Renown

Glory

Defeating mighty enemies and succeeding at noble quests are both ways to gain Glory. Fighting on through overwhelming odds and triumphing will ensure the Garou his fair share of Glory. But just the fighting’s enough. The cause must be clear, and, in the end, you must never surrender, regardless of the cost. Many young Garou have found their Glory stripped for entering into fights they could not hope to win. The best way to win great Glory is by attempting the impossible, and living to tell the tale. Even so, a grand death gives the deceased a large share of the Glory they strove for in life.

Glory Creed

I shall be valorous.
I shall be dependable.
I shall be generous.
I shall protect the weak.
I shall slay the Wyrm.

Honor

Honor is the moral imperative to uphold the laws of the garou. It refers to a fundamental belief in the wisdom of society’s laws, up to and including the ultimate standard of Garou behavior: the Litany. To gain Honor Renown in Garou society shows an individual to be of honesty, integrity and respect. Honor can sometimes be a rare trait, but werewolves strive to maintain their honor with ferocity for fear of losing it.

Werewolves on the path of Honor hold themselves to the highest possible standards. They don’t do so to feel superior to others, for the Garou who looks down his nose at his compatriots finds his Honor renown slow to rise, while those who tolerate the braggart soon surpass him.

Honor requires a large share of self-control, not only to uphold strict principles when easier alternatives abound, but also to keep from falling into a frenzy. When berserk, a Garou is capable of all sorts of evil, and more than a few young Garou have awakened to find themselves covered in blood and bereft of Honor.

Code of Honor

I shall be respectful.
I shall be loyal.
I shall be just.
I shall live by my word.
I shall accept all fair challenges.

Wisdom

Garou with a reputation for Wisdom are the ones most likely to be listened to and deferred to at moots. High Wisdom Renown marks a character who thinks through her words and actions before sharing them, and is adept at sensing when others have not done the same.

Werewolves rich in both wisdom and glory are a rare breed. The two are often at odds, with the glory-seekers charging into battle at any opportunity and those who quest for Wisdom picking their battles carefully. Both have their advantages, but those who lose on the quest for Wisdom are most likely to be able to try again. A werewolf who is both wise and valorous knows when to fight and how, and he is, therefore, the most valuable of allies.

Creed of Wisdom

I shall be calm.
I shall be prudent.
I shall be merciful.
I shall think before I act and listen before I think.

Renown Chart

All Garou ranked Cliath or higher start with these specific renowns at character generation.

The Renown required for each rank has been changed.
(And may be changed in the future in order to better balance the game)

Cliath (Rank One)

Ragabash any 3
Theurge 2 Wisdom, 1 Honor
Philodox 2 Honor, 1 Wisdom
Galliard 2 Glory, 1 Wisdom
Ahroun 2 Glory, 1 Honor

Fostern (Rank Two)

Ragabash any 7
Theurge 4 Wisdom, 2 Honor, 1 Glory
Philodox 4 Honor, 2 Wisdom, 1 Glory
Galliard 4 Glory, 2 Wisdom, 1 Honor
Ahroun 4 Glory, 2 Honor, 1 Wisdom

Adren (Rank Three)

Ragabash any 12
Theurge 7 Wisdom, 4 Honor, 1 Glory
Philodox 7 Honor, 3 Wisdom, 2 Glory
Galliard 6 Glory, 4 Wisdom, 2 Honor
Ahroun 7 Glory, 4 Honor, 1 Wisdom

Athro (Rank Four)

Ragabash any 17
Theurge 9 Wisdom, 5 Honor, 2 Glory
Philodox 9 Honor, 4 Wisdom, 3 Glory
Galliard 8 Glory, 4 Wisdom, 3 Honor
Ahroun 9 Glory, 6 Honor, 1 Wisdom

Elder (Rank Five)

Ragabash any 24
Theurge 10 Wisdom, 8 Honor, 5 Glory
Philodox 10 Honor, 7 Wisdom, 6 Glory
Galliard 10 Glory, 7 Wisdom, 6 Honor
Ahroun 10 Glory, 8 Honor, 5 Wisdom

Legend (Rank Six)

Ragabash any 31
Theurge 13 Wisdom, 10 Honor, 7 Glory
Philodox 13 Honor, 9 Wisdom, 8 Glory
Galliard 12 Glory, 9 Wisdom, 9 Honor
Ahroun 13 Glory, 10 Honor, 7 Wisdom

See also: Auspice, Garou Society, Garou Information

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