Factions

Introduction

In the Forgotten Realms, there are 5 factions:

• Harpers
• Order of the Gauntlet
• Emerald Enclave
• Lords’ Alliance
• Zhentarim

These factions are outlined here: Appendix C: The Five Factions

According to ALPG 15.3, all characters can join one of the above 5 factions.

Factions used to play a larger role in older adventures (for example, the DDEX03 and DDAL05 series). But in recent years, the AL admins have removed any mechanical benefits from being in a faction.

What Can I Do As a Faction Member?

As a faction member, the following is valid:

• You can play adventures as a faction member.
• Adventures can provide faction members renown, missions (secret and otherwise), and in-adventure mechanical benefits.
• Gaining renown and ranks for completing adventures.

There are no out-of-adventure mechanical benefits to being part of a faction and gaining renown. For example, there’s no extra training or magic items you can gain.

It’s mostly for fun and role playing purposes.

Old Documents

Faction Guide

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