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I've been reviewing the River Freedoms in terms of alignment as part of designing a charter company. Upon initial consideration I immediately thought Lawful Evil fit the River Freedoms best. As they encourage harsh, uncaring action while still providing a set of strict guidelines. However, while reexamining the River Freedoms to see if my analysis fit I had to consider Lawful Neutral as the answer. As the Freedoms seem mostly laissez faire and ambivalent regarding interactions between peoples, organizations, or nations. Finally, I realized that a Chaotic character (or indeed nation) would be quite at home here as they can go anywhere, say anything, and be free to do virtually as they pleased as long as they where direct and honest about it. Due to this, I find I must reconsider the whole issue. Arguably there is a line of reasoning saying the Freedoms are "Good" in nature. Importance of ones word, freedom of speech, forbiddance of slavery, and freedom of movement all may lead one to this conclusion. But the Freedoms leave far to much room for acts of evil and aggression to fit any category of Good. While I've by no means settled the subject to my satisfaction; I find myself leaning toward Lawful Neutral as the truest representation of the River Freedoms. No doubt a roleplayer or nation of any alignment could find a place in the River Kingdoms, but I none the less think this topic makes for an interesting discussion when considering the primary alignment of charter companies, which should be reflected in the charter, and diplomatic relations between companies. All in all, I find this an excellent set of "rules" and setting for an mmo to take place in. |
