Character influence

[Soggius Chippius]

influence gives a happines bonus when governing cities and determines the size of the bodyguard (together with personal security)

By the Gods, thank you! I'd always wondered what determined the size of the bodyguard (I assumed age, but then my insane Faction Leader turned 50 and somewhat dispelled the myth)

[Cheexsta]

It should also be noted that diplomats can only bribe characters when their Influence is higher than their target's.