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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[~~Imperial_army~~#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.		This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.

	This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[~~Imperial_army~~#Army_Size\|large]] army). The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].		This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Army#Army_Size\|large]] army). The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].

	Soldiers in the army will reach out to the inhabitants of the territory, seeking to work with them, getting to know them and their concerns, and offering assistance where they can. The exact nature depends on the people and the nation the army belongs to. People in a Marcher territory might value hard work and welcome additional hands on their farms, while a Freeborn territory might encourage soldiers to seek out opportunities to spend money in local businesses. The effect is subtle but widespread. It enables the army to find supplies and resources to support itself without depleting the local economy, or angering the people who live in the territory.		Soldiers in the army will reach out to the inhabitants of the territory, seeking to work with them, getting to know them and their concerns, and offering assistance where they can. The exact nature depends on the people and the nation the army belongs to. People in a Marcher territory might value hard work and welcome additional hands on their farms, while a Freeborn territory might encourage soldiers to seek out opportunities to spend money in local businesses. The effect is subtle but widespread. It enables the army to find supplies and resources to support itself without depleting the local economy, or angering the people who live in the territory.

Twiggy at 01:24, 22 January 2026

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	This ritual targets an [[~~Imperial armies~~\|Imperial army]]. The [[general]] responsible for the army (or the [[egregores\|egregore]] if the general is not at Anvil) must be present throughout.		This ritual targets an [[Army\|Imperial army]]. The [[general]] responsible for the army (or the [[egregores\|egregore]] if the general is not at Anvil) must be present throughout.

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Twiggy at 23:08, 1 August 2025

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	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[~~Ritual_theory~~#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the general's army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Laws_of_magic#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the general's army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

Twiggy at 10:54, 14 July 2025

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	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the ~~generals~~ army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the general's army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

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	This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.		This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.

	This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].		This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army). The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].

	Soldiers in the army will reach out to the inhabitants of the territory, seeking to work with them, getting to know them and their concerns, and offering assistance where they can. The exact nature depends on the people and the nation the army belongs to. People in a Marcher territory might value hard work and welcome additional hands on their farms, while a Freeborn territory might encourage soldiers to seek out opportunities to spend money in local businesses. The effect is subtle but widespread. It enables the army to find supplies and resources to support itself without depleting the local economy, or angering the people who live in the territory.		Soldiers in the army will reach out to the inhabitants of the territory, seeking to work with them, getting to know them and their concerns, and offering assistance where they can. The exact nature depends on the people and the nation the army belongs to. People in a Marcher territory might value hard work and welcome additional hands on their farms, while a Freeborn territory might encourage soldiers to seek out opportunities to spend money in local businesses. The effect is subtle but widespread. It enables the army to find supplies and resources to support itself without depleting the local economy, or angering the people who live in the territory.

Dre at 21:20, 6 April 2025

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 ~~Thrones~~.		This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.

	This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].		This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].
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	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[~~runes~~]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

	The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Residents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.		The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Residents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.

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	This ritual empowers and enhances an army, drawing on potent Autumn resonances of [[Autumn magic#bands\|bands]], [[Autumn magic#Influence\|influence]], and [[Autumn magic#Trade\|trade]]. The [[enchantment]] improves the logistics of the campaign army, harmonizing the needs of various parts, and smoothing over inefficiencies or the impact of bad luck or chaotic events. More importantly, it provides a subtle supernatural improvement to the ability of individual soldiers to perceive and create [[Autumn_magic#Bands\|bonds]] with anyone who is not actively in opposition to them. As with many [[Autumn magic]] effects, an element of manipulation of serendipity and chance is also at work, gently nudging soldiers and folk near the army into positions where they can mutually benefit one another. It makes it easy for individuals to see the places where their ambitions and goals overlap with those they speak to, and quietly urges them to engage in reciprocal arrangements, often trading time and labour for food, money, or prestige.		This ritual empowers and enhances an army, drawing on potent Autumn resonances of [[Autumn magic#bands\|bands]], [[Autumn magic#Influence\|influence]], and [[Autumn magic#Trade\|trade]]. The [[enchantment]] improves the logistics of the campaign army, harmonizing the needs of various parts, and smoothing over inefficiencies or the impact of bad luck or chaotic events. More importantly, it provides a subtle supernatural improvement to the ability of individual soldiers to perceive and create [[Autumn_magic#Bands\|bonds]] with anyone who is not actively in opposition to them. As with many [[Autumn magic]] effects, an element of manipulation of serendipity and chance is also at work, gently nudging soldiers and folk near the army into positions where they can mutually benefit one another. It makes it easy for individuals to see the places where their ambitions and goals overlap with those they speak to, and quietly urges them to engage in reciprocal arrangements, often trading time and labour for food, money, or prestige.

	''Bound by Common Cause'' has a profound weakness in that ~~it's~~ subtle magic finds no purchase on those who are not already somewhat predisposed towards the soldiers it enchants. It has no effect on those actively hostile to the army, such as members of barbarian nations, but it also fails to work with individuals or factions that are afraid of, jealous of, or contemptuous of the army and its soldiers. Unless the initial seed of common cause exists, the magic finds nothing to work with. As such, it is effective only in Imperial territories, and is of no use in dealing with anyone who is not at least indifferent to the Empire. It is no match for orders such as [[Army_qualities#Freedom_Fighters\|Break the Chains]], for example.		''Bound by Common Cause'' has a profound weakness in that its subtle magic finds no purchase on those who are not already somewhat predisposed towards the soldiers it enchants. It has no effect on those actively hostile to the army, such as members of barbarian nations, but it also fails to work with individuals or factions that are afraid of, jealous of, or contemptuous of the army and its soldiers. Unless the initial seed of common cause exists, the magic finds nothing to work with. As such, it is effective only in Imperial territories, and is of no use in dealing with anyone who is not at least indifferent to the Empire. It is no match for orders such as [[Army_qualities#Freedom_Fighters\|Break the Chains]], for example.

	The benefits to the army itself are obvious, but there are also benefits to the people of the territory where that army is located. Usually this just means that the soldiers and the local populace gain a deeper appreciation for each other, reinforcing existing bonds of trust and respect between Imperial citizens. Sometimes it may have a more profound effect, however. An army ''Bound by Common Cause'' finds it a lot easier to predict and respond to threats to the people of a territory. It doesn't increase their ability to fight off an invading army, but it will put them in much better stead for ensuring threatened civilians are able to get to safety. It may help counter raids from barbarian warbands, or reduce the deaths caused by a natural disaster. It might even provide advance warning of a growing threat, although it is no match for committed espionage or intelligence gathering. As with all such large-scale effects the impact of the enchantment, if any, depends entirely on the circumstances.		The benefits to the army itself are obvious, but there are also benefits to the people of the territory where that army is located. Usually this just means that the soldiers and the local populace gain a deeper appreciation for each other, reinforcing existing bonds of trust and respect between Imperial citizens. Sometimes it may have a more profound effect, however. An army ''Bound by Common Cause'' finds it a lot easier to predict and respond to threats to the people of a territory. It doesn't increase their ability to fight off an invading army, but it will put them in much better stead for ensuring threatened civilians are able to get to safety. It may help counter raids from barbarian warbands, or reduce the deaths caused by a natural disaster. It might even provide advance warning of a growing threat, although it is no match for committed espionage or intelligence gathering. As with all such large-scale effects the impact of the enchantment, if any, depends entirely on the circumstances.
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	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

	The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. ~~Resisdents~~ of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.		The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Residents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.
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	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having ~~represenatatives~~ of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

	The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Resisdents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.		The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Resisdents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.

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	If the territory is threatened, whether by an enemy army, natural disaster, or other similar large-scale emergency, the soldiers are in an ideal position to work with the populace to confront that disaster. The exact effect, if any, depends again on the nature of the army and the local population. Examples might include an Imperial Orc or Highborn army helping to smooth conflicts between orcs and humans, a Navarr army helping preserve roads or fight unexpected vallorn incursions, or a League army helping to shore up levies and repair bridges in the wake of a tumultuous storm. The mechanical effects are impossible to predict or direct, but will be influenced by, and may influence, any [[opportunity\|opportunities]] that exist to make a concrete contribution.		If the territory is threatened, whether by an enemy army, natural disaster, or other similar large-scale emergency, the soldiers are in an ideal position to work with the populace to confront that disaster. The exact effect, if any, depends again on the nature of the army and the local population. Examples might include an Imperial Orc or Highborn army helping to smooth conflicts between orcs and humans, a Navarr army helping preserve roads or fight unexpected vallorn incursions, or a League army helping to shore up levies and repair bridges in the wake of a tumultuous storm. The mechanical effects are impossible to predict or direct, but will be influenced by, and may influence, any [[opportunity\|opportunities]] that exist to make a concrete contribution.

	While the enchantment persists, the general responsible for the army experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''you feel a bond of connection with anyone who is not your ally; it is strongest with your close friends and family but extends even to strangers provided they are not hostile to you. You feel an urge to get to know people better, to find areas of common interest, and to consider actions that might provide mutual benefit. Relationships based on exploitation or deception feel deeply ~~unpleasent~~, and it is hard to avoid speaking out in opposition to them. At the same time it is easy to praise any course of action built on trust, cooperation, and mutual benefit.''		While the enchantment persists, the general responsible for the army experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''you feel a bond of connection with anyone who is not your ally; it is strongest with your close friends and family but extends even to strangers provided they are not hostile to you. You feel an urge to get to know people better, to find areas of common interest, and to consider actions that might provide mutual benefit. Relationships based on exploitation or deception feel deeply unpleasant, and it is hard to avoid speaking out in opposition to them. At the same time it is easy to praise any course of action built on trust, cooperation, and mutual benefit.''

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	This ritual ~~dramatically increases~~ the ~~logistical cohesion of~~ a [[~~Imperial armies~~\|~~campaign army~~]]~~. The target campaign army gains~~ a ~~boost to its combat ability but ''only'' for purposes of determining~~ [[~~War~~#~~Victory~~\|~~victory~~]] ~~- that is~~, the ~~army does not inflict additional casualties. The bonus is dependent on~~ the ~~number of additional~~ [[~~Military unit~~\|~~military units~~]] ~~that~~ [[~~Military unit#Downtime Options\|are assigned to fight alongside it~~]]~~. The bonus~~ is ~~subject to diminishing returns. The first 15 units add 50 military strength each; the second 15 add 40 military strength each; the third 15 add 30 military strength each; the fourth 15 adds~~ 20 ~~military strength each and the final 15 add 10 military strength each to a maximum bonus of 2,250 additional strength for 75 additional military units~~.		This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 Thrones.

	~~{{Army Strength Ritual}}~~		This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].

	While the enchantment persists, the general responsible for the army experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''you ~~are never satisfied~~ with ~~the size, strength, military readiness or agreed tactics of~~ your ~~army, band, nation or Empire~~; you ~~seek~~ to ~~improve things~~, ~~doubting the opinions~~ of ~~others~~ and ~~being driven~~ to ~~find new ways~~ to ~~strengthen your army and~~ the ~~capacity~~ of ~~the soldiers under your command~~.''		Soldiers in the army will reach out to the inhabitants of the territory, seeking to work with them, getting to know them and their concerns, and offering assistance where they can. The exact nature depends on the people and the nation the army belongs to. People in a Marcher territory might value hard work and welcome additional hands on their farms, while a Freeborn territory might encourage soldiers to seek out opportunities to spend money in local businesses. The effect is subtle but widespread. It enables the army to find supplies and resources to support itself without depleting the local economy, or angering the people who live in the territory.

			If the territory is threatened, whether by an enemy army, natural disaster, or other similar large-scale emergency, the soldiers are in an ideal position to work with the populace to confront that disaster. The exact effect, if any, depends again on the nature of the army and the local population. Examples might include an Imperial Orc or Highborn army helping to smooth conflicts between orcs and humans, a Navarr army helping preserve roads or fight unexpected vallorn incursions, or a League army helping to shore up levies and repair bridges in the wake of a tumultuous storm. The mechanical effects are impossible to predict or direct, but will be influenced by, and may influence, any [[opportunity\|opportunities]] that exist to make a concrete contribution.

			While the enchantment persists, the general responsible for the army experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''you feel a bond of connection with anyone who is not your ally; it is strongest with your close friends and family but extends even to strangers provided they are not hostile to you. You feel an urge to get to know people better, to find areas of common interest, and to consider actions that might provide mutual benefit. Relationships based on exploitation or deception feel deeply unpleasent, and it is hard to avoid speaking out in opposition to them. At the same time it is easy to praise any course of action built on trust, cooperation, and mutual benefit.''

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	==Description==		==Description==
	This ritual empowers and enhances an army, ~~using the Imperial general as focus~~. The [[enchantment]] improves the ~~internal~~ logistics of the campaign army, and ~~harmonizes~~ it ~~with~~ the ~~logistical needs~~ of ~~smaller units~~. ~~The net result~~ is ~~that~~ it ~~becomes easier~~ for ~~independent units~~ to ~~join that campaign army~~ and ~~fight alongside it~~ with ~~enhanced ability. Nobody misses a meal~~, ~~nobody goes hungry~~, ~~everyone has dry clothes~~, ~~good boots~~, ~~sharp weapons, clean armour.~~.. the ~~ritual serendipitously arranges things so~~ that ~~temporary auxiliaries fight effectively alongside the main body~~ of the army. ~~It even serves~~ to ~~minimize~~ and ~~quell inter-unit rivalries, or~~ at least ~~turn them towards a desire~~ to ~~fight~~ the ~~enemy better than a rival, rather than engage in drunken fistfights~~. ~~Consequently, this ritual~~ is ~~something of a boon to mercenary commanders, whether serving~~ as ~~generals or leading smaller units. The ability to integrate disparate military units into a larger body helps keep~~ the ~~Imperial troops cohesive and this magic enhances that even further~~.		This ritual empowers and enhances an army, drawing on potent Autumn resonances of [[Autumn magic#bands\|bands]], [[Autumn magic#Influence\|influence]], and [[Autumn magic#Trade\|trade]]. The [[enchantment]] improves the logistics of the campaign army, harmonizing the needs of various parts, and smoothing over inefficiencies or the impact of bad luck or chaotic events. More importantly, it provides a subtle supernatural improvement to the ability of individual soldiers to perceive and create [[Autumn_magic#Bands\|bonds]] with anyone who is not actively in opposition to them. As with many [[Autumn magic]] effects, an element of manipulation of serendipity and chance is also at work, gently nudging soldiers and folk near the army into positions where they can mutually benefit one another. It makes it easy for individuals to see the places where their ambitions and goals overlap with those they speak to, and quietly urges them to engage in reciprocal arrangements, often trading time and labour for food, money, or prestige.

			''Bound by Common Cause'' has a profound weakness in that it's subtle magic finds no purchase on those who are not already somewhat predisposed towards the soldiers it enchants. It has no effect on those actively hostile to the army, such as members of barbarian nations, but it also fails to work with individuals or factions that are afraid of, jealous of, or contemptuous of the army and its soldiers. Unless the initial seed of common cause exists, the magic finds nothing to work with. As such, it is effective only in Imperial territories, and is of no use in dealing with anyone who is not at least indifferent to the Empire. It is no match for orders such as [[Army_qualities#Freedom_Fighters\|Break the Chains]], for example.

	~~This ritual~~ is ~~both weak~~ and ~~powerful when it comes to enhancing~~ the ~~effectiveness~~ of an Imperial ~~army~~. ~~Weak because~~ it ~~provides no advantage at all to an~~ army ~~that has no auxiliary units attached to~~ it~~; strong because with enough negotiation or money, an army can gain~~ a ~~significant increase~~ to ~~its effectiveness not only due~~ to the ~~enchantment~~ but ~~due~~ to the ~~presence~~ of all the ~~additional military units~~.		The benefits to the army itself are obvious, but there are also benefits to the people of the territory where that army is located. Usually this just means that the soldiers and the local populace gain a deeper appreciation for each other, reinforcing existing bonds of trust and respect between Imperial citizens. Sometimes it may have a more profound effect, however. An army ''Bound by Common Cause'' finds it a lot easier to predict and respond to threats to the people of a territory. It doesn't increase their ability to fight off an invading army, but it will put them in much better stead for ensuring threatened civilians are able to get to safety. It may help counter raids from barbarian warbands, or reduce the deaths caused by a natural disaster. It might even provide advance warning of a growing threat, although it is no match for committed espionage or intelligence gathering. As with all such large-scale effects the impact of the enchantment, if any, depends entirely on the circumstances.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	This ritual enhances ~~a campaign~~ army, and the general ~~of the target army serves as~~ a vital focus for delivering the magic. ~~It is common to include a~~ banner or standard ~~that will be used by the target force~~ as a ~~focus for the ritual. Other common elements include the invocation~~ of ~~[[Paragons~~ and ~~Exemplars]] of~~ [[~~Wisdom]] and [[Loyalty]]. Other elements include [[Dawn hearth magic~~#~~Girding~~\|~~girding~~]] ~~or crowning the military leader~~, the ~~rhythmic beat of military drums, the presence~~ of ~~warriors from as many different~~ nations ~~as possible as witnesses -~~ especially if ~~those warriors swear oaths~~ to ~~fight alongside~~ the ~~general in battle~~.		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	~~The rune~~ of ~~bargains,~~ [[~~Lann~~]], ~~is favoured for this ritual as the Day rune~~ [[~~Aesh~~]] ~~which represents thought~~ and ~~clarity. The constellations of~~ [[~~The Chain~~]] ~~and~~ [[~~The Three Sisters~~]] ~~might be invoked, as might~~ the ~~character of~~ [[~~The Prince~~]]~~, especially in a scene set on~~ [[~~The Battlefield~~]] or [[~~The Counting House~~]].		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having represenatatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

			The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Resisdents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.
	[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]		[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]
	[[Category:Rituals]]		[[Category:Rituals]]
	[[Category:Warfare]]		[[Category:Warfare]]

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 ~~Thrones~~.		This ritual makes it easier for the soldiers in a campaign army to work with friendly or neutral local populations to provide improved logistics and support. Provided the army ends its [[Army_orders#Movement\|move]] in an Imperial territory, and takes a [[Army_orders#Defending\|defending order]], then over the course of the next season the [[Imperial_army#Upkeep\|upkeep]] required from the [[Imperial treasury]] to support that army is reduced by 20 thrones.

	This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].		This effect is cumulative with reductions in upkeep related to orders such as [[Army_orders#Billet\|Billet]], but cannot reduce the upkeep of an army below 10 thrones (or 15 thrones for a [[Imperial_army#Army_Size\|large]] army. The ritual has no effect if the general issues an [[Army_orders#Attacking\|attacking order]].
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	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[~~runes~~]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars\|paragons and exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[Runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

	The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Residents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.		The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Residents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.

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	This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].		This ritual enhances an army, and the general provides a vital focus for delivering the magic. A banner or standard, as a symbol of identity and the [[Ritual_theory#The_Law_of_Dominion\|Law of Dominion]] is a powerful element to include, but it is just as common to surround the general with images of other nations and affiliations than their own. This is especially useful if they represent the people the generals army will be spending the next season among. For example, a Dawnish general who plans to bring their army to Mitwold for furlough might be surrounded by symbols of Marcher armies and the [[The_Marches_groups#Households_of_Mitwold\|households of Mitwold]].

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having ~~represenatatives~~ of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[Paragons and Exemplars]] of [[Wisdom]], [[Loyalty]], and [[Prosperity]]; beasts or legendary creatures with particular importance to the target or their allies; the constellation of [[the Chain]]; the [[runes]] of [[Lann\|Loyalty]] and [[Aesh\|Thought]]. In the Empire, having representatives of as many Imperial nations as possible, or ideally having the ritual performed by a coven from a nation other than that of the general, has a strong resonance with the ritual's power.

	The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Resisdents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.		The [[eternal\|eternals]] [[Prospero]] and [[Ephisis]] both have an interest in this ritual albeit for different reasons, but neither is ''entirely'' comfortable with the enchantment's focus on mutual benefit. Resisdents of the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]] and the [[Callidus\|City of Chains]] despise this ritual and would likely be happy to see it removed entirely from Imperial lore.