Forbidden Knowledge

Category: Merits
Cost/Value: 3 points

Description

You have delved into the "Vile Arts," studying texts and concepts strictly outlawed by the Crown and the Triumvirate Church. You understand the fundamental architecture of souls, blood, and death.

Requirement: This trait is mandatory for learning Soul Magic or Blood Magic.

Cost: Acquiring this trait fundamentally stains your worldview; it permanently costs 1 point of Sanity upon acquisition.

Risk: Utilizing high-tier Necromancy or Soul Magic marks you. If discovered by the authorities, you are targeted for "True Death"—execution and soul-destruction, precluding you from returning in the loop.