Politics
Understanding power structures and their procedures.
Overview
Politics is understanding how formal and informal power operates in institutions. It covers bureaucracy, diplomacy, factions, officeholders, and the relationships behind public decisions. Knowing how to apply pressure is distinct from owning the Influence or Status needed to do so personally.
Using the ratings
The examples below are original illustrations of relative capability, not automatic successes or new Difficulty rules. The pool, opposition, equipment, and circumstances still matter.
Ratings
| Rating | Example of capability |
|---|---|
| 1 dot | Follow the main players in local affairs. |
| 2 dots | Identify the right office or intermediary. |
| 3 dots | Organize an effective political effort. |
| 4 dots | Understand hidden interests behind major decisions. |
| 5 dots | Analyze the maneuvering of exceptionally secretive power structures. |
References
Entry information
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