
This faction believes that honor is a myth, the dollar is indeed almighty, and survival should be enjoyed only by the fittest. The faction's roots date back to the days of ancient Egypt, though today, it's known for fabulously extravagant parties held by its rich-and-famous members, who are celebrities and captains of industry alike. The Secret World's Illuminati faction is based in New York City and considered to be the "bad boys" of the underworld. The Illuminati faction is wealthy, cunning, and doesn't play by anyone's rules. They especially like it when you underestimate them, and those that do underestimate members of this faction generally come to regret doing so sooner or later. While members of the Dragon faction don't fear using force, they also don't believe in excessive use of it they prefer instead to humbly listen to their elders, peers, and the universe.

This faction specializes in indirectly influencing the flow of history by using subtle political suggestions, strategic alliances, and maybe a quiet assassination here and there to turn its enemies against each other and eventually get its way. The Dragon faction, based in The Secret World's version of Seoul, South Korea, has existed in some form for thousands of years. The Dragon faction is deceptive and shadowy, but it is willing to wait patiently for the world to fall into its hands.

Below are introductions to the three factions, their motivations, and what to expect as a character from each. These factions are secret societies that have cast aside their veils of secrecy to battle the coming threat. You'll begin in one of the game's three starting cities-London, New York City, or Seoul-as a member of one of the game's three factions. By clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot'sĭark forces have arisen and threaten the human race with extinction, and your character been chosen to combat them.
