Enech

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DOMINIONS ~&~ THEOI

Introduction

Though most modern scholars simply translate this term to mean “face” or “honor,” it means so much more — particularly in the eyes of the Tuatha. Enech is one’s worth, and all creatures, from the most divine to the lowliest of mortals, are beholden to attempt to improve their worth in the eyes of Gods and men. Mere men must constantly work to maintain their enech by proving themselves worthy men of honor and skill.

This Purview taps into that force of honor and worth, which is in turn tied into Fate to some degree. Heroes and Gods find that enech demands much more of them than of mortals, though its rewards are great as well. Such great folk may be bound by geasa, (see “Geasa,” pp. 16-20). Godly heritage allows a Scion to tap into this power, to bring low his foes and raise up his friends, but he must forever watch his own behaviors and mind his geasa.

Brehon's Eye (Enech 1)

Hero's Geas (Enech 2)

Lay Token Geas (Enech 3)

Body and Spirit (Enech 4)

Bard's Tongue (Enech 5)