Parliament

Even in cities under an autocratic system, the local ruler usually maintains a body of advisors. It might be known by any number of names, though “parliament” and “city council” are the most common. Each speaker or councilor who sits on this body, whether elected or appointed, is a true insider with opportunities to infl uence how the city is run.

Associated Skills: Bluff, Diplomacy, Gather Information, Knowledge (local), Sense Motive.

Sample Contact: Arla Dinlow (expert 5). Arla is the personal aide to a city councilor, and as such, can arrange to have her boss bring up a topic when parliament is in session. Twice every six months.