Do I give Flowey mercy?
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The decision to spare or kill Flowey depends on the player’s goals and preferences in the game, as sparing Flowey can provide hints for the True Pacifist ending, while killing Flowey is necessary for the Genocide route and Soulless True Pacifist. Ultimately, the choice to give Flowey mercy is a personal one, and players should consider the implications of their actions on the game’s story and outcomes.
Understanding Flowey’s Role
Flowey’s Character and Significance
Flowey is a complex character in the game, and his actions and dialogue are crucial to understanding the story and its multiple endings. To make an informed decision about whether to spare or kill Flowey, players should consider his role in the game and the consequences of their choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What happens if I spare Flowey?
Sparing Flowey will allow him to provide hints for the True Pacifist ending and will not prevent players from achieving this ending in a subsequent playthrough.
2. What happens if I kill Flowey in the neutral ending?
Killing Flowey in the neutral ending will not prevent players from achieving the Pacifist ending in a subsequent playthrough, but Flowey will not provide hints for this ending.
3. Can I still complete the True Pacifist route if I killed Flowey in my neutral run?
Yes, players can still complete the True Pacifist route even if they killed Flowey in their neutral run, but they will need to figure out the requirements for this ending on their own.
4. What does Flowey say if you spare him?
If spared, Flowey will say “I’ll kill everyone. I’ll kill everyone you love.”
5. How do I beat Flowey?
To beat Flowey, players must first deal with the six souls, which will drop Flowey’s DEF to zero and restore the player’s HP.
6. What happens if you give Asgore mercy?
If the player chooses MERCY for Asgore, he will be surprised and offer to care for the player as his own child.
7. Why is Flowey scared of Chara?
Flowey is scared of Chara because he realizes that he is not exempt from Chara’s genocide and sees the terrible reality of his situation.
8. Does Flowey remember resets?
Yes, Flowey is the only character who can remember events after a timeline reset, except for the “True Reset” after completing the Pacifist ending.
9. Why does Flowey warn you about Sans?
Flowey warns the player about Sans because Sans is dangerous when he finds out about the Save ability, which allows players to manipulate the timeline.
10. What happens if you kill Flowey in the genocide route?
Killing Flowey in the genocide route will require a True Reset to bring him back, which can only be achieved after completing the True Pacifist or Genocide ending.
11. Can Flowey be killed?
Yes, Flowey can be killed after he is defeated, and the player has the option to spare or kill him.
12. What happens if you dodge Flowey’s bullets?
Dodging Flowey’s bullets will trigger a special easter egg dialogue from Flowey, but it will not affect the overall game.
13. Is Chara or Frisk evil?
Chara is not inherently evil, but Frisk’s actions can lead to the downfall of the peaceful monsters in the Underground.
14. Why doesn’t Flowey have a soul?
Flowey lacks a soul because he was created from the dust of Asriel, which contained the essence of a monster but not a soul.
15. Can Flowey be brought back to life?
Flowey can be brought back to life by reloading a save or achieving a True Reset after completing the Pacifist or Genocide ending.