Character Traits/VnV

[Garvanko]

Any ever got the 'Rods-And-Axes' trait? Made me laugh when I saw that. My faction leader in my Scipii campaign had it for a decade before he went to meet Hades.

Gives +6 to law.

[Antagonist]

While we're on the subject, could someone enlighten me as to the exact effect of the "Increase/Decrease Popularity with Senate/People" effect for traits and ancillaries. I assume it refers to the meters on the Senate Floor tab of the Senate window, but how? Does it only work on Faction Leaders, or does any character affect it slightly, or what. Anybody know?

Thanks,

Antagonist