https://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=MorriganBlack Lotus Codex - User contributions [en]2026-04-14T14:09:05ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.44.0https://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=51Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T15:14:10Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation tracks a character’s standing with the Lotus factions. <br />
It is earned through quests and spent using faction tokens. <br />
Reputation determines discounts, services, and eligibility for custom quests. <br />
<br />
== Faction Tokens ==<br />
Each faction has its own tokens, earned by completing that faction’s quests. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or shared. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens per faction''' at a time. <br />
* Tokens from a faction are spent only to gain reputation with that same faction. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
Spending a faction’s tokens increases '''Active Reputation''' with that faction. <br />
* A character may hold a total of '''10 active reputation points''' across all factions combined. <br />
* While under 10 points, spending tokens simply adds reputation to the chosen faction. <br />
<br />
=== At the Cap (10) ===<br />
When a character is already at 10 active reputation and spends tokens for another faction, reputation shifts as a direct swap. <br />
* One point is removed from the target faction’s '''least-favored rival'''. <br />
* At the same time, one point is added to the target faction. <br />
* The hostility order is followed until that rival reaches 0, at which point the next rival is reduced. <br />
* Example: If you are capped at 10 and spend tokens for White Lotus, 1 point is taken from Red Lotus and given to White. This continues until Red is 0, then moves to Grey, then Black, then Purple. <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Every point of reputation earned adds to '''Lifetime Reputation'''. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a '''global total''', not tied to any single faction. <br />
* It never decreases. <br />
* Its only role is to determine the token cost of swaps when you are at the 10-point cap. <br />
* The more Lifetime Reputation you have, the more tokens it costs to move points at cap. <br />
<br />
=== Switch Costs ===<br />
Switching at the 10-point cap requires additional faction tokens, based on a character’s Lifetime Reputation total: <br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
! Lifetime Reputation Total !! Token Cost per Swap<br />
|-<br />
| 0–9 || 1 token<br />
|-<br />
| 10–19 || 2 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 20–29 || 3 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 30–39 || 4 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 40+ || 5 tokens<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Factions ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – assassins, mercenaries, and spies operating from the shadows. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – Lizra’s cartel of drugs, decadence, and a hungry harem. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – monks and healers devoted to the divine light. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – thugs and mercenaries, swords sold for coin, loud and brash. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – sorcerers and occultists prying too far into forbidden knowledge. <br />
* [[Pink Lotus]] – a neutral faction. You may interact with them, but you cannot earn extra reputation with them. <br />
<br />
== Summary ==<br />
* Tokens come from faction quests. <br />
* Each faction has its own token pool (max 20 held). <br />
* Active Reputation is capped at 10 across all factions. <br />
* At the cap, swaps follow the target faction’s hostility order. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a permanent global total that scales swap costs. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=50Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T15:10:46Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation tracks a character’s standing with the Lotus factions. <br />
It is earned through quests and spent using faction tokens. <br />
Reputation determines discounts, services, and eligibility for custom quests. <br />
<br />
== Faction Tokens ==<br />
Each faction has its own tokens, earned by completing that faction’s quests. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or shared. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens per faction''' at a time. <br />
* Tokens from a faction are spent only to gain reputation with that same faction. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
Spending a faction’s tokens increases '''Active Reputation''' with that faction. <br />
* A character may hold a total of '''10 active reputation points''' across all factions combined. <br />
* While under 10 points, spending tokens simply adds reputation to the chosen faction. <br />
<br />
=== At the Cap (10) ===<br />
When a character is already at 10 active reputation and spends tokens for another faction, reputation shifts as a direct swap. <br />
* One point is removed from the target faction’s '''least-favored rival'''. <br />
* At the same time, one point is added to the target faction. <br />
* The hostility order is followed until that rival reaches 0, at which point the next rival is reduced. <br />
* Example: If you are capped at 10 and spend tokens for White Lotus, 1 point is taken from Red Lotus and given to White. This continues until Red is 0, then moves to Grey, then Black, then Purple. <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Every point of reputation earned adds to '''Lifetime Reputation'''. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a '''global total''', not tied to any single faction. <br />
* It never decreases. <br />
* Its only role is to determine the token cost of swaps when you are at the 10-point cap. <br />
* The more Lifetime Reputation you have, the more tokens it costs to move points at cap. <br />
<br />
=== Switch Costs ===<br />
Switching at the 10-point cap requires additional faction tokens, based on a character’s Lifetime Reputation total: <br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
! Lifetime Reputation Total !! Token Cost per Swap<br />
|-<br />
| 0–9 || 1 token<br />
|-<br />
| 10–19 || 2 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 20–29 || 3 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 30–39 || 4 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 40+ || 5 tokens<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Summary ==<br />
* Tokens come from faction quests. <br />
* Each faction has its own token pool (max 20 held). <br />
* Active Reputation is capped at 10 across all factions. <br />
* At the cap, swaps follow the target faction’s hostility order. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a permanent global total that scales swap costs. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=49Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T15:08:42Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation tracks a character’s standing with the Lotus factions. <br />
It is earned through quests and spent using faction tokens. <br />
Reputation determines discounts, services, and eligibility for custom quests. <br />
<br />
== Faction Tokens ==<br />
Each faction has its own tokens, earned by completing that faction’s quests. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or shared. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens per faction''' at a time. <br />
* Tokens from a faction are spent only to gain reputation with that same faction. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
Spending a faction’s tokens increases '''Active Reputation''' with that faction. <br />
* A character may hold a total of '''10 active reputation points''' across all factions combined. <br />
* While under 10 points, spending tokens simply adds reputation to the chosen faction. <br />
<br />
=== At the Cap (10) ===<br />
When a character is already at 10 active reputation and spends tokens for another faction, reputation shifts as a direct swap. <br />
* One point is removed from the target faction’s '''least-favored rival'''. <br />
* At the same time, one point is added to the target faction. <br />
* The hostility order is followed until that rival reaches 0, at which point the next rival is reduced. <br />
* Example: If you are capped at 10 and spend tokens for White Lotus, 1 point is taken from Red Lotus and given to White. This continues until Red is 0, then moves to Grey, then Black, then Purple. <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Every point of reputation earned adds to '''Lifetime Reputation'''. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a '''global total''', not tied to any single faction. <br />
* It never decreases. <br />
* Its only role is to determine the token cost of swaps when you are at the 10-point cap. <br />
* The more Lifetime Reputation you have, the more tokens it costs to move points at cap. <br />
<br />
== Switch Costs ==<br />
Switching at the 10-point cap requires additional faction tokens, based on a character’s Lifetime Reputation total: <br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
! Lifetime Reputation Total !! Token Cost per Swap<br />
|-<br />
| 0–9 || 1 token<br />
|-<br />
| 10–19 || 2 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 20–29 || 3 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 30–39 || 4 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 40+ || 5 tokens<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Summary ==<br />
* Tokens come from faction quests. <br />
* Each faction has its own token pool (max 20 held). <br />
* Active Reputation is capped at 10 across all factions. <br />
* At the cap, swaps follow the target faction’s hostility order. <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is a permanent global total that scales swap costs. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=48Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T14:55:33Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation measures a character’s alignment with the Lotus factions. <br />
It is earned through quests (via faction tokens) and determines access to discounts, services, and custom quests.<br />
<br />
== Faction Tokens ==<br />
Each faction issues its own tokens, earned by completing that faction’s quests. <br />
* Tokens are not tradable or shareable. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens per faction''' at a time. <br />
* Tokens from a faction are spent only to gain reputation with that same faction. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
Spending a faction’s tokens increases '''Active Reputation''' with that faction. <br />
* You may hold a total of '''10 active reputation points''' across all factions combined. <br />
* While below 10, spending tokens simply adds points to the chosen faction. Nothing is lost. <br />
<br />
=== At the Cap (10): adding a point to a different faction ===<br />
When you are already at 10 active reputation and want to gain with another faction: <br />
* '''One point is removed from your lowest-active faction.''' <br />
* If multiple factions are tied for lowest, the point removed is the oldest earned among them. <br />
* You then spend the target faction’s tokens to add the new point. <br />
* Your '''Lifetime Reputation''' increases by +1 (see below). <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Lifetime Reputation is a '''single global total''' of every reputation point your character has ever earned (across all factions). <br />
* It never decreases. <br />
* Its sole function is to determine the token cost of switching when you are already at the 10-point cap. <br />
* The higher your Lifetime total, the more tokens it costs to move a point. <br />
<br />
=== Switch Costs ===<br />
The number of faction tokens required to move a point at the cap is based on your Lifetime Reputation total: <br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
! Lifetime Reputation Total !! Switch Cost (tokens)<br />
|-<br />
| 0–9 || 1 token<br />
|-<br />
| 10–19 || 2 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 20–29 || 3 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 30–39 || 4 tokens<br />
|-<br />
| 40+ || 5 tokens<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Numbers ==<br />
* Earning tokens: complete quests for a faction. <br />
* Spending tokens: increases Active Reputation with that faction (up to 10 total). <br />
* Switching: costs faction tokens based on Lifetime Reputation (see table above). <br />
* Lifetime Reputation is permanent and global — it only ever increases. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=47Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T14:36:50Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation measures a character’s alignment with the Lotus factions. <br />
It is earned through tokens gained from quests and determines access to discounts, services, and custom quests. <br />
<br />
== Faction Tokens ==<br />
Each faction has its own tokens, earned by completing quests for that faction. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or shared. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens''' for any one faction. <br />
* Tokens are spent only to increase reputation with that specific faction. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
Spending a faction’s tokens increases '''Active Reputation''' with that faction. <br />
* A character may hold a total of '''10 active reputation points''' across all factions combined. <br />
* These points can be divided however the player chooses. <br />
* While under the 10-point cap, spending tokens simply adds reputation with the chosen faction. <br />
<br />
=== At the Cap and Switching ===<br />
When a character is already at 10 active reputation and wants to earn more with another faction: <br />
* They must '''lose 1 point of active reputation''' from an existing faction. <br />
* The lost point is chosen by the player (or dictated by roleplay if agreed). <br />
* To move that point, they must pay the switch cost in faction tokens. <br />
* The new point is then assigned to the chosen faction. <br />
* '''Lifetime Reputation''' increases by 1, because another point has been earned. <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Every reputation point ever earned, regardless of faction, also adds to a character’s '''Lifetime Reputation total'''. <br />
* This is a single global number. <br />
* It never decreases. <br />
* Its only purpose is to determine the token cost of switching when at the 10-point cap. <br />
<br />
== Numbers ==<br />
The conversion rate of tokens to reputation, and the switch costs based on Lifetime Reputation totals, are fixed server values. <br />
They do not change for balance like weapons or items might. <br />
(A switch-cost table can be inserted here once finalized.) <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=46Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T14:28:59Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that opens doors.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Reputation tracks a character’s standing with the Lotus factions. <br />
It gates practical benefits: discounts, services, and eligibility for custom quests. <br />
This page defines the structure of that system.<br />
<br />
== Tokens ==<br />
Tokens are '''earned by completing quests'''. They exist only to be spent on reputation. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or shared. <br />
* Tokens are not a currency. <br />
* Tokens may only be spent to gain reputation. <br />
* A character may hold no more than '''20 tokens''' at once.<br />
<br />
== Active Reputation (the 10-point limit) ==<br />
Active Reputation is your '''current''' reputation spread across all factions. <br />
* You may hold at most '''10 active reputation points total''' across all factions combined. <br />
* You can divide those points however you want (all in one faction, or split among many). <br />
* While you are '''under 10''', spending tokens simply adds points — nothing is lost.<br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation (global) ==<br />
Lifetime Reputation is a '''global, permanent total''' of all reputation points your character has ever earned (across every faction). <br />
* It '''never decreases'''. <br />
* It exists to make faction-hopping harder over time. <br />
* The higher your Lifetime total, the higher the token cost to switch when you are already at the cap.<br />
<br />
== Switching (only when you’re at the cap) ==<br />
You do '''not''' lose reputation unless you’re already at the 10-point cap and want to add a point somewhere else. <br />
When at 10 and you want to increase a different faction:<br />
# Choose which existing faction will give up '''1''' active point. <br />
# Pay the '''switch cost in tokens''', which scales with your '''global Lifetime Reputation'''. <br />
# Move that 1 point to the new faction (your total active remains 10). <br />
# Your '''Lifetime Reputation''' increases by '''+1''' because you earned another point.<br />
<br />
''Note: While below 10 active points, you never remove points from anywhere — you just add.'' <br />
<br />
== Numbers ==<br />
* Token→Reputation conversion and the '''Switch Cost''' scaling are fixed server rules (not “balance-tuned” like weapons or potions). <br />
* Publish your switch cost table/rule here so players can plan. <br />
Example format to fill in: <br />
; Switch Cost (tokens) by Lifetime total <br />
: 0–9 = ___ tokens • 10–19 = ___ tokens • 20–29 = ___ tokens • 30–39 = ___ tokens • 40+ = ___ tokens<br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys favor.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]] <br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=45Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T05:29:09Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Steel and sorcery may rule the moment, but it is reputation that endures.'' <br />
<br />
== What Reputation Is ==<br />
Reputation represents the weight of your character’s choices and allegiances. <br />
Every deal, betrayal, or victory leaves a mark. <br />
It is not coin to be traded, nor a trinket to be hoarded — it is the measure of how the world remembers you. <br />
<br />
== Tokens ==<br />
Tokens are earned through **roleplay and story**. <br />
They represent moments of consequence — a mission completed, a faction aided, a plot advanced. <br />
* Tokens cannot be traded or sold. <br />
* They exist only to be spent toward reputation. <br />
* You may hold no more than **20 tokens** at one time. <br />
<br />
== Active Reputation ==<br />
When you spend tokens, you gain reputation with a specific faction. <br />
This is your **active reputation** — your current standing. <br />
* You may hold **up to 10 active reputation points total** across all factions combined. <br />
* Dividing them is your choice: spread thin or swear deeply. <br />
* To grow further with one faction, you must reduce your standing with another. <br />
<br />
== Lifetime Reputation ==<br />
Every time you earn reputation with a faction, it is recorded permanently as **lifetime reputation**. <br />
This number never decreases. <br />
* Lifetime reputation reflects how far you have walked with a faction, even if you later turn away. <br />
* It may shape how factions treat you when you try to return, or how hard it is to be trusted elsewhere. <br />
<br />
== Switching Allegiance ==<br />
Characters may change loyalties, but the path is rarely clean. <br />
* Switching requires roleplay justification and often further token cost. <br />
* Lifetime reputation remains — the past cannot be erased. <br />
* Active reputation must always remain within the 10-point limit. <br />
<br />
== Balance and Numbers ==<br />
The exact conversion rates (how many tokens = how much reputation) and any perks tied to reputation are handled **in-server**. <br />
They may change as balance requires. <br />
This page provides the framework; the fine detail is always determined in play. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''Your coin buys drink. <br />
Your blade buys fear. <br />
But your reputation buys tomorrow.'' <br />
<br />
[[Category:Systems]]<br />
[[Category:Reputation]]</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=44Main Page2025-08-26T05:26:17Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Welcome to the Black Lotus =<br />
<br />
''The Black Lotus grows in shadow. Here you’ll find a land shaped by steel, sorcery, and desire. <br />
This server thrives on story and consent — every clash of blade, every whispered scheme, <br />
every intimate encounter requires the willing hand of those involved.'' <br />
<br />
== Start Here ==<br />
* [[Server Connection|How to Join the Server]] – connection info and troubleshooting.<br />
* [[Server Rules]] – reference copy of our rules (Discord version is the most up-to-date).<br />
* [[Server Lore]] – the factions, the world, and the stories that shape it.<br />
* [[Systems]] – the systems that we have that go into the server to create its economies and roleplay.<br />
<br />
== Community ==<br />
; Discord (join us here!) <br />
[https://discord.gg/YOURINVITELINK Black Lotus Discord]<br />
<br />
== Useful Resources ==<br />
* [[Mod List & Load Order]] – required to connect properly. <br />
* [[FAQ & Troubleshooting]] – common issues and fixes. <br />
* [[Reputation & Factions Overview]] – how reputation works (with links to each faction). <br />
* [[Admin Contact]] – if something breaks or you need help. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''This page is the gateway. Choose your path, and step into the world of the Black Lotus.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=43Main Page2025-08-26T05:26:02Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Welcome to the Black Lotus =<br />
<br />
''The Black Lotus grows in shadow. Here you’ll find a land shaped by steel, sorcery, and desire. <br />
This server thrives on story and consent — every clash of blade, every whispered scheme, <br />
every intimate encounter requires the willing hand of those involved.'' <br />
<br />
== Start Here ==<br />
* [[Server Connection|How to Join the Server]] – connection info and troubleshooting.<br />
* [[Server Rules]] – reference copy of our rules (Discord version is the most up-to-date).<br />
* [[Server Lore]] – the factions, the world, and the stories that shape it.<br />
* [[Category:Systems]] – the systems that we have that go into the server to create its economies and roleplay.<br />
<br />
== Community ==<br />
; Discord (join us here!) <br />
[https://discord.gg/YOURINVITELINK Black Lotus Discord]<br />
<br />
== Useful Resources ==<br />
* [[Mod List & Load Order]] – required to connect properly. <br />
* [[FAQ & Troubleshooting]] – common issues and fixes. <br />
* [[Reputation & Factions Overview]] – how reputation works (with links to each faction). <br />
* [[Admin Contact]] – if something breaks or you need help. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''This page is the gateway. Choose your path, and step into the world of the Black Lotus.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Lotus_Reputation&diff=42Lotus Reputation2025-08-26T05:25:13Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= Reputation System = ''Your name is worth more than coin. Earn it in play, spend it to swear your loyalties, and live with the choices you make.'' == What This Is == This page explains how reputation works on the Black Lotus server. It’s an **overview** of the system — the exact numeric effects, ranks, or stat bonuses (if any) are handled **in-server** and can change for balance. == Core Concepts == ; Tokens Story-earned markers you can spend to gain reputation..."</p>
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<div>= Reputation System =<br />
<br />
''Your name is worth more than coin. Earn it in play, spend it to swear your loyalties, and live with the choices you make.''<br />
<br />
== What This Is ==<br />
This page explains how reputation works on the Black Lotus server. <br />
It’s an **overview** of the system — the exact numeric effects, ranks, or stat bonuses (if any) are handled **in-server** and can change for balance.<br />
<br />
== Core Concepts ==<br />
; Tokens<br />
Story-earned markers you can spend to gain reputation with a faction. They are **not a currency**.<br />
; Active Reputation<br />
Your current, spendable reputation points across all Lotus factions. **Hard cap: 10 total**.<br />
; Lifetime Reputation<br />
A running total of all reputation you have ever earned per faction. It never goes down and affects switching/alignment depth.<br />
<br />
== Tokens (the only thing they do) ==<br />
* Tokens are **earned through RP** and server events. <br />
* Tokens are **not tradable** between players. <br />
* Tokens are **not** used to buy items, perks, or favors directly. <br />
* Tokens are **only** used to convert into faction reputation.<br />
* You can **carry at most 20 tokens** at a time. Anything above the cap is wasted, so spend them.<br />
<br />
== Converting Tokens → Reputation ==<br />
* Converting tokens gives you **reputation with exactly one faction** per spend. <br />
* The **conversion rate** (e.g., “2 tokens = +1 rep”) is set **in-server** and can change for balance. <br />
* Only the **reputation points** you gain count toward your **Active Reputation** cap of 10.<br />
<br />
; Example (illustrative only)<br />
If the current rate is **2 tokens → +1 Black Lotus rep**, spending 2 tokens increases your Black Lotus by **+1**. <br />
If you were at 10 active rep total and spend tokens to gain +1, you would now be at **11** active rep **only if** the admin has raised your cap — otherwise you must first lower/swap (see below). <br />
''Active cap enforcement lives in-server; this page does not track your exact totals.''<br />
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== Active Reputation (the 10-point ceiling) ==<br />
* You may hold **up to 10 active reputation points total** across **all** factions. <br />
* How you split them is your problem: 6/3/1, 5/5/0/0/0, etc. <br />
* To gain more with one faction when you’re at the cap, you must **reduce** your active rep elsewhere or perform an approved **swap** (see Switching).<br />
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== Lifetime Reputation (why your past matters) ==<br />
* Every time you gain reputation with a faction, your **Lifetime Reputation** for that faction increases and **never decreases**. <br />
* Lifetime reputation **does not** count against your 10 active cap. <br />
* Admins may use Lifetime Reputation to:<br />
** Gate deeper faction privileges/plots. <br />
** Increase friction when switching away from a faction you’ve sworn to. <br />
** Track long-term allegiance without punishing experimentation.<br />
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== Switching & Swapping ==<br />
* You can **shift allegiance** between factions, but there is **friction**.<br />
* The exact method (costs, cooldowns, or RP requirements) is handled **in-server**. <br />
* General rules of the road:<br />
** You cannot exceed the **10 active** cap. <br />
** Swapping usually requires **spending tokens** again or **roleplay justifications** approved by staff. <br />
** Your **Lifetime totals remain**, which may make it easier to return — or harder to be trusted elsewhere.<br />
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== Faction Perks & Ranks ==<br />
* Any perks, ranks, abilities, or unlocks tied to reputation are administered **in-server**. <br />
* This wiki will **not** list numeric values, thresholds, or stat bonuses. Expect change as balance evolves.<br />
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== Earning Tokens (RP First) ==<br />
Ways you might earn tokens (examples only; staff discretion applies):<br />
* Running or completing story hooks, contracts, deliveries, intel jobs. <br />
* Hosting events that drive server story. <br />
* Exceptional faction play (with consent and receipts). <br />
* Admin-issued grants for major milestones.<br />
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''Exact criteria are posted in-server and may change. Tokens are not farmed; they are awarded for **play that moves the world**.''<br />
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== Conduct Notes ==<br />
* No token trading. No “banking” outside the 20 cap. <br />
* Reputation is about **story allegiance**, not min-maxing a scoreboard. <br />
* Staff reserves the right to reverse bad-faith spends or exploits.<br />
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== Quick Reference ==<br />
* **Carry cap:** 20 tokens <br />
* **Use of tokens:** Convert into faction reputation only <br />
* **Active reputation cap:** 10 (sum across all factions) <br />
* **Lifetime reputation:** Tracks all-time earned per faction; never decreases <br />
* **Numbers, rates, bonuses:** **In-server only** (subject to change)<br />
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<div>= Welcome to the Black Lotus =<br />
<br />
''The Black Lotus grows in shadow. Here you’ll find a land shaped by steel, sorcery, and desire. <br />
This server thrives on story and consent — every clash of blade, every whispered scheme, <br />
every intimate encounter requires the willing hand of those involved.'' <br />
<br />
== Start Here ==<br />
* [[Server Connection|How to Join the Server]] – connection info and troubleshooting.<br />
* [[Server Rules]] – reference copy of our rules (Discord version is the most up-to-date).<br />
* [[Server Lore]] – the factions, the world, and the stories that shape it.<br />
* [[Systems]] – the systems that we have that go into the server to create its economies and roleplay.<br />
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== Community ==<br />
; Discord (join us here!) <br />
[https://discord.gg/YOURINVITELINK Black Lotus Discord]<br />
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== Useful Resources ==<br />
* [[Mod List & Load Order]] – required to connect properly. <br />
* [[FAQ & Troubleshooting]] – common issues and fixes. <br />
* [[Reputation & Factions Overview]] – how reputation works (with links to each faction). <br />
* [[Admin Contact]] – if something breaks or you need help. <br />
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''This page is the gateway. Choose your path, and step into the world of the Black Lotus.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=File:Red_Lotus.png&diff=39File:Red Lotus.png2025-08-26T05:16:52Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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| name = Red Lotus<br />
| symbol = Red Lotus.png<br />
| alignment = Vice / Indulgence<br />
| leader = [[Lizra]]<br />
| territory = Cartel routes and dens of indulgence<br />
| methods = Drug trade; addiction; charm; harem influence<br />
| relations = Enemies with [[White Lotus]]; rivals of [[Black Lotus]]; suppliers to [[Grey Lotus]]; occasional partners with [[Purple Lotus]]<br />
| notes = Lizra does not handle daily business herself — she appears only for negotiations. She maintains a harem that doubles as personal indulgence and political leverage.<br />
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= Red Lotus =<br />
<br />
''The Red Lotus thrives on indulgence, power, and vice.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Red Lotus is a cartel ruled by [[Lizra]], a vampire whose influence stretches through drugs, charm, and desire. <br />
She does not handle the trade herself — her presence is reserved for negotiations and moments when her authority must be made unmistakable. <br />
<br />
== Structure ==<br />
The Red Lotus functions as a cartel. Dealers, couriers, and enforcers carry out the business. <br />
Lizra’s harem serves as both her personal indulgence and a political weapon, binding others through loyalty, pleasure, and fear of losing her favor. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Red Lotus is known for: <br />
* Controlling the drug trade. <br />
* Using addiction to bind loyalty. <br />
* Relying on Lizra’s charisma in negotiations. <br />
* Maintaining a harem as both pleasure and leverage. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Lizra]] – vampire leader of the Red Lotus, present only for negotiations or when her personal influence is required. <br />
* (Slots for cartel lieutenants or harem members, once defined.) <br />
<br />
== Relations ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – rivals in method, sometimes allies in schemes. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – ideological opposites, condemning them as corrupters. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – frequent buyers of their wares. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – occasional partners when drugs and sorcery align. <br />
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''The Red Lotus does not simply profit. <br />
It ensnares.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Black_Lotus&diff=33Black Lotus2025-08-26T04:38:00Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>{{FactionBox<br />
| name = Black Lotus<br />
| symbol = Black lotus.png<br />
| alignment = Secrecy / Contract<br />
| leader = Unknown<br />
| territory = Hidden cells, safehouses, and dead drops across the Exiled Lands<br />
| methods = Assassination; sabotage; espionage; poisons; disguises; silence<br />
| relations = Opposes [[White Lotus]]; uneasy with [[Red Lotus]]; scorns [[Grey Lotus]]; wary of [[Purple Lotus]]<br />
| notes = All communication from this faction is done through subterfuge. It is common to forge or blame this faction for assassinations but it is conjecture as no one really knows who is involved in it.<br />
}}<br />
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= Black Lotus =<br />
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''In the Exiled Lands, power is rarely won in the open. <br />
The Black Lotus thrives in the places unseen — shadows, whispers, and blades in the dark.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Black Lotus are a network of assassins, mercenaries, and spies. Their strength lies in secrecy, precision, and the ability to move unnoticed where others cannot. <br />
They are feared not for open war, but for the quiet certainty that if they mark you, your days are numbered. <br />
<br />
== Hierarchy ==<br />
* **Master of Shadows** – rumored leader of the Black Lotus. Their identity is unknown, even to many within. <br />
* **Blademasters and Mistresses** – elite assassins who lead smaller cells. <br />
* **Lotus Operatives** – the rank and file; killers, scouts, and spies. <br />
* **Informants and Tools** – outsiders and coerced allies pressed into service. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Black Lotus prefer:<br />
* Assassination, sabotage, and espionage over open conflict. <br />
* Contracts purchased with coin, favor, or secret. <br />
* Disguises, poisons, and silence. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Paisley (Mad Merchant)|Paisley, the Mad Merchant]] – a merchant cursed into servitude, forever tied to the Black Lotus against his will. Known for erratic speech and misplaced blame, he is often found in the quieter corners of the hub. <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* **White Lotus** – a rival in ideology, though occasionally a useful foil. <br />
* **Red Lotus** – both compete and cooperate when profit aligns. <br />
* **Grey Lotus** – scorned for their lack of subtlety. <br />
* **Purple Lotus** – respected, though their arcane pursuits are as dangerous to allies as enemies. <br />
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''The Black Lotus thrives not in sunlight, but in the silence that follows a heartbeat.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=File:Black_lotus.png&diff=32File:Black lotus.png2025-08-26T04:34:49Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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| name = Black Lotus<br />
| symbol = <br />
| alignment = Secrecy / Contract<br />
| leader = Unknown<br />
| territory = Hidden cells, safehouses, and dead drops across the Exiled Lands<br />
| methods = Assassination; sabotage; espionage; poisons; disguises; silence<br />
| relations = Opposes [[White Lotus]]; uneasy with [[Red Lotus]]; scorns [[Grey Lotus]]; wary of [[Purple Lotus]]<br />
| notes = All communication from this faction is done through subterfuge. It is common to forge or blame this faction for assassinations but it is conjecture as no one really knows who is involved in it.<br />
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= Black Lotus =<br />
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''In the Exiled Lands, power is rarely won in the open. <br />
The Black Lotus thrives in the places unseen — shadows, whispers, and blades in the dark.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Black Lotus are a network of assassins, mercenaries, and spies. Their strength lies in secrecy, precision, and the ability to move unnoticed where others cannot. <br />
They are feared not for open war, but for the quiet certainty that if they mark you, your days are numbered. <br />
<br />
== Hierarchy ==<br />
* **Master of Shadows** – rumored leader of the Black Lotus. Their identity is unknown, even to many within. <br />
* **Blademasters and Mistresses** – elite assassins who lead smaller cells. <br />
* **Lotus Operatives** – the rank and file; killers, scouts, and spies. <br />
* **Informants and Tools** – outsiders and coerced allies pressed into service. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Black Lotus prefer:<br />
* Assassination, sabotage, and espionage over open conflict. <br />
* Contracts purchased with coin, favor, or secret. <br />
* Disguises, poisons, and silence. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Paisley (Mad Merchant)|Paisley, the Mad Merchant]] – a merchant cursed into servitude, forever tied to the Black Lotus against his will. Known for erratic speech and misplaced blame, he is often found in the quieter corners of the hub. <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* **White Lotus** – a rival in ideology, though occasionally a useful foil. <br />
* **Red Lotus** – both compete and cooperate when profit aligns. <br />
* **Grey Lotus** – scorned for their lack of subtlety. <br />
* **Purple Lotus** – respected, though their arcane pursuits are as dangerous to allies as enemies. <br />
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| name = Black Lotus<br />
| symbol = <br />
| alignment = Secrecy / Contract<br />
| leader = Unknown <!-- or leave blank if you prefer --><br />
| territory = Hidden cells, safehouses, and dead drops across the Exiled Lands<br />
| methods = Assassination; sabotage; espionage; poisons; disguises; silence<br />
| relations = Opposes [[White Lotus]]; uneasy with [[Red Lotus]]; scorns [[Grey Lotus]]; wary of [[Purple Lotus]]<br />
| notes = Tied to [[Paisley, the Mad Merchant]] (coerced broker operating from [[The Sunken Drunk]])<br />
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= Black Lotus =<br />
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''In the Exiled Lands, power is rarely won in the open. <br />
The Black Lotus thrives in the places unseen — shadows, whispers, and blades in the dark.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Black Lotus are a network of assassins, mercenaries, and spies. Their strength lies in secrecy, precision, and the ability to move unnoticed where others cannot. <br />
They are feared not for open war, but for the quiet certainty that if they mark you, your days are numbered. <br />
<br />
== Hierarchy ==<br />
* **Master of Shadows** – rumored leader of the Black Lotus. Their identity is unknown, even to many within. <br />
* **Blademasters and Mistresses** – elite assassins who lead smaller cells. <br />
* **Lotus Operatives** – the rank and file; killers, scouts, and spies. <br />
* **Informants and Tools** – outsiders and coerced allies pressed into service. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Black Lotus prefer:<br />
* Assassination, sabotage, and espionage over open conflict. <br />
* Contracts purchased with coin, favor, or secret. <br />
* Disguises, poisons, and silence. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Paisley (Mad Merchant)|Paisley, the Mad Merchant]] – a merchant cursed into servitude, forever tied to the Black Lotus against his will. Known for erratic speech and misplaced blame, he is often found in the quieter corners of the hub. <br />
<br />
== Relations ==<br />
* **White Lotus** – a rival in ideology, though occasionally a useful foil. <br />
* **Red Lotus** – both compete and cooperate when profit aligns. <br />
* **Grey Lotus** – scorned for their lack of subtlety. <br />
* **Purple Lotus** – respected, though their arcane pursuits are as dangerous to allies as enemies. <br />
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''The Purple Lotus is consumed by the pursuit of power through sorcery, no matter the cost.'' <br />
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== Overview ==<br />
The Purple Lotus are sorcerers, alchemists, and occultists who devote themselves to unlocking forbidden knowledge. <br />
They see magic as the truest path to dominion, caring little for the toll it takes on body, soul, or world. <br />
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== Structure ==<br />
The Purple Lotus is less an order and more a gathering of arcane practitioners. <br />
Some follow teachers or covens, others act alone, but all share a willingness to push past limits that others fear to cross. <br />
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== Methods ==<br />
The Purple Lotus is known for: <br />
* Practicing sorcery, rituals, and forbidden rites. <br />
* Bargaining with demons, spirits, or darker powers. <br />
* Using alchemy and potions as tools for greater workings. <br />
* Sacrificing morality, health, and sanity in the name of knowledge. <br />
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== Notable Figures ==<br />
* (Stub for key sorcerers, cult leaders, or mad scholars once defined.) <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – wary allies at times, though secrecy breeds distrust. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – occasional partners when drugs and sorcery intertwine. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – condemned as corrupted beyond redemption. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – distrusted, though coin can still buy their services. <br />
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''The Purple Lotus does not fear the abyss. <br />
It studies, embraces, and becomes it.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Grey_Lotus&diff=25Grey Lotus2025-08-26T04:03:38Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= Grey Lotus = ''The Grey Lotus sells steel to the highest bidder, and makes no secret of it.'' == Overview == The Grey Lotus are mercenaries and thugs who thrive on coin and conflict. They are not subtle, nor do they try to be — their reputation is built on strength, intimidation, and a willingness to fight for whoever pays the most. == Structure == The Grey Lotus is loose in organization. Leaders rise from those who can command respect through violence, ch..."</p>
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<div>= Grey Lotus =<br />
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''The Grey Lotus sells steel to the highest bidder, and makes no secret of it.'' <br />
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== Overview ==<br />
The Grey Lotus are mercenaries and thugs who thrive on coin and conflict. <br />
They are not subtle, nor do they try to be — their reputation is built on strength, intimidation, and a willingness to fight for whoever pays the most. <br />
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== Structure ==<br />
The Grey Lotus is loose in organization. <br />
Leaders rise from those who can command respect through violence, charisma, or sheer stubbornness. <br />
Bands of sellswords gather under banners for as long as the pay lasts, then scatter when it runs dry. <br />
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== Methods ==<br />
The Grey Lotus is known for: <br />
* Selling blades to the highest bidder. <br />
* Loud and brash shows of strength. <br />
* Intimidation as a currency. <br />
* Drinking, brawling, and reveling in chaos when not on contract. <br />
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== Notable Figures ==<br />
* (Stub for any captains, champions, or rowdy NPCs you decide to add.) <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – scoff at their secrecy, prefer open violence. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – frequent customers of their vices. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – clash with their ideals, but sometimes accept their healing. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – tolerate them when magic pays, though many distrust sorcery. <br />
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----<br />
''The Grey Lotus needs no throne, <br />
only a blade, a mug, and a sack of coin.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=White_Lotus&diff=24White Lotus2025-08-26T03:57:13Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= White Lotus = ''The White Lotus seeks purity, balance, and healing in a land ruled by blood and shadow.'' == Overview == The White Lotus are monks and healers devoted to the divine light. They strive to protect life, restore balance, and guide others toward paths of peace — though such ideals often place them at odds with the world around them. == Structure == The White Lotus functions as an order of faith. Monks, healers, and followers work together in serv..."</p>
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''The White Lotus seeks purity, balance, and healing in a land ruled by blood and shadow.'' <br />
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== Overview ==<br />
The White Lotus are monks and healers devoted to the divine light. <br />
They strive to protect life, restore balance, and guide others toward paths of peace — though such ideals often place them at odds with the world around them. <br />
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== Structure ==<br />
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Leadership is spiritual rather than political, with authority resting in those considered closest to the divine. <br />
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== Methods ==<br />
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* Healing the wounded, regardless of allegiance. <br />
* Offering sanctuary and guidance. <br />
* Preaching peace, though not always finding it. <br />
* Defending themselves with discipline and faith when forced. <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – despise their secrecy and killings. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – sworn enemies; vampires and drugs are anathema to them. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – tolerate them, though often clash with their lack of discipline. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – deeply wary of their corruption by sorcery. <br />
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----<br />
''The White Lotus shines where darkness reigns, <br />
though even light casts shadows.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=MediaWiki:Vector-2022.css&diff=23MediaWiki:Vector-2022.css2025-08-26T03:54:49Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Red Lotus =<br />
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''The Red Lotus thrives on indulgence, power, and vice.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Red Lotus is a cartel ruled by [[Lizra]], a vampire whose influence stretches through drugs, charm, and desire. <br />
She does not handle the trade herself — her presence is reserved for negotiations and moments when her authority must be made unmistakable. <br />
<br />
== Structure ==<br />
The Red Lotus functions as a cartel. Dealers, couriers, and enforcers carry out the business. <br />
Lizra’s harem serves as both her personal indulgence and a political weapon, binding others through loyalty, pleasure, and fear of losing her favor. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Red Lotus is known for: <br />
* Controlling the drug trade. <br />
* Using addiction to bind loyalty. <br />
* Relying on Lizra’s charisma in negotiations. <br />
* Maintaining a harem as both pleasure and leverage. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Lizra]] – vampire leader of the Red Lotus, present only for negotiations or when her personal influence is required. <br />
* (Slots for cartel lieutenants or harem members, once defined.) <br />
<br />
== Relations ==<br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – rivals in method, sometimes allies in schemes. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – ideological opposites, condemning them as corrupters. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – frequent buyers of their wares. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – occasional partners when drugs and sorcery align. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''The Red Lotus does not simply profit. <br />
It ensnares.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Paisley_(Mad_Merchant)&diff=7Paisley (Mad Merchant)2025-08-26T02:42:59Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= Paisley, the Mad Merchant = ''“You don’t understand… they own me. Or maybe it’s him? Or her? No, no, no… it’s them, all of them. Isn’t it?”'' == Overview == Paisley, known as the Mad Merchant, is bound to the service of the Black Lotus by a curse or oath he no longer remembers. Death will not release him; attempts have been made, all failed. Instead, he wanders on, trading and scheming, blaming strangers and allies alike for his plight. == Role..."</p>
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<div>= Paisley, the Mad Merchant =<br />
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''“You don’t understand… they own me. Or maybe it’s him? Or her? No, no, no… it’s them, all of them. Isn’t it?”'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
Paisley, known as the Mad Merchant, is bound to the service of the Black Lotus by a curse or oath he no longer remembers. <br />
Death will not release him; attempts have been made, all failed. Instead, he wanders on, trading and scheming, blaming strangers and allies alike for his plight. <br />
<br />
== Role in the World ==<br />
* Acts as the **primary intractable NPC** for the server. <br />
* Found in a little-used corner of the [[The Sunken Drunk|Sunken Drunk]], waiting to be stumbled upon. <br />
* Provides goods, services, or information — though never without a price. <br />
<br />
== Personality ==<br />
Paisley’s speech is fragmented and contradictory. <br />
* Blames random individuals (including unrelated NPCs) for his curse. <br />
* Speaks in riddles, half-truths, and sudden outbursts. <br />
* Alternates between desperate pleading and sharp cunning. <br />
<br />
== Notes ==<br />
His true master remains unknown. Whether even he could uncover the truth is uncertain. <br />
<br />
----<br />
''To buy from Paisley is to gamble — the wares are real, but so is the madness.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Black_Lotus&diff=6Black Lotus2025-08-26T02:42:45Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= Black Lotus = ''In the Exiled Lands, power is rarely won in the open. The Black Lotus thrives in the places unseen — shadows, whispers, and blades in the dark.'' == Overview == The Black Lotus are a network of assassins, mercenaries, and spies. Their strength lies in secrecy, precision, and the ability to move unnoticed where others cannot. They are feared not for open war, but for the quiet certainty that if they mark you, your days are numbered. == Hiera..."</p>
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<div>= Black Lotus =<br />
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''In the Exiled Lands, power is rarely won in the open. <br />
The Black Lotus thrives in the places unseen — shadows, whispers, and blades in the dark.'' <br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The Black Lotus are a network of assassins, mercenaries, and spies. Their strength lies in secrecy, precision, and the ability to move unnoticed where others cannot. <br />
They are feared not for open war, but for the quiet certainty that if they mark you, your days are numbered. <br />
<br />
== Hierarchy ==<br />
* **Master of Shadows** – rumored leader of the Black Lotus. Their identity is unknown, even to many within. <br />
* **Blademasters and Mistresses** – elite assassins who lead smaller cells. <br />
* **Lotus Operatives** – the rank and file; killers, scouts, and spies. <br />
* **Informants and Tools** – outsiders and coerced allies pressed into service. <br />
<br />
== Methods ==<br />
The Black Lotus prefer:<br />
* Assassination, sabotage, and espionage over open conflict. <br />
* Contracts purchased with coin, favor, or secret. <br />
* Disguises, poisons, and silence. <br />
<br />
== Notable Figures ==<br />
* [[Paisley (Mad Merchant)|Paisley, the Mad Merchant]] – a merchant cursed into servitude, forever tied to the Black Lotus against his will. Known for erratic speech and misplaced blame, he is often found in the quieter corners of the hub. <br />
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== Relations ==<br />
* **White Lotus** – a rival in ideology, though occasionally a useful foil. <br />
* **Red Lotus** – both compete and cooperate when profit aligns. <br />
* **Grey Lotus** – scorned for their lack of subtlety. <br />
* **Purple Lotus** – respected, though their arcane pursuits are as dangerous to allies as enemies. <br />
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----<br />
''The Black Lotus thrives not in sunlight, but in the silence that follows a heartbeat.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Server_Lore&diff=5Server Lore2025-08-26T02:40:20Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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''The world of the Black Lotus is one of shadow, blood, and desire. <br />
Here lies the foundation of the server — the factions, the places, <br />
and the forces that shape the stories told within it.'' <br />
<br />
== The Lotus Orders ==<br />
The Lotus is not a single flower, but many. Each color represents a different path, a different way of surviving the Exiled Lands. <br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – mercenaries, assassins, and spies who thrive in shadows. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – monks and healers who follow the divine light. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – vampires and their cartel, slinging drugs and weaving webs of influence. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – loud mercenaries and sellswords, strength-for-hire. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – sorcerers who delve too deep into the arcane. <br />
<br />
== The Hub ==<br />
At the heart of the land stands [[The Sunken Drunk|the Sunken Drunk]], a tavern and market that serves as the server’s central hub. <br />
Characters from every walk of life pass through its doors — to trade, to conspire, to drink, or to simply find a moment’s rest. <br />
Neutral ground is claimed here, though in practice it is kept only as long as the strong enforce it. <br />
<br />
== Characters of the Realm ==<br />
While players may create nearly any kind of character, certain types are established within the core server lore: <br />
* [[Humans]] <br />
* [[Valkyrie]] <br />
* [[Vampires]] <br />
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(Additional types may be added here as the world expands.) <br />
<br />
== Magic and Alchemy ==<br />
Power flows in many forms — the blade, the bargain, and the brew. <br />
Here you’ll find the foundations of how the unnatural is woven into the world. <br />
* [[Magic]] <br />
* [[Potions]] – roleplay-focused brews; effects are described, but precise numbers are set in-server and may shift with balance. <br />
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''This page is a living archive of lore and foundations. <br />
For up-to-date stats, numbers, and mechanical changes, always refer to the server itself.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Server_Lore&diff=4Server Lore2025-08-26T02:33:15Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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''The world of the Black Lotus is one of shadow, blood, and desire. <br />
Here lies the foundation of the server — the factions, the places, <br />
and the forces that shape the stories told within it.'' <br />
<br />
== The Lotus Orders ==<br />
The Lotus is not a single flower, but many. Each color represents a different path, a different way of surviving the Exiled Lands. <br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – mercenaries, assassins, and spies who thrive in shadows. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – monks and healers who follow the divine light. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – vampires and their cartel, slinging drugs and weaving webs of influence. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – loud mercenaries and sellswords, strength-for-hire. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – sorcerers who delve too deep into the arcane. <br />
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== The Hub ==<br />
At the heart of the land stands [[The Sunken Drunk|the Sunken Drunk]], a tavern and market that serves as the server’s central hub. <br />
Characters from every walk of life pass through its doors — to trade, to conspire, to drink, or to simply find a moment’s rest. <br />
Neutral ground is claimed here, though in practice it is kept only as long as the strong enforce it. <br />
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== The People ==<br />
While nearly any race or species may be written into story, a core set is considered “supported” within server lore. <br />
These receive dedicated history and recognition. <br />
* [[Supported Species]] <br />
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== Magic and Alchemy ==<br />
Power flows in many forms — the blade, the bargain, and the brew. <br />
Here you’ll find the foundations of how the unnatural is woven into the world. <br />
* [[Magic]] – the forms of sorcery, its cost, and its corruption. <br />
* [[Potions]] – roleplay-focused brews; effects are described, but precise numbers are set in-server and may shift with balance. <br />
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''This page is a living archive of lore and foundations. <br />
For up-to-date stats, numbers, and mechanical changes, always refer to the server itself.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Server_Lore&diff=3Server Lore2025-08-26T02:31:15Z<p>Morrigan: Created page with "= Server Lore = ''The world of the Black Lotus is one of shadow, blood, and desire. Here lies the foundation of the server — the factions, the places, and the forces that shape the stories told within it.'' == The Lotus Orders == The Lotus is not a single flower, but many. Each color represents a different path, a different way of surviving the Exiled Lands. * Black Lotus – mercenaries, assassins, and spies who thrive in shadows. * White Lotus –..."</p>
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<div>= Server Lore =<br />
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''The world of the Black Lotus is one of shadow, blood, and desire. <br />
Here lies the foundation of the server — the factions, the places, <br />
and the forces that shape the stories told within it.'' <br />
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== The Lotus Orders ==<br />
The Lotus is not a single flower, but many. Each color represents a different path, a different way of surviving the Exiled Lands. <br />
* [[Black Lotus]] – mercenaries, assassins, and spies who thrive in shadows. <br />
* [[White Lotus]] – monks and healers who follow the divine light. <br />
* [[Red Lotus]] – vampires and their cartel, slinging drugs and weaving webs of influence. <br />
* [[Grey Lotus]] – loud mercenaries and sellswords, strength-for-hire. <br />
* [[Purple Lotus]] – sorcerers who delve too deep into the arcane. <br />
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== The Hub ==<br />
The beating heart of the server is [[The Sunken Drunk|The Sunken Drunk]], a gathering place for all Lotus alike. <br />
Tavern, market, and neutral ground — though neutrality is never guaranteed for long. <br />
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== The People ==<br />
While most races and species are welcome in story, some are considered "supported" within the server’s design. <br />
These receive dedicated lore and in-world justification. <br />
* [[Supported Species]] <br />
<br />
== Magic and Alchemy ==<br />
Power flows in many forms — the blade, the bargain, and the brew. <br />
Here you’ll find the foundations of how the unnatural is woven into the world. <br />
* [[Magic]] – the forms of sorcery, its cost, and its corruption. <br />
* [[Potions]] – concoctions brewed for roleplay; effects are explained, but exact numbers are determined in-server. <br />
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''This page is a living archive of lore and foundations. <br />
For up-to-date stats, numbers, and mechanical changes, always refer to the server itself.''</div>Morriganhttps://codex.blacklotusexiles.com/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=2Main Page2025-08-26T02:22:38Z<p>Morrigan: </p>
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<div>= Welcome to the Black Lotus =<br />
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''The Black Lotus grows in shadow. Here you’ll find a land shaped by steel, sorcery, and desire. <br />
This server thrives on story and consent — every clash of blade, every whispered scheme, <br />
every intimate encounter requires the willing hand of those involved.'' <br />
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== Start Here ==<br />
* [[Server Connection|How to Join the Server]] – connection info and troubleshooting.<br />
* [[Server Rules]] – reference copy of our rules (Discord version is the most up-to-date).<br />
* [[Server Lore]] – the factions, the world, and the stories that shape it.<br />
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== Community ==<br />
; Discord (join us here!) <br />
[https://discord.gg/YOURINVITELINK Black Lotus Discord]<br />
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== Useful Resources ==<br />
* [[Mod List & Load Order]] – required to connect properly. <br />
* [[FAQ & Troubleshooting]] – common issues and fixes. <br />
* [[Reputation & Factions Overview]] – how reputation works (with links to each faction). <br />
* [[Admin Contact]] – if something breaks or you need help. <br />
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''This page is the gateway. Choose your path, and step into the world of the Black Lotus.''</div>Morrigan