Trophy 20 - Burnt Coin. Trophy 21 - Ribboned Gift. Trophy 22 - Druidic Headdress. Trophy 23 - Human Skull. Trophy 24 - Roich Accord. Trophy 25 - Bancroft Accord. Trophy 26 - Concoction Contract. Trophy 27 - Champion's Belt. Trophy 28 - Smoking Pipe. Trophy 29 - Cultist Robes. Trophy 30 - Pickaxe. Trophy 31 - Dog Collar. Trophy 32 - V.I.P. Poster. Trophy 33 - Blade. Trophy 34 - Golden Blade. Trophy 35 - Assorted Dresses.
Q: Where is the key in the uncle's Estate?
A: Talk with NPCs. Talk with your Maids on the 2nd floor. Pay attention to what they tell you.
Q: Which trophies can be missed?
A: Trophy 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 20, and 21 can be "missed" in that there are specific conditions to get them or ways to prevent access to where you obtain them. The non-seasonal trophies that can be missed can also be obtained at Big Dick's Estate. Trophies 12, 13, 21, and 22 are seasonal, and can only be obtained during the Haunt (12), the Freeze (13 and 21), or the Grow (22). Seasons repeat, allowing those trophies to be obtained during those seasons even if they're missed the first time through.
Trophy 4,16, and 33 are the only trophies that you only have one chance at. If you complete the part of the game they're available in without obtaining them, they cannot be obtained later.
Q: How do I get through the mind maze?
A:You need to satisfy the two larger flames. There's two ways to get past them. One is with Trophy 19 (which removes the orbs blocking the path). The other, you need to use the cancel mechanic to make a hidden choice (when choices are presented, hit X or Num0), but you need to make a choice before the hidden choice works.
There's more information available on the cancel mechanic in the README included with the game.
