Romantic
Field guide
How romantic works
the love track
The romantic track covers the full journey from first attraction to marriage. 12 labels track every stage of romance including secret crushes, committed partnerships, engagement, and marriage. The track also covers relationship endings with Ex-Lovers and the choice between exclusive and non-exclusive partnerships.
12 labels
Progression
the full chain
20
Romantic Interest
Max Lv 20
The first spark of attraction. Develops through flirting and romantic Together Cards. Both Parafolk must be in a romance-appropriate life stage.
10
Secret Crush
Max Lv 10
Asymmetric
One-sided romantic feelings. The other Parafolk doesn't know yet. Can develop into mutual interest or be denied.
10
Denied Crush
Max Lv 10
Negative
Romantic interest was rejected. Creates awkwardness and limits romantic interactions temporarily.
20
Lover
Max Lv 20
Mutual romantic commitment. Unlocks intimate interactions, living together benefits, and the path to engagement.
1
Kissing Partners
Max Lv 1
Hidden
System tracker for physical affection milestones. Hidden from the player UI.
1
Intimacy Partners
Max Lv 1
Hidden
System tracker for intimate milestones. Hidden from the player UI.
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Betrothed
Proposed and accepted. The step before marriage. Unlocks wedding planning interactions.
1
Prospective Co-Parent
Max Lv 1
Planning to have children together. Set through specific interactions before trying for a baby.
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Spouse
The highest romantic commitment. Provides household bonuses, shared finances, and family-building options.
1
Ex-Lover
Max Lv 1
Negative
A romance that ended. Affects future interactions and creates tension in social situations.
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Non-Exclusive Partner
An open arrangement. Both partners can pursue other romantic interests without jealousy penalties.
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Exclusive Partner
A committed partnership. Romantic interactions with others will trigger jealousy.
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Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions
quick answers
How do you get married in Paralives?
The romantic progression goes: Romantic Interest (max 20) → Lover (max 20) → Betrothed → Spouse. You need to build the relationship through flirting, dates, and romantic Together Cards. Both Parafolk must be in a romance-appropriate life stage (Teen or older for interest, Young Adult or older for marriage).Can Parafolk have open relationships in Paralives?
Yes. Once two Parafolk become Lovers, you can choose between Non-Exclusive Relationship and Exclusive Relationship. Non-exclusive allows romantic interactions with other Parafolk without jealousy penalties.What happens when a romance ends in Paralives?
Breaking up creates an Ex-Lovers label. If romantic interest was one-sided, a Denied Crush label forms. These negative romantic labels coexist with other labels and affect future interactions and Together Card availability.