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Matt: Text replacement - "Synod" to "Synod"

2026-01-16T09:37:51Z

Text replacement - "Synod" to "Synod"

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	Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.		Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.

	The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[~~Synod\|~~Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.		The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.
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Matt: Text replacement - "Military Council" to "Military Council"

2026-01-16T09:33:28Z

Text replacement - "Military Council" to "Military Council"

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	There are two big battles each weekend as well as many smaller quests and skirmishes. Taking part is completely optional - around half of our players do so each event. However, if you do take the field for a battle as your character, then you ''must'' volunteer to monster the other battle (we have to get our five hundred orcs from somewhere!). We strive to make monstering as enjoyable as possible, and we provide a mask and an armoured breastplate for our orcs, so if you're just starting out then all you need to monster is your basic costume and a weapon if you've got one.		There are two big battles each weekend as well as many smaller quests and skirmishes. Taking part is completely optional - around half of our players do so each event. However, if you do take the field for a battle as your character, then you ''must'' volunteer to monster the other battle (we have to get our five hundred orcs from somewhere!). We strive to make monstering as enjoyable as possible, and we provide a mask and an armoured breastplate for our orcs, so if you're just starting out then all you need to monster is your basic costume and a weapon if you've got one.

	Where the battles take place, who you are fighting and why, is decided by the [[general\|generals]] and their advisors in the [[~~Military Council\|~~Military Council]]. Those decisions are strategic and political in nature - the Empire is surrounded by enemies and has limited forces at its disposal. The game is designed so that success on the battlefield at the event helps the Empire significantly in its ongoing wars, while defeat may give an advantage to the enemy.		Where the battles take place, who you are fighting and why, is decided by the [[general\|generals]] and their advisors in the [[Military Council]]. Those decisions are strategic and political in nature - the Empire is surrounded by enemies and has limited forces at its disposal. The game is designed so that success on the battlefield at the event helps the Empire significantly in its ongoing wars, while defeat may give an advantage to the enemy.
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Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Synod" to "[[Synod"

2026-01-15T22:09:28Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Synod" to "[[Synod"

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	Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.		Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.

	The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.		The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.
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	Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!		Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!

	Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].		Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].

	Entertainment and culture provide yet more opportunities for players to interact with each other. You might attend a play at [[the League]] theatre, or join in the music and singing at the [[Navarr]] camp during ''Songs and Stories''. Every nation has its own festivities and every event there are festivals and celebrations. Anvil comes alive at night with parties and singing, there is even a group called ''[[Senate Motions]]'' that takes over the Imperial Senate building on Saturday evenings to host and teach formal dancing.		Entertainment and culture provide yet more opportunities for players to interact with each other. You might attend a play at [[the League]] theatre, or join in the music and singing at the [[Navarr]] camp during ''Songs and Stories''. Every nation has its own festivities and every event there are festivals and celebrations. Anvil comes alive at night with parties and singing, there is even a group called ''[[Senate Motions]]'' that takes over the Imperial Senate building on Saturday evenings to host and teach formal dancing.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

2026-01-15T16:53:50Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

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	Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.		Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.

	The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.		The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.
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	Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!		Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!

	Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[Imperial Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].		Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[Imperial Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].

	Entertainment and culture provide yet more opportunities for players to interact with each other. You might attend a play at [[the League]] theatre, or join in the music and singing at the [[Navarr]] camp during ''Songs and Stories''. Every nation has its own festivities and every event there are festivals and celebrations. Anvil comes alive at night with parties and singing, there is even a group called ''[[Senate Motions]]'' that takes over the Imperial Senate building on Saturday evenings to host and teach formal dancing.		Entertainment and culture provide yet more opportunities for players to interact with each other. You might attend a play at [[the League]] theatre, or join in the music and singing at the [[Navarr]] camp during ''Songs and Stories''. Every nation has its own festivities and every event there are festivals and celebrations. Anvil comes alive at night with parties and singing, there is even a group called ''[[Senate Motions]]'' that takes over the Imperial Senate building on Saturday evenings to host and teach formal dancing.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Bourse" to "[[Bourse"

2026-01-15T13:45:44Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Bourse" to "[[Bourse"

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	Politics and battles are just part of the appeal of Empire for many players. A huge part of the game is focussed on the interactions between players which aren't directly political or confrontational. Empire has been designed to support as wide a range of character interactions which are broadly cooperative in nature. Beyond the cutthroat politics and the adrenaline of the battlefield, the Empire is a world you can live in.		Politics and battles are just part of the appeal of Empire for many players. A huge part of the game is focussed on the interactions between players which aren't directly political or confrontational. Empire has been designed to support as wide a range of character interactions which are broadly cooperative in nature. Beyond the cutthroat politics and the adrenaline of the battlefield, the Empire is a world you can live in.

	Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[~~Imperial~~ Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!		Trade and commerce are an important part of the game, with many characters striving to make as much money as possible. There are many things to buy and sell, with a position in the [[Bourse]] as the ultimate prize - bringing prestige and wealth to those who can afford it. Characters can trade resources like [[Game_items#Mana_Crystals\|mana]], [[liao]], and [[herb\|herbs]] as well as crafted goods such as [[potion\|potions]] and [[magic items]]. You might also use in-character [[Game_items#Coins\|money]] to buy a cake, a bottle of wine, or a piece of jewellery that players make and then sell as their character. Everything is on sale in Anvil!

	Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[Imperial Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[Imperial Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].		Religion and magic are just as important as trade. In addition to being politically powerful, the [[Imperial Synod]] is the starting point for many religious and philosophical conversations as characters debate the Virtues and the teachings of [[the Way]]. Magicians meet in the [[Imperial Conclave]] to decide matters of magic but they also share knowledge and learning and seek assistance to perform the more powerful [[rituals]].

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Military Council" to "[[Military Council"

2026-01-15T13:23:14Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Military Council" to "[[Military Council"

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	There are two big battles each weekend as well as many smaller quests and skirmishes. Taking part is completely optional - around half of our players do so each event. However, if you do take the field for a battle as your character, then you ''must'' volunteer to monster the other battle (we have to get our five hundred orcs from somewhere!). We strive to make monstering as enjoyable as possible, and we provide a mask and an armoured breastplate for our orcs, so if you're just starting out then all you need to monster is your basic costume and a weapon if you've got one.		There are two big battles each weekend as well as many smaller quests and skirmishes. Taking part is completely optional - around half of our players do so each event. However, if you do take the field for a battle as your character, then you ''must'' volunteer to monster the other battle (we have to get our five hundred orcs from somewhere!). We strive to make monstering as enjoyable as possible, and we provide a mask and an armoured breastplate for our orcs, so if you're just starting out then all you need to monster is your basic costume and a weapon if you've got one.

	Where the battles take place, who you are fighting and why, is decided by the [[general\|generals]] and their advisors in the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council\|Military Council]]. Those decisions are strategic and political in nature - the Empire is surrounded by enemies and has limited forces at its disposal. The game is designed so that success on the battlefield at the event helps the Empire significantly in its ongoing wars, while defeat may give an advantage to the enemy.		Where the battles take place, who you are fighting and why, is decided by the [[general\|generals]] and their advisors in the [[Military Council\|Military Council]]. Those decisions are strategic and political in nature - the Empire is surrounded by enemies and has limited forces at its disposal. The game is designed so that success on the battlefield at the event helps the Empire significantly in its ongoing wars, while defeat may give an advantage to the enemy.
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Matt: /* Player vs Player Politics */

2024-12-24T17:29:45Z

Player vs Player Politics

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	Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.		Although Empire has a strong emphasis on PvP politics, the setting has been deliberately designed to discourage physical violence between characters. The setting is a very lawful one, with magistrates and militia who will investigate any murder and try to execute those responsible. The aim is to make assassination the last act of desperation that is the result of a long-simmering political rivalry, not the first choice in any conflict between characters.

	The setting ~~works hard to encourage~~ and ~~support~~ a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Imperial Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.		The setting encourages and supports a wide range of options for social interactions, offering many different ways in which you can harm your political rivals. For example, if they hold an [[Imperial title]] then you might try to get the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] to [[revocation\|revoke]] them or potentially even [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunicate]] them. You could arrange to have a rival magician [[Sorcery\|declared sorcerers]] by the [[Imperial Conclave]]. You might fabricate or expose a scandal to undermine a [[Senator]] who is standing for reelection. Violence and murder are illegal in the Empire, but slander and blackmail are not.
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	===Player vs Monster Battles===		===Player vs Monster Battles===
	The ongoing military campaigns against the barbarian enemies that surround the Empire complement the politics. These battles are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Player_versus_environment Player versus Monster] (PvM). If your character chooses to take the field, then you will be facing off against five hundred plus hostile enemies who are "monsters" - volunteers who are playing a role just for that conflict, created and briefed by our team. They are there to give you a dramatic and difficult battle, where victory is possible but far from assured.		The ongoing military campaigns against the barbarian enemies that surround the Empire complement the politics. These battles are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Player_versus_environment Player versus Monster] (PvM). If your character chooses to take the field, then you will be facing off against five hundred plus hostile enemies who are "monsters" - volunteers who are playing a role just for that conflict, created and briefed by our team. They are there to give you a dramatic and difficult battle, where victory is possible but far from assured.

Hailmur at 04:39, 20 August 2024

2024-08-20T04:39:24Z

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	This page is part of our introduction to Empire, explaining more about the game. It is intended for people who are new to live roleplaying as well as experienced live roleplayers who have never done Empire before to give you a sense of how Empire is designed and how it plays in practice.		This page is part of our introduction to Empire, explaining more about the game. It is intended for people who are new to live roleplaying as well as experienced live roleplayers who have never done Empire before to give you a sense of how Empire is designed and how it plays in practice.
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	==Character Driven==		==Character Driven==
	Empire is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandbox_game sandbox game] in the sense that you will be entering a completely open world that you are free to explore and influence. There is no grand narrative being created by us, rather the Empire campaign consists of the stories that emerge from the interactions of the player-characters who collectively run the Empire. You are part of a game with thousands of participants all playing together at the same time. You work with - and often against - other player-characters to determine what happens next. In this sense we strive to make Empire like the real world; there is no predetermined outcome and you are free to make your own choices within the constraints of the setting.		Empire is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandbox_game sandbox game] in the sense that you will be entering a completely open world that you are free to explore and influence. There is no grand narrative being created by us, rather the Empire campaign consists of the stories that emerge from the interactions of the player-characters who collectively run the Empire. You are part of a game with thousands of participants all playing together at the same time. You work with - and often against - other player-characters to determine what happens next. In this sense we strive to make Empire like the real world; there is no predetermined outcome and you are free to make your own choices within the constraints of the setting.

Rafferty at 15:36, 16 March 2023

2023-03-16T15:36:28Z

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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=WickerMan.jpg\|width=100%\|caption=Empire is a character-driven game - an open world that you are free to explore and influence.}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=WickerMan.jpg\|width=100%\|caption=Empire is a character-driven game - an open world that you are free to explore and influence.}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==

Rafferty at 13:28, 30 August 2021

2021-08-30T13:28:15Z

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	To help people get the right costume and kit there are look and feel guides for each nation. These are intended to give you a good sense of what the costume should look like. Getting a good costume can be an intimidating prospect especially as our photos often show off the best costumes on the field. The reality is that there are a wide range of different levels of costume on the field and all we ask is that everyone commits to be ''aspirational'' - to meet the minimum standards for the game but to aim to improve their costume over time to be the best that it can be. Our page on [[costume]] lays out our approach in more detail and is worth reading if you have any concerns in this area.		To help people get the right costume and kit there are look and feel guides for each nation. These are intended to give you a good sense of what the costume should look like. Getting a good costume can be an intimidating prospect especially as our photos often show off the best costumes on the field. The reality is that there are a wide range of different levels of costume on the field and all we ask is that everyone commits to be ''aspirational'' - to meet the minimum standards for the game but to aim to improve their costume over time to be the best that it can be. Our page on [[costume]] lays out our approach in more detail and is worth reading if you have any concerns in this area.
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	==Difficult Choices==		==Difficult Choices==
	Empire is designed to be a game of difficult choices. Success is not guaranteed, and characters can fail simply because they didn't have the resources they needed to achieve their goals. Most situations that you encounter have no perfect outcome, someone always has to compromise.		Empire is designed to be a game of difficult choices. Success is not guaranteed, and characters can fail simply because they didn't have the resources they needed to achieve their goals. Most situations that you encounter have no perfect outcome, someone always has to compromise.
	~~{{CaptionedImage\|file=ImmersiveRoleplay.jpg\|align=left\|width=500}}~~
	It is possible to play a traditional hero in Empire, but it is a challenge. You aren't rewarded for your heroism by a sympathetic narrator. This is a deliberate design choice for the game - if the setting rewarded heroism the way a novel often does - then being heroic would be the easy option for everyone. Empire often rewards those that take the self-serving route precisely so that it is an achievement to play to a heroic ideal		It is possible to play a traditional hero in Empire, but it is a challenge. You aren't rewarded for your heroism by a sympathetic narrator. This is a deliberate design choice for the game - if the setting rewarded heroism the way a novel often does - then being heroic would be the easy option for everyone. Empire often rewards those that take the self-serving route precisely so that it is an achievement to play to a heroic ideal