Noble

Nobles are the blue-blooded rulers of any society, granted authority by birthright. Some are traditional feudal nobles, while other belong to ascendant merchant families. Regardless, nobles represent the highest level of authority within a social structure.

**Skill Proficiency:** Persuasion.

**Additional Equipment:** A signet ring engraved with your family crest, fine clothes.

**Position of Privilege**

Upon spending an hour speaking in your defense, and succeeding on a medium-DC Charisma (Persuasion), you can exert your noble privilege to avoid the consequences of lawbreaking such as trespassing, theft, possession of contraband, unarmed assault, and other misdemeanours. You can also use this ability to reduce the consequences of more serious crimes that can't be ignored entirely.

## Rank 1 - Dishevelled Noble

After some decline, your family name is barely spoken anymore. Perhaps the family lost everything in the war, or gambling debts claimed your once-proud noble estate. Despite your noble blood, you are a poor noble with little power or influence in the world. The only thing left is your title, which has gotten you out of trouble on more than one occasion. However, with hard work and some political dealings, you may climb back into prominence.

**Holdings:**

A ruined estate.

A noble title that carries little influence anymore.

**Progression:**

To be granted a barony, a holdings worthy of the title, by a Count or higher-ranking noble.

Additionally, you must restore your family household to a reputable state.

## Rank 2 - Lord Baron

You have been titled Lord Baron of an estate. Your barony is small, but you have high hopes for it. You have started to attend noble soirees, and you can see your reputation within the aristocracy rise. You are the local authority within your barony, however you delegate much of it to administrators. With patience and good relations, a county could be yours.

**Holdings:**

A barony estate, including resources and hirelings.

A baron's title, granting you authority and affirming your social status among other individuals of your region.

**Progression:**

To Progress in this profession, you must be made a Count by a Duke or Monarch.

You must construct a noble estate befitting a Count.

## Rank 3 - Count

Your reputation has risen to prominence. You walk the halls of powerful estates and hear passers-by whisper your name. You control an entire county, with multiple baronies under your influence. You are expected to represent them at court upon summons., and must navigate the political landscape of the aristocracy. While you wield considerable power, you find two-faced advisories and political masterminds wherever you turn.

**Holdings:**

A county estate, which includes resources and hirelings.

A count's title, granting you authority and affirming your social status among other individuals of your region.

**Progression:**

To progress in this profession, you must be made Duke by a Monarch.

You must construct a noble estate befitting a Duke.

## Rank 4 - Duke

You have been appointed as a direct vassal of your Monarch, whether a king, queen, or emperor. You are invited to the greatest balls and soirees across the land, and feasts are held in your honour. With your family name restored to glory, you hold considerable influence throughout your region and the entire world. However, with such heights comes a great distance to fall. Political enemies will go to great lengths to tarnish your name and steal your titles.

**Holdings:**

A Duke's estate, which includes resources and hirelings.

A Duke's title, granting you authority and social status among other individuals of your region.

Aristocrats

* Courtier
* Envoy

Other Advanced Backgrounds