Iz it true NOOOOOOOOOOOoooo

[Sythe]

ok everytime i make up a character they r always true netural.. if u pick like chatoic evil character they would always make evil actions correct? Lawful good is u always make goody good actions right so if u r LG u can never make evul actions?

[andrewas]

Technicaly, CE character can do whatever they like, cos their chaotic. The fact that there only interested in themselves dosent mean that they cant on occasion be the good guy and save the day. Of course the motivation is more likely to be money/power or a good fight rather than the chance to be a hero.

LG characters are far less flexible, but they can still commit evil acts for a greater good.

Of course the game dosent enforce any of this, the only thing alignment effects is some items are evil-only and so on.

[Wilbur]

Everything in moderation... if it is what you want to do than you can stray from your alignment a little, there is nothing written in stone. But it really wouldn't make any sense to do tons of evil stuff if you are lawful good. Especially if you are a Paladin or a Ranger.

[Xero279]

i usually play true neutral or chaotic neutral, those seem to be more fun to me.

[Maxamus]

Neutral evil characters I feel are the best.

Neutral can't do some good and no bad, thats not beign neutral.

Good characters can't do evil just for themselves

Evil characacters don't like good, so often just blow away anythign good

But Neutral evil can do good and evil because there just looking out for themselves, and many good quests bring good rewards (60% of the good quests give more and better rewards then 100% of the evil ones)

[hermit09]

I believe Neutral Evil characters would never "do good" if there wasn´t clearly something in it for them. Even if they have to (grudgingly) help anybody other than themselves, they wouldn´t do it without at least the promise of compensation. Big compensation. If you want to play NE and stay true to your alignment, never, ever do *anything* for anybody else without expecting something in return. Also, don´t hesitate to betray your employers if it´s to your own advantage.

[Radek]

I don't think the alignment matters too much. Your party will do what you command it to do. Even a LG character can choose (i.e., YOU can choose) an evil path of completing a quest. Even a CE character can choose a good path of completing a quest. My characters are NG.
Keep in mind following things: Good characters get angry when your reputation is too low and they leave your party if your reputation gets even worse. The evil characters behave in the opposite direction. The neutral characters are the most tolerant ones. See your manual for details. Also, some characters do not like other characters so that their simultaneous presence in your party does not do well. Another thing to consider is some cleric spells. They hit all evil characters (including those in your party?) or all good characters. Ability to cast these spells depends on the alignment of your cleric. I haven't tried these spells. Perhaps, somebody else knows more. Next thing that has to be considered arises if your protagonist is a cleric - your class specific quest depends on your alignment.
Select your alignment according to your plans how to play the game and according to the characters you want to have in your party.

[eLLithid]

why be evil man... wanna burn in hell or something???
LoL... juss play a true neutral character and it'll all be good... [img]smile.gif[/img]

[Memnoch]

OK, some help in roleplaying alignments.

Lawful Good - the Compassionate
Society should care for all, no matter how weak or useless they may seem to be. Everyone has an equal right to life. The good and the civilised must care for one another. The strong should support the weak. The rich should help the poor. The stronger or richer you are, the more you should help those less fortunate than you. Only in this way can a spirit find true release and happiness. Of course, it's best not to have people get into a plight in the first place. That's why a society needs fair laws to set a framework of what's permitted and not permitted. Never take advantage of those in a position below you, and always respect those above you. Consider the feelings of all in every action you take, and do nothing which is not for the good of society as a whole.

Neutral Good - the Altruist
Take it upon yourself to help someone in need. It doesn't matter who they are, or who you are - if you are capable of helping someone then do so. If a rich man falls sick, and you are poor, then help him as you hope he would do for you. Do not expect gratitude or payment for your aid. Treat others as you expect to be treated yourself. Love your enemies as well as your friends - when they realise you treat them as equals then they will have no choice but to love you in return. Forgive the faults and misdeeds of others.

Chaotic Good - the Go-Lucky
Life is precious, and none more so than your own. You are the only one to care for yourself so much, so make sure you look after your interests. Live to make each moment count. Life can be short, so live it for yourself, and allow others to do the same. Help them if it pleases you, because you cannot be happy if those around you are miserable. Care for those you love, but do not love lightly. Do not accept help if you do not need it, and likewise, do not offer aid unless asked first.

Chaotic Neutral - the Free
Do nothing you do not want to do. Do not be bound by the laws of others, for they do not have your best interests at heart. Laws are made by those who serve themselves, so let your laws be your own and change them when you wish. Do not be set in your ways. It is not weak to change your mind. It is weak to stick to beliefs which are no longer the truth. Enjoy life while it lasts, for happiness is transient. See as much as you can. There's beauty in not knowing what's coming around the next corner; surprises are fun and stop a body getting stuck in the dreary ruts of life. Live to act - do not make assumptions about what you haven't experienced. Open your mind and learn!

Chaotic Evil - the Malicious
You owe others nothing. Everyone is self-serving. Putting the interests of others over those of yourself is foolish. Obeying laws which do not serve you is weak. Stand up to your oppressors, make them fear you instead. Let them feel the lash of their own whips on their skins. Take what you can, because life is short and harsh. People may pretend to care, but they are trying to win your confidence so they have power over you. Society exists only in the mind of fools - everyone really seeks their own personal gain. Strength is everything. Show others you are not weak, then you will not have to fear their betrayal.

Neutral Evil - the Callous
Why care? Does anybody else really care? You are born, some live, all die. Does it really matter when? Sure, there is pain, but that is only brief. Emotions are muted, everything is too transient. People are shallow, so why should you respect them? Do not care what others think of you - it is not your problem. Try to make the misery you feel lessen for yourself. That is what everyone else does, but they don't care about you. Work for yourself, and don't be afraid to do what you need in the course of that work. Make yourself numb, and the hurt will go away. The ends always justify the means.

Lawful Evil - the Tyrant
Work to advance yourself in society. Use the laws to aid you, and punish those who do you wrong. Look after number one, and use any means you can to further your own interests. Break laws if you dare, for there are others like you who will use whatever they can against you. Conform, and make sure others do as well, for your own good. If they cheat, make sure you catch them first! Grind them beneath your feet once you have finished with them. Follow your laws to the letter, not the spirit - so long as you do not break them you are safe. There is an advantage in every situation, and every law has its loophole. Find them!

Lawful Neutral - the Conformist
Every problem can be solved by thought. Consider your actions carefully, and make them all count. Follow the routine, because those who wrote it were wiser then you. Experience is to be respected. Trust the judgment of others, for it is as good as your own judgment. Laws are made for the benefit of all. If one inconveniences you, think of all those whose lives have been made easier. Do not place yourself above others; it is not your right to do so. Only those higher than yourself may raise your rank. Normality is perfection - observe your peers are be like them; this is natural and correct. You cannot win all the time. If you are wrong, then concede defeat nobly. Consider others; they have the same rights and feelings as yourself, so who is to say who is more important. The majority must prevail.

Neutral - the Diplomat
Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. If you think they are wrong, then so be it. You know what is best for yourself, but do not assume this it true of others. Point out their faults, but do not assume they do not already know them for themselves. Do not patronise others. They may be as intelligent as you, no matter how strong or weak they are. Balance in all things is precious. Strive to maintain the status quo. Do not try to convert others to your way of thinking. It does not suit all, so let them do it for themselves. Offer charity only when asked, and do not give unwanted advice. Your opinion matters, but only as much as the next opinion. Do not dominate others. Too much of anything is as bad as nothing at all.

Hope this helps. [img]smile.gif[/img]

[ 06-20-2002, 09:49 AM: Message edited by: Memnoch ]