Walkthrough for Aetorian MCs

Walkthrough with builds for: having the best MC to join the shipowners in Lords; the best for all other clubs or the estate, plus the highest autonomy stats and all friends possible: Blaylock, Findlay, Sandoral, Garing, Welles, Katarina, Reyes, Lewes, Havenport, Hartigan, Holt and 2nd part of Cunaris, Loch Lanzerel, Marion and Campos.

Intro:

Initially made this guide to show the results of seeking a younger MC (not initially 30) capable of passing Lords harshest combined stats check of 130 (intellect+charisma), later improved it to show how to get a nice MC for other clubs and for the Estate Paths.
Follows the 3 builds from Sabres, one with low age for all paths except joining Shipowners, one with low age for joining Shipowners with a few restrictions in Lords and another older optimized for Shipowners club.
Also got all friends possible and maximized autonomies while getting the stats.
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2940708385

Continuing from the Sabres guide:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2949763494

Builds and observations:

Build 1A is focused in optimizing investment in Garing Guns, and best not go to Vb+Xa as can't buy a promotion.
Build 1B is meant to avoid investment in Garing, or at least minimize it to 2000, but can go to any path.
Build 2 is optimized for shipowners club with better stats and has no restrictions but is older.
Build 3 can't do Xa and is optimized for shipowners club with better stats.

Chapter I

#With bravado; standing firm across their path will rattle the enemy's nerves.

#I'll raise my men's spirits so that they might resist the enemy charge.

#"You're right, Staff-sergeant. Changes need to be made."

#"Very good, Staff-sergeant, see that it is done."

Chapter II

#"We've already identified the root causes, and my Staff-sergeant is already working on it."

#Confusion; my father barely even spoke to me.

For Full Aetoria :
#Mother is dead, and she has been for quite a few years now.
For Estate and Estate to Aetoria:
#My mother and I are quite close.

#I have a younger brother and sister.

#I send back nothing.

Vb:
#I shall be going into every battle in armour, with my new sword.
Va:
#I shall decide on a case-by-case basis.

#4th Troop, under Lieutenant Findlay.

Build 2 and 1A:
#I offer rewards for the fastest shots in the squadron.
Build 3 and 1B:
#I order extra drill until all the men can get it right.

#Broadening my horizons; I learn the Antari language.

Chapter III

#"Of course, Your Grace."

#"Order the men to maintain normal readiness."

#"Lieutenant $!{ltname}! Dismount your troop and run that rabble down!"

#I send a detachment to rush ahead and hold the bridge for me.

Chapter IV

#I try to turn the tables with a bluff of my own.

#I read the letter from my family.

#No, I'll give nothing to that arrogant fool.

#I read the letter from Wolfswood.

#No, I will not allow myself to be drawn into this.

#I read the missive from Grenadier Square.

#I want to make sure my men are doing well.

#I call a staff meeting and get my subordinates to figure out a solution.

#I would like to see how Lady Katarina is faring.

#"In fact, I did."

#"There is no need to apologise."

For romance:
#I would hope earnestly to gain her deep affection, perhaps even more.
For friendship:
#I hold her in high esteem as an acquaintance.

For NOT Full Estate Path path:
#I shall visit Master Garing and see what he is up to.
#"Might I take a look at your plans?"
#"I would be happy to invest in this project."
For Aetoria Path
Invest 2500 (2000 if 1B)
For Estate to Aetoria Path:
Invest 1

Full Estate Path:
#I would like to continue writing my memoirs.

#I'll volunteer for the Forlorn Hope; glory calls to me!

Path to Va (Never build 3)
(get a medal, more reputation and Grenadier Square Influence +9)
#"Could I not convince Havenport to allow us both to take part?"

Path to Vb (Never build 1A + Xa)
(get Marcus friendship (60 becomes 67), less losses, and +1 Sgt Autonomy)
#"Yes, I suppose I shall."

Chapter Va:

#Am I to wait forever for my moment of triumph?

#…my decision not to wear my armour and knightly sword was the right one.

#I found the safest approach to the breach.

#There must be some other way!

#I discreetly hang back and let one of my men run ahead and trigger the trap.

#I'll go forward and personally vanquish the enemy gun crew in close fighting.

#We counter-charge; it's the last thing they'll expect!

Chapter Vb:

#"Surely we might be employed in some better way than as a battering ram."

#Perhaps he has extraordinary faith in our ability?

#So our victory shall be delayed a few hours, what of it?

#…my decision to wear my armour and bane-runed sword was the right one.

#I will go to look for him.

#Keane had the right of it; I will keep my men in column.

#I won't let my men be made into target practice; skirmish order!

#This is the moment I have been waiting for.

#I assign men to clear the walls.

#Third Squadron and Lieutenant Hawkins.

#I assign men to guard the flanks.

#Sixth Squadron and Lieutenant ltname.

#I order my remaining men to support the main attack.

#These people wish only to defend their homes; I dislike having to fight them.

#"When you've more experience, such things will come naturally."

#Convince the men to remain under discipline.
For Xa:
#I give orders to set up a safe area.
#We must protect the city's banebloods, and charge them for the trouble, of course.

For Xb:
#I march my men back to camp.

Chapter VI

#"The sack disgusts me as much as it does you."

#"It would be no trouble at all, Lord Renard."

Va or Xb:
#I request that my entire squadron be honoured.

Vb and Xa:
#Split the profit? Why would I do that? It's all mine!

#Agree to act as Blaylock's second.

#"Then I must congratulate you on your victory."

#"You might thank me by next time seeking out my counsel before things go too far."

Build 1A + Xa:
#It's not worth the trouble; I don't request replacements.
Build 1B, 2 and 3 going to Xb and saving your men at the cost of Lewes:
#It's not worth the trouble; I don't request replacements.
otherwise:
#I throw my weight around and try to get the best replacements.

#"What is your opinion of your visit thus far, sir?"

#"Not a quaint tradition, a pointless and self-defeating one."

Va:
#Exhilaration; so this is the nectar of true fame.

#I would like nothing better than to be his friend.

Chapter VII

#My time would be best served speaking with Lord Cassius.

#"Very good, we'll lend a hand."

if going to Xb
#"Your Excellency, would you please head to the rear, for the lady's sake at least."
if going to Xa
#"Perhaps it would be best to allow him to take a look."

#No, I will take charge.

#I'll lure the enemy in, then hit them with a counter-charge.

For Xa:
#"You might thank me with a drink once we reach Fort Kharan."
For Xb:
#"We did our duty, that was all."

#"Given the circumstances, caution would be best; we go east."

#"I'm not doing this for my sake but for your safety."

#I'll use the opportunity to show off where my men and I fought.

#"We'll buy from the locals."

#"The purchase of supplies should be the responsibility of each individual troop commander."

Chapter VIII

#"I would trust His Excellency to handle himself."

#Women officers? Surely it is not such a bad idea.

if going Xa
#"Better banebloods of whatever sex than giving commissions to the baneless."
if going Xb
#"Surely, ladies of the blood deserve the chance to prove themselves equal."

#"I must confess that it was your argument that swayed me."

#"Then we are of a mind, you and I."

For romance:
#Lady Welles has captivated me utterly; I must see her again, and soon.
For friendship:
#I rather think that we shall get along famously, Lady Welles and I.

#"Very well, I shall humour you this once, but I'll not do it again."

#"You may attend, if you relate to me the substance of the discussions afterwards."

Vb and NOT Xb:
#Yes, I would very much like to be a major.
Vb and Xb:
#No, now is not the time for it.

Chapter IX

#We can stop them with a good volley or two.

#I have a plan, one that will lose us neither men nor time.

#Discipline comes first; get the looters back in line before proceeding.

#"Of course. You may lead me to him directly."

#"Shall you be ransomed soon?"

#"Should you want for employment, you may inquire after me when this war ends."

For build 1A always, for a build 3 that will go Shipowner or Reform and optionally for 1B :
#I shall refine my knowledge of the Antari language.

Otherwise:
#I'll use the time to oversee the development of one of my lieutenants.
if going Xa
#I coach Sandoral on the rougher aspects of command.
if going Xb
#I try to instil into Lord Renard some appreciation for common sense.

#"Introduce me to this fellow, Lieutenant. I might be able to talk him around."

For Xa:
(No deaths, more $, influence with R.T.I (Tierran C.I.A))
If romancing Kat:
#"For you? Anything."
Otherwise:
#"You are my friend, madam, and I would not leave a friend in need."
For Xb:
(at least one death, more seniority, friendship with Marcus Va=60 to 64, Vb=67 to 70, more reputation, more royalist influence)
#"I am afraid I must refuse."
#I'll not rise to this last prodding; my decision stands.

Chapter Xa

If romancing Kat:
#"Then you shall have me."
#"Then let us see it to the very end, together."

Otherwise:
#Were I in her place, would I not do the same?

Vb:
#I see if any of the men have problems I could resolve.
Va:
#A final inspection will sharpen the men up a little.

#I should go with Lady Katarina, to see to her safety.

#I feel useless dawdling here; I shall see if Lefebvre needs a hand.

#I've got a runegun, don't I? This seems like the perfect time to use it.

#Could I not convince her to surrender?

#"You mustn't blame them, they did not know."

Chapter Xb

#A fresh chance to prove my worth, one which I welcome eagerly!

#"Are you sure I'm ready for this, sir?"

#"I'm happy to see Lieutenant Lewes is well."

#"Might I be excused as well, sir?"

#"Even in your current state, you might turn your talents elsewhere, sir."

if mentored Renard in chapter 9
#"I would be honoured to, sir."

#I wonder if Lord Cassius has any time for me?

#I would like to see the men of my squadron, one last time.

#I should at least let them know that I wish them well.

#Perhaps Lord Marcus is up for one last game of Tassenswerd.

#"I will give you what advice I can."

if discipline >=65 and is going to sacrifice Lewes:
#Best I take the Experimentals up on their invitation now; I might not have another chance to.
otherwise:
#I shall seek out Cazarosta; no doubt he could use the company.
if Captain:
#"You should be commanding the regiment, not I."
if Cazarosta >= 75
#"Goodbye, Cazarosta."
if Cazarosta < 75
#He is finally learning to behave like a gentleman, that's all.

#"Very well, I suppose I'll need it."

if not armored:
#"Yes, I think I shall."

#"Allow me, my lady."

For romance:
#"You are more than a friend; I could not bear to lose you."

#Perhaps, especially if such machines become more common.

if not sacrificing Hartigan:
#I shall send Garret and Fourth Squadron.
Otherwise:
#I cannot spare the men this early in the battle; Hartigan will have to make do.

#It's not right; I should be going myself.

if not sacrificing Marcus:
#Cazarosta and Third Squadron should suffice to give the Highlanders a hand.
Otherwise:
#The Highlanders will have to make do; nobody can be spared.

#"On the contrary; I would rate our victory to be almost certain."

#"Excellent! I have sat here uselessly long enough!"

if sacrificed Marcus or Hartigan:
#Why not use our heavy guns to aid the Experimentals while we go to the aid of the 5th of foot?
#I commit everything to a flanking charge.

Otherwise:
#Our heavy guns could support the 5th of Foot instead, leaving us free to aid the Experimentals.

#"All of it's true, and frankly, they terrify me."

if discipline >=65 and sacrifice Lewes : +10% reputation
#"Very well, I trust your judgement, Major."
otherwise (Marion and your Sgt die): -15 strenght and 2x+10% reputation
#"You will withdraw your men at once; that is an order."

#"Staff-sergeant! I need another volley, now!"

Epilogue

#I tried to convince the others to show as much mercy as possible.

#Even in peacetime, I supposed I would be better off as a lieutenant-colonel than a major.

#"I shall be inheriting a seat on the Cortes; that shall keep me busy."

#"Why, that is a marvellous idea!"

#"Why, of course, I expected this!"

for Xb:
#"It was a victory well won, by Royal Intelligence and the King's Army both."

Build 2+Vb+Xa import results in Lords

Build 3+Vb+Xb(lewes dead) import results in Lords

For Shipowners members in Lords

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2947824811

For Reform members in Lords

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3042025155

[Tiago]

My bad, that option only appears if "#"Allow me, my lady."" isn't taken and a bad option is picked, so it wasn't supposed to be in the guide.

[Black Wolf7777]

About Xb how do I get the 'Show Lady Welles the Way' and subsequent option because I followed and I didn't get it.

[Tiago]

Chapters Va, Vb, Xa, Xb.

[Error_profilenotfound_]

Sorry for being slow, but what exactly do va/vb & xa/xb stand for?

[Tiago]

do you mean the image of the results that steam apparently banished?if it's that then steam give me an error if i try to re-upload it.

[Tiago]

Not coming though? how exactly?

[gamekeeper4554]

hey sorry to ask but why aren't build 1 coming though? or have you not posted them up yet