Driven by unwavering devotion to their enigmatic guide and fueled by a profound belief in their cause, the Castigian Cabal is determined to dismantle the prevailing power structures—both in society and in the world's workings—that they perceive as corrupt and unfair. Their ultimate aim is to replace these structures with a society they deem fair and just—a society where those who uphold it does not limit, deny advancements, or hinder an individual's pursuit of personal aspirations. The Cabal envisions a world where everyone can carve out their rightful place. Many members are driven by a sense of personal injustice and a desire for their rightful place, with the Cabal attempting to instill in them that that only through absolute commitment and unwavering loyalty can their goals be achieved. The Cabal thrives in secrecy and manipulation, employing the shadows as their ally, and embracing the sacrifices and dark paths necessary to pave the way for their envisioned future. Guided by Shar, they navigate a complex web of influence, confident in their destined role to reshape the world in alignment with their beliefs.
The Cabal is acutely aware that they stand little chance in reaching their goals should all the other influential factions in Marcandria decide to unite against them. Therefore, maintaining secrecy is seen as of paramount importance. They go to great lengths to ensure their plans and schemes remain unknown, and that the existence of their organization remains unnoticed. While their actions may elicit reactions within Marcandrian society, they meticulously avoid leaving evidence that could point back their members, or evidence that could indicate the action to have been part of a larger scheme. Maintaining secrecy is a goal in itself for the Cabal, and they spare no effort in its preservation. The Cabal also strives to keep their adversaries divided and in conflict with one another. This strategy aims to exhaust their opponents' resources, minimize the risk of discovery, and prevent interference with the Cabal's schemes, whether accidental or intentional.
The Cabal actively seeks to recruit influential individuals from other factions, often luring them with promises of prominent positions in their envisioned future. Recruits who believe they have been unjustly denied advancement by their superior are often offered their superior's position. Those who are approached but refuse to join the cause are either killed off or forced to cooperate through the use of coercion and threats. The Cabal does not hesitate to exploit their leverage, employing tactics that endanger the possessions, reputation, and loved ones of non-compliant individuals. The organization has a demonstrated history of following through on such threats, but they must also exercise caution to avoid attracting unwanted attention. The Cabal is in a constant need of new recruits to expand its reach and influence, and thus will always have numerous ongoing schemes that aim to either convince individuals to join as faithful members or force them into servitude through coercion and threats
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The Cabal seeks to control those who cannot be swayed through covertly instigating infighting or conflicts with other factions. By weakening adversaries or diverting their resources, the Cabal aims to usurp their positions or render them too preoccupied to interfere with their plans. Each of the major faction presents a unique scenario, due to organization and how deep the Cabal is able to infiltrate their existing ranks, thus requiring tailored strategies from the Cabal to achieve their objectives for each of these factions effectively.
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