ENIGMA

Wealth

In Enigma, the richness of your journey stems not only from the stories you create and the challenges you face but also from the treasures you collect. To help you concentrate on the unfolding narrative instead of getting bogged down by counting coins, we've introduced the Wealth system. This new system transforms your collective riches into a simplified, point-based treasure trove.

Wealth Points: Imagine a treasure chest that expands as you collect coins through daring exploits and clever deals. This system converts your financial skills into wealth points, reflecting your party's economic prowess as you navigate the story of Enigma without micromanaging finances. Wealth points increase with each monster hoard discovered, quest completed, and deals struck. You’ll start with nothing, embarking on a rags-to-riches journey in search of fortune and glory.

This approach focuses on adventure—rescuing allies, forging connections, and making discoveries—while integrating economic elements. Wealth points become opportunities: use them to replenish supplies, upgrade your gear, secure lodging, or establish powerful alliances. Each decision shapes your journey, balancing immediate needs with future ambitions, ultimately empowering you to craft your destiny in Enigma.

Below are tables that show you typical examples of how you might earn and spend wealth, as well as guidance for selling loot:

Spend Wealth: Your spending habits will change over time, influenced by your needs, the availability of items, and your location. Here are some examples of what you can purchase with your wealth, along with an estimate of their cost in wealth points.

Category	Description	Typical WP
Loose Creds	Essential equipment, daily costs, and low-level favors (such as basic ammunition and affordable lodging).	Typically 1 – 3 WP
Stacked	Weapons, armor, essential equipment, faction bribes, and short-term vehicle rentals are available.	Typically 4 – 10 WP
Full Bag	Advanced arcanotech, potent relics, significant faction alliances, and long-term resources.	Typically 11 – 25 WP
Ledgered	Exclusive artifacts, advanced enchantments, complete ownership of businesses, and top-tier military-grade equipment.	26+ WP

Earn Wealth: Ways to earn wealth may differ from table to table. Below are a few examples of how a mercenary can accumulate wealth in Enigma, along with the corresponding Wealth Points for each accomplishment.

Source	Description	Typical WP
Faction Contracts	Completing missions for various factions, engaging in bounty hunting, and fulfilling political favors.	Typically 1 – 10 WP
Loot	Looting defeated enemies or finding valuables while on the job.	Typically 1 – 5 WP
Trade & Smuggling	Engaging in selling goods and operating black-market activities.	Variable (Market-Based)
High-Risk Gigs	Significant corporate espionage, heists from high-security locations, bounties on deadly or well-guarded targets.	Typically 20+ WP

Selling Items: Characters can sell valuable items, with wealth gained depending on faction influence, negotiation skills, and market demand.

Type	Examples	Wealth Return
Selling Low-Value Items	(Standard weapons, minor consumables)	50% base value in Wealth Points
Selling High-Value Artifacts	(Relics, Arcanotech, black-market tech)	Negotiated value, typically 70–100% of base cost