• Profound Decisions, that indicates the presence of the liao and includes the rules for using it. To use liao to perform a ceremony, it can be: burned as incense
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  • Costume (category Rules)
    if an item you're thinking of adding to your costume is covered by these rules then you are welcome to email us at plot@profounddecisions.co.uk to check
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  • Navy orders (category Rules)
    Each admiral can issue a single set of orders for the navy they control. The orders should describe a broad strategic plan representing what the admiral
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  • before the start of the next event. Durable auras follow all the normal rules for auras but the effects are permanent until the aura is removed or replaced
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  • 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 roleplaying
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a farm. The character who controls the target personal resource must
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  • the eternal angry, and he is capable of cursing those who transgress the rules of a challenge he has set down. Whatever the outcome, the result of the challenge
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The ritual targets a single character or item which must be present throughout and, in
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a single opaque container in which are placed a book, pamphlet, scroll
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  • Characters (category Rules)
    costume and create a concept at an event so if you would like any help with rules, ideas, costume, or make-up then please ask. Members of crew are available
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  • runs the magistrate team that enforces Imperial law, Graeme is the head of rules for Empire, while Andy and Matt oversee the game itself. They have characters
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  • council are chaired by a civil servant, the Herald of the Council. However the rules of the Council are not as strict as those of the Senate; members may speak
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  • 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 roleplaying
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a forest. The character who controls the target personal resource must
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  • The ritual creates an enchanted aura that encourages restful indulgence. Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual is
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  • superstitions and her rules, are not to be broken. If an individual does not respect League society enough to play by the same rules as everyone else, how
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  • commanders of the Salt Lords warships - together they form a council which rules the Broken Shore with an iron fist. Grendel culture is inextricably linked
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  • Abraxus Stone (section Rules)
    These protective amulets help their wearer to fight off the effects of venom. The most common form for an Abraxus Stone is a silver or gold band set with
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  • construction is undertaken by the koboldi. The commission follows all the normal rules, although in this case the labour cost of the building represents gifts of
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The ritual targets a single character or ribboned item, which must be present throughout
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  • 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, others
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  • 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 having
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  • 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 2016
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  • 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 create
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  • 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 2016
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a farm, forest, mine, business, herb garden, mana site, fleet, military
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  • 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 glass
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  • 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 also
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  • Wiki Updates (category Rules) (section Orders that Break the Rules)
    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 create
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a forest. The character who controls the target personal resource must
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  • 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 understood
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  • 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 a
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. This ritual is an enchantment
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  • 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 preside
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  • 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 away
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  • 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 minutes
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  • 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 intended
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  • 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 regio
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  • 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 Synod
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  • 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 stands
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a mana site. The character who controls the target personal resource
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  • 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 inlaid
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  • 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 be
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  • 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 roleplaying
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The ritual fails if you
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  • 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 Summer
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  • 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 Arden
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  • 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 citadel
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  • 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 employment
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a crafted item that must be present throughout, which is placed in
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  • 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 reach
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  • 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 that
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  • the question "Are you the woman from my vision?" as if using the disguise rules." Each contributor receives the same information. Not every location reveals
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  • 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 another
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  • A Web of Celestial Attunement harmonizes the power of multiple covens, allowing them to cooperate on a single ritual. This valuable item is usually crafted
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  • 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 the
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  • Online roleplaying (category Rules) (section Observe the Conduct Rules)
    roleplaying can be saved for the field. The normal conduct rules apply at all times The standard rules for conduct at events apply to all posts made on our forums
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  • have it counted immediately. This is called primacy. In effect, the normal rules requiring three hours scrutiny are waved because primacy provides demonstrable
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  • 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 this
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  • at formal sessions, where declarations are debated and then voted on. The rules of the Conclave positively encourage magicians to pursue their goals outside
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  • the faithful are still worshipping and receiving spiritual advice, and the rules are quite clear that this means the congregation in question gains additional
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  • 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 must
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  • 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 ritual
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  • 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 any
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  • 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 attempting
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  • able to participate and roleplay fully in the game setting. The additional rules are designed only to ensure that all participants are fully protected. We
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  • The rules for under-7s are based around the assumptions that a young child cannot engage significantly with the roleplaying and that they need constant
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  • 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 families
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  • Bondring (section Rules)
    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 jewellery
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  • 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 with
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  • 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 power
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. This ritual is neither
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  • 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 is
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  • 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 without
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  • 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 Kierheim
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  • 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 times
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  • 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 ritual
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  • judgement they may normally raise. The inquisition follows all the normal rules. Each inquisitor is appointed by a judgement of Appointment in the appropriate
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  • 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 events
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  • 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 as
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  • more practical experiences, to tease lessons and understanding of social rules out of them. A sun- or otherwise light-bathed courtyard will often be set
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a forest. The character who controls the target personal resource must
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  • that young role-players have sufficient confidence and understanding of the rules to begin role-playing more independently. Preparing and passing the test
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  • new grandmaster occurs immediately afterwards, following all the normal rules for the appointment of a grandmaster. As with other elections, it is not
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  • Day lore skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. They gain two effective ranks (total) to the appropriate
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  • 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 safely
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  • 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 ritual
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  • 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 music
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  • creature is subject to a compact, agreement or binding. Only by following these rules may the resources be gathered safely. For example, a Varushkan lumberjack
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  • 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 form
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  • 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-Imperial
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a mine. The character who controls the target personal resource must
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  • 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 with
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  • 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 ritual
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  • arcane projection they wish to formulate by e-mail to Profound Decisions (rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event. The final magnitude of
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  • Fireglass (section Rules)
    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 and
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  • 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 ensure
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  • 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 and
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  • 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 the
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  • Marchers are an unyielding people, implacable and stubborn, who will never be ruled again. For centuries, the Marcher Households have followed the beat of the
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  • 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 ritual
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  • 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, I
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  • 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 mastered
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  • 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, who
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  • 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 is
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  • 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@profounddecisions
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  • 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 of
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  • 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 occasionally
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must
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  • Imperial hands. OOC Note: To use this ability the Castellan should email rules@profonddecisions.co.uk after the event detailing the army they intend to
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  • 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. Mastering
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must
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  • 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 enchanted
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  • 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 without
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  • 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 to
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  • 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 that
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  • 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 plot
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The target character must
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  • projection they wish to formulate by e-mail to Profound Decisions (empire.rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event. The final magnitude of
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  • A bloodwoven braid is usually crafted to appear as at least three thin rods woven together. Sometimes the braids interweave, sometimes it takes the form
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  • 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 roleplaying
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  • the Imperial Necromancer and perform a ritual without permission the game rules would not stop them, but the coven would face in-character legal repercussions
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  • can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons
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  • lore for the purposes of performing a single ritual, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. Ritual focus 1 5 0 7 3 0 0 3 0 18 Limbsetter's Point
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  • pursuit, her brother Jian usurps her position as leader of her people – and rules poorly. She takes the gift of fire to all the people, even those with whom
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  • A Bloodfire Periapt most commonly is made as a green or red stone worn on a chain, although they are also worn as rings or bracelets. They are often marked
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  • power are truly aware of their place in the cosmos, and that those bound by rules, laws and the expectations of society or concern for others are little more
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  • and insight into the Way. They do not bind themselves with straight lines, rules and orders. They feel there is no wrong way to live a life as long as it
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  • The materials used to craft a Swanfeather Schema must be carefully purified, and are usually handled with gloves when not actively being shaped. Many artisans
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The ritual fails if you
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  • have not brought to Anvil, then ownership of these items follows the same rules for resources above. Items registered in a character's inventory by Profound
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  • These sturdy wands are usually made of a stout wooden core, wound about with weltsilver wire and tipped at the base with a shaped piece of ambergelt. They
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  • Boneweaver (section Rules)
    These powerful adjuncts to a magician's healing arts are most often made of bone. They repair arms and legs that have been crippled by cleaving strikes
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  • as people. Most Temeschwari free companies are careful not to break the rules for they know the magistrates watch them carefully - but they will do almost
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  • to go for something simple and striking. Empire does not have the complex rules of heraldry that exist in the real world, so the simplest way to make a device
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  • commonly discussed topics. Rules FAQ covers questions about the rules including those relating to how specific skills work, and rules relating to combat. Lineage
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  • Fire performance (category Rules)
    events. Wherever it is possible to safely do so, we are happy to comply - the rules below outline the basic framework that covers all players attempting this
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  • A Chrysalis Pendant is often crafted of blue crystal or decorated with deep azure stones especially lapis lazuli. It commonly takes the form if a butterfly
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  • 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 ritual
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  • The Labyrinth might serve as a symbol of authority over spiritual forces. As with other icons, this ceremonial tool allows a priest to perform a Liao ceremony
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  • They may use these votes in any appropriate assembly, following the normal rules for votes provided by a sinecure. The Arbiter of the Four Winds is the legal
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  • Fire safety (category Rules)
    other safe, and enjoy the light and warmth they bring to an event. These rules are not exhaustive - but serve to establish a baseline for what responsible
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  • An icon showing the Exemplar Zemress. As with some other icons, this ceremonial tool allows a priest to perform a Liao ceremony. These icons often bear
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  • and effective fashion. They keep order in the Hall of Worlds, ensure the rules are followed and maintain the agenda for each session. They are responsible
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets two willing characters. Each character must be present throughout.
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets two characters. Each character must be present throughout. The ritual
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  • Orc generals. Generals were chosen by bouts between legion members under rules agreed when the orcs joined the Empire. When they gained control of the territory
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  • This short ashen wand is polished and coloured, then wound around with weltsilver strands. It is a powerful aid to a battlefield magician, allowing them
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  • organisation does not have or need any legal status. They are free to set their own rules and to do as they please within the limits of the law. A sodality gains legal
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  • The Warden's Bardiche is a weapon that is popular with weapon masters, but is also favoured by wardens, Winterfolk runesmiths, Marcher monks and alders
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  • A moonsilver doublet in the Temeschwari style. "Moonsilver" is a term used to describe methods of adding goldwork to garments using a combination of weltsilver
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. The ritual fails if you
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  • Whispers through the Black Gate. This ability is an exception to the normal rules on using abilities while terminal; a terminal character can use this ability
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  • and Ladies serve as judges, while the High Lord or High Lady effectively rules the nation with the support of the Lords. Politics between the various powerful
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  • Senate Guard and their hand-picked recruits. They carefully enforce the rules prohibiting entry to anyone who is not entitled to be on the floor during
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  • creates a unique, one-off opportunity to act in ways outside the normal rules. Any variations which are possible will be clearly and explicitly identified
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  • demonstrating this hearth magic to remember the importance of our conduct rules, and ensuring that everyone involved is comfortable with where the relationship
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  • Guided Path (section Rules)
    There is a strongly-held belief in some sects that certain ceremonies have effects that will follow a dying person into the Labyrinth. They believe that
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  • 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 roleplaying
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  • the Spiral Sword should contact Profound Decisions by e-mail (at empire.rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) prior to the next event with the details of the
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  • Hands of Sacred Life, and Hearthfire Circle rituals, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. Form: Talisman. Takes the form of a ritual focus. You
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  • Sanctioned events (redirect from Sanctioned event rules) (category Rules)
    running a social event then you must use all the normal Empire game rules and our conduct rules at all times. You should make sure your event is clearly promoted
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  • quite capable of unleashing horrible curses against those who transgress her rules. The Archmage of Winter is often in a good position to present declarations
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  • patronage - or whose career was effectively ruined by a refusal to play by her rules. The Generals who warned Giselle against the Druj trap in Holberg are now
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  • arcane projection they wish to formulate by e-mail to Profound Decisions (rules@profounddecisions.co.uk) following the event they are elected. The final
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual masks the nature of the next ritual performed after it is complete. The mask
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  • clever jackanape that keeps others in bondage through application of the rules of society. Verys is sometimes used to embody the idea that the great should
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. The look
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  • complain that it smells, and they find it difficult to understand all the rules the burghers insist are important. To ensure more effective cooperation and
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  • 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 without
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. The ritual targets the nearby area. This ritual requires a piece of glass or crystal as
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  • of glory may be presented as intended for noble characters, and the same rules would apply (if you are not a noble, you need to let us know, and it is likely
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. Core Brief
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  • Many Urizen enjoy poetry, but their work tends to follow strict structural rules such as those found in the sestina, sonnet, or ode. Writers are expected
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  • complications later. The Caucus Forum appears to operate under some specific rules. Lashonar proclaims that the law of peace lies upon all those who enter the
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  • wish to do so. In terms of costume, medical face masks are covered by our rules for accessbility aids. We will not be providing an in-character explanation
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  • the faithful are still celebrating and receiving spiritual advice, and the rules are quite clear that this means the congregation in question gains additional
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  • Varushka, lies the cold land of Otkodov, where the Dragons rule. The Thule are used to the cold, ruled by their shamans; cold, calculating and hungry for power
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  • the resulting hearth magic. Crafting in Play While a magic item has simple rules for the materials needed to craft it, artisans are encouraged to roleplay
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. Core Brief
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  • If I rule for a thousand years I would never question the existence of your loyalty, Senator Holberg. I merely wonder to whom you have given it. Varkula
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  • 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 without
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  • with Dho'uala are likely actually encounters with one of her creatures. She rules over the lake waters, but also has power over the rivers that feed into,
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume Varushka
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  • are not right for everyone, and it's important to read and understand the rules outlined here. If you have any questions you can contact us at the same address
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  • vision, to risk their lives in pursuit of glory. Some orders demand complex rules of behaviour from their members, or have a spiritual element - they strive
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  • The most popular form of ritual magic in The League is dramaturgy - an elaborate form of theatre where a series of characters, settings and items are imbued
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  • perfectly acceptable, and within the letter and spirit of the Profound Decision rules, to go on a combat highly likely encounter and then roleplay in such a way
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  • Senate to commission a new ministry to support the vizier, using the normal rules. The situation is explored in slightly more detail in the To curb those raging
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  • they usually take place in a purpose built cage of some kind. There are few rules, fights usually end when one participant "has no fight left in them". Participants
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. In defining
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume Core Brief
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  • additional ranks of Day lore for the magician using it, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. It also counts as up to ten mana crystals used by the
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  • The bearer of the Titans Battlemark will not fall. A Titan's Battlemark itself is often woven from strong sungold threads, and even those that appear flimsy
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  • Rules update 2013 (category Rules)
    it then. Rules update 2024 Rules update 2023 Rules update 2022 Rules update 2020 Rules update 2019 Rules update 2018 Rules update 2017 Rules update 2016
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    new rules now. Rules update 2024 Rules update 2023 Rules update 2022 Rules update 2020 Rules update 2019 Rules update 2018 Rules update 2017 Rules update
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  • Past life vision (category Rules)
    The human spirit is immortal. It inhabits mortal flesh for a span within the world before being liberated again, having gained knowledge and enlightenment
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  • of Ardour is just one of the many complex social rules surrounding marriage in Dawn. Before Imperial rule forbade war between the houses, it was commonplace
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  • this age band. At this age children are becoming more independent and our rules reflect this. Children at the lower end of this age range are unlikely to
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  • they can do to make sure nothing similar to the vyig emerges again. "The rules of the game are not to be broken," as they say. With that in mind, and with
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume Core Brief
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  • are an introverted and disciplined people. They are said to have strict rules that govern everything they do. They are a democratic people; each of their
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. As Navarr
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume. In defining
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  • regarding certain trade agreements might normally be resolved according to the rules of the Bourse. Where an individual is convicted of a criminal offence the
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  • the Lasambrian Hills. At this time, according to their legends, they were ruled by a single divinely inspired Queen who, on her death, ascended to heaven
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  • arm wrestle one of their guests. He didn't remember that being part of the rules, but he'd only been half listening as Ayneyas had explained them. "It's alright
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  • 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 without
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  • lore for the purposes of performing a single ritual, subject to the normal rules for effective skill. Materials: Crafting the Kingfisher's Promise requires
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  • well-behaved guest. As long as they are not mistreated, they are bound by the rules of hospitality, and they cannot harm anyone. There are several cautionary
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  • in-character, then you must let your nation camp planner know There are new rules in operation for in-character camping and vehicle access at the start of
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  • Excommunication (category Rules)
    This page covers the ceremonial skill; for the Synod judgement see Writ of Excommunication. Excommunication prevents the victim from using any ceremony
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  • children and adults. For the benefit of all our players we need to put clear rules in place for young players and their parents so that everyone can be confident
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  • title of navigator and ruled in his place while the patricians also named heirs from amongst their offspring. The council ruled wisely for many years but
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  • the magistrates are required to provide complete guidance for why it was ruled unconstitutional. The senate may then consider a new motion on the issue
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  • design of the legal system in Empire - along with the design of the game rules - to try and make it as effective as we possibly can. We gone to that effort
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  • cloak is less likely to tear - but when used in this way the runes have no rules-based game effect, they are intended purely for roleplaying purposes. An
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a business. The character who controls the target personal resource
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  • carefully what your group will enjoy playing and try not to put in place rules that will be hard to enforce or lead to constant internal friction. Nebulously
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  • better than others. These are suggestions, however, rather than hard and fast rules. In particular, the personal resources of congregation and military unit
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  • important for players to familiarise themselves with the general costume rules for further guidelines, including those for inappropriate costume An LRP
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  • grant the Right of Address in the Military Council, but at the time this was ruled unconstitutional. Further examination of the situation led to a reversal
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  • Safety overview (category Rules)
    that you read these rules so that you understand the specific requirements for battles and fight safety at Empire events. The basic rules for safety at events
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  • Empress, the Carrion Queen, and the Winterborn) ruled for over forty years, the longest uninterrupted rule in the Empire’s history. A Varushkan draughir
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  • working, get a ball and some friends and have a game. Don't worry about the rules, worry about winning! Traditions. If you see someone breaking the Marchers'
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  • Main Page (section The Rules)
    all about. Empire uses a simple set of rules that are designed to be fun to play and easy to understand. The rules explain how to make a character and how
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  • of course also possible to move to Ossium in-character using the normal rules for changing territory. When creating a character from Ossium, you may wish
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  • feature movement and manoeuvring, often through wooded terrain. The first rule of participating in an Empire battle is that if you play one, then you must
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  • and destroyed immediately are carefully marked on maps. Stifled by Miasma: Rules At present Zenith is "stifled by miasma". The grim curse inflicted by the
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  • knight roleplays that a favour played a role in helping them win glory, the rules for hearth magic support their narrative, and the game is made deeper and
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  • Rules update 2018 (category Rules)
    prosperity. Rules update 2024 Rules update 2023 Rules update 2022 Rules update 2020 Rules update 2019 Rules update 2018 Rules update 2017 Rules update 2016
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  • the high walls of the palace of Gudmundur Arason, the King of Narkyst, who rules here. Four intimidating towers rise up where the walls meet on corners, each
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  • your question is here. Otherwise email us at rules@profounddecisions.co.uk with any questions about the rules or empire@profounddecisions.co.uk with any
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  • were unhappy following the liberation of Bregasland from the Jotun imposed rule of Mathilda Fisher. The fact that some families who collaborated with the
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  • Testimony (category Rules)
    Through this ceremony, a priest can place powerful, enduring marks on a living subject, which are visible to the insight ceremony. The Way teaches that
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  • malign auras that initially appear harmless, even beneficial, but which were ruled as un-virtuous and excluded from the Doctrine of Seven by the early Synod
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  • to enforce take-down requests as they feasibly can when doing so. These rules apply to all photographers, players and crew at our events. Tom Garnett is
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  • and allow the unwanted memory to slip peacefully away. The Diras and Xun rules are often used, but sometimes the runes Aesh, Hirmok or Cavul may be employed
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  • mandate competes with the earlier mandate - if both are raised the usual rules about competing mandates apply. During the Autumn Equinox, the generals of
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  • also several fortifications that follow different rules. Several armies or nations have special rules or opportunities related to the orders they can issue
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  • possibility of theft between members of the group, but also to impose strict rules on the reavers who kept the band supplied. Everyone who fought with the band
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  • Chaos fruit (category Rules)
    potion provides its benefits to the one who consumes it. All the normal rules for consuming a potion apply. Some chaos fruit are tonics; a character can
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  • and the existence of the hue and cry reflects a belief that enforcing the rules is everyone's concern - not something you leave to the magistrates and the
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  • place are designed to protect everyone attending the event. If you break the rules then you will not be able to attend further events until you are significantly
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  • each was the head of a patrician family, part of the elite council that ruled the nation of Highguard then. Despite their power and status, the three idealists
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  • Performing this ritual takes at least 2 minutes of roleplaying. This ritual targets a character, who must be present throughout. This ritual allows a single
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  • A Troubadour's Ring is a ring, usually worn by Dawnish troubadours, banner-bearers, standard-bearers, bards, scops, Varushkan stzena, many priests and
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  • tents labelled as optional to the adjacent overflow fields There are new rules in operation for in-character camping in 2023. When you let your camp planner
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