Consequences

Consequences is a very important game mechanic on the Odaism universe and a core teological dogma within the Church of Odaism.Consequences are the concept by which every action taken has far-reaching ramifications on the narrative. The flow of Cause and Effect is a strong driver of the plot on the Odaism universe, even moreso than on normal human affairs. Members of the Church of Odaism are ingrained with the concept of Consequences since their very indictment into the Church.

All players and characters are subject to Consequences for their actions, and as such have to thread very carefully. Each action leads to an unparseable number of Consequences down the line, and the slow accretion of tiny nudges in certain directions by the Characters push the narrative down certain paths.

No one character nor player can comprehend the true scope of Consequences until they have long seen their aftermath. It is a concept that can only truly be studied a posteriori. And as such, it is strongly suggested by all High Cardinals of the Church to exercise extreme precautions. Lest they invoke the fury of Oda and their mastery over Consequence.