Factions

Temples, guilds, orders, secret societies, and colleges are important forces in the social order of any civilization. Their influence might stretch across multiple towns and cities, with or without a similarly wide-ranging political authority. Organizations can play an important part in the lives of adventurers, becoming their patrons, allies, or enemies. When folk join these organizations, they become part of something larger than themselves, which can give them a context in the wider world.