When you first select a race/personality combination it is probably best to choose a complimentary combination - for example, a race and personality that both have good combat traits. As you play the game you will gradually grow into your own style of play and understand the unique races and personalities better.
Your choice of race and personality will give you a selection of skilled people from whom you can pick to form your council. When they are on your council, their abilities are yours. During the protection and jubilant phases you can remove and add advisors as often as you like, at other times there is a 8 hour delay between each advisor removal.
Within Mythea there are many diverse creatures living in habitats that range from the mountains, to seas, and the sky above. However, few of these live in societies, in communities that you can lead. There are currently twelve races in Mythea - you will be required to choose one of these upon joining.