How to Guide:
Taking Over the World, A Primer

A presumably wise man once said that ruling the world was a headache of a task. That man obviously never ruled anything. There is a specific sense of accomplishment, an undeniable pride in getting exactly what you want and having absolutely everything go your way.

Unfortunately, you just finished your character-sheet and you're asking yourself: "Now What?" Follow these five simple rules to climb up the ladders made from the bones of your lessors:

1) Bearing

You only have one experience point. So what? Domination begins with acting like you already own the world. I cannot stress enough how far playing the role can go in social situations. Be bold, be arrogant, be confident. Fake it, as they say, until you make it. With time, others will start to depend on your leadership and decisiveness.

2) Dress the Part

This goes with bearing to a degree. In some cases this is a real life monetary commitment, so each player has to make that determination on her own. However, nothing says "I am your Lord" better than actually dressing like one. Make sure the garments are well kept; pressed if in a modern setting. Follow fashion trends -- heck, lead fashion trends.

3) Money Makes the World Go 'Round

Gold, Dollars, Credit, Livestock, Actual Stock. Get this. Hoard it. Grow it. While many so-called nobles believe in the strength and reliability of honor, the only thing more reliable is the glint of gold in the noon-day sun. Money can open doors, loosen tongues and make unpleasantness disappear. If you are in a position to do so, be sure to start your own business or method of money-gathering. Banks work, too. Try to keep your funds liquid; that is to say, don't tie all of your money into property or projects.

4) Soft Smile, Iron Heart

Be personable. Be gracious. Allow people around you to feel comfortable around you. You may be arrogant (see 1), but you are also open, honest and sympathetic. Now, mind, if this is true or not, that's up to you, but the benefits of this ruse far outweigh that of being caught lying about caring about the merchant's dead dog. Money buys you workers, smiles buy you loyalty.