Rites

Master of Intrigue

Princess Raedina is beginning to make her presence known in the Capital. Give her time, and she can skillfully steer public opinion and gather intelligence to address the vagrants' troubles. But she will still need your support.

ID: 5008206

Type: None

Tips: None

Duration: 1 days

Waits For: 0 days

Marked as New Only on First Occurrence: 0

Starts Automatically: No

Triggers Result Automatically: No

Tag Tips: None

Tag Tips Up: Fight Result, Sociability, Stealth, Charisma, Combat

Tag Tips Text:

Random Text: None

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Roll #1
Amid the undercurrents of the ball, can Raed successfully handle the skeptics?
Type: Fight Result
Type Tips: This is a contest of Sociability and Stealth.
Low Target: 5
Low Target Tips: You need at least 5 Successes to overcome the challenge.
Roll #2
Amid the undercurrents of the ball, can Raed successfully handle the rivals for attention?
Type: Fight Result
Type Tips: This is a contest of Sociability and Charisma.
Low Target: 5
Low Target Tips: You need at least 5 Successes to overcome the challenge.
Roll #3
Amid the undercurrents of the ball, can [s5.name] fend off admirers?
Type: Fight Result
Type Tips: This is a contest of Sociability and Stealth.
Low Target: 5
Low Target Tips: You need at least 5 Successes to overcome the challenge.
Roll #4
Amid the undercurrents of the ball, can Raed fend off admirers?
Type: Fight Result
Type Tips: This is a contest of Combat and Charisma.
Low Target: 5
Low Target Tips: You need at least 5 Successes to overcome the challenge.

Actions When Wait Expires

This rite has no actions when the wait expires.

Slots

Slot #1
The Princess must attend the ball in person.

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: No

Is Enemy: No

Conditions:

  • Type = Character
  • Card = Raed

Pops: None

Slot #2
Nobles Attending the Ball

Locks: Yes

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: Yes

Conditions:

Pops: None

Slot #3
Nobles Attending the Ball

Locks: Yes

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: Yes

Conditions:

Pops: None

Slot #5
Supporters

Locks: No

Is Key: No

Is Empty: Yes

Is Enemy: No

Conditions:

Pops: None

Activation Conditions

This rite has no activation conditions.

Outcome

Prior

This rite has no prior outcome.

Regular

The Princess in the Mist
She always arrived as night fell, just as the music and dance reached their peak, as if the entire world existed solely to welcome her.

Her voice carried effortlessly through the archways, through the haze of smoke, through the murmurs of servants, reaching the ears of everyone present.

Ah... the figure gliding into the ballroom draped in pearls and gossamer... her honeyed skin glowing, eyes sparkling like gemstones, fingers delicate, muscles sculpted to perfection... This—this is Princess Raedina!

She raised a finger to her lips in a delicate "shush." Even this simple gesture was breathtaking, her layered gold bracelets clinking softly with the movement. Every noble present felt as though she was looking directly at them, and as she twirled her silk scarves into the dance, she seemed to merge seamlessly with the celebration itself.

Conditions:

Action:

She was nearly conquering the city already.
"Oh, forgive the trouble, I should have consulted you sooner...

You see, I've only just arrived in this city...

I do wish your master were as generous as my father, he would have made my stay comfortable, wouldn't he?"

Using words, glances, and subtle suggestions, she silently rearranged every pawn on the board, keeping rivals in check, preventing them from uniting against the vagrants, making them believe they were making way for the princess while actually clearing paths for the beggars. And when they thought they were shielding her, no one noticed the children hidden beneath her skirts.

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Extra

She truly was a princess, more real than any pearl.
Of course, surprises can happen...

A fur trader whispered in the corner that he'd visited that tribe but had never heard of a noble Raedina.

Luckily, [s5.name] intervened before the rumor could spread, and Princess Raedina skillfully began discussing customs from her homeland, influential leaders, and even the archery skills of a few brothers. Who else could blend exotic culture and Empire etiquette so flawlessly? The young nobles were practically stripping off their attires to demonstrate their skills!

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Action:

You hadn't managed all the details perfectly.
Of course, surprises can happen...

A fur trader whispered in the corner that he'd visited that tribe but had never heard of a noble Raedina. Besides, the style of her jewelry differed from what the locals wore. Most people didn't care—after all, a princess is meant to be admired for her looks! But those who truly held the power to decide paused, reconsidering their attitude toward Princess Raedina.

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Result:

The ignorant became her stepping stones.
Of course, surprises can happen...

One prominent noble's daughter had come dressed to impress, hoping to outshine Princess Raedina at the ball... Yet, while they might have been evenly matched in beauty, our princess was well-versed in poetry and philosophy. She effortlessly steered the conversation into realms her rival could not follow... It was then that the truly talented and accomplished Princess Raedina finally made her name known throughout the Capital.

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Result:

Action:

The princess became other's stepping stones.
Of course, surprises can happen...

One prominent noble's daughter had come dressed to impress, hoping to outshine Princess Raedina at the ball... Unfortunately, although Raedina's beauty was nothing short of stunning, the rival had numerous admirers, forcing her to expend considerable effort dealing with their harassment and slander. These unsavory disputes disrupted the social engagements you had carefully planned.

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Result:

A Duel
Of course, surprises can happen...

A zealous young noble publicly proposed to Princess Raedina, putting her in an awkward position. He drew his sword at the ball, declaring he would challenge any man who dared approach the princess...

Fortunately, [s5.name] also drew the blade and, in a flash, disarmed him without spilling a drop of blood, leaving him completely humbled.

This tale of skill and grace quickly spread throughout the city. Soon, snowballing invitations filled the guesthouse where Princess Raedina was staying, as everyone clamored for a glimpse of this legendary beauty.

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Result:

Action:

A Duel
Of course, surprises can happen...

A zealous young noble publicly proposed to Princess Raedina, putting her in an awkward position. He drew his sword at the ball, declaring he would challenge any man who dared approach the princess...

Forced to intervene, [s5.name] drew the blade to confront him and try to defuse the spectacle. In the end, the hall was stained with blood, and the noble's family vowed revenge—though many were likely intimidated by [player.name]'s reputation, most guests no longer dared invite Princess Raedina to their own gatherings.

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Twined in Grace
Of course, surprises can happen...

A zealous young noble publicly proposed to Princess Raedina, putting her in an awkward position. He drew his sword at the ball, declaring he would challenge any man who dared approach the princess...

Fortunately, Princess Raedina calmed him with words as sweet and slow as honey. Only a few sharp-eyed onlookers noticed that, in a flash, she had already seized his weapon with lightning-quick hands. In the end, the sword was praised, everyone enjoyed the spectacle, no one lost face, and the noble's family later sent even greater gifts in return.

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Result:

Action:

A Duel
Of course, surprises can happen...

A zealous young noble publicly proposed to Princess Raedina, putting her in an awkward position. He drew his sword at the ball, declaring he would challenge any man who dared approach the princess...

Raedina was unable to prevent the farce, and the hall was stained with blood, and the noble's family vowed revenge—though many were likely intimidated by [player.name]'s reputation, most guests no longer dared invite Princess Raedina to their own gatherings.

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