To give us a better understanding of the storyline, factions, and gameplay mechanics woven into Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, 38 Studios has sent over an excellent five-minute video called "A Hero's Guide to Amalur". The new gameplay footage within gives us some of our first glimpses at the game's many factions and the advantages available to aligning with each, including perks to lockpicking, pickpocketing, crafting, sagecraft, dispelling, alchemy, weapon training, and other RPG staples. Highly recommended viewing: