The city of Glimmergate has evicted its king, in favour of democracy. Humans, Elves, Dwarves, and Gnomes of various professions will be selecting the new Mayor, and you want their votes!
Each of the players is a candidate in Glimmergate’s Mayoral election, and will attempt to win the most votes. They will be working to influence the citizens of Glimmergate, and seeking endorsements from its community leaders.
The citizens of Glimmergate come from many races and professions:
Elves are adept at Magic (Alchemists, Enchanters, and Healers), and Mercantile professions (Bankers, Innkeepers, and Stablekeepers), but do not typically become Metalworkers (Miners, Smiths, and Armourers).
Dwarves are excellent Metalworkers and Merchants, but cannot perform Magic.
Gnomes are Metalworkers, and perform Magic, but are not generally found working as Merchants.
Humans, however, participate in all professions.
Before the election, there will be two interim polls, each for a single group of professions (one group will not get polled). Winning a poll can be helpful, but only winning the final election really matters!
—description from the designer