A Woman’s Lot can catch you off guard because asking Theresa how she survived Skalitz starts a whole playable story. You’re committing to several hours away from Henry, not a sh…

A Woman’s Lot can catch you off guard because asking Theresa how she survived Skalitz starts a whole playable story. You’re committing to several hours away from Henry, not a short conversation you can leave halfway through. Make a separate save before choosing that dialogue at the Rattay mill. Once you start, finishing her story or loading an earlier save is how you get back. This DLC has two substantial parts. Theresa takes you through the days around the attack on Skalitz. Johanka’s story, The Madonna of Sasau, comes later and you play that one as Henry. I’m covering both here, including the choices that can affect how Johanka’s story ends. Theresa has her own inventory and abilities. Preparing Henry with expensive armor and a pile of potions won’t turn her into that same character. Check what she actually has, collect useful supplies as you go, and approach danger accordingly. One important thing before any of that: you do not have to finish Theresa’s story to get Mutt. Asking about taking the dog is a separate conversation. If all you wanted was a companion for Henry, you can do that without accidentally signing up for the entire flashback.