Course of Temptation Beginner's Guide: Getting Started Tips (18+)

Warning: Course of Temptation contains explicit adult content and is 18+ only.

Welcome to Course of Temptation! This comprehensive beginner's guide will help you navigate your first week in this detailed adult college life simulator.

Getting Started with Course of Temptation

Course of Temptation is a text-based life simulation game where you manage a college student's daily life, relationships, and personal development. Every choice matters, and people remember your actions.

Character Creation

Appearance Customization

Choose your gender identity (male, female, transgender, non-binary)
Customize physical appearance
Select starting outfits
Define your character's background

Starting Attributes

Academic skills
Physical fitness
Social abilities
Sexual experience (careful - this affects starting inclinations!)

Daily Life Management

Basic Needs

Hunger: Eat regularly to maintain energy
Hygiene: Shower daily to stay presentable
Energy: Get enough sleep each night
Social: Interact with others to avoid loneliness

Time Management

Attend classes to build academic skills
Work part-time jobs for money
Exercise at the gym for fitness
Socialize to build relationships

Building Skills

Academic Skills

Attend classes regularly
Study in the library
Complete assignments
Join study groups

Physical Skills

Work out at the gym
Play sports
Go jogging
Practice yoga

Social Skills

Talk to NPCs
Attend parties
Join clubs
Build friendships

Relationship Mechanics

Making Friends

Regular interactions build familiarity
Shared activities strengthen bonds
Help others when they need it
Remember birthdays and important events

Romance

Build friendship first
Look for romantic signals
Ask people out on dates
Respect boundaries

Reputation

Word spreads about your actions
Secrets don't always stay secret
Your reputation affects how others treat you
Some actions have lasting consequences

First Week Survival Tips

Day 1-2: Orientation

Explore the campus
Meet your neighbors
Attend orientation events
Set up your daily routine

Day 3-4: Establishing Routine

Start attending classes
Find a part-time job
Join a club or two
Make some friends

Day 5-7: Branching Out

Try new activities
Go to parties
Explore the town
Start building deeper relationships

Common Beginner Mistakes

Don't:

Ignore basic needs (leads to negative events)
Skip classes too often (hurts academic progress)
Spend all your money immediately
Rush into relationships without building rapport
Ignore your reputation

Do:

Maintain a balanced schedule
Save money for emergencies
Build skills gradually
Pay attention to NPC reactions
Think about long-term consequences

Understanding Events

Random Events

Hundreds of possible events
Some are one-time only
Others repeat with variations
Your choices shape future events

Triggered Events

Based on your skills and attributes
Relationship-dependent
Location-specific
Time-sensitive

Money Management

Earning Money

Part-time jobs
Side gigs
Questionable opportunities
Selling items

Spending Wisely

Food and necessities
Clothing and appearance
Entertainment
Gifts for relationships

Exploration Tips

Campus Locations

Dorm rooms
Classrooms
Library
Gym
Cafeteria
Student center

Town Locations

Shops and stores
Restaurants and bars
Entertainment venues
Parks and recreation
Seedy areas (be careful!)

Attitude Development

Inclinations

Develop over time through choices
Shape how your character reacts
Affect available options
Can't be easily changed

Personality Growth

Your choices define your character
Consistent behavior reinforces traits
Contradictory actions create conflict
Character growth feels natural

Advanced Tips

Optimization

Plan your daily schedule
Prioritize important relationships
Balance short-term and long-term goals
Don't try to do everything at once

Experimentation

Try different approaches
Take calculated risks
Learn from mistakes
Embrace the unexpected

Conclusion

Course of Temptation rewards patience, planning, and thoughtful decision-making. Your first playthrough is about learning the systems and discovering what kind of story you want to tell.

Take your time, pay attention to consequences, and most importantly—have fun exploring this detailed adult life simulator!

Remember: Course of Temptation is 18+ only. Play responsibly.