Allignment

There are a number of fundamental dichotomies, pairs of opposed universal forces in eternal struggle against their opposite. Characters may allign with one side of one dichotomy.

The allignments are:

• Lawful vs. Chaotic
• Divine vs. Humane
• Noble vs. Humble

Each allignment offers some questions that apply to all moves

Lawful

• Are you enforcing a local, cultural, or religious Law?
• Are you punnishing the guilty?
• Are you prioritizing an institution?

Chaotic

• Are you challenging an institution?
• Are you breaking someone’s chains?
• Are you stoking discent?

Divine

• Are you bringing a Divine prophecy to fruition?
• Are you sacrificing a generous mortal pleasure, furnishment, or nourishment?
• Are you rewarding the faithful at cost to yourself?

Humane

• Are you undermining a Divine prophecy?
• Are you achieving, furthering, or clarifying your own private meaning and purpose?
• Are you deepening a personal relationship (according to them)?

Noble

• Are you providing societal stability and leadership not otherwise provided by law?
• Are you furthering the goals, ambitions, or reputation of your Noble house?
• Are you prioritizing your Noble duty at personal cost?

Humble

• Are you exposing the sanctimonious for their flaws, hypocracy, or hubris?
• Are you respecting the limitations of your abilities, position, and circumstances?
• Are you helping others at cost to yourself?