Decision Point Outcomes

Analyze Decision Point Outcomes in The Wolf Among Us. Learn the immediate and long-term consequences of your choices as Bigby Wolf in Fabletown.

In The Wolf Among Us, your choices as Bigby Wolf carry significant weight, shaping relationships, unlocking dialogue, and influencing future events. This section details the immediate and long-term consequences of key decision points throughout the game, helping you navigate Fabletown's treacherous waters.

Episode 1: Faith

Decision: How to Handle the Woodsman

Early in Episode 1, you'll confront the Woodsman after discovering Faith's apartment. Your approach here sets a precedent for how Fables perceive Bigby's methods.

• Option 1: Aggressive (Beat him down)
  • Immediate Outcome: The Woodsman is severely beaten and incapacitated. Snow White will express concern over your brutality. Toad will be visibly intimidated.
  • Long-Term Impact:
    • Reputation: Fables will view Bigby as more of a "Big Bad Wolf" – effective but ruthless. This can lead to some Fables being more cooperative out of fear, while others become more resistant or distrustful.
    • Dialogue: Later conversations with characters like Bufkin or Ichabod Crane might include references to your violent tendencies.
    • Evidence: You will still obtain the Woodsman's Axe, a crucial piece of evidence.
• Option 2: Diplomatic (Try to talk him down, then subdue)
  • Immediate Outcome: Bigby attempts to reason with the Woodsman, but ultimately still has to fight him, albeit with less overt brutality. Snow White will be less critical of your actions. Toad will still be wary but less terrified.
  • Long-Term Impact:
    • Reputation: Fables will see Bigby as firm but fair, willing to use force when necessary but not gratuitously. This can foster a slightly better working relationship with some Fables.
    • Dialogue: Less emphasis on your violent nature in future interactions.
    • Evidence: You will still obtain the Woodsman's Axe.

Decision: Pursue Toad or Crane

After the incident at Faith's apartment, you have a critical choice on who to follow first for information.

• Option 1: Follow Toad to his apartment
  • Immediate Outcome: You will immediately confront Toad and learn about his financial struggles and his dealings with the Crooked Man's associates. You'll gain access to his apartment, allowing you to find the Glamour Vial and potentially the Pawn Ticket (if you thoroughly investigate).
  • Information Gained: Direct information about the Crooked Man's operations and Toad's involvement.
  • Consequence: While you're with Toad, Crane will have more time to potentially cover his tracks or dispose of evidence related to Faith.
• Option 2: Go to Ichabod Crane's office
  • Immediate Outcome: You will arrive at Crane's office, potentially catching him off guard. This path allows you to immediately search his office for clues related to Faith and the missing money. You might find the Ledger Book or other incriminating documents more easily.
  • Information Gained: Direct access to the Mayor's office and potential evidence of his corruption or involvement.
  • Consequence: Toad will have more time to flee or hide evidence at his apartment. You may need to track him down later, potentially making him less cooperative.

Recommendation: While both paths yield important information, following Toad first often feels more organic to the narrative, as he's the more immediate witness. However, going to Crane's office can sometimes lead to more direct evidence against him earlier in the investigation.

Episode 2: Smoke & Mirrors

Decision: Where to Go First After the Bar Fight

Following the chaotic confrontation at the Trip Trap Bar, you have two immediate leads to pursue.

• Option 1: Investigate the crime scene at the Pudding & Pie
  • Immediate Outcome: You will arrive at the Pudding & Pie, where you can examine the aftermath of the murder. This path allows you to gather crucial forensic evidence, such as the Bloody Ribbon and potentially identify the murder weapon's type. You'll also interact with the investigating officers and get their perspective.
  • Information Gained: Direct evidence related to the murder, insights into the killer's methods, and the official Fabletown response.
  • Consequence: By prioritizing the crime scene, you delay confronting Beauty and Beast, giving them more time to potentially coordinate their stories or hide information.
• Option 2: Confront Beauty and Beast at their apartment
  • Immediate Outcome: You will go directly to Beauty and Beast's apartment. This allows for an immediate interrogation, potentially catching them off guard. You can press them for information about their financial troubles and their connection to the Crooked Man.
  • Information Gained: Personal accounts from Beauty and Beast, revealing their struggles and potential motives or connections to the case.
  • Consequence: You miss the initial opportunity to gather undisturbed evidence at the Pudding & Pie. Some evidence might be compromised or removed by the time you get there.

Recommendation: For a more thorough investigation, visiting the Pudding & Pie first is generally recommended. Gathering physical evidence before confronting suspects can strengthen your position during interrogations and reveal inconsistencies in their stories.