EVIL Heedless of the well-being of others, evils selfishly and shamelessly live to exploit others for their own advancement and power. Some who are truly wicked even venture forth to spread suffering unto others for their own amusement, or in service to their merciless gods. Evils will lend aid to others only in proportion to what is received in return, for the helping of others in growing stronger weakens oneself in comparison. Note that they eliminate Lightwalkers only because they are certain that goods will oppose their actions, not out of some ideological concern. Any alliance among evils to eradicate all goods is foolhardy, because they understand that they will betray each other at a moment of vulnerability. No matter how much they attempt to manipulate or control others, true evils strive to become powerful in their own right and shun displaying or admitting weakness, for this only invites aggression from their brethren. Of all classes, dark-knights and shamans are the ones most expected to uphold these ideals. Lawful Evil: Deceptive and manipulative, lawful evils augment their own power through their use of laws and circumstances. Direct confrontation is seldom necessary when there are more efficient and clandestine ways to solve one's problems. When pressed, however, lawful evils are prone to violently shedding their guise of unwillingness, in sudden and unexpected displays of force. They will not break laws even when it appears safe to do so, both out of the possibility of the abrupt arrival of Justices and to avoid the appearance of being blasphemous to the gods of order. Neutral Evil: Living by the phrase "by any means necessary", neutral evils use any and all methods at their disposal to achieve what they want. Honor and scruples exist only as weaknesses to exploit, and cruelty is but another means of coercion. Whether through taking advantage of laws or breaking them while their prey is lulled by its false security, neutral evils are bound only by the power they have and their lust for more. Chaotic Evil: From the common bandit to powerful warrior-lords, many choose to follow the path of chaotic evil. These are the ones prone to violence, the scoundrels and murderers, the curse and bane of society. Their only law is the belief that might makes right. Power in its rawest, purest form is the only order among this type, as they only obey those capable of crushing them. Yet true chaotic evils will not be content to serve their master for long, as it is their nature to fight and overthrow, to compete in the eternal struggle to become the most powerful.
4.5.3. SUMMARY > YOUR CHARACTER > ALIGNMENT / ETHOS > EVIL