Effects

In special events in both Lapse and Lapse 2, some of the advisors will suggest certain changes and additions to your playthrough. If agreed to, these cards add active Effects. Every active effect gets used on specific deaths, prolonging your playthrough. You can only have a maximum of four total active effects per playthrough.

With in-app purchases, you can also purchase Effects which prolongs your playthrough.

Lover
This effect is given to the player after a special card event where Kumiyo asks you about the First Lady's treatment of Kumiyo. If you profess your feelings, the "Lover" effect will activate, giving you a second chance when you're too harsh on your people.

"Despite the rainy days, gossip continues to pique people's curiosity. They will ignore real problems for a while."

Radar.pngt Army
Offered by General Ramsey, this active effect gives you the ability to live through an invasion caused by the loss of your army.

"Secret military bases are a great defense in the event of an enemy invasion, especially when the army is weak."

Church.pngious Buildings
Offered by Father Laetonius, this active effect gives you the ability to calm your people after being too harsh.

"Religion can do many things. Rebellions will be less likely as long as there is the threat of divine punishment."

Fox.png Force
Offered by Director of Intelligence Moore, this active effect gives you the ability to tackle extreme events within the country.

"Special Forces Foxhound is an elite black ops unit. Specialized in covert operations, it will ensure that the nation will be secure against inside threats."

Antiradiation.pngut Shelter
Offered by Vice President Orville, this active effect protects part of the population in case the Environment dips to dangerous levels.

"Fallout shelters are essential in the case of high radiation levels. They will protect part of the population."

Euro.pngency Fund
Offered by the Minister for Economic Affairs Dugan, this active effect keeps you afloat during bankruptcy.

"Money can't buy happiness, but it certainly can help. Thanks to this emergency fund, you'll be covered in bankruptcy."

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In a random encounter, let the people who are infected by an unknown disease arrive at the country. Then this effect will trigger. Reduces the Environment bar every turn.

"Despite the safety procedures activated, the virus is slowly spreading through [sic] the world. No one is safe"

Open Conflict
Can happen in the arc where President Nakato is missing and the south countries wage war with the state in a random encounter. Reduces the Army bar every turn.

"Arm the ships, raise the fighters, A war has begun, and your army will be put to the test."

Extermination
If you chose to launch an atomic weapon to fight back during the war, you will slaughter a bunch of people, then this effect will appear draining people's happiness. Reduces the People bar every turn.

"Despite the reasons behind it, the slaughter done by the army is unacceptable. An insurrection is around the corner."