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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Gez" data-source="post: 74547" data-attributes="member: 1328">I think in a caste society, some classes would not be achievable by everyone. Notably, Cleric and Wizard would be exclusive to the upper castes, while bard, ranger and rogue would be for lower castes. Druids and barbarian would be outcast (maybe ranger too), Paladin (depending on the vision you have of them) would either be exclusive to the high class or found anywhere, and Fighter would be found anywhere. Sorcerer, Psion, and Psychic Warrior are a different matter, as these classes are not trained. However, maybe they could have their own caste and be outed from their previous when their powers are discovered.You'll found that the player will get a sense of respect if all they can play are fighter, bard and rogue and the aristocracy is made of clerics and wizards, wich are, say, 8 levels higher than them...Also, don't hesitate to show by roleplay that everyone bow before and respect their superiors. Use rumors. Little folk easily exagerate the deeds and power of the higher ones. If every townsfolk is afraid of upsetting the Prince, who is rumored to hold terrible powers over the flesh and mind, your players may be circumspect. Even if he's in reality just a fifth-level enchanter with some flashy illusion spells as well. If your player act stupidly, only you know that he's just 5th level. You can thus change him to 15th, or 25th, level on the spot. Sure, they may wonder why such a powerful being don't take care of that ogre tribe by himself, but remember he has other things to do, like managing his country, hanging with his concubines, trying a new ceremonial uniform...</blockquote>

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