Reply To: [unofficial weekender] What do you mean Saturday?!

[danlee 22443xp 0]

For me the DnD alignment system was really only for the extremes like demons and angels. Mortals were only ever really true neutral.

 

“Good” was about putting others first or at least considering them.

“Evil” was about being self-centred.

“Lawful” was about having a set of rules or principles (not necessarily those imposed by the local government) that you followed, even when not in your own best interest. It could be always donating 10% of income to charity, even when you could do with the money. Or it could be always ritually scarring your victims even if it increases the risks of getting caught.

“Chaotic” was about being more whimsical or being willing to change your attitude as needed. It could be about being rebellious because you reject authority. Or it could be a preference for not planning anything beyond your immediate concerns.