Powers are factions. In addition to their resources, their size and influence are reflected in the amount of favor they can bestow upon Characters.
- Local powers: 1 renown; minor lords, settlements and entities.
- Petty powers: 3 renown; major lords, small kingdoms, and minor entities.
- Regional powers: 6 renown; kingdoms and lesser entities.
- Greater powers: 9 renown; major entities, Virtues and Elemental forces.
Earning Favor
Characters complete Deeds to earn Favor with Powers. This adds to their renown (ie. level). Earning Favor may also unlock rights and privileges with that Power.
Some Powers may require Oaths.
Thresholds
To gain a fourth renown from a regional power or a fourth and eighth renown from a greater power, a Character must pass a threshold.
A threshold requires a greater challenge than a normal Deed. It may require an Oath and a lasting commitment of allegiance and service. Completing a threshold may involve a ritual or ceremony and bestow a Title and other rewards upon the Character.
