384YE Spring Equinox Synod judgements

Overview

During the Spring Equinox 384YE Summit, the Imperial Synod raised 165 judgements.

Change of doctrine

No change of doctrine was proposed during the Spring Equinox summit.

Veto

The veto was not sought during the Spring Equinox 384YE.

Statement of principle

The following statements of principle were presented to the assemblies of the Imperial Synod. Those statements which achieved a Greater Majority will be distributed to appropriate assemblies.

Judgement 7

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Storyteller Goran
• Judgement: As our knowledge of the Way expands and changes, so must the Imperial Synod. A reformation is required to determine how priests attend virtue assemblies. The ability to perform liao ceremonies does not make a priest. The ability to be dedicated to a virtue does not confer knowledge of that virtue. Belief in the Way, and the will to guide others makes the priest. Dedication to a specific Virtue is not, and should not, be required to preach a Virtue to a congregation. We call upon the Synod to support this reformation - that all priests should be allowed to follow the call of their souls and spirits, and attend the virtue assembly that calls to them.
• Outcome: Upheld, 1063-610

Judgement 8

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Aspar
• Judgement: The virtuous apply what they have learned; Wisdom knows all knowledge is incomplete. Let every word you speak carry meaning; do not use forty when four will do. Wisdom is not always knowing the answer; Wisdom is finding the right question. Test what you learn; only fools accept hearsay as truth. Despise folly and chastise the fool that spreads it.
• Outcome: Upheld, 984-208

Judgement 9

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Galene Netherwatch
• Judgement: The Way teaches us to use what we have, and take action when needed. Many members of the Synod do not use their votes during Anvil summits, instead wasting them and putting the burden of acquiring larger majorities on the rest of us. Thus I propose that those who do not wish to vote during an Anvil summit declare themselves to the Civil Service beforehand, that their votes are eliminated from the total number.
• Outcome: Upheld, 1250-470

Judgement 11

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Quinn Eternal
• Judgement: We, the guides of the Navarr national assembly, encourage increased sharing of knowledge, tools, and resources with our Highborn siblings to further improve Highguard's effectiveness in fighting the vallorn. Only together can we look to vanquish the vallorn. The Highborn elected in loyalty and vigilance to change a part of their national identity over the course of 382YE. Since then, the Grey Pilgrims have taken up the mantle of walking the trods to aid in the weakening of the vallorn, helping combat the greatest spiritual threat to the Empire. But as a nation, Navarr can offer so much more to both the Grey Pilgrims and the people of Highguard. We encourage all Navarr to seek out and offer their collective wisdom, knowledge, and experience to all Highborn with how to most effectively equip and train themselves to fight the vallorn. This statement is considered to be complementary to the statement raised in the Highguard National Assembly by Shiloh of the Dauntless Light.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Great Majority, 244-0

Judgement 12

• Assembly: Highguard
• Raised By: Shiloh of the Dauntless Light
• Judgement: Siblings of Highguard, we need to listen to and communicate with our colleagues in Navarr and be prepared to fight the Vallorn in the most effective manner possible. When we joined the virtuous fight with the Navarr against the vallorn, we uprooted our citizens in a dramatic change to our nation. Now, the Grey Pilgrims are settled into their new way of life, we need to be vigilant and prepare for the fight going forwards.Navarr are expects in combating the vallorn and we, as Highborn, need to recognise their knowledge and experience and learn from them. We encourage all Highborn to seek out a member of the Navarr and take the time to learn from them the tools and tactics for fighting the vallorn effectively. This statement is considered to be complementary to the statement raised in the Navarr National Assembly by Quinn Eternal.
• Outcome: Upheld 326-0

Judgement 16

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Chauntecleer Words
• Judgement: The Black Knights embody the ideal that the glory of the deed or occasion takes precedence over the concerns of the individual, and by donning their guise Dawnish can work to exalt others free from considerations of their own renown. This is not limited to just the tourney field, Dawnish should be encouraged to adopt the guise of the Black Knight whenever opportunity exists for them to elevate the splendour of their countryfolk if appropriate. Reciprocally, the Black Knights should be acknowledged for putting aside personal fame for the benefit of all.
• Outcome: Upheld 220-36

Judgement 20

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Preceptor Yevanshka
• Judgement: I issue a spiritual call that echoes the political call of the Liberty Pact: that the total abolition of slavery across the known world is a commitment to all those who walk in Virtue share. Enslavement is a spiritual threat and all virtuous peoples must despise and act against the wicked enslaver and any who enable them to walk with them and do not prevent their foul deeds. To aid or abet this practice, to stand by and allow it, is akin to locking the manacles yourself. Slavery is an affront to virtue. Each of the paths of virtue are travelled through virtuous action. To remove the ability of a person to freely act is to bind them from Virtue. To commit or to allow to be committed enslavement is to commit a spiritual crime; an unholy act that strikes against the heart of the Way of Virtue itself. The enslaver is not just wicked, their spirits languish in the Labyrinth. The continuance of slavery across the known world imperils the transcendence of the human spirit. Slavery is a despoilment of Virtue.
• Outcome: Upheld 1615-50

Judgement 23

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Bloodcrow Udoo
• Judgement: This Empire has a legacy of slavery, but your spirits do not. Take pride in this Empire that we have forged together free from chains. The Imperial Orcs undertake a great endeavour, to build an Ossuary, worthy of pilgrimage. To lay to rest the bones of those orcs who died in chains and fall in battle and welcome those of the Illarawm. We call upon the nations of the Empire to summon their pride and aid the Imperial Orcs in this endeavour. Let us forge an ossuary built with the immense Pride we all share in what this Empire has become, free from chains.
• Outcome: Upheld 1675-90

Judgement 28

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Skywise Fal
• Judgement: I would like to congratulate and celebrate the virtue of the citizens that have brought the former orcs of Axou home to us to start new lives as Imperial citizens. This is how our great Empire expands. This is how we bring the light of Virtue to all. Not through death and destruction, but by rescuing those capable of virtue and bringing them into the fold. By making the Empire the safest most desirable most prosperous place to live in the world. This is how we win. This is how we strive towards a virtuous future.
• Outcome: Upheld 1562-124

Judgement 29

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Silk Splinterspear
• Judgement: I would like to include the following school of thought in the available list of teachings within the way.

Inheritorism: there are a set number of human souls. On a long enough timeline all human souls will become paragons, and cease to reincarnate. In order for that to happen, established non-reincarnating people (orcs) will need to be there to support human destiny. These non-reincarnating people will inherit the Empire.

• Outcome: Not Upheld, 208-134

Judgement 30

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Bleakshield Rhak
• Judgement: We in the Imperial Orcs recognise the difference between a free person and a slave. We ask that the Empire recognise that a THRALL is a SLAVE.
• Outcome: Upheld, 1276-136

Judgement 32

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Deronica
• Judgement: The Knight of Flowers in an important role in Dawnish culture that has up until now unofficial and unrewarded. The title is one that is informally held in Dawnish culture as a part of the Spring flower festival, the Night of Flowers. Making the role an official national title would preserve it in perpetuity and ensure the official presence of the Knight of Flowers in the ferrying and decoding of flowers, as per their traditional role. The creation of this title would impress on our fellow Imperial citizens the full glory of our Dawnish culture. Therefore I propose the adoption of "the Knight of Flowers" as a national title awarded to a Dawnish citizen.
• Outcome: Upheld 206-50

Judgement 33

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Saavi Aanasdottir
• Judgement: Lofyn Bloodcloak should have her name added to the chronicle of heroes. She worked tirelessly to restore the Bloodcloaks Army, leading it since it reformed in 382YE.She entered the bloodcloak schema into Imperial lore, making the knowledge available to all citizens. She sword an oath to return to Sermersuaq with her army which she has fulfilled. She is a hero, by word and deed. Raised on behalf of Veikko Bondforger, Cardinal of Loyalty.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 348-0

Judgement 36

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Sir Sidlore de Gauvain
• Judgement: The Dawnish National Assembly wishes to recognise Claude Cutter, yeofolk and knight-errant for acts of Pride. At the festival of Richilde, Paragon of Proud, Claude won twenty thrones for her Silverlark's story. From here, she marshalled funding to build the Arbour of Twin Roses, a library of stories of love and glory. Dawn's Pride. She even swayed the Senate when they would have voted against the commission. Her words are her pride; with her words she has won prizes, revealed Hate cultists, inspired senators, and called down texts from the Great Library, and for her quick questions Dawn made her Champion of Wisdom. We now recognise her for her Acts of Pride.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 292-0

Judgement 37

• Assembly: Imperial Orc
• Raised By: Stormcrow Skred
• Judgement: As a stormcrow, I have an affinity with our seafaring cousins the Freeborn and, as Imperial Orcs, we are uniquely positioned to understand why the people trapped in Feroz - Freeborn and otherwise - must be freed. We urge all Imperial Orcs to assist the Freeborn in any evacuation efforts. We should not be afraid to show any who would be tyrants the virtue behind Courage and Loyalty nor to acknowledge the ambition of the Freeborn. As the examples of Thrace and Emperor Ahraz show us, the virtuous choice is to do what is needed to ensure our cousins live free.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 72-0

Judgement 39

• Assembly: Ambition
• Raised By: Animagus
• Judgement: Despite their unvirtuous ways the Iron Confederacy remains tolerated. They remain an unchallenged existential threat to virtuous, heroic Imperial citizens of the Empire. To not attempt to eradicate this threat or re-educate those of the Iron Confederacy who we clear(?) or lost of the Way, It is itself unambiguous thus an unvirtuous cult.
• Outcome: Not Upheld, 10-70

Judgement 43

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Able the Taller of Zenith Ascendant
• Judgement: The Urizen National Assembly recognises the Vigilance of Vincent Vexille, the Ambition of Sejanus of the Scarlet Guard, and the Pride of the Coven, Concordium of Pallas. Through their combined virtuous efforts, a seventh army, the Eastern Sky, was able to join the fight to retake Zenith and begin its restoration, thanks to the casting of the most potent Autumn Ritual currently in Imperial Lore. We call upon all the Mages of Urizen to draw inspiration from this and consider how they can best demonstrate their own Virtue by using magic to aid in the reclaiming and restoration of Zenith.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 200-0

Judgement 45

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Verres Amastacia
• Judgement: The Tamazi are keen to learn the ways of magic and Urizen has a Proud history as teachers of the arts to those who request it. Virtuous magicians should seek out those who are eager to learn and make them welcome within Urizen, teaching magic to them, for the mutual prosperity of both the Tamazi and Urizen as a whole.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 142-0

Judgement 48

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Shacklebreaker Thanmir Hrafnar
• Judgement: The Empire was founded with the singular aim to bring the Way of Virtue to all of humanity. To achieve this we must be willing to preach the virtues to those outside the Empire's borders. We therefore encourage Priests of the Way to be inspired by the construction of the Cathedral of the Navigators and to travel to the Sarcophan Delves and preach the way to its people and support the faithful there.
• Outcome: Upheld, 1618-84

Judgement 52

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Tarquinius Ankarien
• Judgement: Urizen should be proud that its people engage and ask questions about Virtue. We now ask you to turn your minds to considering "what is the right question?" Earnest criticism is a way to build someone up. Asking the right difficult question could lead a mandate bearer to improve how they deliver the mandate or how they preach to their own congregation. Keep questioning, hold us to account and make mandates in the national assembly challenging, but seek questions that will spiritually strengthen our nation.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 176-0

Judgement 53

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Mael Donjeon of House Remys
• Judgement: Dawn has wronged the Great Forest Orcs. We have hunted them like beasts through the trees. The Imperial Senate rejected the first hand they reached out to us, and we turned our armies upon them, massacring them in the Barrens. They could have been allies against our mutual enemies - the great spiritual threat of the vallorn and the great temporal threat of the Druj. They could have been swift scouts and clever guides to bring us through the enigmatic Forest of Peytaht. Together, might we have taken a glorious fight all the way to the Buruk Tepel and the Bitter Sea? Who can say? Instead, the Great Forest Orcs have learned to distrust us, and without them upon our flank, the Druj have taken the Barrens entire. Ignorant of what they could offer, of what we could have been to each other, we have trampled their Pride and besmirched their Worth. Now they dwell beneath the eaves of Therunin, under the protection of the Navarr, the last remnants of a proud tribe. People of Dawn, there is little we can do to make amends for this. But let us now at least show the respect that we should have before, had we known better, had our antecedents seen orcs as more than monsters or slaves. Let us show respect for the Great Forest Orcs, for their lives, their traditions, their way of being, in such ways as our skills and Virtue permit. We cannot redress the wrongs of centuries. We cannot undo what we have done. It is too late for that. But we can say "No more!" and start to rebuild the trust that we lost.
• Outcome: Upheld 202-50

Judgement 57

• Assembly: League
• Raised By: Lia Adelaar von Holberg
• Judgement: We call upon the citizens of the League to invite the Sand Fishers into their salons, cafés and meeting places for the purpose of discourse and debate. We applaud the Sand Fishers' prosperous approach to the improvement of Misericorde and their dedication to learning at our great university in Holberg. Civilised discourse will further enhance their learning, allow us to better understand their culture, and build firmer foundations for their future contributions to League ambitions.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 382-0

Judgement 58

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Prince-Bishop Jonah Yakovitch von Holberg
• Judgement: Falsehoods have been spread - the land that is liberated by an army does not become the property of that army's nation. The Barrens will be liberated and the Druj purged from the face of creation, but the nations who race across this territory in an attempt to lay claim to its identity forget the lessons of the past. Remember Skarsind. Remember Holberg. Rather than use them to keep score, let us rally the slaves and survivors of the Druj's campaign in the Barrens to our cause. Preach of the virtues and guide them on their path, and they will be inspired by the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 1889-218 (Greater Majority was 1834)

Judgement 59

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Storyteller Lenochka
• Judgement: One natural endpoint of Vigilance is fear, but we need not fear fear itself. Fear for ones nation sparks great battles to protect it. Fear for ones life spurs action in fight or flight. In extremis, we see virtuous feats we never knew we were capable of. I charge you - do not shun the motivational power of fear.
• Outcome: Withdrawn

Judgement 60

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: ẞten Hansson
• Judgement: As we all know: the Suaq of Wintermark are descended from the mighty human Sermersuaq who created two great people: the suaq and the hylje. Few can claim to have formed one nation, let along two. her inspiring actions are worth examining. Suaq historian Laurie Jokiranta wrote that there is "no merit in dredging through fragments of deerhide" for such facts, Wintermark's history is not held in musty books. As such: We encourage all Suaq scops and our hylje siblings to share the inspiring sagas of their foremother far and wide, such that we may all learn more legends of her exemplary Ambition, virtuous acts, and superhuman feats, for the pride and wisdom of our nation.
• Outcome: Upheld 156-0

Judgement 61

• Assembly: Highguard
• Raised By: Brother Luke
• Judgement: The Druj know only Fear, Hatred, and Vengeance, applied with the tool of Cruelty. Such actions are a constant test of Virtue and the temptation to respond in kind is ever-present. But we know the true Virtues. We cannot follow in our enemy's footsteps, we cannot preach Virtue and mirror our enemy's actions - such Hypocrisy weakens us all. Our Crusades will show the Druj the folly of their beliefs. We will burn their Fear from the souls under their subjugation and cleanse the earth of their miasma with the Virtuous fires of Ambition, Courage, and Loyalty. The highborn assembly calls upon our armies fighting in Zenith to be a beacon to their siblings in arms, to show them how to fight Virtuously and avoid the temptation of enacting the Druj's Cruel Actions.
• Outcome: Upheld 298-0

Judgement 64

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Sian Eternal
• Judgement: My research has discovered the path taken by Navarr, Thorn, and their companions when first creating the trods as we know them today. The route is: Miaren to Brocéliande (through Astolat) to Therunin (through Reikos), back to Miaren (through Reikos and Casinea), onwards to Liathaven (through Upwold, Mitwold, Mournwold, and Bregasland), and finally to Hercynia (through Bregaland, Kallavesa, and Hahnmark). We have built on their legacy and there are now many more trods to walk. The route is now known for those who wish to follow in the footsteps of two exemplars on a pilgrimage to appreciate the scale of Wisdom and Ambition necessary to found a nation and define its purpose.
• Outcome: Upheld 1102-36

Judgement 65

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Zero
• Judgement: Citizens in congregations whose priest does not vote or participate in synod should abandon them for another.
• Outcome: Not Upheld, 666-856

Judgement 66

• Assembly: Imperial Orc
• Raised By: Skywise Tulva
• Judgement: We firmly reject the notion that the fate of the Barrens should be decided by a reckless challenge. We will not subvert the existing legal framework for the sake of vain glory. We prove our worth through service to this Empire, spending our blood and one life on protecting all nations and saving Imperial lives. We are Loyal to the core. While Ambition leads us to the Barrens, we will not abandon our allies.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 117-0

Judgement 70

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Hildebrand von Holberg
• Judgement: The general assembly acknowledges the spontaneous dedications across the city of Holberg as miraculous and urges those gifted with them not to work toward their removal.
• Outcome: Upheld, 734-432

Judgement 73

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Brendan Brackensong
• Judgement: For years the Urizeni have shared their Prosperity with Navarr in blood and magic but they die on battlefields for lack of herbs. Let the brokers and herbalists of Navarr seek out ways to share our prosperity with Urizen and improve their herb supply.
• Outcome:Upheld 162-0

Judgement 74

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Clytemnestra
• Judgement: The Empire comes to the people of Urizen and speaks of Loyalty and sacrifice. We have sacrificed enough. The Empire has shown us they only value our army - not our people, not our home. If the armies of the Empire abandon Zenith, I urge all loyal Urizeni to support the disbanding of the Citadel Guard. The Empire will not benefit from our army if they will not save our people.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 140-0

Judgement 75

• Assembly: League
• Raised By: Erasmo di Tassato
• Judgement: In Autumn 383YE, a group of citizens travelled beneath the Mellfort in Temeschwar to investigate the aura there. As part of the investigation, a goosewhisper vision resulted in hearing voices of a school teacher from "Serenea" drinking the last wine from the vineyards destroyed by the monstrous greenery before they swore the Binding of Thorns, and of another group talking of preparing to face a monstrous creature who they had to face laughing, dancing, and singing. The mists have robbed us of the details of these visions, and we wish them recorded for posterity. If any citizen has also had these visions and can provide a written account to the Civil Service, it would be much appreciated.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 286-0

Judgement 77

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Tristan Blakeney
• Judgement: Ambition teaches us to act, to seize the moment, to do what we can today rather than holding off until tomorrow. We encourage virtuous people to act now, to seek out opportunities for virtue, love, and glory, who take ahold of them with both hands.
• Outcome: Upheld 650-252

Judgement 78

• Assembly: Highguard
• Raised By: Nekoda
• Judgement: As our cataphracts stand shoulder to shouder, as our benefactors invest their wealth, as the First Empress spread the Way across the Empire. The virtuous crusade of the Highborn armies reflects that the Virtue and Pride of the Highborn is found standing beside others in their virtuous action. As such we call all highborn to focus their time and wealth to support the prosperous action of the Marchers rebuilding the ruins of Overton and the Mournwold.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 354-42

Judgement 81

• Assembly: Ambition
• Raised By: Paulus von Holberg
• Judgement: This assembly calls on the ambitious souls of the Empire to recognise the manifest ambition of the Sandfishers' project to improve the Holberg forest of Misericorde for the betterment of the Empire. In two years, look to Misericorde for the fulfilment of the ambitious promise and ask - what next?
• Outcome: Upheld 114-0

Judgement 85

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Iniska Ashwood
• Judgement: We, the Navarr National Assembly, refute the claims that the followers of Yaw'nagrah are the "Heirs of Terunael". Terunael is DEAD, and all that is left is ashes and ruins. Navarr herself saw no purpose in bringing that failed empire back. We remind our nation that these cultists are simply that - cultists.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 188-10

Judgement 88

• Assembly: Highguard
• Raised By: Leiliel
• Judgement: Slavery is unvirtuous. It dampens Ambition and Pride. It weakens bonds of Loyalty through fear and treachery. Highguard prides itself for its virtue and actions to guide others to the Way. We must find a path to liberate those enslaved and lost to human destiny. To show the other nations what needs to be done by diplomacy and war.
• Outcome: Upheld 288-0

Judgement 89

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Solas of the Spire of the Waxing Sun
• Judgement: We should follow Varushka's example in acknowledging our history of slavery and considering what we can do now. We call upon all nations to do likewise. While we may have engaged less than other nations, it is revisionist to suggest that this did not have as much to do with our mastery of magic enabling us to find alternatives as it did with making a principled stand. The Virtuous should look for ways that our mastery could be applied to provide such alternatives to any nation or foreign power that struggles with this issue.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 160-0

Judgement 91

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Vinras
• Judgement: We wish to thank Father Drakov for his actions on behalf of Varushka. 1) He saves the souls of the people of Broken Barrow who previously worship their sovereign. He brought them into the way. 2) He is a friend and mentor to many Varushkan priests who attend and attended Anvil. 3) He lead the Grey Pilgrims as they walked the Trods in Varushka and recovered the Varushkans who joined the congregation of Yael.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 236-0

Judgement 96

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Lady Laudine Du'Lac
• Judgement: On the recommendation of the High Exorcist it is proposed than an order similar in purpose to the justicars is established. The responsibility of this new order would be to ensure a glorious victory against any spiritual threats requiring virtuous preparation.
• Outcome: Upheld 208-0

Judgement 97

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Kirenna i Veruna i Riqueza
• Judgement: Words of heresy are not heretical when they apply to humour, mirth, or other associated shenanigans and revelry.
• Outcome: Not upheld, 122-276

Judgement 98

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Annabelle Boughgarden
• Judgement: The Dawnish National Assembly wholly support and endorse virtuous and prosperous trade to recover and obtain holy relics and artefacts from the eternals of autumn, principally Callidus.
• Outcome: Upheld, 184-0

Judgement 102

• Assembly: Prosperity
• Raised By: Ophelia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
• Judgement: When the risk and damage to the Empire is considered we feel it would be unprosperous to take the Grendel up on their offer to buy our weirwood.
• Outcome: Upheld 112-0

Judgement 103

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Sister Meredith
• Judgement: The Marcher assembly would like to thank the vigilance assembly for working hand-in-hand with us regarding Whittle, even appointing a Marcher to lead the Silent Bell. We are particularly grateful that they were able to raise the judgements of condemnation when we, as a small assembly, lacked sufficient judgements to do so.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 142-0

Judgement 105

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Meri
• Judgement: On behalf of Jedediah Boon of the Ore Hills, we, the Marcher National Assembly know the importance of Marchers working their land and ask the nation to consider why only farmers are allowed to vote in our nation's elections while those who otherwise work the land - miners, foresters, herb gardeners - cannot.
• Outcome: Upheld 62-52

Judgement 107

• Assembly: League
• Raised By: Aureliana di Sarvos
• Judgement: No city of the League brings in more than 100 Thrones tax per season. Let us not rest on our laurels. Holberg may be the most fortified city, but none is yet known as the richest. Citizens of the League - let our innovators, architects, artists, and preachers use their pride in their city to encourage trade, tourism, and new settlers, and be the first to 100. May the best city win!
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 304-0

Judgement 109

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Talsis Silvercloud
• Judgement: The Guides of Navarr reflect with sadness on some of the events at Whittle - namely the killing of some citizens who were not of age to have taken their citizenship test. Where children are concerned, there must be alternatives to support them to find the Way. Rather than execution, spiritual re-education is the best course of action.
• Outcome: Upheld, 172-10

Judgement 110

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Nikodemus of Iteri
• Judgement: We, the priests of Urizen, reflect with sadness on some of the events of Whittle - namely the killing of some citizens who were not of age to have taken their citizenship test. Where children are concerned, there must be alternatives to assist them to find the Way. Rather than execution, spiritual re-education is the best course of action.
• Outcome: Upheld 114-0

Judgement 111

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Lenarius Ankarien
• Judgement: We have seen from the example of Whittle that hatred lead to nothing but eventual self destruction. The citizens of Zenith are preyed on by cultists. I call on priests of any nation who feel able, to travel to Zenith and guide them to virtue.
• Outcome: Upheld 1254-18

Judgement 112

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra
• Judgement: Following the true liao vision of Ianthe of the Suns of Couros, we now know the original purpose of the Broken Wheel was twofold. 1) to question and be willing to break social norms for the sake of virtue 2) to consider other people's beliefs and points of view. These core aspects of the Broken Wheel are for all Freeborn to consider as an exploration of the concept of "what we are not". This is open to multiple approaches of observing the festival beyond the established traditions. Those who prefer a more measured approach should consider new ways to celebrate. The wilder traditions are still valid and encouraged (crimes during Broken Wheel are still crimes! Don't do crimes!), and all should be free to celebrate as they see fit. However, the Broken Wheel loses trust for the whole nation while it is in operation, meaning those pursuing a quieter observance are unable to conduct business and pursue their ambitions. We encourage those partaking in rambunctious lies and japery to mark themselves out with a white tagelust or scarf.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority 202-0

Judgement 114

• Assembly: Prosperity
• Raised By: Heilyn Bronwen's Rest
• Judgement: Prosperous actions are those which enrich "those around them as well as the individual." As such, when dealing with others, the Prosperous consider how their actions will raise up both themselves and those they deal with.
• Outcome: Upheld, 102-0

Judgement 115

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Artis Greyholm
• Judgement: The Wintermark Assembly has heard rumours of a dangerous entity in the Kallavesi swamps. We advise Vigilance to pilgrims and residents of the marshes, to seek guidance on travel, and report any further rumours and information to the Stormcrows and priests of Wintermark.
• Outcome: Upheld 132-0

Judgement 116

• Assembly: League
• Raised By: Karo di Yedinso
• Judgement: The eternals currently have too much influence on education and construction, because of their control of the College of Engineering. As the Synod, we recommend the construction of a learned institution dedicated to virtuous endeavour to balance the influence of the eternals.
• Outcome: Upheld 162-80

Judgement 118

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Vasili
• Judgement: At the Winter Solstice, the people of Varushka killed the Volodny Gorowac, an ancient enemy of the Empire. Through Ambition, Vigilance, and Courage, a great threat has been eliminated. We show our Pride for the actions of Tomasz Strascovish and Diras Irremais and the Wisdom they have shown.
• Outcome: Upheld 168-0

Judgement 119

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Etienne de Gauvain
• Judgement: The Free Folk of Maracossa hold Saga Tejlora in the highest regard due to her virtuous actions in freeing them from slavery, bringing them a written language, and teaching them the skills to survive. We ask that Dawnish Troubadours speak to the Free Folk, learn their songs and stories, and look to any possible signs of the Exemplar in what they hear.
• Outcome: Upheld 206-0

Judgement 120

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Mazo i Zabala i Erigo
• Judgement: The Assembly of Nine showed a lack of Pride in the position of the Imperial High Bard when only 3 cardinals voted. This casts doubt on Imperial support for this position. When Cardinals are not fulfilling their duties then they should be rebuked.
• Outcome: Upheld 656-386

Judgement 122

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Cato Hypation
• Judgement: The path of virtue is one that offers redemption and a path back to virtue. The House of the Wanderer exhorts all scholars of the sword to travel to Zenith and assure any devotee of Hate seeking to repent is offered fair trial and rededication. The national assembly will not countenance another Whittle.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 148-0

Judgement 128

• Assembly: Imperial Orcs
• Raised By: Skywise Gralka
• Judgement: Should the virtue assembly become open to orc preachers, I Skywise Gralka invite those orcs to accompany me upon a pilgrimage of discovery through each in turn. We have but one life and as we travel we will gain insight relevant to our virtue.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 83-12

Judgement 130

• Assembly: League
• Raised By: Cesare Enzo di Trivento
• Judgement: The Prosperous are not selfish; all that is worthwhile is shared with those who deserve it. No nation is as prosperous than we of the League! And none are more deserving for us to share our prosperity with than the refugees of the wars our empire currently face! Let us show our pride in our good fortune and open our doors to those who need to share in it the most! Let it be known that the League knows very well that the prosperity should be shared the citizens of our empire and is not only displayed by coin but deeds as well!
• Outcome: Upheld 214-0

Judgement 131

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Pelleas Montrose
• Judgement: We advise all citizens of Dawn to judge a person on their actions, not the historic association of the Heraldic Beasts that represent them. Let this disdain remain in the past.
• Outcome: Upheld 182-0

Judgement 132

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Sindri of Hrafenhall
• Judgement: We recognise the desperation faced by those Suaq living under Jotun occupation and commend their Courage and Vigilance in refusing to whispers that would lead to dark bargains. Following the exemple of Hraefnhall, the hearths of Wintermark remain lit for their return.
• Outcome: Upheld 130-0

Judgement 134

• Assembly: Pride
• Raised By: Lady Josephine of Adina's Charge
• Judgement: The Freefolk from Marracossa have learned much of the Way and we encourage them to continue to improve their knowledge and virtue. They have many inspirational stories of their own and we wish to know more so that we can learn from them as they learn from us. Please contact Lady Josephine of Adina's Charge so we can look into if they show signs of the Exemplar and Paragon.
• Outcome: Upheld 266-0

Judgement 135

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Aristeia Starchaser
• Judgement: To those in Zenith dedicated to Hate: you did what you had to do in defence of yourselves, your souls and Zenith, but do not forget that there is always a way back to the Way. Reach out to the priests of the Empire who are here to guide you back to Virtue. It is never too late to act wisely.
• Outcome: Upheld with Greater Majority, 134-0

Judgement 137

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Alessio Sognatore
• Judgement: We of the League theatres wish to have the ambition of the late Eduardo Buschietto di Tassato Regario recognised. In spite of his many failed performances, he never wavered in his pursuits and acted as an inspiration for many within the nation. His passion and perserverence brought his ambition to the stage and may it guide him through the Labyrinth.
• Outcome: Upheld 422-32

Judgement 138

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov
• Judgement: Virtuous citizen of Imperial Ossium, remain vigilant against those who idolise auras! The auras produced by anointings and hallowings are tools to provide spiritual strength and a guide towards virtue, not trinkets to be revered or reward to be sought. We call on you to put these tools to their intended use, and to demonstrate your virtue through action.
• Outcome: Upheld with Greater Majority, 158-0

Judgement 141

• Assembly: Pride
• Raised By: Sagua i Ezmara
• Judgement: It is important to acknowledge those who help you to achieve things so as to inspire others with your pride. As such we acknowledge the labour of the koboldi and by extension King Adamant in constructing the Runic Heart of Adamant and the offer to install it despite trogoni presence at a time chosen by the Master of the Koboldi. We also acknowledge the Delver of the Depths, Torbrytan Dunning, and Brienne Stormborn of Hendal Hearth, for providing the material required. Sagua i Ezmara master of the koboldi could not have achieved its construction alone.
• Outcome: Upheld 286-38

Judgement 142

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Fintan Nighthaven
• Judgement: Thanks to damages done to sites such as turning Spiral and the library of Hacynian, knowledge that we once knew may have been lost from sources within our grasp. The Navarr national assembly encourages citizens of Navarr to bring any antiques, heirlooms, or trinkets before vates who are able to detect if any such items might have strong historical significance. that we might use to learn what has been lost
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 186-0

Judgement 143

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Nathair Autumngale
• Judgement: Courage teaches us to face an unwelcome truth like a barbarian charge. Wisdom teaches us to apply what we have learned. The Navarr national assembly submitted judgements based on information and evidence gathered at the time. Through further use of the insight ceremony the results of which are now available in civil service records and the use of day magic, we have evidence that some but not all spirits and souls are trapped within vallornspawn husks. The Navarr national assembly wishes to put this judgement forward in recognition of these discoveries and to update our previous judgement but still regard the vallorn as the greatest spiritual threat to the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 186-0

Judgement 145

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Harwyn Eternal
• Judgement: Courage tells us to despise cowardice which steers the spirit to weakness and inaction. Ambition guides us to aim high and pursue your dreams and that nothing is beyond your grasp. Now Isaella's Dance, our third army designed to combat the greatest spiritual threat is completed our focus must turn to Seren. We have the chance to shape our dance outside the vallorn. The national assembly call for a vote to be held to Summer 384. Let all Navarri decide our future. The vote is to be held via the hub.
• Outcome: Upheld with primacy 186-0

Judgement 146

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Enis Splinterspear
• Judgement: Actions speak louder than words. It is time the Marchers offered positive action in replacement of words. To expect aid and offer none in return is a mockery of the Loyalty shown between all of the Empire's nations. We recognise the intent of the Marchers to aid their allies in Navarr with the fight against the Feni in Liathaven.
• Outcome: Upheld with primacy, 186-0

Judgement 148

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra
• Judgement: We believe that our history is important. We should use the opportunity presented by past life visions to investigate the mysteries of our past, rather than just record the knowledge and not act upon it.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 190-0

Judgement 149

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Azahar
• Judgement: Whenever a new Freeborn senator is elected, it should be tradition for them to take Syrah from the Pitcher of Courage. The Pitcher can be found in the Little Quzar.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 180-0

Judgement 150

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Rocio i Fijadoz i Guerra
• Judgement: The Brass Coast has had to pay a terrible price this year. First ceding Feroz, and now having to evacuate. But do not think that Feroz is forgotten! We have just funded a new Justicar ministry in Feroz, we would not do that if we were planning on leaving it in the hands of the Grendel! Feroz is not lost, it is waiting - we will be back!
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 190-0

Judgement 152

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Rhaego i Zemress
• Judgement: We encourage all Imperial citizens to come forward to share any evidence of Zemress' actions or deeds that would constitute paragonhood. Prosperity provides.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 190-0

Judgement 154

• Assembly: Nine
• Raised By: Viviane de Coeurdefer
• Judgement: That the Nine trust our Gatekeepers and believe in their work. We also respect Senate and the will of the General Assembly. In Vigilance, we will watch the process of Rewarding for the dose of True Liao from the Lepidean University and support this in virtue for a year before considering any further change.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 7-0

Judgement 155

• Assembly: Nine
• Raised By: Astrid Rezia
• Judgement: The candidates for High Bard this year are exceptional, demonstrating the Glory, Arete, and Art of the Empire. We celebrate all of them, and encourage all citizens to listen to them and their words.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 7-0

Judgement 156

• Assembly: Nine
• Raised By: Clarice Novarion
• Judgement: We agree with Catalina Novarion that both the Empire and Sumaah preach the True Virtues. Where we have differences of opinion, we still acknowledge our shared Ambition to spread the Way and guide souls in Virtue. When preaching in the Sarcophan Delves, priests of the Empire will not impede priests of Sumaah in preaching the virtues.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 7-0

Judgement 157

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Friar John of the Mourn
• Judgement: The Military Council call on us to prioritise other courses than raiding Skallahn. For those who feel that their virtue demands them to go, we ask that you seek out and raid military targets. Treat Jotun graves and spiritual sites with the respect you would have ours treated. Though they are our foe, the Jotun have often shown us such respect.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 152-0

Judgement 158

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Friar Hugh
• Judgement: Marchers are defined by working the land. If we do not work it we do not own it. Fisher's ancestors left their lands much as we did when we left Dawn. We have no claim on those lands so why should she on ours? Anyone of Marcher ancestry is welcome to return and earn land through hard work as free Marchers, instead of serving under Mathilda Fisher, who wishes to be queen in all but name.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy 152-0

Judgement 159

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Henry Fletcher
• Judgement: We have heard of instances where folk of Bregasland have been destroying their homes and possessions so they don't fall into invaders hands. We suggest that instead any possessions are instead sold or donated to army whenever possible.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 132-0

Judgement 160

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Tom Keeper
• Judgement: There is no Convener of the Marcher Assembly but many Conveners. We ask those that would donate white granite to create the convener title to instead donate it to the Bounder's Hall. Defending Marcher lands from thieves matters more than a few more synod votes.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 132-0

Judgement 161

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Nicholas Reaper
• Judgement: During next summit an enchantment will be worked that will offer opportunity to engage with the ghosts in the Mourn. The Marches invite exorcists and other interested parties to participate in this most virtuous endeavour.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy 162-0

Judgement 162

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Friar William Oswinson
• Judgement: After insighting the Militia, I have found them to be of virtuous nature and that in their duties they are just therefore should be treated as such.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 162-0

Judgement 163

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Warden Doubravka
• Judgement: The knights and armies of Dawn have stood with Varushka to crush the Druj and help bring the people of Ossium into the light of the Way. Varushka, repay their Loyalty and Courage. We should enter the competition for the Barrens and stand beside Dawn. Fight with them to reclaim their land.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 204-0

Judgement 164

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Ethelfrith Sigeling
• Judgement: We believe it would be against the tenets of Wisdom to build a Fane without the advice of the Imperial Conclave, given that alternative solutions to the Empire's problems are available. Wisdom tells us to act on what we know; but you our senators know that advice is coming. Wait for it.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 238-0
• The Tribune notes that due to an administrative error, this Judgement raised on the Friday evening was given the same reference as another. At the end of the summit, a new reference was assigned.

Mandate

The following mandates were passed during the Spring Equinox. Where there are competing mandates, the one that passes with the largest margin is successful and all other competing mandates are considered to have failed.

Judgement 5

• Assembly: Loyalty
• Raised By: Anastasiya Volkov
• Judgement: No priest can tell you who or what to be Loyal to, but can support you in those bonds. We urge pilgrims to know their heart and what commands its devotion above all else. We send Anastasiya Volkov with 75 doses of liao to warn pilrgims against those who seek to compel their loyalty and urge them to keep faith with those they are loyal to, whatever it takes.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 434-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Equivocate the past Wind of Fortune. It makes the effects of a previous Loyalty mandate permanent.

Judgement 15

• Assembly: Vigilance
• Raised By: Gaelen Embercast
• Judgement: You don't call for the magistrate if your house is on fire. Threshers should deal with sorcerers by any means necessary. We send Gaelen Embercast with 25 doses of liao to remind everyone that the Vigilant despise that which threatens what they watch over.
• Outcome: Upheld 186 - 84 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Fixing what is broken Wind of Fortune. It rouses the threshers, and provokes a resurgence of their old traditions.

Judgement 31

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Killian Mortére
• Judgement: Pride demands the sternest measures in battle and crusade. We should stand shoulder to shoulder with our heroic comrades of Highguard and declare death to the Druj and an ending of their empire. We send Killian Mortére with 15 doses of liao to encourage Dawnish military captains not to go raiding in Skallahn but instead to look east and the close and glorious conquest of the Barrens!
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority (266 - 24) Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the By fountains, by fishes wind of fortune. It urges Dawnish military and fleet captains to eschew the raid into Skallahn.

Judgement 46

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Ranae de Rondel
• Judgement: Adelmar the Lion built the first Academy of Arms in Urizen. he knew Ambition transcended considerations of nation, and recognised only commitment to the zeal to be better. This Academy and all those others built across the Empire, shows the importance of leaving a lasting legacy to inspire others. We send Ranae de Rondel with a dose of true liao and four crowns to consecrate the shrine of the armsmaster on the slopes of Mount Siluri.
• Outcome: Upheld 1060 - 164 True Liao Provided
• Notes: Enacted The Shrine of the Armsmaster was consecrated with true liao. Further details can be found in the Build up my body wind of fortune,

Judgement 49

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Elagabala
• Judgement: The Courageous face unwelcome truths as boldly as a barbarian charge; Zenith needs the power of the armies and military units presently there to effectively establish a beachhead. We send Elagabala with 75 liao to encourage those in Zenith to keep up with the virtuous crusade begun by the Highborn and show that when strength is brought against weakness, victory is ours.
• Outcome: Upheld 984-176 No Liao Provided
• Notes: Not Enacted This opportunity is detailed in the Set a twisted thing straight Wind of Fortune, and would have discouraged armies from leaving Zenith.

Judgement 51

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Severi Yarlmarison
• Judgement: The Dunsfall sinkhole is a threat that needs to be faced by the bravest heroes of Wintermark. We send Saavi Aanasdottir with 25 doses of liao to urge those Winterfolk brave enough to risk the claws of the Trogoni to make a name for themselves.
• Outcome: Upheld 190-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the One side stone, one side fire Wind of Fortune. When the Red Door is placed, every Wintermark military unit that takes part in the expedition into its depths will gain a bonus and if the expedition goes deep enough some of the secrets of the sinkhole may be recovered.

Judgement 54

• Assembly: Prosperity
• Raised By: Darian Numbers
• Judgement: There are three things that should never be made:food that goes uneaten, coin that goes unspent, and magic that goes unused. We send Heilyn Bronwen's Rest with 25 liao to Therunin to urge all prosperous citizens to seek out new opportunities for commerce and development in their lands, putting forward their proposals for consideration at the next summit. To look at the forest, docks, and neighbours to fully realise the opportunities at hand.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 240-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Apples from a tree wind of fortune. Followers of Prosperity who dwell in Therunin will seek opportunities to develop trade and commerce in their lands so that suitable proposals could be put forward for consideration at the following summit at Anvil.

Judgement 76

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Tobias Field
• Judgement: To conquer the Barrens would bring Glory that will never be forgotten in our lifetime, to beat the Highborn to the prize would be a tale so glorious it will echo down the Labyrinth for generations. We send Tobias Field, with 50 doses of liao to urge every Dawnish soldier to embrace the greatest opportunity for Glory they will ever have!!!
• Outcome: Upheld 186-12 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Set a twisted thing straight Wind of Fortune. Every Dawnish army is able to issue the triumphant charge order while campaigning in the Barrens. If any Dawnish army issues orders to conduct a forced march, a triumphant charge, or attacks no matter the cost, then the option to order a triumphant charge will be available next season.

Judgement 79

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Ser Dindrane
• Judgement: As our armies marched gloriously into the unknown when they lead the conquest of Ossium, so our heroes should seek glory in the unknown forests of the north. The wagon raiders of Varushka have shown us that there is treasure in the haunted woods of the Mallum - let us show them the greatest treasure of all: Glory! We send Ser Dindrane with 25 doses of liao to urge every Questing Knight, Knight-Errant, and every seeker after adventure to test themselves against the Druj in Ossium and the Forest of Ulnak.
• Outcome: Upheld 104-80 Liao provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Blood makes noise Wind of Fortune. For the next year any military unit can take the Seek Glory in the Twisted Woods action.

Judgement 86

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Lochias
• Judgement: Wisdom teaches us to despise folly and chastise those who spread it. This raid is folly and we send Lochias with 15 liao to chastise any military captains who contemplate joining it.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 162-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity can be found in the By fountains, by fishes wind of fortune. It urges Urizeni military and fleet captains not to take part in the raid into Skallahn.

Judgement 93

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Father Drakov
• Judgement: Our land leaves us no time for fools or wastrels. We will give hospitality to those who do not have the full support of the Synod, but they can go when morning breaks. We send Father Drakov with 50 liao to urge every Varushkan citizen to heed only those mandates that have earned our respect.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 236-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Hard and suspecting wind of fortune. From now on, any mandate that does not pass with a greater majority will have limited or no effect on Varushka or Varushkan citizens.

Judgement 94

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Boyarina
• Judgement: Prosperity tells us to despise the thieving bandit! The boyar of Isember has taken our wealth and betrayed us. We send the Boyarina with 25 liao to urge any Varushkan who can to join us and make the brigands pay the ultimate price.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 236-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Blood makes noise Wind of fortune. It focuses the attention of Varushkan military units on the opportunity to solve the Isember problem, and applies penalties to do almost anything else.

Judgement 99

• Assembly: Urizen
• Raised By: Aurum of the Nightingale Temple
• Judgement: Do not fear to act; only be shamed by inaction. We send Aurum with 50 doses of liao to spread the world that the Citadel Guard has returned to Zenith. Let all who have the Courage to act join our banner - we will not depart this place until the Druj are defeated.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 134-26 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Set a twisted thing straight Wind of Fortune. It provides additional strength to the Citadel Guard, but with a potential cost if the army leaves Zenith.

Judgement 100

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Jenny Arbor
• Judgement: The Empire has heard our anger; if a sorcerer curses the Empire again then Imperial justice will be swift and final. We send Jenny Arbor with 25 doses of liao to urge threshers, landskeepers, and Marchers to deal with sorcerers lawfully and to put their faith in the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 142-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This opportunity is detailed in the Fixing what is broken Wind of Fortune. This mandate inspires threshers to re-engage with Marcher society and with the wider Empire. It ends fears that the Conclave might rescind the interdiction on the curse of Rivers Run Red. If any Imperial lands are hit with more territory-wide curses and nothing is done, then the issue is likely to resurface and with considerable anger behind it. If Marchers die due to curses cast on the lands and it is well known who did it and Imperial law does nothing... then the best word to describe the resulting mood would be "apoplectic".

Judgement 144

• Assembly: Navarr
• Raised By: Meredith Nighthaven
• Judgement: Wisdom teaches us to despise folly and chastise those who spread it. The Skallahn raid is folly and we send Meredith Nighthaven with 15 liao to chastise any military captains who contemplate joining it.
• Outcome: Upheld with a Greater Majority, 186-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: Enacted. This mandate urges Navarr military and fleet captains to eschew the raid into Skallahn. Navarr military units and fleets that go on the raid will be 50% less effective, receive 50% less reward, and be unable to acquire any rare resources, but the nation will not suffer any penalty from the raid. You can learn more in the By fountains, by fishes wind of fortune.

Judgement 151

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Raphael i Zamora i Riqueza
• Judgement: While raiding is a proud tradition of the Brass Coast, Vigilance calls to protect those you care about above all else. We send Raphael i Zamora i Riqueza with 15 liao to encourage the military captains of the Brass Coast to follow the example of Guerra and liberate all those who are held unwillingly in Feroz, instead of raiding for Profit.
• Outcome: Upheld with Greater Majority, 190-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: Enacted. This mandate urges Freeborn military and fleet captains to eschew the raid into Skallahn. Freeborn military units and fleets that go on the raid will be 50% less effective, receive 50% less reward, and be unable to acquire any rare resources, but the nation will not suffer any penalty from the raid. You can learn more in the By fountains, by fishes wind of fortune.

Judgement 153

• Assembly: Loyalty
• Raised By: Veikko Bondforger
• Judgement: No priest can tell you what to be loyal to. Using the Eyes of Loyalty we endorse the following mandate (99). Do not fear to act; only be shamed by inaction. We send Veikko Bondforger with 25 doses of liao to spread the world that the Citadel Guard has returned to Zenith. Let all who have the Courage to act join our banner - we will not depart this place until the Druj are defeated.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 328-0 Liao Provided
• Notes: This mandate supports and enhances the effect of Judgement 99. You can learn more in Like a hurricane Wind of Fortune.

Evaluation

The Synod made the following judgements of excommunication, inquisition, revocation, and sanction.

Judgement 13

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Maarit Suvidottir
• Judgement: Inquisition. Inspired by the Inquisition of Lisabetta as my first action as Courage inquisitor I call Clarice Novarion, Cardinal of Courage, to Inquisition about the virtues of her actions. At the Novarion tent in Dawn at her earliest convenience after her meeting with Sumaah Saturday evening
• Outcome: Upheld 106-0

Judgement 22

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Silas of the Cenotaph
• Judgement: Inquisition. To question and gain Wisdom and understand their application of Wisdom regarding their interaction with Feni in Upwold. I summon Thea of the Navigators of Virtue at 2pm on Saturday in the Highguard Chapel.
• Outcome: Upheld, 152-0

Judgement 24

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Galeas Seeker
• Judgement: Inquisition. Galeas Seeker calls the Imperial Inquisitor Galene Netherwatch to Inquisition regarding their position as Imperial Inquisitor and the failings of the Inquisitorial Court.
• Outcome: Upheld 844-86

Judgement 25

• Assembly: Way
• Raised By: Ashborn Pakt
• Judgement: Inquisition. To call Yulia of the Red Ravens to Inquisition. Saturday 6pm. To discuss matters of virtue relating to the Thule treaty.
• Outcome: Upheld 158-10

Judgement 40

• Assembly: Vigilance
• Raised By: Ser Ancél Watcher
• Judgement: Inquisition. My assembly calls forth Caiphas of the Marches to inquisition, Let him sit before the eyes of the Vigilant who shall judge his Virtue. At the sixth hour at House Orzel tent.
• Outcome: Upheld 98-0

Judgement 55

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Palladous of Highwood
• Judgement: Inquisition. Ciaphas "Black Jack" Decker is called to inquisition at 3pm at Merricks in the Marches at this Summit.
• Outcome: Upheld, 44-0

Judgement 56

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Rafe
• Judgement: Inquisition. To examine the Courage of Yulia Kasimirova Voronov I call her to Inquisition at 19:00 at the circle of Zulgan Tash. Regarding the events leading to their revocation.
• Outcome: Upheld, 110-0

Judgement 63

• Assembly: Ambition
• Raised By: Alfmund Fordwinsson
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Bohemend de Rondell to Inquisition at 8pm on Saturday at the deRondell camp to judge the virtue in their pursuit of the Throne.
• Outcome: Upheld, 96-0

Judgement 68

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Tiana i Zaydan i Riqueza
• Judgement: Vindication. Escalation. Following a heated and intense Inquisition, Esteban i Dal Rio Blanco i Guerra is vindicated regarding his actions in relation to being ambassador to the Grendel. Inquisition carried out by Tanith i Fijadoz i Guerra, on the virtue of Pride. Esteban rightly argued that the Freeborn know that everything has its price, and we pride ourselves on knowing the value of something. In paying the price of Feroz and Spiral in establishing peace with the Grendel, we achieve a reprieve for our armies there, enabling them to defend the other borders of the Empire with renewed vigour. By our sacrifice are our neighbours kept safe. That's something we can be proud of. Can't argue with that.
• Outcome: Upheld. 64-30

Judgement 71

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: El von Holberg
• Judgement: Inquisition The Courage Assembly calls Senator Radomiv Ivanovic Volhov of Volodmartz to the Hub at 1pm Sunday (date and time as agreed by w/Volkov)
• Outcome: Upheld 62-0

Judgement 83

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Elias
• Judgement: Inquisition. The Wintermark Assembly calls Desmond Argonning (going by the name "Red-Bear") to appear for questioning at a date and location to his convenience at the next summit.
• Outcome: Upheld, 108-0

Judgement 84

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Galene Netherwatch
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Andronikos of the Lighthouse of Nikephoros, Senator of Redoubt, to Inquisition at 9pm, Friday of the Summer Solstice YE384 at the Sentinel's Repose.
• Outcome: Upheld automatically

Judgement 87

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Maarit Suvidottir
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Vuk "The Wolfeater" Senator for Karov to Inquisition concerning events of Winter 383 and the Thule deal and events around it. At 11:30am Sunday at the Varushkan hearth fire.
• Outcome: Upheld, 72-0

Judgement 90

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Silas of the Cenotaph
• Judgement: Vindication. I have found Thea of the Navigators of Virtue to have acted in Wisdom during Imperial Business in Upwold. She has continuously shown, in the time since that she wanted as many people to know the lessons she has learned. May she inspire such virtue in those around her.
• Outcome: Upheld, 74-0

Judgement 92

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Nikolai Petrovitch
• Judgement: Inquisition. We call the Inquisition Alderei the Fair regarding their planned actions for the Iron Helms next season. Time: 13:45 Sunday, Place: Varushkan hearth
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 236-0

Judgement 95

• Assembly: Varushka
• Raised By: Radim Mirkovich Strazcovich
• Judgement: Inquisition. To call Lenochka to Inquisition at 1pm Sunday at the Varushkan hearth, regarding the content of her statement (number 59)
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 236-0

Judgement 101

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Ludwig Faust
• Judgement: Inquisition. To call Vesna "Sparrow" Borkova to Inquisition. To clarify her actions and position in regard to recent Thule negotiations.
• Outcome: Upheld. 62-0

Judgement 104

• Assembly: Marches
• Raised By: Friar Rosemary Stamp
• Judgement: Revocation. We hereby revoke Jack Flint from the role of General of the Strong Reeds. He has resigned this position and as he is unable to attend Anvil this summit he must be revoked to allow the selection of his replacement. We thank him for his courage and wisdom in this role.
• Outcome: Upheld with Primacy, 142-0

Judgement 108

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Luca i Taziel i Riqueza
• Judgement: Inquisition. Chiara i Zayden i Riqueza is called to inquisition to judge the virtue of their signature on the treaty with the Thule at 2pm Saturday, Summer 384YE, at the Hub
• Outcome: Upheld, 144-0

Judgement 113

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Heilyn Bronwen's Rest
• Judgement: Inquisition. As the Basilisk of the Bourse, I call Bartimeus to Inquisition at the Zenith Ascendant camp at 10:00 Sunday
• Outcome: Upheld automatically

Judgement 117

• Assembly: Vigilance
• Raised By: Ser Ancél Watcher
• Judgement: Penance. Following the Inquisition of Caiphas "Black Jack" of the Marches, I Ser Ancel find that while he was not actively unvirtous, his actions lacked virtue that he could adequately display. He accepts that he is not above the will of the Synod and under my advice accepts a penance is appropriate for his misgivings. For a year he shall take a non-Marcher Vigilance priest as his spiritual guidance, learn more of true vigilance and do all that he can do to display his learnings throughout the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld, 70-0

Judgement 121

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Rafe
• Judgement: Vindication. On Inqusition of Yulia Kasimirova Varonov regarding the events leading to her revocation. It is found that their actions did not lack courage or exhibit cowardice.
• Outcome: Upheld 116-0.

Judgement 123

• Assembly: Way
• Raised By: Ashborn Pakt
• Judgement: Penance. Yulia of the Red Ravens has acted both virtuously and unvirtuously during the events regarding the negotiation and ratification of the Thule Treaty. Her actions showed Loyalty to the land and military of the Empire with the sacrifice of her own home to the Thule. However she has failed in Wisdom - calculating the treaty entirely as a "land for land" calculation. In doing so the Empire is now legally bound to aid and abet the Unvirtuous act of slavery. She failed to ask the right question. As penance she should pay 5 Thrones to virtue fund next year.
• Outcome: Upheld, 123-20

Judgement 124

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Palladius
• Judgement: Inquisition. Palladias of Highwatch call Father Drakov to inquisition in the Vor'azi tent at 11am of the Saturday 384 summit, over his claims to be an exemplar.
• Outcome: Upheld, 210-0

Judgement 125

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Palladius
• Judgement: Penance. I find the actions of Caiphas "Black Jack" Dekar were rooted in virtue, but they failed to fully consider the duties of other in interaction therof. Ciaphas' penance shall be to drink cider made from bitter apples as will likely grow in the remains of Whittle.
• Outcome: Upheld, 146-36

Judgement 126

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Galeas Seeker
• Judgement: Penance. Of all the members of the Inquisitorial Court, Galene Netherwatch seems to be the most dedicated to their task. Since her appointment as Wisdom Inquisitor she has striven to embody the role and perform it to its utmost even while learning on the job. In comparison, the Inqusitorial Court is lacking such dedication. The additional judgement is often left unused and positions have remained vacant for several seasons. As the head of the Court, the Imperial Inquisitor bears some responsibility for this. As Loyalty Inquisitor, I charge Galene Netherwatch to join me in uplifting and reforming the Court encouraging new growth and improvement so that Virtue's fields are not left fallow.
• Outcome: Upheld 706-222

Judgement 127

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Galeas Seeker
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Vindictus, Inquisitor of Vigilance, to Inquisition regarding their apparent lack of action, their lack of coordination and communication of the Inquisitorial Court, and their lack of judgements of inquisitions since their election (especially and including the one provided by title). Inquisition to occur Friday of the Summer Solstice 384YE at a place to be determined.
• Outcome: Upheld, 866-48

Judgement 129

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Rhaego i Zemress
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Zaccai of Urizen to answer for their involvement with the condemned heretic Santana i Guerra at the Summer Solstice on Friday evening (9pm) I request the assistance of Silas of the Cenotaph if willing and able. Location: Hub, Prosperity provides.
• Outcome: Upheld, 960-11

Judgement 133

• Assembly: Ambition
• Raised By: Alfmund Fordwinsson
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call to inquisition Bronn "the Warden" Dunwolf to judge the virtue in their pursuit of the Imperial Throne. The flames of their ambition will be judged at 9pm on Friday of the Summer Solstice to Dunhearth Hall, Wintermark.
• Outcome: Upheld, 70-0

Judgement 147

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Claude Cutter
• Judgement: Inquisition. The Auditor of the Senate will inquisit Flavio Capra von Holberg, Senator for Holberg. Meeting at 11am on Saturday of the Summer Summit. Virtue to be tested and proved!
• Outcome: Upheld automatically

Judgement 165

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Vauraus Korppitkotka
• Judgement: Inquisition. I call Tyr of Hendel hearth to Inquisition at Lumi's Tea House at 6pm on the Saturday of the Spring Equinox 384YE. The priests of Wintermark wish to examine what signs of being an exemplar of Prosperity he has shown.
• Outcome: Upheld with primacy, 238-0
• The Tribune notes that due to an administrative error, this Judgement raised on the Friday evening was given the same reference as another. At the end of the summit, a new reference was assigned.

Recognition

There were no judgements of recognition during the Spring Equinox.

Appointment

At the Summit, the following appointments were proposed by the Assemblies of the Synod. You can find the names of citizens who currently hold Imperial titles in the Synod here.

Judgement 1

• Assembly: Ambition
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Cardinal
• Outcome: Upheld. Viviane de Coeurdefer received 118 votes.

Judgement 2

• Assembly: Vigilance
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Cardinal
• Outcome: Upheld. Gaelen Embercast received 116 votes; Sir Ancel Watcher received 78 votes.

Judgement 14

• Assembly: Wintermark
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appoint Watcher of Britta's Pool
• Outcome: Upheld. Rafe received 44 votes; Saavi Aanasdottir received 36 votes; Ilhelm received 34 votes; Artis Greyholm received 14 votes

Judgement 17

• Assembly: Pride
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Virtue Inquisitor
• Outcome: Upheld. Genoveva Barossa di Tassato received 242 votes; Brother Olyvar of Esther's Sanctum received 40 votes.

Judgement 19

• Assembly: Highguard
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Lepidean Librarian
• Outcome: Upheld. Jared of the Suns of Couros received 166 votes; Hazelponi of the Shattered Tower received 154 votes; Caleb of the Cenotaph received 60 votes; Lady Josephine of Adina's Charge received 20 votes.

Judgement 21

• Assembly: Nine
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the High Bard
• Outcome: Upheld. Eudoxia "Zero" of the Temple of the Wanderer received 2 votes; Halwyn Splitroot received 1 vote; Frith Sieeling, Mazo i Zabala i Erigo, Wulfmere Dunhold, Kalina Jadwigowna Pionkowa, Ser Ozren de Orzel, Eira Larksong, and Protectorate Rile each received 0 votes

Judgement 26

• Assembly: Loyalty
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Virtue Inquisitor
• Outcome: Upheld. Galeas Seeker received 74 votes. Aurum of the Nightingale Temple receives 62 votes.

Judgement 27

• Assembly: Dawn
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Voice of the Twin Roses
• Outcome: Upheld. Estienne deGauvain received 58 votes; The Earl of Fools received 50 votes; Lady Mera de Coeurdefer received 36 votes; Pelleas Montrose received 24 votes; Lady Kaywenn Du Launcet received 22 votes; Annabelle Bough-Garden received 10 votes; Amicia Peddlar and Thomas de Rondell received 0 votes each.

Judgement 34

• Assembly: Nine
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Auditor of Senatorial Accountability
• Outcome: Upheld. Claude Cutter received 4 votes; Arturo di Sarvos received 0 votes.

Judgement 35

• Assembly: Brass Coast
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of Liason to the Temple in Nemoria
• Outcome: Upheld. Nemisio i Riqueza received 54 votes.

Judgement 41

• Assembly: Wisdom
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Cardinal
• Outcome: Upheld. Clytemnestra received 288 votes; appointed by a greater majority

Judgement 42

• Assembly: Pride
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Champion
• Outcome: Upheld. Lady Kaywenn du Launcet received 106 votes; Jedediah Boon of the Ore Hills received 92 votes; Ser Ozren de Orzel received 74 votes

Judgement 44

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Guardian of Britta's Memorial
• Outcome: Upheld. Sister Sarah of the Suns of Couros received 54 votes; Ruth of the Cenotaph received 28 votes.

Judgement 62

• Assembly: Courage
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Champion
• Outcome: Upheld. El von Holberg received 94 votes; Maggie Potts received 8 votes.

Judgement 69

• Assembly: Vigilance
• Raised By: Tribune
• Judgement: Appointment of the Champion
• Outcome: Upheld. Ravadi Founders' Dance received 152 votes; Friar William Oswinson received 30 votes; Hector of Tropaion received 12 votes; Lady Laudine duLac received 8 votes.

Rewarding

The following judgements of rewarding were proposed during the Spring Equinox.

Judgement 3

• Assembly: Genearl
• Raised By: Illya Nikovitch Volkov
• Judgement: It is the ambition of Illya Nikovitch Volkov to anoint the Maze of Zoria and to finally give the renowned paragon of Wisdom an Inspirational Tomb. We award the dose of True Liao provided by the Lepidean University to Illya Nikovitch Volkov for this endeavour.
• Outcome: Not Upheld - withdrawn (208-218 at time it was withdrawn). Scrutiny was extended to 2pm Sunday by the Cardinal of Loyalty.

Judgement 4

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra
• Judgement: Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra wishes to raise this judgement to remove 7 Thrones from the virtue fund as is within her role of High Exorcist. To use to help the Empire in its upcoming summit and battles both in and out of Anvil.
• Outcome: Upheld automatically, 7 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 6

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Corey Wayfarer
• Judgement: I, Corey Wayfarer, ask for a rewarding of one (1) dose of True Liao for myself. As Gatekeeper of Ambition I commit that this will be handed out with the other doses of True Liao as per Viviane de Coeurdefer's statement of principle (judgement 88) on Winter 382YE.
• Outcome: Not Upheld (398-526)

Judgement 10

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Herminius, House of the Wanderer
• Judgement: Hatred has taken root in Zenith. I alongside other members of Urizen have begun acting against the cultists. With the assistance of the Archmage of Night I will meet with several affected Urizeni citizens at this summit to bring the back to the path of Virtue. I request 10 thrones from the virtue fund to purchase liao and other materials which will aid in this endeavour.
• Outcome: Upheld, 604-96, 10 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 18

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Pontus Figures
• Judgement: The opportunity to bring new societies into the Empire and the Way is rare and virtuous. Salvation is a mark of the exemplar. We propose to use the virtue fund to purchase 6 wains of Mithril in order to construct the Ethangraw's Armoury in party. Further Mithril will be required but once complete the Ethangraw will join the Imperial Orc nation. We ask for 36 Thrones.
• Outcome: Upheld 408-192, 36 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 38

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Rafael Barossa di Tassato
• Judgement: To provide the Grandmaster of the Sevenfold Path (currently Rafael Barossa di Tassato) with 110 Crowns with which to fully fund the operation of the Order's ministry. This will help members of the Sevenfold Path to ensure the powers of the Conclave are deployed in the line with the Way of Virtue by allowing them to speak in Conclave - most members have Congregations rather than Mana Sites and thus cannot fund their own participation. NB: it costs 125 Crowns to fully fund the Ministry, however the incumbent is funding the remainder in cooperation with the Bursar of the Conclave. As a reminder the Order of the Sevenfold Path exists to: encourage the use of magic in understanding and supporting human destiny; ensure the powers of the Conclave are deployed in line with the Way of Virtue; build a bridge between the Conclave and the priests of the Synod.
• Outcome: Upheld 1098-234 (Margin 864), 13 Thrones paid out by the Tribune as insufficient funds remained

Judgement 47

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Estella di Sarvos
• Judgement: The First Spark Carta seeks 5 Thrones to further the Ambitious of citizens new to Anvil. The funds will equip newcomers with anointings to safely pass the Sentinel Gate and sow the seeds of their future achievements for the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld 540-172, 2 Thrones, 2 Crowns and 17 Rings paid by the Tribune as insufficient funds remained

Judgement 50

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Alcuin
• Judgement: To reward Alcuin with 5 Thrones as proxy Seer of the Gateway.
• Outcome: Upheld automatically, 5 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 67

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Tiana i Zayden i Riqueza
• Judgement: Prosperity teaches us that those who work hard should be paid for their labours. I ask a rewarding of 25 Thrones be distributed equally to those virtuous fleet captains who answered the Assembly of Nine's call to bring the orcs of the Axou cities to the Empire to live free of the shadow of slavery.
• Outcome: Upheld 634-100, 25 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 72

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Faber Aerarius
• Judgement: I alongside other citizens of Urizen seek the truth of events around Urizen joining the Empire and Sulemaine i Taziel. I request seven Thrones to release the existing report commissioned by Severin von Holberg on the above.
• Outcome: Upheld 342-154, 7 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 80

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Irada von Temeschwar
• Judgement: I, Irada on Temeschwar, gatekeeper of Vigilance, on behalf of the unanimous gatekeepers believe that Ranae de Rondell should receive a dose of true liao from the virtue fund to consecrate the shrine of Adelmar the lion to inspire the youth and future of the Empire.
• Outcome: Upheld 592-92, 1 dose of True Liao distributed by the Tribune

Judgement 82

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Aureliana di Sarvos
• Judgement: The Imperial Chaplain Consular requests 5 Thrones from the Virtue fund to supply the ambassadors of the Empire with teachings on the signs and effects of false virtue auras that they may encounter during visits from foreign nations.
• Outcome: Upheld Automatically, 5 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 106

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Martin Orchard
• Judgement: The Synod has declared the vallorn to be the greatest spiritual threat to the Empire. The spies sent to Liathaven have done invaluable work in exposing the Heirs of Terunael and countering their sorcerous works to empower the vallorn. I claim the 15 Thrones from the Virtue Fund to be distributed among the captains who supported this Vigilant work. Prosperity demands fair reward for your labour. For those who risked life, limb, even the trapping of their spirit, a Throne seems barely enough. Thank them.
• Outcome: Upheld 540-62, 15 Thrones paid by the Tribune

Judgement 136

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Ahshen i Fiel i Guerra
• Judgement: We award Matteo Freewolf of the Navarr, formerly Matteo i Tamerlin i Guerra, 1 Throne out of the Virtue fund for an outstanding display of Courage and Loyalty. Matteo stayed behind after a retreat was called on a daring night skirmish in order to singlehandedly and successfully rescue the virtuous Mira and Ira i Tracado i Zemress from the clutches of the Grendel.
• Outcome: Upheld 740-108 (Margin 632), no funds disbursed as none remained in the Virtue Fund after Judgements with greater margin were paid

Judgement 139

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Zbigniew Mrakovna
• Judgement: To reward Hugh Farrier of House de Minos 1 Throne in recognition of their organisation of Dawnish independent captains to support wagon raiding efforts against the hated Mallum orcs in Ossium. It is Hugh's ambition to see every one of these orcs consigned to the abyss, and we hope he gets to see that realised.
• Outcome: Upheld 488-126 (Margin 362), no funds disbursed as none remained in the Virtue Fund after Judgements with greater margin were paid

Judgement 140

• Assembly: General
• Raised By: Zivka Mrakovna
• Judgement: To reward Nathair Autumngale of Navarr 3 Thrones for their tireless efforts during the last season to coordinate and supply Navarri guides as they reached out to the isolated former-slave settlements in Ossium. By helping these new Imperial citizens find which nation they will thrive best in, Nathair has allowed virtue to blossom that might otherwise have been stunted.
• Outcome: Upheld 714-102 (Margin 612), no funds disbursed as none remained in the Virtue Fund after Judgements with greater margin were paid

The Virtue Fund

The following represents the Virtue Fund of the Synod:

Starting Value	60 Thrones, 2 Crowns, 11 Rings
Rewarding	7 Thrones	Rewarding to Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra following Judgement 4 being automatically upheld.
Income	7 Rings	Donation by the Tribune.
Rewarding	10 Thrones	Rewarding to Herminius of the House of the Wanderer following Judgement 10 being upheld.
Rewarding	36 Thrones	Rewarding to Pontus Figures following Judgement 18 being upheld.
Rewarding	5 Thrones	Rewarding to Alcuin following Judgement 50 being automatically upheld.
Rewarding	2 Thrones, 2 Crowns, 17 Rings	Rewarding to Estella di Sarvos following Judgement 47 being upheld (insufficient funds for full rewarding).
Income	55 Thrones	The price paid in the Bourse Auction for the dose of True Liao.
Rewarding	5 Thrones	Rewarding to Aureliana Perpetua Nicasia Saverio di Sarvos following Judgement 82 being automatically upheld.
Rewarding	25 Thrones	Rewarding to Tiana i Zaydan i Riqueza following Judgement 67 being upheld.
Rewarding	7 Thrones	Rewarding to Faber Ærarius following Judgement 72 being upheld.
Rewarding	15 Thrones	Rewarding to Brother Martin Orchard following Judgement 106 being upheld.
Rewarding	13 Thrones	Rewarding to Rafael Barossa di Tassato following Judgement 38 being upheld (insufficient funds for full rewarding).
Income	11 Rings	Donations by various Prosperous citizens.
Closing Value	11 Rings

Doses of True Liao

Five doses of True Liao were disbursed this summit:

• One dose to Tylian of Hyrst Hall by purchase in the Public Auction
• One dose in connection to the Lepidean University to Irada von Temeschwar via Judgement 80
• One dose to Danica Lydia von Temeschwar by decision of the Gatekeepers
• One dose to Rane Sherarding by decision of the Gatekeepers
• One dose to Aracelis i Erigo by decision of the Gatekeepers

Considerations

The following considerations should be borne in mind when bringing judgements before the Imperial Synod during the Spring Equinox.

• All Assemblies: Statements that prioritise the greater good over personal loyalties are less effective. Lasts until the end of the Summer Solstice 384YE. Link.
• All Assemblies: Statements that try to compel Loyalty will fail. Lasts until the end of the Summer Solstice 384YE. Link.
• All Assemblies: Revocations and Excommunications for disloyalty to the nation or Empire would risk causing dissent Lasts until the end of the Summer Solstice 384YE. Link.
• All Assemblies: Any mandate that does not pass with a greater majority will have limited or no effect on Urizen or Varushka. It is not impossible that a mandate might lead to a response in one of the two nations, but it won't lead to any immediate consequences for the people of the nation. This lasts until some new turn of events changes things. Urizen Link. Varushka Link.
• All Assemblies: No statement of principle that is about Sulemaine i Taziel will lead to a mandate. Lasts until at least the end of the Winter Solstice 384YE and potentially longer. Link.
• Virtue Assemblies: Any statement of principle in any virtue assembly will not create a mandate for that virtue assembly. If any mandate does arise, then it will need to be passed by the General Assembly. Lasts until the end of the Winter Solstice 384YE. Link.
• Highguard Assembly: for the coming year statements of principle in the Highborn Assembly that do not directly address matters of orthodoxy and false beliefs in the Empire will be significantly less likely to result in a mandate. Lasts until the end of the Summer Solstice 384YE. Link.
• Highguard and Dawn Assemblies: Statements of principle in either assembly that receive a greater majority may create opportunities in the other assembly. Lasts until the end of the Autumn Equinox 384YE Link.