Civil Society/High Society/Joining

 Players may enter High Society either at character creation or through play, though it is certainly far easier to enter it during character creation. Gaining that first dot of status in play marks a transition in status and lifestyle that really ought to be the culmination of a story in its own right. And certainly players are encouraged to craft a character arc to that end, explaining how they came to hold influence over the city's elite.

 Players should give thought as to where their prestige comes from. Are they old money, keeping to the old traditions? Are they new money, trying to shake up the social elite? Where does that money come from? What city institutions do they favor with their patronage? What is their relationship with the local police, or the media? What are their ambitions, and what are their fears? How does your character fit into all of that?

 There are no stat requirements to enter High Society, although the following stats are encouraged.

• Presence, Manipulation, Composure
• Socialize, Subterfuge, Politics, Persuasion, Academics
• Resources, Allies, Contacts, Fame, Staff, Safe Place (Reflecting the family estate)