In Anno 117’s Pax Romana, Diana faces a family crisis: skip the vital party and risk dynasty fractures, or attend and ignite rivalries?
Given her dealings with slaver Caeso Syracus, it can seem like a pivotal decision, but it doesn’t amount to all that much either way you decide to lean. In this guide, we’ll walk you through whether you should tell Diana to attend the party in Anno 117 Pax Romana. Note that there are spoilers ahead, so stay clear if you want to experience the outcome first-hand.
Should Diana attend the party in Anno 117 Pax Romana?
Diana faces a tough choice in Anno 117 Pax Romana: skip the party to manage family duties or join for key alliances. Attending builds bonds with influential patricians, unlocking trade perks and noble quests that boost your province’s growth. Missing it risks strained relations and lost opportunities, though you can send a proxy via diplomacy menu to salvage some benefits. Weigh your current needs-prioritize if resources lag or family prestige dips low.
Head down to Lilybaion, where you’ll be redirected towards Syrah. Sail over and interact with Diana’s ship near the island. After a brief cut scene, go through the dialogue, and you’ll come to the decision to send her to the party or not.
As far as Marcia and Marcus are concerned, the outcome is the same regardless of whether Diana crashes the party or not: Emperor Lucius dies. The only difference is in how he meets his fate.
- Diana attends the party: Diana confronts the emperor about his lies, causing him to suddenly take ill, presumably a heart attack, and pass away.
- Diana misses the party: Diana stays clear of the event, but you’ll still need to attend to deliver a gift in her name to Empress Julia. A slave murders Emperor Lucius.
From a moral standpoint, it’s probably best for Diana if she isn’t responsible for her father’s death. As such, getting her to avoid the party works out as the best choice in Anno 117 Pax Romana Family Matters. As for Lucius’s death, it mixes up the political landscape, setting you up for what’s next in the campaign. We also have a detailed guide covering Anno 117 production ratios if you’re aiming for peak efficiency.
What happens if Diana skips the party
If Diana skips Julia’s birthday party in Anno 117: Pax Romana’s “Family Matters” quest, she stays away from the event near Syrah.
Key Events
You deliver a gift to Empress Julia on Diana’s behalf during the party. A slave then assassinates Emperor Lucius with a knife, ending his life without Diana’s involvement.
Consequences
Diana avoids confronting Lucius publicly, sparing her the guilt of his death-unlike if she attends, where her accusations trigger his apparent heart attack. The overall campaign storyline and gameplay (e.g., resources, progression) remain unchanged.
What gift should I bring if Diana skips the party
If Diana skips Julia’s birthday party in Anno 117: Pax Romana, you deliver a specific gift on her behalf to the Empress during the event near Syrah.
Gift Details
The quest prompts you to select and bring a pre-determined gift item-typically a luxury good like jewelry, fine cloth, or a decorative artifact available from your city’s trade or production chains (e.g., gold jewelry or silk). No particular gift outperforms others; any valid option fulfills the task without affecting rewards or outcomes.
Aftermath
Post-delivery, a slave assassinates Emperor Lucius with a knife, advancing the storyline cleanly. Diana remains unaffected emotionally, avoiding guilt from the incident.
