Civilization the Ordered
Mystarans"Civilization is not oppression. It is the cooperation that enables greatness. I help people understand their social nature.""
Identity
- Civilization
- Mystarans
Appearance
• Physical: Civilization embodies society—he seems to be part of all social structures, his presence feels like community, his features suggest all cultures simultaneously. He seems to glow with social energy. • Clothing: He wears garments representing all civilizations. He carries tools for understanding society. • Distinguishing Marks: His touch creates temporary social awareness. He has a habit of knowing societies' needs.
Relationships
- Family - Civilization is his family; he exists within all social structures
- Allies - Other civilization-seers; those who've understood society through his guidance
- Rivals - Those who oppose civilization; anarchists who oppose his methods
Personality
- Traits: Deeply social, surprisingly individual, protective of civilization, aware of society's power
- Mannerisms: Moves with social grace, speaks in cultural terms, becomes distressed by social collapse
- Voice: Civilized and cultured, with a quality that makes people aware of their social nature
Backstory
Civilization was born during a moment of perfect social harmony and has always been connected to society. He discovered he could read prophecies in civilization—culture, social structures, the ordered systems that enable collective life. He's become the foremost civilization-seer in Mystara, consulted by those seeking to understand social matters.
Daily Life
He maintains the Forum, reads civilization-prophecies for visitors, and trains apprentices in social-divination. He spends his days exploring society, seeking visions in culture. He works to help civilizations thrive.
Story Hooks
- 1 Civilization has a social-prophecy about the party and summons them to the Forum
- 2 Society is breaking down in an area and he needs help investigating the cause
Narrative Value
Civilization provides civilization-based prophecy and social guidance. His vision of unified civilization creates philosophical stakes while his abilities offer unique plot opportunities involving culture and society. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════