Factions

Who wants to rule the world?
Multiple factions exist alongside the world all with their own goals and actions. A murder of a baker may appear a normal act of evil on the outside, but, with proper knowledge, you would know the baker was a necromancer for the Ascended Grave who had been spotted during a meeting. This allowed the Templar Helix to follow him home one night and execute him.

Being apart of a faction can give many bonuses that would be otherwise far more difficult to obtain. Sensitive Information, magic items, and professional hired help can be much easier to acquire with higher ranking in a faction.

It is important to not reveal yourself as a member of a faction outright for the rest of the world to know. You never know who may be listening and who may be attempting to raise the fires of war between factions. A higher ranking official can make for a juicy target to particular faction enemies.

Who are they?
Divine Crown

Black Sun

Disciples of the Coin

Crimson Cutthroats

Gallant Slayers

True Steel Defenders

Ascended Grave

Templar Helix

The Wayward

Serene Grove

Beings United

Bedlam Creed

Doomguard

Who else?
Smaller factions all have their own control over smaller locations. These factions are common as cults, families, guilds, etc.