Dependence

Dependence is a major game mechanic in Lust Grimm and LustGrimm Again. It is one of the methods used by the game to represent Magrut gradually giving in to the temptations of the succubi.

Lust Grimm
Dependence has a value ranging from 0 to 100. It is increased by several points whenever the player loses to an enemy (the exact amount depends on the enemy). If Dependence reaches 100, this leads to the Dead End - a special ending in which Magrut gives in to the temptations of the succubi and becomes permanently trapped in the book. It is possible to continue after reaching this ending, but the player's level is reset to 1. The player also receives the key item Mark of the Vanquished.

It is much more difficult to decrease Dependence than it is to decrease Lust. Using a Suspicious Mage's service will decrease Dependence by only 1 point. Using a Grimm Potion on the spring at the top of Dopamine Mountain decreases it by 15. Reaching a Dead End resets Dependence to 50.

LustGrimm Again
Dependence reappears in this game, but it is now invisible to the player. It can still be lowered by Suspicious Mages and the Dopamine Mountain spring.