A degree of distinction between notoriety and fame -- a little more supportable than the one and a little more intolerable than the other. Sometimes it is conferred by an unfriendly and inconsiderate hand. I touched the harp in every key, But found no heeding ear; And then Ithuriel touched me With a revealing spear. Not all my genius, great as 'tis, Could urge me out of night. I felt the faint appulse of his, And leapt into the light! W.J. Candleton

The state of being much known and talked of; exalted reputation derived from the extensive praise of great achievements or accomplishments; fame; celebrity; -- always in a good sense.

Report of nobleness or exploits; praise.

the status a character holds in werewolf society. Renown also measures the general worth and power of allies and enemies

The reputation of a combatant based upon the virtues that others perceive in him from his word, thoughts and deeds. See also the essay concerning Errants & the Company of Saint George. I have called renown the ‘coin of the tourneyer', the only thing a combatant takes to the field, and the only thing he takes home from it.

A measure of a character’s fame or infamy. Used to determine whether or not other people recognize the character, Renown also modifies certain social tests.