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- Bright Lantern of Ophis (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The ritual targets a single character or ribboned item, which must be present throughout7 KB (1,195 words) - 14:35, 11 August 2022
- guns in the Empire world. There are strict rules governing pyrotechnics at events, as detailed in our rules for banned items. Some trods are roads, others30 KB (4,816 words) - 20:13, 3 April 2024
- Forest of Arden, which he now rules as his own realm. Until very recently, Jaheris had no realm of his own. Now, he rules over the Forest of Arden having4 KB (724 words) - 09:57, 21 June 2023
- Rules update 2019 (category Rules)the world. Rules update 2024 Rules update 2023 Rules update 2022 Rules update 2020 Rules update 2019 Rules update 2018 Rules update 2017 Rules update 201642 KB (7,024 words) - 21:24, 11 February 2023
- Archetype (category Rules)An archetype represents a social niche that your character can occupy - something that your character is first and foremost known for. When you create8 KB (1,361 words) - 11:29, 7 May 2024
- Rules update 2016 (category Rules)reflect that. Rules update 2024 Rules update 2023 Rules update 2022 Rules update 2020 Rules update 2019 Rules update 2018 Rules update 2017 Rules update 201659 KB (9,886 words) - 17:03, 24 July 2022
- Vale of Shadows (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a farm, forest, mine, business, herb garden, mana site, fleet, military5 KB (821 words) - 12:32, 25 May 2023
- Clear Lens of the Eternal River (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The ritual targets the nearby area. This ritual requires a ring; a lens; a piece of glass6 KB (986 words) - 14:22, 16 February 2024
- Bow safety (category Rules)archer at Empire then you must make sure that you follow all these safety rules. Where this page refers to bows or arrows, all the relevant information also10 KB (1,722 words) - 15:21, 18 September 2023
- 02/07/2023 We have replaced the old rules for inspirational tombs with some new rules for inspirational locations. The new rules cover using true liao to create79 KB (11,375 words) - 15:48, 14 April 2024
- Rampant Growth (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a forest. The character who controls the target personal resource must2 KB (421 words) - 13:10, 17 November 2021
- Monsters cannot willingly break their own rules, at least not without great risk to themselves, so if the rules that apply to a certain creature can be understood18 KB (3,075 words) - 09:03, 26 March 2022
- breeds schemes to redistribute it and not everyone is prepared to play by the rules. There is always some up and coming individual prepared to risk hiring a4 KB (718 words) - 16:09, 19 February 2020
- Vitality of Rushing Water (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. This ritual is an enchantment5 KB (782 words) - 20:57, 11 May 2022
- titles, the Conscience of the Senate may appoint a proxy following the normal rules. The proxy must be legally eligible to hold the title so they may not preside6 KB (902 words) - 09:15, 14 May 2024
- death of secrets. A realm of spirit and of eternal shadow. Where passion rules, thought gives way to instinct, and joy and terror are both a breath away5 KB (699 words) - 19:40, 30 August 2022
- the archmages in order of seniority Speaking does not require mana but the rules for parley are in effect throughout There is a short break of 15 minutes5 KB (944 words) - 15:43, 25 May 2023
- reasons. To this end the rules presented here are intended to be flexible and allow for the broadest possible access to the game. The rules are also intended11 KB (1,692 words) - 10:28, 4 April 2024
- Align the Celestial Net (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 10 minutes of roleplaying. During the ritual the casters must be in a strong regio. The ritual targets the regio4 KB (577 words) - 14:40, 14 May 2024
- been delegated to the Quartermaster General. This resupply follows the same rules as if it had been announced as part of a Senate motion. The Imperial Synod9 KB (1,057 words) - 12:39, 7 May 2024
- inhabits a sand-choked wasteland, sometimes called the Silent Kingdom. He rules this empty demesne from a palace of black basalt and polished bone that stands11 KB (1,687 words) - 17:31, 14 November 2023
- Carve the Crystal Guardian (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a mana site. The character who controls the target personal resource8 KB (1,258 words) - 09:12, 1 May 2022
- Alder's Edge (section Rules)A Homefire Guardian in the form of a medallion. These items often take the form of chains of orichalcum and gold, from which hangs an oval medallion inlaid4 KB (729 words) - 13:27, 13 April 2024
- Ephisis' Scale (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. It targets an opaque container no more than 8" in any dimension. The ritual can only be13 KB (2,027 words) - 15:48, 9 May 2024
- Icy Maw Devours the Spark of Essence (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 10 minutes of roleplaying. If the ritual is cast using the Imperial Regio it requires at least 5 minutes of roleplaying3 KB (481 words) - 23:16, 3 August 2023
- Hands of Sacred Life (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The ritual fails if you3 KB (498 words) - 21:27, 14 August 2020
- Mystic scrolls of Estavus (section Rules)Estavus is known to lend her servitors - both those drawn to her service and those she crafts herself - to magicians who gain her favour. During the Summer16 KB (2,478 words) - 15:46, 16 February 2024
- Jaheris has quit the Fields of Glory for the Forest of Arden, which he now rules as his own realm. The Hawk Lord, Hayaak, driven from the Forest of Arden6 KB (953 words) - 16:05, 10 July 2023
- warriors or occasionally ogre-like giants or savage supernatural beasts. She rules a great swathe of territory in the Summer realm from her immense frozen citadel7 KB (1,018 words) - 00:04, 9 August 2023
- By the same token, if a bravo murders someone or shows disrespect for the rules, it reflects badly on the entire free company and the likelihood of employment9 KB (1,477 words) - 22:31, 26 May 2023
- Tribute to the Thrice-Cursed Court (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a crafted item that must be present throughout, which is placed in6 KB (931 words) - 10:14, 2 August 2019
- Blood of the Hydra (section Rules)can do were clarified start of 2023. You can find the commentary on the Rules update 2023 page. Life flows through each of us; our magic allows us to reach5 KB (774 words) - 13:28, 23 March 2023
- Stealing (category Rules)without the other participant being aware of it. The only exception to this rule is for unique game items that have a gold ribbon attached. Game items that6 KB (999 words) - 14:05, 3 May 2024
- Shadowed Glass of Sung (section Rules)the question "Are you the woman from my vision?" as if using the disguise rules." Each contributor receives the same information. Not every location reveals7 KB (1,127 words) - 17:37, 8 October 2023
- Reporting a conduct problem (category Rules)problem. Additional key links: Conduct rules Sanctions If you feel that another participant has breached our conduct rules or if you have concerns about another25 KB (3,170 words) - 23:47, 11 April 2022
- Web of Celestial Attunement (section Rules)A Web of Celestial Attunement harmonizes the power of multiple covens, allowing them to cooperate on a single ritual. This valuable item is usually crafted3 KB (514 words) - 15:29, 28 September 2017
- Hallow (category Rules)By hallowing an object, the priest creates a potent item aura drawn from their virtue. Item auras produce a roleplaying effect which can influence the6 KB (946 words) - 13:12, 28 March 2024
- have it counted immediately. This is called primacy. In effect, the normal rules requiring three hours scrutiny are waved because primacy provides demonstrable14 KB (2,389 words) - 14:48, 3 August 2023
- Skills (category Rules)A starting character has 8 points to spend on skills * You may buy this skill multiple times. The cost increases by 1 point each time. ** You may buy this5 KB (123 words) - 13:20, 7 March 2024
- at formal sessions, where declarations are debated and then voted on. The rules of the Conclave positively encourage magicians to pursue their goals outside13 KB (2,210 words) - 11:45, 8 May 2023
- Mantle of the Golden Orator (section Rules)the faithful are still worshipping and receiving spiritual advice, and the rules are quite clear that this means the congregation in question gains additional4 KB (586 words) - 14:09, 4 September 2021
- Arcane Mark (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must7 KB (1,074 words) - 12:12, 8 March 2023
- Raise the Dragonsworn Cohort (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual8 KB (1,186 words) - 20:10, 22 September 2022
- Rules FAQ (category Rules)your question is here. Otherwise email us at rules@profounddecisions.co.uk with any questions about the rules or empire@profounddecisions.co.uk with any17 KB (2,766 words) - 08:33, 5 May 2024
- able to participate and roleplay fully in the game setting. The additional rules are designed only to ensure that all participants are fully protected. We4 KB (606 words) - 18:13, 15 April 2024
- The rules for under-7s are based around the assumptions that a young child cannot engage significantly with the roleplaying and that they need constant4 KB (758 words) - 18:13, 15 April 2024
- about the abilities of the members is considered just another part of the rules. Whether producing a performance of Scillio’s "The Fallen Herald" or attempting8 KB (1,249 words) - 14:41, 8 April 2024
- their parents. They are often naive, and their innocence of the dangers and rules of Varushkan life can bring harm not only to themselves but to their families3 KB (445 words) - 17:27, 19 February 2020
- The power of the bondring allows the wearer to offer succour to their partner. Sometimes called a Dragonbone Ring, a Bondring is a piece of magical jewellery2 KB (369 words) - 11:35, 15 November 2018
- Trollsweave Vest (section Rules)A magician-healer is a favoured sight to many The cloth used to make these sturdy pieces of clothing is woven with weltsilver threads and stiffened with2 KB (346 words) - 17:59, 29 December 2023
- perform an insight ceremony - quick or thorough - following all the normal rules but without the requirement to use any liao. They can even use this power10 KB (1,297 words) - 15:59, 5 April 2024
- Secrets for the Shadow Courier (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. This ritual is neither2 KB (382 words) - 16:24, 1 March 2021
- Battlefield ritual (section Rules)it easier for players to perform these rituals, there is a special set of rules that apply to these battlefield rituals, allowing them to be cast without5 KB (883 words) - 16:36, 10 May 2024
- rude, but most guilds still employ mercenaries; only a fool relies on the rules alone to protect their interests. After all, not everyone in the League is7 KB (1,120 words) - 22:44, 26 May 2023
- territory. It is under the control of the Jarl of Kierheim, who effectively rules the territory on behalf of the Queen. The Kongegőr stretches from Kierheim12 KB (2,054 words) - 22:29, 9 March 2024
- laws of the land. Those who depart from the road or otherwise break the rules risk bringing ruin to the doors of their family and loved ones. At times7 KB (1,123 words) - 14:09, 19 April 2024
- Loosen the Shackles (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual6 KB (1,026 words) - 13:04, 15 April 2024
- judgement they may normally raise. The inquisition follows all the normal rules. Each inquisitor is appointed by a judgement of Appointment in the appropriate5 KB (447 words) - 23:54, 6 April 2024
- Weapon checking (category Rules)All weapons, bows, arrows, shields and armour, must be checked by a member of the Profound Decisions weapon checking team before they are used at our events9 KB (1,494 words) - 12:35, 17 April 2024
- ritual magician who is part of a structure that exists outside normal social rules in Dawn. The weaver cabals contain nobles and yeofolk who work together as8 KB (1,293 words) - 20:48, 4 January 2024
- more practical experiences, to tease lessons and understanding of social rules out of them. A sun- or otherwise light-bathed courtyard will often be set3 KB (478 words) - 12:36, 6 April 2023
- Verdant Bounty of the Twilight Bayou (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a forest. The character who controls the target personal resource must4 KB (590 words) - 14:05, 23 July 2019
- that young role-players have sufficient confidence and understanding of the rules to begin role-playing more independently. Preparing and passing the test4 KB (744 words) - 18:17, 15 April 2024
- new grandmaster occurs immediately afterwards, following all the normal rules for the appointment of a grandmaster. As with other elections, it is not9 KB (1,471 words) - 11:05, 22 April 2024
- Crystaline Focus of Aesh (section Rules)Day lore skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. They gain two effective ranks (total) to the appropriate9 KB (1,381 words) - 14:14, 9 May 2024
- Academy Staff to confirm the young player understands the Safety and Combat rules. A short practical fighting period to show the young player can fight safely4 KB (611 words) - 18:17, 15 April 2024
- Swords in the Noonday Sun (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual6 KB (1,011 words) - 11:27, 15 April 2024
- Silent Bell (section Rules)This page details the magic item; for the Vigilant association see Silent Bell (Sodality) A silent bell is rarely a melodious instrument for creating music4 KB (551 words) - 20:39, 17 February 2024
- creature is subject to a compact, agreement or binding. Only by following these rules may the resources be gathered safely. For example, a Varushkan lumberjack7 KB (1,227 words) - 22:42, 26 May 2023
- Lowther's Gaze (section Rules)Lowther's Gaze is a talisman, similar to an Alder's Edge, which allows the wearer to use a bow or crossbow with consummate skill. The item takes the form2 KB (239 words) - 12:44, 18 January 2024
- Imperial control is a sinecure, ministry, or similar and must follow those rules in their entirety. If a player has made an arrangement with a non-Imperial7 KB (1,312 words) - 18:11, 17 September 2023
- Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a mine. The character who controls the target personal resource must4 KB (614 words) - 22:36, 24 May 2023
- Vorpal Sword (section Rules)A Vorpal Sword is a powerful weapon that grants extensive additional power to a heroic warrior, as well as putting even an unskilled fighter on par with5 KB (813 words) - 16:36, 29 March 2017
- Arete and the Fields of War (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual2 KB (403 words) - 12:12, 1 May 2022
- arcane projection they wish to formulate by e-mail to Profound Decisions (rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event. The final magnitude of10 KB (1,653 words) - 10:44, 3 June 2023
- A Fireglass sometimes called a Mirror of the Virtuous is a ceremonial tool that most commonly takes the form of a mirror, usually decorated with gold and3 KB (478 words) - 14:19, 18 April 2017
- Seer's Probe (section Rules)A Seer's Probe is most often a delicate length of pale wood around a core of iridescent gloaming and weltsilver, carefully with tempest jade to ensure3 KB (537 words) - 16:16, 1 March 2021
- Marchers are an unyielding people, implacable and stubborn, who will never be ruled again. For centuries, the Marcher Households have followed the beat of the4 KB (591 words) - 10:50, 12 July 2023
- most combat. All referees are armed with a PD supplied tablet to look up rules for clarification and log player actions. You will also have a radio and32 KB (2,487 words) - 11:27, 14 May 2024
- controls the runeforge should contact Profound Decisions by e-mail (at empire.rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event with the details of the6 KB (1,025 words) - 18:13, 9 May 2024
- Flame and the Flood (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual1 KB (275 words) - 13:17, 7 September 2022
- An Echo of Songs (section Rules)became part of Urizen lore may still perform it, but does so under the usual rules for performing a ritual learned from a ritual text. Performing this ritual1 KB (286 words) - 18:16, 1 February 2023
- Icon of the Witness (section Rules)These ceremonial tools, in common with several other icons, allow a priest to perform or assist with a liao ceremony that they have not personally mastered1 KB (223 words) - 13:15, 29 November 2023
- going to hold an election if nobody can vote is he? He's a stickler for the rules, but even he's not going to waste his time with that." "No magistrate, I23 KB (3,833 words) - 20:12, 1 September 2023
- Phial of the Sun (section Rules)The first Phials of the Sun hailed from beyond the borders of the Empire. They were initially used by the healers and physicians of the Brass Coast, who9 KB (1,600 words) - 17:06, 22 February 2023
- Staff of Life (section Rules)The hydra is a totem of powerful healing, especially among the Dawnish. A Staff of Life is usually made from a single bough of oak, yew or rowan. It is1 KB (220 words) - 21:48, 29 March 2017
- Greensteel Bracelets (section Rules)Occasionally known as a Squire's Reward in Dawn, these items normally take the form of either a sturdy bracer crafted from an alloy of green iron, or occasionally5 KB (797 words) - 01:34, 17 January 2024
- The Cuckoo's Egg (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must5 KB (724 words) - 18:20, 14 April 2024
- interested in helping out with events. rules@profounddecisions.co.uk - This is the email to use for any queries about the rules for Empire. plot@profounddecisions4 KB (502 words) - 13:51, 14 April 2024
- Lore, when casting a ritual of magnitude 40 or higher subject to the normal rules for effective skill. Mask of the Geyser Form: Talisman. Takes the form of4 KB (605 words) - 13:41, 18 August 2023
- know that if only the other nations followed their example, the Empire would rule the world. Scions sired by a storm. Wintermark is a harsh land. Mastering3 KB (492 words) - 21:33, 13 July 2022
- Imperial hands. OOC Note: To use this ability the Castellan should email rules@profonddecisions.co.uk after the event detailing the army they intend to6 KB (967 words) - 16:42, 10 May 2024
- Fountain of Life (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must2 KB (372 words) - 13:31, 2 April 2017
- Hold Back Frozen Hunger (section Rules)The area must be carefully prepared before a ward can be raised. Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The area to be enchanted4 KB (861 words) - 15:45, 14 April 2024
- Ward of the Black Waste (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The area to be enchanted with this ward must be clearly apparent to those within, and without3 KB (600 words) - 09:33, 18 November 2015
- Monstering (section Essential Monstering Rules)they are valid targets under the rules, they are not credible locations for a heroic blow under the spirit of the rules. As a barbarian your goal is to7 KB (1,051 words) - 15:53, 25 September 2023
- Hands of the Healer (section Rules)or the rune of thought may also be evoked - the first in its role as the rule of healing as well as bloodshed, the latter in its aspect as the rune that4 KB (664 words) - 23:13, 3 August 2023
- Smooth Hands Shape the World (section Rules)Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must4 KB (605 words) - 11:05, 4 May 2024
- Senate reach their final level more quickly. This exception to the normal rules on raising taxation, is an opportunity, it only arises as a result of plot9 KB (1,445 words) - 09:52, 30 April 2023
- projection they wish to formulate by e-mail to Profound Decisions (empire.rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event. The final magnitude of10 KB (1,645 words) - 09:25, 4 September 2022