Day logs | Night trips This War of Mine Guide

Good and bad news.

After returning to the hideout you will see a detailed report that informs you about the events of last night. Usually it means both good news (night was calm, no one attacked you, your character found many supplies) and bad news (bandits have taken some of your stuff, injured one of the survivors or someone died). Having weapons and defenses greatly reduces chances of bad things happening in your hideout and returning to hideout before dawn guarantees no unpleasant surprises on the road back.

If the children are alone at night, it increases their sadness. So does separating them from their caretakers (more significant deterioration). Additionally, if the home is attacked while the child is alone there, it can cause trauma.