# Nobility

In Faenora, nobility isn’t inherited. It’s acquired. With coin, confidence and a knowing nod.

Hunters may elevate their standing by purchasing a **Nobility Upgrade** from the [Market Dealer](https://2tg.gitbook.io/faenora/gameguide/game-guide/wall-market/market-dealer) in the Wall Market. Each upgrade confers a higher social rank and, more importantly, a **staking multiplier** recognized by the Financier.

A noble Hunter doesn’t fight harder.\
They don’t hit faster.\
But when it comes to sponsorship?

They’re *worth more*.

> “It’s not favoritism. It’s the value of having important friends.”\
> – The Financier, adjusting his ledgers

### How Nobility Works

* Nobility affects **staking and sponsorship rewards only**
* It **does not** impact combat stats, skills or rarity
* Higher nobility = higher **effective sponsor value** for **staked Hunters**
* Nobility upgrades are permanent (but do not survive a re-roll)

### Nobility Ranks

| **Rank** | **Title**  | **Staking Multiplier** | **Staking Bonus** | **Upgrade Cost (USDC)** |
| -------- | ---------- | ---------------------- | ----------------- | ----------------------- |
| I        | Commoner   | 1.0×                   | 0%                | 1                       |
| II       | Freeperson | 1.2×                   | +20%              | 2                       |
| III      | Artisan    | 1.4×                   | +40%              | 4                       |
| IV       | Knight     | 1.7×                   | +70%              | 8                       |
| V        | Noble      | 2.0×                   | +100%             | 11                      |
| VI       | Baron      | 2.5×                   | +150%             | 20                      |
| VII      | Viscount   | 3.0×                   | +200%             | 20                      |
| VIII     | Count      | 3.5×                   | +250%             | 20                      |
| IX       | Marquis    | 4.0×                   | +300%             | 20                      |
| X        | Duke       | 5.0×                   | +400%             | 20                      |
| XI       | Grand Duke | 6.0×                   | +500%             | —                       |

> *Upgrade Cost reflects the Market Dealer’s pricing structure. Availability, requirements and progression may evolve.*

### Strategic Notes

* **Sponsors benefit most**: Nobility dramatically boosts passive earning potential
* **High-value Hunters scale harder** with higher ranks
* Nobility pairs exceptionally well with **Heroes**

> “Greatness is impressive.\
> Greatness with pedigree?\
> That’s... worthwhile.”\
> – The Market Dealer
