Measures the prevalence of illicit activities, organized crime, and unethical practices.
Cultural Keys:
- Stat 10 (DC 10): Average level of corruption; common minor unethical practices.
- Stat 15 (DC 15): Above-average corruption; uncommon levels of organized crime.
- Stat 20 (DC 20): Exceptional corruption; rare dominance of illicit activities over official institutions.
| Stat Score | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Impeccably Honest: Corruption is virtually nonexistent; high ethical standards. |
| 2 | Very Low Corruption: Rare instances of unethical behavior; strong deterrents. |
| 3 | Low Corruption: Minimal unethical practices; corruption is uncommon. |
| 4 | Below-Average Corruption: Some minor corruption; generally honest dealings. |
| 5 | Standard Corruption: Common minor unethical acts; petty bribery occurs. |
| 6 | Moderate Corruption: Corruption exists but isn’t pervasive; average level. |
| 7 | Typical Corruption: Common level of unethical practices; accepted as part of life. |
| 8 | Noticeable Corruption: Bribery and favoritism more prevalent; public trust declines. |
| 9 | High Corruption: Unethical practices affect multiple sectors; significant public skepticism. |
| 10 | Average Corruption: Standard level; minor corruption is common. |
| 11 | Above-Average Corruption: Corruption affects many areas; organized crime begins to emerge. |
| 12 | Significant Corruption: Widespread unethical behavior; corruption influences decisions. |
| 13 | Very High Corruption: Organized crime has influence; corruption is the norm. |
| 14 | Systemic Corruption: Institutionalized corruption; laws are manipulated. |
| 15 | Exceptional Corruption: Above-average prevalence; uncommon control by illicit groups. |
| 16 | Deep-Seated Corruption: Criminal organizations hold significant power. |
| 17 | Criminal Control: Organized crime controls official institutions. |
| 18 | Corruption Dominant: Corruption is pervasive; ethics are disregarded. |
| 19 | Anarchic Corruption: Corruption leads to societal collapse; lawlessness prevails. |
| 20 | Total Corruption: Unparalleled corruption; illicit activities overshadow all else. |