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barrayarmods) wrote2016-06-07 01:32 pm
barrayarmods) wrote2016-06-07 01:32 pm
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[For Barrayar] loyalty system
loyalty
In the thick of war, there is no higher virtue than loyalty.
Each character has a loyalty score denoting the number of loyalty points (LP) they have. This score does not reflect their loyal intentions toward either side, but rather indicates how loyal they are perceived to be overall, and thus, how honorable or trustworthy NPCs may perceive them. A character’s loyalty score can lead to unique plot opportunities, influence NPCs’ perception of them, and open up optional loyalty perks.
Loyalty perks are optional rewards that can be claimed if your character’s loyalty score meets the threshold. Taking loyalty perks can influence standing with NPCs on their side and lead to unique plot opportunities. New loyalty perks will emerge as the game plot progresses. Currently available perks are listed on the Loyalty Perks page.
The main way to accrue LP is through Activity Check. Each character gains 1 LP per AC check-in every month, plus 1 LP per bonus AC proof up to a maximum of 5 bonus LP -- a total of 6 maximum LP gained per month via AC. Players take no LP penalties for failing AC or going on hiatus. LP can also be accrued or lost through participation in certain plot opportunities, which will be marked with +/- LP, although the exact amount is determined on a case-by-case basis.
If your character chooses to defect and join the other side, they inevitably lose LP. However, this loss can be mitigated: if your character has something to offer to the other side, such as useful information or supplies, the NPCs will take this as a show of good faith, and the LP penalty will be reduced. LP penalties for defection are determined on a case-by-case basis; the mods will ask for a confirmation once the LP penalty has been calculated before it is put into effect. If you want to have your character defect, you can fill out the request form below and post it as a comment to this entry.
A character’s loyalty score is not an OOC evaluation of the player or character -- just a reflection of their activity and in-game actions. We encourage players to engage with the loyalty system however suits them best -- if you’d have more fun playing a character whose LP goes up and down a lot, or who has an overall low score, then go with it!
In the thick of war, there is no higher virtue than loyalty.
Each character has a loyalty score denoting the number of loyalty points (LP) they have. This score does not reflect their loyal intentions toward either side, but rather indicates how loyal they are perceived to be overall, and thus, how honorable or trustworthy NPCs may perceive them. A character’s loyalty score can lead to unique plot opportunities, influence NPCs’ perception of them, and open up optional loyalty perks.
Loyalty perks are optional rewards that can be claimed if your character’s loyalty score meets the threshold. Taking loyalty perks can influence standing with NPCs on their side and lead to unique plot opportunities. New loyalty perks will emerge as the game plot progresses. Currently available perks are listed on the Loyalty Perks page.
The main way to accrue LP is through Activity Check. Each character gains 1 LP per AC check-in every month, plus 1 LP per bonus AC proof up to a maximum of 5 bonus LP -- a total of 6 maximum LP gained per month via AC. Players take no LP penalties for failing AC or going on hiatus. LP can also be accrued or lost through participation in certain plot opportunities, which will be marked with +/- LP, although the exact amount is determined on a case-by-case basis.
If your character chooses to defect and join the other side, they inevitably lose LP. However, this loss can be mitigated: if your character has something to offer to the other side, such as useful information or supplies, the NPCs will take this as a show of good faith, and the LP penalty will be reduced. LP penalties for defection are determined on a case-by-case basis; the mods will ask for a confirmation once the LP penalty has been calculated before it is put into effect. If you want to have your character defect, you can fill out the request form below and post it as a comment to this entry.
A character’s loyalty score is not an OOC evaluation of the player or character -- just a reflection of their activity and in-game actions. We encourage players to engage with the loyalty system however suits them best -- if you’d have more fun playing a character whose LP goes up and down a lot, or who has an overall low score, then go with it!