Starting Faction Standings

The "Starting Faction Standing" guide provides a comprehensive overview of the initial faction standings for characters in Everquest. This guide details how a character’s RACE, CLASS, and chosen DEITY influence their relationships with the major factions across Norrath. Whether you're navigating the complex political landscape of city-states or simply trying to avoid hostile guards, understanding your starting faction standing is essential for every new adventurer. This resource allows players to plan their journey more effectively by offering insights into which factions will view them favorably—or with hostility—from the moment they enter the game. Contributions are welcome! Please ensure that all entries reflect initial standings only. If ILLUSIONS or other effects are used to alter race, please update the race accordingly to reflect the change.

Norrath

Norrath is a vast and intricate world where numerous factions transcend the boundaries of individual cities or continents. These global factions wield influence across multiple regions, and a player's interactions with them can affect their standing in distant lands, regardless of their origin. Some of these factions are tied to religious orders, powerful guilds, or wide-reaching organizations with a presence in various cities.

League of Antonican Bards Antonica Bards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Threatening

Antonica

Freeport

Freeport, one of the most significant cities in Norrath, is divided into three districts—West Freeport, North Freeport, and East Freeport—and is home to several key factions, each with their own influence over different areas of the city. Navigating Freeport’s various factions is essential for characters, as these groups determine how NPCs will interact with you, from welcoming gestures to outright hostility.

Arcane Scientists Freeport Good Casters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively

Ashen Order Freeport Monks
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively

Coalition of Tradefolk Freeport Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Amiable

Coalition of Tradefolk Illegal Freeport Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Amiable
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Dubious

Dismal Rage Freeport Evil Casters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Indifferent
Iksar	Necromancer	Cazic Thule	Dubious
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Apprehensively

Knights of Truth Hall of Truth Clerics & Paladins North Freeport Guards ("Sir")
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Amiable

Priests of Marr Temple of Marr Clerics & Paladins ("Sentry")
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Indifferent

Steel Warriors Freeport Warriors
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively

The Freeport Militia East & West Freeport Corrupt Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Human	Rogue	Innoruuk	Apprehensively
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Threatening
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Dubious

Grobb

Grobb is the home city of the Trolls, located in the southern swamps of Antonica. As a stronghold of the Troll race, Grobb's factions reflect its brutish and warlike nature. Characters aligned with Grobb can expect favorable treatment from its inhabitants, but outsiders—especially those of certain races and classes—will likely face hostility.

Da Bashers Troll Warriors/Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Apprehensively

Dark Ones Troll Shamans
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Threatening

Grobb Merchants Troll Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Indifferent

Shadowknights of Night Keep Troll Shadow Knights
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Dubious

Halas

Halas, the icy home of the Barbarians, is a rugged and isolated city located in the northwestern region of Everfrost. The residents of Halas are fiercely loyal to their own kind and hold deep cultural and religious ties to The Tribunal.

Merchants of Halas Barbarian Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Rogues of the White Rose Barbarian Rogues & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Shamen of Justice Barbarian Shaman
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Wolves of the North Barbarian Warriors & Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

High Keep

High Keep, located in the mountains between the Karanas and the lands of Antonica, serves as a bustling trade hub and stronghold for the Highpass Guards. The factions within High Keep influence both the safety of travelers and the activities within the keep's walls.

Highpass Guards High Keep Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Merchants of Highpass High Keep Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Neriak

Neriak, the capital of the Teir'Dal (Dark Elves), is a sprawling underground city divided into three distinct zones: Neriak Foreign Quarter, Neriak Commons, and Neriak Third Gate. Each zone represents a deeper and more secure part of the city, with increasing restrictions on who can enter. The city is home to various factions that govern its social and political life.

Dark Bargainers Dark Elf Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Dreadguard Inner Dark Elf Inner Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Dreadguard Outer Dark Elf Outer Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Hall of the Ebon Mask Dark Elf Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Indigo Brotherhood Dark Elf Warriors
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

King Naythox Thex Dark Elf King
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Priests of Innoruuk Dark Elf Clerics
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Queen Cristanos Thex Dark Elf Queen
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

The Dead Dark Elf Necromancers & Shadowknights
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Oggok

Oggok, the stronghold of the Ogre race, is located in the southwestern swamps of Antonica. As a city controlled by the brutish Ogres, it harbors a handful of factions that reflect their militaristic and primal culture. The main factions in Oggok are largely concerned with maintaining order and strength within the Ogre community, while also keeping outsiders—particularly "good-aligned" races—at bay.

Clurg Ogre Bartender
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Craknek Warriors Ogre Warriors
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Green Blood Knights Ogre Shadowknights
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Merchants of Ogguk Ogre Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Oggok Residents Ogre Citizens
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Oggok Guards Ogre Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Shamen of War Ogre Shaman
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Qeynos

Qeynos, one of the major human cities, is home to a variety of factions that govern the daily life, politics, and security within its walls and surrounding territories. Characters entering Qeynos will encounter a number of prominent factions that determine their ability to safely move through the city and interact with its inhabitants.

Rivervale

Rivervale, the quaint home of the Halflings, is a small but vibrant community nestled in the Misty Thicket. Despite its size, the town boasts a variety of factions that govern the social, political, and religious life of its inhabitants.

DeepPockets Halfling Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Guardians of the Vale Halfling Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Mayor Gubbin Halfling Mayor
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Merchants of Rivervale Halfling Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Priests of Mischief Halfling Clerics
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Storm Reapers Halfling Druids
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Surefall Glade

Surefall Glade is a serene and secluded settlement located in the Qeynos Hills, home to the Rangers and Druids who dedicate their lives to the protection of nature. The glade is guarded by towering trees, and its denizens are closely aligned with the natural order, reflecting their deep bond with the environment.

Faydark

Ak'Anon

Ak'Anon, the subterranean city of Gnomes, is home to various factions that represent the diverse interests and political groups of the city. These factions include mechanical innovators, religious sects, and law enforcers, all of which shape the internal workings of Ak'Anon.

Dark Reflection Gnome Evil Casters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Ready to Attack

Deep Muses Gnome Clerics & Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Apprehensive

Eldritch Collective Gnome Good Casters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Apprehensive

Gem Choppers Gnome Warriors & Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Dark Elf	Wizard	Solusek Ro	Dubious
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Apprehensive

King Ak'Anon Clockwork Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Indifferent

Merchants of AkAnon Gnome Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Indifferent

Felwithe

Felwithe, the elegant city of the High Elves (Koada'Dal), is nestled in the forest of Faydwer and serves as a haven for followers of Tunare, the goddess of nature. It is a place of peace and beauty, but like all cities in Norrath, it is governed by strict faction alignments. NOTE: The High Elf guards fall under the Emerald Warriors faction.

Clerics of Tunare High Elf Paladins & Clerics
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Keepers of the Art High Elf Casters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

King Tearis Thex High Elf King
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Merchants of Felwithe High Elf Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Kaladim

Kaladim is the stronghold of the Dwarves, located in the Butcherblock Mountains, and serves as the primary hub for Dwarven characters. The city is governed by the Kingdom of Underfoot, and its denizens are deeply loyal to their deity, Brell Serilis

Clerics of Underfoot Dwarf Clerics
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Kazon Stormhammer Dwarf King
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Miners Guild 249 Dwarf Paladins
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Dark Elf	Wizard	Solusek Ro	Threatening
Half Elf	Bard	Agnostic	Indifferent
Human	Rogue	Bristlebane	Indifferent
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Indifferent

Miners Guild 628 Dwarf Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Half Elf	Bard	Agnostic	Amiable
Human	Rogue	Bristlebane	Amiable
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Amiable

Storm Guard Dwarf Warriors/Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Dark Elf	Wizard	Solusek Ro	Threatening
Gnome	Necromancer	Bertoxxulous	Threatening
Half Elf	Bard	Agnostic	Apprehensive
Human	Rogue	Bristlebane	Apprehensive
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Ready to Attack
Wood Elf	Ranger	Tunare	Apprehensive

Kelethin

Kelethin, the treetop city of the Wood Elves, is nestled in the forests of Greater Faydark. Its primary factions are aligned with nature and the elven way of life, welcoming those who share their values while showing caution or outright hostility toward outsiders.

Emerald Warriors Wood Elf Warriors & Guards High Elf Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
Dark Elf	Wizard	Solusek Ro	Ready to Attack
Ogre	Warrior	Rallos Zek	Threatening

Faydarks Champions Wood Elf Rangers
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Kelethin Merchants Wood Elf Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Soldiers of Tunare Wood Elf Druids
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Songweavers Wood Elf Bards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Tunare's Scouts Wood Elf Rogues
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Odus

Erudin

Erudin, the capital city of the Erudites, is a hub of intellectualism and magical study located on the western island of Odus. Governed by a scholarly and peaceful society, Erudin is home to several influential factions that shape the city's structure and politics.

Craftkeepers Erudite Enchanters
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Crimson Hands Erudite Wizards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Deepwater Knights Erudite Paladins & Clerics (Prexus)
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Gate Callers Erudite Magicians
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

High Council of Erudin Erudite Rulers
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

High Guard of Erudin Erudite Guards
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Merchants of Erudin Erudite Merchants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Peace Keepers Erudite Paladins & Clerics (Quellious)
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Paineel

Paineel, the dark city of the Heretics, serves as the home of Erudite Necromancers and Shadow Knights who rejected the teachings of Erudin. This secluded and forbidden city is deeply rooted in the worship of Cazic-Thule, the god of fear. Its residents live in isolation, shunned by most of Norrath’s surface civilizations.

Heretics Evil Erudites
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Kunark

Cabilis

Cabilis, the city of the Iksar, is a fortified stronghold located in the southeastern part of Kunark. As the central hub for Iksar players, the city is home to several major factions that govern the different aspects of Iksar society.

Brood of Kotiz Iksar Necromancers
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Cabilis Residents Iksar Merchants & Banker
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Crusaders of Greenmist Iksar Shadowknights & Crusaders
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Legion of Cabilis Iksar Warriors & Troopers
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Scaled Mystics Iksar Shaman
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Swift Tails Iksar Monks
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Firiona Vie

Firiona Vie, a coastal elven outpost on Kunark, serves as the home base for the forces of good in the region. Controlled primarily by High Elves and their allies, the city is aligned with noble factions, making it a safe haven for those who follow virtuous paths.

Inhabitants of Firiona Vie Good Inhabitants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Overthere

Overthere is a vast and dangerous outpost located on the western edge of the continent of Kunark. It serves as a key hub for both adventurers and the dark forces that control the region.

Venril Sathir Evil Inhabitants
Race	Class	Deity	Standing
TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Velious

Icewell Keep

Icewell Keep, located deep within the frozen lands of Velious, serves as the fortress and political center of the Coldain Dwarves, ruled by King Tormax. The keep is home to several important factions that players must navigate to survive within its icy halls.

Kael Drakkal

Kael Drakkal, often referred to as the city of the Kromzek giants, is a massive stronghold located in the frozen wastelands of Velious. This imposing fortress is home to the giants who serve the god of war, Rallos Zek.

Skyshrine

Skyshrine is a towering, ancient city located in the frozen lands of the Western Wastes, serving as the stronghold of the Claws of Veeshan, the dragon faction. Dominated by powerful dragons, wurms, and dragonkin, Skyshrine is a place of immense significance to those aligned with the dragonkind of Velious.

Thurgadin

Thurgadin is the home city of the Coldain dwarves, located within the frozen lands of Velious. As one of the major faction hubs, Thurgadin plays a pivotal role in the intricate faction dynamics of the continent. The Coldain, a proud and resilient people, are generally welcoming to adventurers who do not bear allegiance to their sworn enemies.