_Reflects the level of education, scholarship, and access to information._ **Cultural Keys:** - **Stat 10 (DC 10):** Average education level; common access to basic education and information. - **Stat 15 (DC 15):** Above-average scholarship; higher education and specialized knowledge accessible. - **Stat 20 (DC 20):** Exceptional knowledge center; rare expertise and vast libraries present. |**Stat Score**|**Description**| |---|---| |**1**|**Ignorant Society**: Widespread illiteracy; no formal education.| |**2**|**Uneducated**: Minimal literacy; knowledge passed orally.| |**3**|**Limited Learning**: Few can read; basic counting and folklore.| |**4**|**Basic Literacy**: Some literacy; informal education exists.| |**5**|**Modest Education**: Local tutor or small school; basic subjects taught.| |**6**|**Emerging Education**: Small schools; increased literacy rates.| |**7**|**Average Education**: Common level of education; basic schools present.| |**8**|**Improving Scholarship**: Access to libraries; higher literacy.| |**9**|**Educated Populace**: Public education available; general knowledge valued.| |**10**|**Standard Education**: Average access to education; common literacy.| |**11**|**Advanced Learning**: Higher education institutions begin to appear.| |**12**|**Scholarly Community**: Presence of academies; scholars are respected.| |**13**|**Intellectual Hub**: Significant scholarly activity; specialized fields of study.| |**14**|**Renowned Scholarship**: Attracts students; extensive libraries.| |**15**|**Knowledge Center**: Above-average scholarship; uncommon expertise accessible.| |**16**|**Academic Beacon**: Leading educational institutions; advanced studies.| |**17**|**Intellectual Capital**: Sets educational standards; influential thinkers reside here.| |**18**|**Wisdom Epicenter**: Exceptional knowledge; rare and ancient texts available.| |**19**|**Enlightened Society**: Knowledge shapes society; breakthroughs common.| |**20**|**Paragon of Wisdom**: Unparalleled scholarship; legendary knowledge accessible.|