Are life's distractions or attacks strange reunions?

During the “Mabon” party scene at Abraxas' house. Life is Strange: ReunionYou must decide whether to attack the man with the sledgehammer or distract him. Fortunately, although the game marks this as an “important decision,” there are absolutely no story consequences to your choice.

The only thing this decision changes is whether or not you choose the “blueprint” optional evidence (by choosing to attack). This evidence is required to unlock the “Major Gumshoe” trophy/achievement. Life is Strange: Reunion. This evidence can also help you make the right choice when it comes to blaming someone for starting the fire. But it's not necessary to make the right decision; it just makes it easier.

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Should life distract you from this strange reunion or attack you?

You need to attack the person holding the sledgehammer. Life is Strange: Reunion. You should do this because there is no benefit to distraction. On the other hand, attacking the man will cause him to drop the “Blueprint” optional evidence needed to obtain the “Major Gumshow” trophy/achievement.

Don't worry about this choice coming back to haunt you later. The game calls this an “important decision,” but it has absolutely no effect on the events you participate in after the Mabon party. The only reason it says “Important Decision” is to mark this choice as important to your scavenger hunt. In addition to the trophy/achievement requirements, you should definitely grab the blueprints if you want to naturally find out who lit the fire themselves.

You don't need a blueprint to blame the right person for starting the fire, but it can help you figure out who the culprit is, making your decision easier.

What happens to a strange reunion when life gets in the way?

What Happens When You Distract Your Life? A Strange Reunion Image via GameRant; Source: Deck 9

To distract the man with the sledgehammer during the “Mabon” scene. Life is Strange: ReunionChloe plays a siren on her phone to trick the man into thinking the police are outside. The man leaves of his own choice, and Chloe has a funny interaction with Reggie. Here, Reggie hurries out of the room, believing the police will also come.

In this scenario, the man with the sledgehammer not so “Blueprint” Deletes optional evidence.

What if life's onslaught is a strange reunion?

What happens when life attacks you? A strange reunion. Image via GameRant; Source: Deck 9

​​​​​​​In the “Mabon” scene, if you choose to attack the man with a sledgehammer, Chloe will push the man to the floor, get up and run away. Reggie (in a drugged state) asks Chloe, “Is that your deepest secret?” Chloe just smiles and Reggie leaves.

In this scenario, the man with the sledgehammer do “Blueprint” Deletes optional evidence.


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released

March 26, 2026

ESRB

Ages 17 and older / Mild violence, strong language, suggestive themes, drug use


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