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 title: The Castigian Cabal
 description: 
 published: true
-date: 2023-06-27T20:24:19.759Z
+date: 2023-06-27T20:30:10.917Z
 tags: game-master, castigian cabal, cabal
 editor: ckeditor
 dateCreated: 2023-01-23T20:52:16.031Z
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 <p>The land is always filled with pawns that we can use. Make sure to find new pawns should the Vessaia loose too quickly.</p>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <h3>Beliefs</h3>
-<p>NOTES:</p>
-<ul>
-  <li>Shar is an enigmatic figure. A mysterious figure that is difficult to interpret or understand. Cabal also see her this way.<ul>
-      <li>The cabal views Shar as having opened their eyes to the hidden truths about the world. (Their rather drastic means to</li>
-      <li>Cabal reveres Shar as a patron of hidden wisdom, the embodiment of the power of deception and secrets.</li>
-      <li><strong>They see her as the revealer of hidden truths, exposing the flaws and hypocrisies of the existing power structure</strong>. The clandestine organization believes that by following her teachings and enacting her will, they are working towards a higher purpose—a transformative change that will free the world from its shackles.</li>
-      <li>The clandestine organization sees her as a deity of necessary chaos, a catalyst for upheaval and rebirth. They believe that by embracing the darkness and venturing into its depths, they can emerge stronger and forge a better world, despite the unintended consequences of their actions.</li>
-    </ul>
-  </li>
-  <li>Cabal members gripes with Marcandrian society:<ul>
-      <li>Seek to change the current corrupt system. (Goes both for Marcandria, and corrupt world system made by the gods)</li>
-    </ul>
-  </li>
-</ul>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
-<h4>Beliefs regarding their mysterious patron (Shar)</h4>
+<h4>Shar's hidden truths</h4>
 <p>Shar's Hidden truths:</p>
 <ul>
   <li>The world is corrupt - unfair and unjust beyond any hopes of repair. Only by tearing the current status quo down completely can something better be built in its wake.</li>
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 </ul>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <p>Shar's aliases: The Veiled Mistress, The Mistress/Lady of the Night.</p>
-<p>&nbsp;</p>
+<h4>Beliefs</h4>
 <p>The Castigian Cabal are a mix of worshippers, devotees, and followers (depending on their level of devotion) of the goddess Shar, though they know not her name nor much about her true nature. To them, she is a revealer of hidden truths and a patron of hidden wisdom, the one who opened their eyes and exposed the flaws and hypocrisies of the world and its existing power structures. It is through her subtle machinations and manipulative words that the Cabal was formed, with its goal of toppling the existing power structure in order to replace it with their envisioned future - one that is fair and just, though also one in which it is necessary for them to hold the most important positions of power in order to keep it fair and just.</p>
 <p>They believe that the current system - both their society and the way the world works - is deeply rooted with flaws and injustices, like a corruption that plagues all. Many of the Cabal's members are people who believe they themselves have been subjected to this, having been unfairly and unjustly denied something they justly deserve. This could be a more prominent position which they were denied; it could be a worker who still find themselves struggling after many years of hard work, while their superior “bathes in wealth”; or it could be just about any other scenario where they individual believes the status quo is denying them something which they believe themselves to justly deserve. To them, the current structure perpetuates inequality, injustice, exploitation, and suffering upon all except those who have created it. Only by first completely dismantling the current status quo can the construction of a new - more bright, fair, and just - structure be built. “Those who have created it”, in the Cabal's eyes, refers both to those in society that hold power, but are not members of the Cabal, as well as the deities. Shar, through her machinations, have put great emphasis on convincing the Cabal's members that this corrupt and unjust reality is also the fault of the other deities - this corrupt society is built upon their teachings and guidance after all. The Cabal thus view other deities - such as the Diostri - to be among the architects of the corrupt status quo.</p>
 <p>Shar has convinced the members of the Cabal that the only way for them to reach their envisioned future is through absolute commitment and loyalty to their cause. Half-measures and compromises are destined to fail, and it is precisely because of this that no one else has ever been able to fix the current structure. This is why they believe the current structures must be dismantled completely, no matter the cost. It is the reason why the Cabal believes one must be willing to go to any length - to be willing to pursue all means no matter how gruesome or sinister - to achieve their envisioned future. One must be unyielding and unwavering, with absolute commitment and loyalty to the cause. Their goal, and progression towards this goal, will require great cost and sacrifice - even the sacrifice of their own morality. The Cabal believes they are the only one's capable of shouldering this burden, and that it is necessary to walk the darkest of paths - stained by blood - to reach their ultimate goal: A new dawning of their envisioned fair and just future. They believe that all of their sacrifices - all the terrible deeds and suffering needed to bring about their envisioned future - will be worth it once their fair and just age has been reached - for the suffering they have to inflict is finite, while the current system unchanged will just continue to produce it.</p>
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 <p>The shadows also allow the Cabal to see the truths of the world. People's true nature are never truer than when they believe no one is watching, and the injustice of the current order is never clearer than when it believes itself to not be watched. By watching and pulling the strings from the darkness, the Cabal is able to both witness people's most vile and selfish tendencies - which only strengthens their belief that the current order is corrupt beyond fixing. It also allows the Cabal to manipulate while themselves remaining unseen.</p>
 <p>The Cabal has a hand in almost everything that goes on in Marcandria, and boast to themselves that they have planned for every eventuality and every possible outcome. They believe that even if a few of their endeavors goes awry, they have their hands in so much that they view it as not making a difference. “In a web of a thousand threads, plucking one thread makes no difference”, as they might say. They try to convey to their members that so long as they let Shar guide them as they traverse these dark paths they are destined to reach this new dawn with a fair and just society, where they are all given what they justly deserve. Most of the Cabal's larger projects and endeavors are credited to exist because of Shar's guidance - that her guidance has told them that this project/endeavor is part of the best path towards their goals. The most devoted members have absolute confidence in Shar's guidance, and absolute certainty achieving their envisioned future.</p>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
+<h4>GPT rewrite of Beliefs:</h4>
+<p>The Castigian Cabal comprises individuals who worship, devote themselves, or follow (depending on their level of devotion) an enigmatic goddess known as Shar. To them, Shar represents the revealer of hidden truths and the patron of hidden wisdom. It was through her subtle machinations and manipulative words that the Cabal was formed. Their ultimate goal is to topple the existing power structure and replace it with their envisioned future—a future they believe to be fair and just, albeit one where they must hold the most crucial positions of power to maintain fairness and justice.</p>
+<p>The Cabal firmly believes that the current system, encompassing both society and the world's workings, is deeply flawed and unjust. They perceive it as a pervasive corruption that plagues all. Many members of the Cabal harbor a personal sense of injustice, having been unjustly denied something they rightfully deserve. This denial could manifest as the denial of a prominent position, the struggle of a hardworking individual who remains impoverished while their superiors thrive in wealth, or any situation where they feel the status quo denies them their just deserts. In their eyes, the current structure perpetuates inequality, injustice, exploitation, and widespread suffering, except for those who created and perpetuate it. The blame for this corrupt and unjust reality, as masterfully conveyed by Shar, extends not only to those who hold power but are not members of the Cabal but also to the deities themselves. Consequently, the Cabal regards other deities, such as the Diostri, as architects of the corrupt status quo.</p>
+<p>Shar has effectively convinced Cabal members that only unwavering commitment and absolute loyalty to their cause can pave the way to their envisioned future. They view half-measures and compromises as destined to fail, which is why they advocate for the complete dismantling of the current structures, regardless of the cost. They believe that one must be willing to go to any length, employing any means—no matter how gruesome or sinister—to achieve their goals. Unyielding dedication and loyalty to the cause are paramount. Progressing toward their objectives necessitates substantial sacrifice and immense cost, even if it means compromising their own morality. The Cabal firmly believes that they alone can bear this burden and that traversing the darkest paths stained with blood is necessary to achieve their ultimate goal: a new era characterized by their envisioned fairness and justice. In their perspective, all the sacrifices, terrible deeds, and inflicted suffering will be justified once their fair and just age comes to fruition—a time when the suffering they have caused will be finite, whereas the unchanged current system will continue to perpetuate it.</p>
+<p>Operating from the shadows is a fundamental principle for the Cabal, mirroring their enigmatic patron, Shar. They consider secrecy of paramount importance, even among their own ranks, to safeguard their endeavors from adversaries. Consequently, most members possess minimal knowledge of their fellow associates. This anonymity serves to shield the Cabal as a whole in the event of a member's compromise or betrayal. Furthermore, they believe that subterfuge and manipulation are their most effective tools, whether it involves persuading individuals to join their cause or covertly forcing their support or unknowing contribution to their efforts.</p>
+<p>The shadows grant the Cabal the ability to perceive the truths of the world. They believe that people's true nature is most evident when they believe themselves to be unobserved. Likewise, the Cabal perceives the injustices of the current order most clearly when it believes it operates without scrutiny. By skillfully manipulating events from the darkness, the Cabal not only witnesses individuals' most vile and self-serving tendencies, reinforcing their belief in the inherent corruption of the current order but also exercises its influence while remaining unseen.</p>
+<p>The Cabal prides itself on its pervasive influence throughout Marcandria and boasts an intricate web of involvement in various facets of society. They reassure themselves that they have planned for every eventuality and conceivable outcome. Even if a few of their endeavors go awry, they consider it inconsequential within the grand scheme of things. They often say, 'In a web of a thousand threads, plucking one thread makes no difference.' This mindset is instilled in their members, reinforcing their conviction that as long as they allow Shar's guidance to navigate the treacherous paths they tread, their envisioned future of a fair and just society, where each member receives their rightful due, will inevitably be realized. The Cabal attributes most of their significant projects and endeavors to Shar's guidance, believing that she has illuminated the best path toward their goals. The most devoted members possess unwavering confidence in Shar's guidance, as they believe her to be their unwavering beacon amid the darkness, leading them to the dawn of their envisioned future.</p>
+<p>Through their devotion to Shar and their resolute adherence to their cause, the Castigian Cabal seeks to dismantle the prevailing power structures, expose the hidden truths of the world, and construct a society they deem fair and just. While driven by a sense of personal injustice and a desire for their rightful place, they firmly believe 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. With Shar as their guide, they navigate the intricate web of their influence, confident that they are destined to reshape the world in accordance with their beliefs.</p>
+<p>&nbsp;</p>
+<p>&nbsp;</p>
+<p>asd</p>
+<p>&nbsp;</p>
+<p>&nbsp;</p>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <p>Absolute certainty. Plans for everything. Servitude to Shaar.</p>
 <p>Shadows, secrecy, manipulation, subterfuge. - Working from the shadows is the only way - to make sure their adversaries are unable to stop them.</p>
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 </ul>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <p>FROM GPT:</p>
-<p>Discuss the perceived benefits of their envisioned future: The text mentions that the Cabal believes their sacrifices will be worth it once their fair and just age is reached. Consider elaborating on the specific benefits they envision for society under their new order. Highlight the positive changes they hope to bring, such as equality, justice, and the removal of exploitation and suffering. This will emphasize their idealistic vision and make their cause more compelling.</p>
+<p>5. Discuss the perceived benefits of their envisioned future: The text mentions that the Cabal believes their sacrifices will be worth it once their fair and just age is reached. Consider elaborating on the specific benefits they envision for society under their new order. Highlight the positive changes they hope to bring, such as equality, justice, and the removal of exploitation and suffering. This will emphasize their idealistic vision and make their cause more compelling.</p>
 <h3>Organization</h3>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <h3>Activities</h3>
 <p>Shar's guidance is trickled down from the highest ranking members. The rank-and-file have no interactions with Shar or her representatives.</p>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <p>FRM CHATGPT:</p>
-<p>Clarify their perception of Shar's involvement: While it's mentioned that Shar is viewed as a revealer of hidden truths and a patron of hidden wisdom, you can further emphasize her role in guiding and influencing the Cabal's actions. For instance, you can mention specific instances where Shar's guidance led to successful endeavors or critical revelations that strengthened the Cabal's resolve.</p>
+<p>2. Clarify their perception of Shar's involvement: While it's mentioned that Shar is viewed as a revealer of hidden truths and a patron of hidden wisdom, you can further emphasize her role in guiding and influencing the Cabal's actions. For instance, you can mention specific instances where Shar's guidance led to successful endeavors or critical revelations that strengthened the Cabal's resolve.</p>
 <h3>Locations</h3>
 <p>&nbsp;</p>
 <h3>Relations with other factions</h3>