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Senator

2026-01-06T17:04:35Z

Paulwilder: /* Appointment */

<quote by="Yelislaveta Vlanich of the Wychlova, Senator Miekarova"> If they need to be named, let it be on the fortifications we will build in Karsk. If there must be a monument let it be built from the skulls of our enemies! And you can stand upon it and cry out the names of your fallen as we crush those who took them from us.</quote>
==Overview==
The [[Imperial Senate]] is a representative chamber; each territory in the Empire selects a single senator according to the customs of that nation. To be eligible to return a senator, at least half of the territory must be under Imperial control. If more than half of a territory is controlled by barbarians or foreign powers, then it cannot be represented in the Senate. A territory must be part of one of the ten nations of the Empire. When new territories are captured, they are allocated to a nation by majority vote of the Senate. A territory may only return a senator who is recognized as a member of that nation by the nation's [[Egregores|egregore]].
==Responsibilities==
Officially senators represent the people of their territory and their nation in the Imperial Senate. As part of the ruling body of the Empire, senators are ultimately responsible for the well-being of the entire Empire. Collectively their duties include passing laws, assigning the Imperial budget, and appointing other Imperial titles, notably [[The Throne]] and the generals of their nation.

Senators are expected to attend at least some of the [[Senate session|Senate sessions]], and to both raise [[Senate motion|motions]] and cast their votes wisely. In doing so they must balance many competing interests; the Empire, their nation, their territory, the people who got them elected, and their own ambitions. It is rare that all these interests align and even the most virtuous senator can find themselves forced to make painful compromises.

During a sitting, a senator is expected to comport themselves with proper decorum and act respectfully toward their peers. A senator may be [[Speaker_for_the_Senate#Powers_of_Censure|sanctioned]] by the [[Speaker for the Senate]] in response to boorish or disruptive behaviour.

Following [[Responsibility for respectful silence|a decision]] of the [[Imperial Senate]], the responsibilities of a senator include calling for a moment of silence to honour the dead after any [[Casualties#Emergency_Resupply|motion for emergency resupply]] is voted on.

==Limitations==
===Military Council Prohibition===
<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: left;"><quote by="Giuseppe Sanguineo von Temeschwar, Senator for Temeschwar">And furthermore, the Druj must be destroyed.</quote></div>
Although senators choose the generals, the Senate is forbidden by the [[Imperial Constitution]] from interfering with the [[Imperial Military Council|Military Council]] under any circumstances. The constitution states that "The Military Council will execute the strategy of war without interference from the Senate." Interpretation of what constitutes 'interference' is complex, but it is always a crime for a senator to enter the Military Council chamber when it is in session. Magistrates work hard to enforce this law and senators risk harsh penalties if they break it.

Some historical scholars claim this reflects the importance the First Empress and her advisors placed on the separating the business of war from the business of politics. Less flattering interpretations point out that since the Empress (or Emperor) is a member of both chambers, this ruling also enhances the prestige and power of The Throne. This restriction supersedes even the right of [[Witness]] possessed by a Senator who is a member of the Synod.
===Abstention===
Senators do not have the power of abstention as they represent the citizens of the Empire. If they are present for a session then they are legally required to vote and face censure by the Speaker, as well as the censure of the Synod and the attention of the magistrates if they try to abstain.

Senators are permitted to miss a session entirely. In such cases they must only explain themselves to the Synod. Omission is commonly accepted by those senators who take the battlefield regularly, but those whose absence is driven by a lack of courage or prosperity risk revocation.
===Expert Witness===
Senators may not be called as expert witnesses during a Senate session, irrespective of their expertise or role in creating the motion. Senators are expected to already be present on the Senate floor and able to petition the Speaker to comment on the motion.

This ensures a clear separation between those who can propose and decide motions, and those who provide specialist insight to inform decisions. If a senator believes their knowledge is vital to the discussion, they may wish to raise the motion themselves.

==Powers==
===Member of the Senate===
Each senator is a [[Senate session#Member_of_the_Senate|member of the Senate]]. They are entitled to enter the Senate chamber at the start of a [[Senate session]] and participate in the debates.

===Representation===
Senators may cast a [[Senate_motion#Voting|vote]] on any motion that is brought before the Senate.

===Proposal===
Senators may [[Senate_motion#Proposal|propose]] a single motion for consideration by the Senate each summit.

The limitation on this legal power is on the title, not the occupant. If a new citizen is elected to the title, they cannot use the ability that summit if it has already been used.

===Executor===
If a motion requires significant decisions to be made outside the Senate chamber, then it is responsibility of the senator who proposed the motion to execute those decisions. E.g. if the Senate passes a motion to construct a dam across the Couros river in the territory of Bastion in Highguard, then any further decisions are the responsibility of the senator who proposed that motion. The dam will require materials that must be purchased from the Imperial Bourse, so the Senate may vote a budget for this project. That money is then '''given''' to the senator who proposed the motion who can use it as they see fit to attempt the goals stated in the motion.

Historically it was considered virtuous for a senator to keep any funds assigned by the Senate that are not required to carry out a motion. It was widely held that a successful senator who worked hard to secure the resources needed at a cheaper price deserves to be rewarded for their prosperity. In recent times this practice has been strongly criticized and senators have felt a heavy pressure to return unused funds. Although it is unconstitutional to legally compel a senator to return any funds, this new practice remains widespread.

===Curtailment===
A senator may call for a [[Senate_session#Curtailment|vote of curtailment]] to end the current Senate session early. Curtailment is not a motion, and the call does not need to be seconded.

A senator may only call for a vote of curtailment if they (or their legal proxy) are present in the chamber during the session, they cannot submit the request in advance.

===Proxy===
A senator is entitled to appoint a [[proxy]] who may exercise the legal powers of their office in their name.

==Appointment==
Each nation has a traditional mechanism to return a senator for a [[territory]] as shown below. Usually, but not always, the ability to directly [[Imperial_elections#Eligibility to Vote|influence the choice is limited]] to those who dwell in the territory. [[Imperial Elections|Merlot]] from the Imperial Civil Service is responsible for overseeing the appointment processes for senators and does his utmost to ensure due process is followed. When a new territory is assigned to a nation, the Imperial Civil Service consults the egregore of that nation to determine how the senator for the territory will be selected.

Senator elections take place on Saturday afternoon during a summit. If a senator dies, is revoked or abdicates their title, then the position will automatically come due for selection by [[Imperial_elections#Extraordinary_Elections|extraordinary election]] at the next summit.

A senator can be [[Revocation|revoked]] by the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly]], the appropriate [[Assembly#The_National_Assemblies|National Assembly]], and by the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]].

<quote by="Walter Brewer, senator for Upwold">Politics is like muck-spreading. No matter how much the stench turns your stomach, it still has to be done. So quit bloody whining; all that matters is what we achieve, not how we go about it. A tree is known by its fruit, not by its leaves.</quote>

If a senator is revoked or served a writ of excommunication by the Synod, dies, or abdicates their title, then the position will automatically come due for selection by [[Imperial_elections#Extraordinary_Elections|extraordinary election]] at the next summit for a limited term.

The senatorial elections for each nation are based on:
* [[The Brass Coast]] - being a dhomiro with a purse of coins
* [[Dawn]] - being a noble
* [[Highguard]] - having a Congregation (ie being in the Highborn Assembly)
* [[Imperial Orcs]] - being leader of military unit
* [[Navarr]] - having a resource
* [[The League]] - having a Business
* [[The Marches]] - being a Farmer (who votes for a Steward who decides)
* [[Urizen]] - being a magician
* [[Varushka]] - being a Wise One
* [[Wintermark]] - being in the appropriate tradition and having a coin

{{Senate Further Reading}}
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387YE Summer Solstice event schedule

2025-07-16T16:16:29Z

Paulwilder: /* Senator Elections */

==New Player Schedule==
For a list of all Player Support and New Player Meetings, please see [[New player schedule|this page]].
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==Senator Elections==
Each summit, a number of nations will elect [[Senator|senators]] for one or more of their territories to serve in the [[Imperial Senate]]. Each nation has a unique method of electing its senators. At the Spring Equinox 387YE, the following nations will elect Senators at the times listed in the table below, inside each nation's camp.
<table class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible">
<tr><th>Nation</th><th>Time</th><th>Territories with Senator elections</th><th>Notes</th></tr>
<tr><td>[[The Brass Coast leadership|Brass Coast]]</td><td>2:00pm</td><td>[[Feroz]]</td><td>Auction begins</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[Dawn leadership|Dawn]]</td><td>2:30pm</td><td>[[Weirwater]]</td><td>Immediately after the tourney</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[Highguard leadership|Highguard]]</td><td>2:00pm</td><td>[[Bastion]]</td><td>Inquisition of candidates begins</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[The League leadership|League]]</td><td>3:30pm</td><td>[[Sarvos]]<br>[[Spiral]]</td><td>Presentation of collected bonds</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[The Marches leadership|Marches]]</td><td>1:30pm</td><td>[[Mitwold]]</sup></td><td>[[Farm|Landowners]] gather</tr>
<tr><td>[[Navarr leadership|Navarr]]</td><td>1:15pm</td><td>[[Miaren]]</td><td>Immediately after standing</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[Urizen leadership|Urizen]]</td><td>1:00pm</td><td>[[Redoubt]]</td><td>Demos begins (to conclude at 1:30pm)</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[Varushka leadership|Varushka]]</td><td>1:45pm</td><td>[[Karov]]</td><td>Questioning of candidates begins</td></tr>
<tr><td>[[Wintermark political leadership|Wintermark]]</td><td>2:00pm</td><td>[[Sermersuaq]]</td><td>Jars are placed down for 15 minutes</td></tr>
</table>



==Timetable==
This timetable and much more information can be seen on the notices that get pinned up all around the Hub after time-in. <br />
For any queries regarding the IC timetabling at events you can talk to the civil service staff in the Hub.

=== Citizen Bookings ===
Citizens can request to book Civil Service spaces, as detailed [[Anvil#Booking_Civil_Service_Spaces|here]]. Official meetings organised by the Civil Service are listed in darker shading, whilst such citizen-organised meetings are shown in a lighter colour, as below.

<table>
<tr><td style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Official Meeting</td><td style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Official Meeting</td></tr>
<td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Citizen-Organised Meeting</td><td style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Citizen-Organised Meeting</td>
</table>

===Friday===
<table>
<tr><th style="width: 4%;">Friday</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Senate</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Military Council</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Conclave</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Bourse</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Academy</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Elections</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia</th></tr>
<tr><td>6pm</td><td></td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Imperial Seer]] Scrying<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="7" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod open for [[Judgement]]<br />In the Civil Service Hub</td><td rowspan="6" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Parent's evening (including classes sign up)<br />In the Academy tent</td><td style="background-color: white; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-top: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Generals' [[General#Appointment | selection]] starts 6pm</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>6.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>7pm</td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Liaison Meeting<br />In the Senate Chamber</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia meeting<br />In the Magistrates' Tent</td></tr>
<tr><td>7.30pm</td><td style= "text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for Senate motions: 8pm</td><td></td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;"> Urizen Magician's Meeting<br />In the Hall of Worlds<br />Deadline for Conclave [[Declaration|Declarations]]: 8pm</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>8pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Sun Chamber]] session</br>In the Senate Chamber</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Muster]]<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Hall of Worlds reserved</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>8.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>9pm</td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Ambassador]] Meeting<br />In the Senate Chamber</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Conclave]]<br />In the Hall Of Worlds</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>9.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td style="text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for voting in Synod Judgements: 10pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10pm</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Senate session]]<br />In the Senate</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11pm</td><td style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Field Marshal Briefing<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12 midnight</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12.30am</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
</table>

===Saturday===
<table>
<tr><th style="width: 4%;">Saturday</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Senate</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Military Council</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Conclave</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Bourse</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Academy</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Elections</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia</th></tr>
<tr><td>10am</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Love Symposium<br />In the Senate Chamber</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Office Hours of the [[Arcane Architect]] and the [[Master of the Koboldi]]<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="7" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod open for [[Judgement]]<br />In the Civil Service Hub</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10.30am</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11am</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Brother Geoffrey Explains Solokha<br />In the Senate Chamber</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Battles | Battle]]<br />Off Anvil</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11.30am</td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Cadets Council<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12 midday</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="5" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[#Senator Elections|Senatorial elections]]<br />In the field of Anvil</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12.30pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Sun Chamber]] session</br>In the Senate Chamber</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>1pm</td><td style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Dawnish [[Fleet]] Captains' Meeting<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>1.30pm</td><td style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: bottom; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">[[Magpies]] Session</br>In the Senate Chamber</br>Deadline for Senate motions: 2pm</td><td></td><td style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Vote of Urizen magicians relating to an [[Louder_than_words#Expertise_for_Knowledge|offer from the Thule]]<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td style="text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for voting in Synod Judgements: 2pm</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>2pm</td><td></td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Council session]]<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Auction of the Seats|Auction for Imperial Bourse positions]]<br />in the Senate Chamber</td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia meeting<br />In the Magistrates' Tent</td></tr>
<tr><td>2.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>3pm</td><td style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Vallornguard]] session</br>In the Senate</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Arcane Colloquium]]<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td rowspan="5" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod open for [[Judgement]]<br />In the Civil Service Hub</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>3.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>4pm</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Senate session]]</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>4.30pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Thorns Collective<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>5pm</td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Sevenfold Path]] meeting<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>5.30pm</td><td></td><td></td></td><td style= "text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for Conclave [[Declaration|Declarations]]: 6pm</td><td></td><td style="text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for voting in Synod Judgements: 6pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>6pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Imperial Economics Conference<br />In the Senate Chamber</br>Deadline for Senate motions: 7pm</td></td><td style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Field Marshal Briefing<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Grandmaster elections<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>6.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>7pm</td><td style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Imperial Economics Conference<br />In the Senate Chamber</td></td><td rowspan="6" style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Unofficial Generals' Meeting<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Conclave]]<br />In the Hall Of Worlds</td><td></td><td rowspan="5" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod open for [[Judgement]]<br />In the Civil Service Hub</td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia meeting<br />In the Magistrates' Tent</td></tr>
<tr><td>7.30pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Senate Chamber reserved</td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>8pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>8.30pm</td><td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>9pm</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Senate session]]</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>9.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td style="text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for voting in Synod Judgements: 10pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10pm</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #aaddaa; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Atun#The_New_Scions_of_Atun|New Scions of Atun]] meeting<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11pm</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Senate Motions]] dance<br />In the Senate Chamber</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12 midnight</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12.30am</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
</table>

===Sunday===
<table>
<tr><th style="width: 4%;">Sunday</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Senate</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Military Council</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Conclave</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Bourse</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Academy</th><th style="background-color: #b48fb4; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Elections</th><th style="background-color: #85ae85; width: 12%; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia</th></tr>
<tr><td>10am</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="7" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Synod open for [[Judgement]]<br />In the Civil Service Hub</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>10.30am</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11am</td><td></td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Battles | Battle]]<br />Off Anvil</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>11.30am</td><td style= "text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for Senate motions: 12pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #d4afd4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Mage's Forum<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12 midday</td><td></td><td></td><td style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Student Council<br />In the Academy</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>12.30pm</td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Sun Chamber]] session</br>In the Senate Chamber</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>1pm</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Council session]]<br />In the Military Council tent</td><td rowspan="4" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Balancing of [[Ephisis' Scale]]<br />In the Hall of Worlds</td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Graduation<br />In the Academy tent</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>1.30pm</td><td rowspan="3" style="background-color: #b48fb4; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">[[Senate session]]<br />In the Senate</td><td></td><td style="text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; border-bottom: 6pt solid #b48fb4;">Deadline for voting in Synod Judgements: 2pm</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>2pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td rowspan="2" style="background-color: #85ae85; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;">Militia meeting<br />In the Magistrates' Tent</td></tr>
<tr><td>2.30pm</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr>
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Wintermark political leadership

2025-07-16T16:10:13Z

Paulwilder: /* Leading a territory */

Wintermark remains sparsely populated and the only large town is the former capital at Kalpaheim in Hahnmark. The majority of Winterfolk live in one of the many small settlements, called halls, that dot the land. Each hall is led by a Thane, and although Imperial justice is now dispensed by trained magistrates, the Thane continues to settle disputes that lie outside the law and to provide civic and military leadership.

Traditionally the Kallavesi chose the Wintermark monarch, although they never chose one of their own. This tradition is reflected in many halls, with the Winterfolk looking to the wise and prophetic Kallavesi to choose the most able candidate from amongst the Suaq and the Steinr. There are halls with Kallavesi Thanes, but these are usually the exception and occur when the majority of the inhabitants of the hall are Kallavesi.
{{CaptionedImage|file=Happy_wintermark.jpg|align=right|width=250|caption=The Witan is a time for finding spouses and partners.}}The Winterfolk prefer strong, decisive leaders who make bold decisions and stick with them. They have little time for people who vacillate or prevaricate. When the Kallavesi believe that a powerful martial leader is needed they tend to pick a Steinr Thane, if they feel the situation calls for a clever shrewd leader they choose a Suaq. In either case they make an effort to ensure they pick a Thane who the hall can unite behind, the people of Wintermark have little interest in strained loyalties and internal disagreement.

The forerunner of the Senate was the Witan, a grand moot held at Kalpaheim. Here the representatives of each hall met to discuss the business of the nation with the monarch. Today it is a festive gathering held at the start of the year; those who involve themselves in national and Imperial business gather to eat, drink and plan for the year ahead. It is also a time for finding spouses, for seeking out mentors or apprentices, resolving internal conflicts and generally keeping the nation of Wintermark functioning as a strong, healthy whole.

==Leading a territory==
The symbol of Wintermark is three interlocking rings, representing the belief that the nation is stronger for the influence and inclusion of all three traditions. To preserve this heritage the Winterfolk ensure that they pick a single [[Senator]] who follows each tradition. The Steinr select the senator for Hahnmark, the Suaq select the senator for Sermersuaq and the Kallavesi the senator for Kallavesa. When Skarsind was part of Wintermark before being ceded to the Imperial Orcs, the traditions rotated who selected the senator. For example, at the Spring Equinox 379YE it was the turn of the Kallavesa and in 380YE it would have been the turn of the Steinr.

For each [[territory]], every candidate who wishes to be considered sets out a jar bearing their name. Any Winterfolk of the appropriate tradition who wishes to express support may openly drop a single coin into one or more of the jars over the next fifteen minutes. The face value of the coins is irrelevant, but by tradition, wealthy or earnest supporters will try to outdo each other by adding a more valuable coin. At the end of the fifteen minutes, the jar containing the most coins bears the name of the new Senator. The money is given to the [[Wintermark_religious_beliefs#Stormcrow|stormcrows]] to be distributed amongst the poorest Winterfolk present.

Although the senators are chosen by followers of a single tradition, in theory it is possible for any of the Winterfolk to stand as a candidate for any territory. In practice it is rare for the Steinr not to choose one of their own, and likewise for the Suaq and the Kallavesi.

The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinoxes and solstices during the year. The senator for [[Sermersuaq]] is elected at the Summer Solstice, the senator for [[Hahnmark]] is elected at the Autumn Equinox, and the senator for [[Kallavesa]] is elected at the Winter Solstice. Prior to the [[relinquish Skarsind|relinquishment]] of Skarsind, the senator was elected at the Spring equinox.
===Incumbent===
The current senators of Wintermark are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Hahnmark]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Hahnmark_occupant}}
* [[Kallavesa]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Kallavesa_occupant}}
* [[Sermersuaq]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Sermersuaq_occupant}}
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Emissary to the Celestial Library

2025-06-20T16:12:24Z

Paulwilder: /* Appointment */

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==Overview==
The Emissary to the Celestial Library is an [[Imperial Title]] created in Summer 383YE by the [[Imperial Senate]]. The [[Senate motion|motion]] to [[Create_Title_of_Emissary_to_the_Celestial_Library|create the title]] was based on a proposal by the [[eternal]] [[Phaleron]] - a refinement of an arrangement it had [[The_way_that_the_sunshine_gleams#A_Chosen_Emissary|first offered]] to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in Autumn 382YE.

==Responsibilities==
The Emissary is responsible for assisting the scholars and librarians of [[Urizen]] and the Empire, aiding them in the responsible spread of knowledge, supporting libraries and places of learning. They are also expected to intercede between such people and the Celestial Library itself. In return, the title holder receives regalia created by Phaleron.

==Powers==
===The Key of Knowledge===
The celestial library provides the Emissary with an item called the ''Key of Knowledge'' at the rate of one each year. This item is the legal property of the Emissary of the Celestial Library, and if the citizen holding the title changes during the year the previous holder should ensure the Key is transferred to the new title holder as soon as possible. The key is a [[Magic_items#Talismans|talisman]] that allows a magician bonded to it to employ ingots of [[Materials#Weltsilver|weltsilver]] in place of crystal mana when performing either [[Skein of Years]] or [[Gift of Knowledge]]. Unlike similar items, each ingot of weltsilver will count as a single crystal of mana in the hands of the bearer, and the holder of the focus does not need to have mastered either ritual to employ this ability.
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===Librarian's Scroll===
Each season the Emissary is given a single scroll which may be used in conjunction with the [[operate portal]] spell to request information from the Celestial Library. The emissary must indicate a single topic they desire information about, use the operate portal spell at a suitable [[regio]] aligned with the Day realm (or the [[Regio#Imperial Regio|Imperial regio at Anvil]]), and then during the following summit the emissary will receive an excerpt from one of the verified sources contained within Phaleron relating to that topic. It will be a few paragraphs at most, but it will relate as closely to the matter requested as possible.

==Appointment==
The Emissary to the Celestial Library is appointed during the Autumn Equinox each year. They are elected by vote of the [[Magical skills#Magician|magicians]] of [[Urizen]] to serve for a year.

If they are revoked, dies, or abdicate their title, then the position will automatically come due for selection by [[Imperial_elections#Extraordinary_Elections|extraordinary election]] at the next summit for a limited term i.e. until the next Autumn Equinox.

The title can only be held by an Urizen citizen. They can be [[revocation|revoked]] by the Urizen [[national assembly]], the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|general assembly]], or the [[Assembly of the Nine]].

<box>'''Dealing with Phaleron'''<br>
The Celestial Library agrees to honour the obligation to provide both the focus and the scroll of knowledge for as long as the Imperial Conclave does not declare enmity with it, and as long as Urizen does not abandon its commitment to the responsible spread of knowledge. While the eternal cannot abrogate the title - it was created by the Imperial senate - they can choose to remove their support from the position or even from a specific holder of the title.</box>
{{RecentElections|Emissary_to_the_Celestial_Library}}
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Brock's Toll

2025-06-20T16:05:04Z

Paulwilder: /* Appointment */

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==Overview==
Custodianship of Brock's Toll is an [[Imperial title]] awarded to either a [[The Marches|Marcher]] or [[Dawn|Dawnish]] citizen. It is a National position, appointed through a unique method, granting custodianship of a [[sinecure]] in a [[Navarr]] [[territory]].
==Responsibilities==
The title holder is expected to ensure that Brock's Bridge remains open to Dawnish and Marcher yeofolk alike. The actual job of maintaining the bridge falls to civil servants and local labourers, the majority of them [[Navarr]]. They charge a small toll for yeofolk of whichever nation does ''not'' control the bridge, which both provides the [[sinecure]] for the title holder, and goes toward the irregular repairs on the bridge and the paths leading to it.

==Powers==
===Small Income===
As a sinecure, Brock's Toll provides an income drawn from the tolls paid by yeofolk using the bridge.

The holder of the sinecure receives 16 crowns and 4 rings in income each season.
==Appointment==
The title is selected by a tourney during every Summer Solstice. Five Marcher [[Yeoman_of_the_Marches|yeomen]] face five Dawnish [[Yeofolk of Dawn|yeofolk]] in a brutal, non-lethal fight with the last competitor standing claiming the proceeds of Brock's Toll in the coming year.

The title can only be held by a Marcher, or by a Dawnish yeofolk. In the event that a Dawnish yeofolk holder of the title becomes a noble, they are expected to immediately surrender the title.

If the Keeper of Brock’s Toll is revoked, dies, or abdicates their title, then the position will automatically come due for selection by [[Imperial_elections#Extraordinary_Elections|extraordinary election]] at the next summit for a limited term i.e. until the next Summer Solstice.

The Keeper of Brock's Toll can be [[revocation|revoked]] by the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly]], the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]], and by the [[Assembly#The_National_Assemblies|National Assembly]] of either the Marches or Dawn, depending on the nationality of the title holder.

== Brock's Toll ==
Brock's Toll is a famous toll bridge situated in [[Miaren#Greenfalls|Greenfalls]], roughly halfway between [[Dawn]] and the [[The Marches|Marches]], and historically claimed by both. While it isn't much used by wealthy merchants or nobles, the road that this bridge lies on carries most of the agricultural traffic between Dawn and the Marches. Traditionally, the operator of the Toll was allowed to claim one sack from each cart's load but in 295YE this was adjusted in favour of a small toll paid by the yeofolk of whichever nation did ''not'' win the tourney.

The bridge is so old that when it was first constructed the [[Vallorn]] still controlled most of Miaren. In the early days of the Empire this site changed hands between the two nations several times, often with violence. Even when [[Earl|Earls]] and [[Steward|Stewards]] forbade their people to fight, rowdy yeofolk would often take matters into their own hands and the Navarr soon became sick of breaking up scuffles over ownership.

Eventually the [[Imperial Senate]] took matters into their own hand and decreed that ownership of the Toll would be decided by an annual competition of arms between the yeofolk who were so eager to fight. In time this evolved into the modern practice of the ''Brock's Buffet'' - a brutal (nonlethal) five-aside melee with only one winner left standing to claim ownership for the coming year.

{{RecentElections|Keeper_of_Brock%27s_Toll|the position of Keeper of Brock's Toll}}
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Warmage

2025-06-20T15:53:06Z

Paulwilder: /* Appointment */

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==Overview==
The Warmage is an [[Imperial title]] bestowed upon a citizen of [[Urizen]] by a majority vote of [[Magical skills#Magician|magicians]]. The Warmage used to be an Imperial position appointed by Declaration of Candidacy by the Imperial Conclave, before it was changed by the Imperial Senate during the [[386YE_Spring_Equinox_Senate_sessions#Amend_title_of_Warmage_I|Spring Equinox 386YE]]. The first Warmage was a [[Dawn|Dawnish]] warwitch named ''Jayne de Severnford'', and the witches of Dawn would often seek to emulate her by claiming this position and keeping it for as long as possible. Indeed, on several occasions, a [[Dawn culture and customs#Test of Mettle|test of mettle]] revolved around becoming Warmage.

When the position was appointed by the Conclave it was often hotly contested by members of the [[Rod and Shield]] [[Conclave order|order]]. On occasions when a Warmage that did not belong to that order was appointed, they often came under pressure to join the ranks of the Rod and Shield. A wise Warmage would often seek to cultivate good relations with the Order of the Rod and Shield, and many in the order are hopeful that such a relationship will continue with the title as an Urizen national position.

==Responsibilities==
The Warmage is expected to ensure that the [[Military Council]] has specialist advice on tactical and strategic use of magic; is appraised of the availability and effect of magical resources; and recognises opportunities to use magic on the battlefield or in pursuit of strategic aims.

The holder of the title is also expected to use their powers to liaise between the Conclave and the Military Council, and to offer advice about deploying and gathering magical resources, specific magical counters to known threats, and ways that additional magical support can be acquired or deployed.

==Powers==
===Member of the Military Council===
The Warmage has a seat on the [[Military Council]]. This grants them a vote, identical to that possessed by an Imperial [[general]]. While they do not directly control an Imperial army, they receive all other benefits and expectations of being an Imperial general such as being permitted to speak freely.
<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage|file=LastImperialWarmage.jpg|caption='''Raficci "Rafe" Vicente Barossa''' served as the last Warmage before the position was amended to become an Urizen position.|align=right|width=500}}</div>
===Bearer of the Healing Rod===
Since 377YE, the Warmage has been entrusted with "Merel's Rod of Healing", an [[Ilium#Creating_Artefacts|artefact]] [[Ambergelt Baton]]. The rod was made by the [[Navarr]] [[Crafting skills#Artisan|artisan]] '''Merel Pathfinder''', with [[ilium]] garnered from the [[Imperial Conclave]]. The Warmage may wield the rod themselves, but the intention was that it could be allocated to a worthy individual each day to ensure it saved the most lives possible. If the Warmage loses their position, then the item must be given to the new Warmage with all appropriate haste. The Warmage is encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep this item safe.

===Bearer of the Staff of Judgement===
At the Spring Equinox of 380YE, the incumbent Warmage was entrusted with "The Staff of Judgement" an [[Ilium#Creating_Artefacts|artefact]] [[Staff of Imperial Mastery]] made by a [[Marches|Marcher]] [[Crafting skills#Artisan|artisan]] as an item befitting the role of Imperial Warmage. This item is now part of the [[New_Imperial_titles#Regalia|regalia]] of the Warmage. The staff judges every action that the wielder takes so that those who take on the role will be aware of the great responsibility they have been entrusted with.

===The Bounty of the Heavens===
Major deposits of [[ilium]] in the Empire are regulated and disposed of through the Bourse for the benefit of everyone. However minor deposits - a few rings - of the kind associated with minor star falls can be claimed by any who find them. Often such bounties end up in the public auction - the best way for the lucky finder to turn their trove into rings. The Arch of the Sky in Zenith has enriched themselves considerably by this means - having developed the ability to accurately plot the passage of stars as they fall. In 332YE, the stargazers elected to provide a small bounty of ilium taken from their finds for use by the Warmage. The practice ended in 367YE after a long period without star falls left the Arch low on supplies but they have now indicated that they are in a position to resume supporting the Warmage.

The Arch has committed to provide 3 rings of ilium for the Warmage each summit for the foreseeable future. This wealth is intended to be used by the Warmage in their negotiations with other magicians as they coordinate and corral the efforts of magicians to support the Military Council. Aiding the Warmage fits perfectly with the [[Net of the Heavens]] philosophy of Arch of the Sky. Their goal is to aid the Empire and they see the Warmage as the pivotal node through which to achieve that end. 

==Appointment==
The Warmage is appointed during the Spring Equinox each year. They are elected by vote of the [[Magical skills#Magician|magicians]] of [[Urizen]] to serve for a year.

If the Warmage is revoked, dies, or abdicates their title, then the position will automatically come due for selection by [[Imperial_elections#Extraordinary_Elections|extraordinary election]] at the next summit for a limited term i.e. until the next Spring Equinox.

The title can only be held by an Urizen citizen. They can be [[revocation|revoked]] by the Urizen [[national assembly]], the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|general assembly]], or the [[Assembly of the Nine]].

{{RecentElections|Warmage}}

==History==
The Warmage was originally responsible for "''helping to arrange magical assistance for the armies of the Empire''". During the Summer Solstice 384YE, however, the Imperial Senate [[384YE_Summer_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Amend_Warmage|amended the title]] to remove this responsibility. At the same time they [[384YE_Summer_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Create_Imperial_Warcaster|created the title]] of [[Imperial Warcaster]] to oversee such rituals.
{{Military Council Further Reading}}

Urizen leadership

2024-09-21T18:21:03Z

Paulwilder: /* Leading a territory */

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==Overview==
Magic is seen as a mark of a rational and learned mind and more importantly as the most powerful tool that an individual or group can wield. The Urizen maintain that those who best understand the world are the ones best suited to lead it, and they look to their most powerful mages for leadership. Every citizen is encouraged to learn a little magic, whether it is practical spellcasting or superior craftwork, but ritual magic, the mastery of the lore of the [[Realms]], is regarded as the highest calling.

Most Urizen [[spires]] appoint an arbiter whose role is to resolve disputes, and represent the spire to others. Traditionally the individual who is deemed to demonstrate the most complete [[Arete]] is asked to take the position. In most spires this will be the wisest and most skilled mage, but a martial spire is more likely to choose a weapon-master than a magician.

Although arbiters are expected to provide leadership, they are usually chosen by, and serve at the pleasure of the members of the spire. In effect they are ''"[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primus_inter_pares first among equals]"'', no more or less powerful than any other member of the spire, but accorded respect owing to the importance of their responsibilities. This same principle is applied to ''anyone'' in a position of authority, especially those with an [[Imperial title]], whether they're Urizeni or not. Politics is a popular topic of discussion and debate among the spires, and few Urizen would balk at the idea of politely asking someone to explain the reasoning behind their decisions whether they are an arbiter, a [[senator]], or [[the Throne]] themselves. Senators in particular, are expected to be answerable to their fellow magicians and they can expect to be challenged on the progress of any public commitments they have made.

There is little history of open military conflict between Urizen spires. Cooperation between neighbours is the norm in Urizen, but disputes between spires whose councils differ on political, social or ideological grounds are commonplace. Even before Urizen joined the Empire, such conflicts were almost always settled through debate, often with the assistance of a judge or mediator from a neutral spire.

Urizen are passionate about politics. Being able to debate competing points of view and achieve consensus is seen as a high art form that raises humans above animals. It also makes civilised people superior to barbarians who practice brute force approaches to leadership. The Imperial Senate is held up as a great triumph of the Empire, although they are often disappointed by the way the other nations choose to exploit the Senate, especially how they pick their Senators.
<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: right;"><quote by="Martin Buber"> There are three principles in a person's being and life, the principle of thought, the principle of speech, and the principle of action. The origin of all conflict between me and my fellow-people is that I do not say what I mean and I do not do what I say. </quote> </div>
==Truth==
Urizeni politics prides itself on being based on [[Urizen hearth magic#Truth|truth]]. Not the brazen honesty of [[the Brass Coast]], but the certainty that comes from dealing with past and current events as they are rather than as one might wish them to be. The Urizen expect a high degree of transparency from their political leaders whether they are the [[arbiter]] of a spire, or the [[senator]] of an entire [[territory]].

The [[torchbearer|torchbearers]] are a well-established political movement committed to the idea of truth and accountability. They are dedicated to uncovering the truth about important events - both current and historical - and sharing their findings to as many people as possible. They adhere to a philosophy that suggests the only way to ensure the Empire remains "honest" is to ensure that the citizens are kept informed of what is going on around them, so they can make sensible decisions and appoint virtuous Senators.

==Leading a territory==
Urizen senators are elected as the culmination of the demos, a gathering of Urizeni citizens that takes place at Anvil for the purpose of discussing the challenges facing the nation and debating the best way forward. The structure and format of the demos bears striking similarities to the format of the Imperial Conclave, a reflection of Urizen's role in its creation. It usually begins on the afternoon of the first full day of the summit; the egregore of the nation will announce the opening of the demos and call the citizens to order.

The purpose of the demos is for the assembled citizens to agree on a set of resolutions that they wish to see their senators achieve. To achieve this, any arbiter of a spire in the territory may present the egregore with a single dictum they wish the demos to consider. A dictum should be in writing and given to the egregore no later than an hour before the demos is due to start. The egregore curates an agenda from the list of suggestions they have been given, merging any duplicate ideas. Usually the egregore will serve as the chairperson for the meeting, but occasionally they will delegate to a civil servant or a trusted citizen who has demonstrated the capacity to be fair and unbiased to run the demos.

Each dictum must be in the form of an action or outcome the new senator is expected to try achieve. Thus a dictum might call on the senator to commission a port in Apulus, or disburse funds from the Imperial treasury to buy mana for Urizeni magicians, but the egregore would discount a dictum calling on Urizen to commit funds to support a new fortification. The egregore will usually invite whoever submitted the dictum to speak first, giving them a chance to make their case. They will then call on other citizens to support or rebut the dictum, but each citizen is permitted no more than a single minute to speak on each dictum, and no citizen can speak more than once on a single dictum. It's expected that each speaker will add something to the debate; citizens who use their minute to simply agree with other speakers are often criticized for wasting time.

Once each debate concludes, the magicians from the territory who are present indicate their support or opposition by raising their hand with the issue decided by majority vote. In the case of a tie, then a dictum is considered to have failed to gain the support of the demos. it is not possible to change the wording of a dictum raised to the demos - the vote is always to either support or reject the dictum as written - another reason that brevity and clarity are considered ideal.

The demos concludes once all the dicta have been voted on. At this point, all candidates for the senatorial position are expected to present themselves. Most Urizeni expect their senator to be a resident of the territory they are standing for, but there is no legal requirement for that to be the case. Only Urizeni magicians from the territory may vote. While the candidates formally announce themselves at the conclusion of the demos it is much more usual for them to do so before it begins - so that they can then use the demos as an opportunity to canvas for undecided voters.

The egregore then goes through the list of dicta that the demos has supported asking the candidates if they will pledge to enact them or not. Candidates are not given any time to debate a dictum at this point, since they have already had an opportunity to explain their stance on any given dictum to the demos. They must either commit to enact the dictum or reject it.

Once it is clear which candidate supports which dicta there a final vote to select the senator. The candidates spread out and every magician from the territory present indicates their support for their preferred candidate, usually by moving to stand behind them if they are physically comfortable doing so. Only magicians who are present at the demos can vote - but it is fine for a magician who needs to remain seated to ask a colleague to register their support for their chosen candidate on their behalf. Only magicians who have not voted in another Urizen senatorial election in the past year may participate in the vote.

The candidate with the most votes is duly elected. The dicta are displayed after the election in the Hub for any citizens to view and when the summit is over a written record is then made of the dicta that the winning candidate committed to. The expectation is that the senator will be able to explain what they are doing to achieve these policies or be able to show that they have advanced them.
The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinox and solstices during the year. The senator for Redoubt is elected at the Summer Solstice, the senator for Morrow is elected at the Autumn Equinox, and the senator for Zenith is elected at the Winter Solstice. When Spiral was an Urizen territory its senator was elected at the Spring Equinox.
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===Incumbent===
The current Urizen senators are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Morrow]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Morrow_occupant}}
* [[Redoubt]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Redoubt_occupant}}
* [[Zenith]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Zenith_occupant}}

==Prominent Spires==
A list of well-known spires who have attended Anvil in recent years can be found [[Urizen groups|here]].
==Dicta==
After the demos, once the dicta are agreed, they are copied down by the [[egregore]] and the Civil Service. Copies of these are posted up in [[Anvil#The Hub|the Hub]] for all to see, and commonly distributed to Urizen citizens who do not attend Anvil but have an interest in their nation's politics. The winning candidate is expected to stand by the commitments enshrined in the dicta, as per the Urizen ideals of [[Urizen hearth magic#Truth|Truth]].
===Summer 386YE===
In the election for '''[[Redoubt]]''', the following dicta were agreed at the demos. The winning candidate was '''Thalia of Netherwatch'''.
<table class='wikitable mw-collapsed mw-collapsible sortable'><tr><th>Summer 386YE Dictum</th><th>Agreed?</th></tr>
<tr><td>The Senator gives Assurance that they shall seek an appraisal that would increase Spiral’s prosperity and give Urizeni a reliable voice in its future.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The Senator gives Assurance that they will help educate Senate on magical matters and Conclave, and to speak on these in Senate when relevant.</td><td>Yes</td>
</table>
===Winter 385YE===
In the election for '''[[Zenith]]''', the following dicta were agreed at the demos. The winning candidate was '''Herminius of the House of the Wanderer'''.
<table class='wikitable mw-collapsed mw-collapsible sortable'><tr><th>Winter 386YE Dictum</th><th>Agreed?</th></tr>
<tr><td>The Senator will make every effort to build the fort in Lustri and the Gardens of Pallas by securing funds from various sources</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>As they have no voice of their own, the Senator will agree to be a voice for the Urizeni residing in Spiral</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>Spire Starsong, and all of the other spires within the Arch of the Sky, have been through enough. The Senator for Zenith promises to NOT build the Southern Skyways, neither touching the sky nor a road in the sky. We refuse to have our homes reduced to rubble again.</td><td>No</td>
</table>
===Autumn 385YE===
In the election for '''[[Morrow]]''', the following dicta were agreed at the demos. The winning candidate was '''Laelius Archsky'''.
<table class='wikitable mw-collapsed mw-collapsible sortable'><tr><th>Autumn 385YE Dictum</th><th>Agreed?</th></tr>
<tr><td>The senator commits to aiding in a suitable recompense to the Urizeni for the ceding of Spiral to the League</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>Urizen will soon be at war with the Grendel. The senator commits that they will use one or more of their motions on measures that will support the nation in the war efforts.</td><td>No</td>
<tr><td>The Senator will ensure information from Spiral including spy networks is disseminated around Urizen</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The candidate will commit to opposing any notion of a lasting peace with the Druj nation.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The Senator agrees that the buying of votes is unacceptable behaviour.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The Senator agrees to take action towards acquiring a new territory for Urizen.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>Food uneaten. Coin unspent. Magic uncast. Opportunity squandered. If my motion ever goes unused I will step down.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The Senator will pursue fully any available opportunity to see Spiral returned to Urizen.</td><td>Yes</td>
</table>
===Winter 384YE===
In the election for '''[[Zenith]]''', the following dicta were agreed at the demos. The winning candidate was '''Cadeus'''.
<table class='wikitable mw-collapsed mw-collapsible sortable'><tr><th>Winter 384YE Dictum</th><th>Agreed?</th></tr>
<tr><td>The senator for Zenith commits to the construction of the Crucible of Fate.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The candidate commits to reform the Demos process in conjunction with the Arbiters Council, to increase the engagement of the Demos with the senator candidates views.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The senator of Zenith agrees to commit to building the Eye of the Heavens, or, if this is unachievable, will at least consider rebuilding the observatory in the Arch of the Sky. They will consult the nation's astronomancers throughout the process and will aim to have either built within the year.</td><td>Yes</td>
<tr><td>The senator commits to the construction of the Radix of Truth within the term of their tenure.</td><td>No</td>
<tr><td>No matter who is elected today they must agree to not support Bohemond de Rondell’s bid for the throne. He has said, and I quote; “If I become Throne Urizen’s ambitions will die on the senate floor "</td><td>No</td>
</table>

{{Urizen Links}}

Wintermark political leadership

2024-09-21T17:50:29Z

Paulwilder: /* Leading a territory */

Wintermark remains sparsely populated and the only large town is the former capital at Kalpaheim in Hahnmark. The majority of Winterfolk live in one of the many small settlements, called halls, that dot the land. Each hall is led by a Thane, and although Imperial justice is now dispensed by trained magistrates, the Thane continues to settle disputes that lie outside the law and to provide civic and military leadership.

Traditionally the Kallavesi chose the Wintermark monarch, although they never chose one of their own. This tradition is reflected in many halls, with the Winterfolk looking to the wise and prophetic Kallavesi to choose the most able candidate from amongst the Suaq and the Steinr. There are halls with Kallavesi Thanes, but these are usually the exception and occur when the majority of the inhabitants of the hall are Kallavesi.
{{CaptionedImage|file=Happy_wintermark.jpg|align=right|width=250|caption=The Witan is a time for finding spouses and partners.}}The Winterfolk prefer strong, decisive leaders who make bold decisions and stick with them. They have little time for people who vacillate or prevaricate. When the Kallavesi believe that a powerful martial leader is needed they tend to pick a Steinr Thane, if they feel the situation calls for a clever shrewd leader they choose a Suaq. In either case they make an effort to ensure they pick a Thane who the hall can unite behind, the people of Wintermark have little interest in strained loyalties and internal disagreement.

The forerunner of the Senate was the Witan, a grand moot held at Kalpaheim. Here the representatives of each hall met to discuss the business of the nation with the monarch. Today it is a festive gathering; those who involve themselves in national and Imperial business gather to eat, drink and plan for the year ahead. It is also a time for finding spouses, for seeking out mentors or apprentices, resolving internal conflicts and generally keeping the nation of Wintermark functioning as a strong, healthy whole.

==Leading a territory==
The symbol of Wintermark is three interlocking rings, representing the belief that the nation is stronger for the influence and inclusion of all three traditions. To preserve this heritage the Winterfolk ensure that they pick a single [[Senator]] who follows each tradition. The Steinr select the senator for Hahnmark, the Suaq select the senator for Sermersuaq and the Kallavesi the senator for Kallavesa. When Skarsind was part of Wintermark before being ceded to the Imperial Orcs, the traditions rotated who selected the senator. For example, at the Spring Equinox 379YE it was the turn of the Kallavesa and in 380YE it would have been the turn of the Steinr.

For each [[territory]], every candidate who wishes to be considered sets out a jar bearing their name. Any Winterfolk of the appropriate tradition who wishes to express support may openly drop a single coin into one or more of the jars over the next half-hour. The face value of the coins is irrelevant, but by tradition, wealthy or earnest supporters will try to outdo each other by adding a more valuable coin. At the end of the thirty minutes, the jar containing the most coins bears the name of the new Senator. The money is given to the [[Wintermark_religious_beliefs#Stormcrow|stormcrows]] to be distributed amongst the poorest Winterfolk present.

Although the senators are chosen by followers of a single tradition, in theory it is possible for any of the Winterfolk to stand as a candidate for any territory. In practice it is rare for the Steinr not to choose one of their own, and likewise for the Suaq and the Kallavesi.

The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinoxes and solstices during the year. The senator for [[Sermersuaq]] is elected at the Summer Solstice, the senator for [[Hahnmark]] is elected at the Autumn Equinox, and the senator for [[Kallavesa]] is elected at the Winter Solstice. Prior to the [[relinquish Skarsind|relinquishment]] of Skarsind, the senator was elected at the Spring equinox.
===Incumbent===
The current senators of Wintermark are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Hahnmark]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Hahnmark_occupant}}
* [[Kallavesa]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Kallavesa_occupant}}
* [[Sermersuaq]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Sermersuaq_occupant}}
{{Wintermark Links}}

[[Category:Wintermark]]
[[Category:Archetype]]

Archmage

2024-09-11T18:29:26Z

Paulwilder: /* Appointment */

[[Category:Conclave]] [[Category:Title]]
<div style="float:left; width: 500px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage|file=An archmages job is never done.png|caption=The archmages attend to the magical business of the Conclave. They support fellow magicians, and serve as Imperial representatives to the eternal realms - and vice versa.|align=left|width=500}}</div>
==Overview==
Archmage (plural archmages, rarely archmagi) is an Imperial title bestowed upon a [[Magical skills#Magician|magician]] by the members of the Conclave. There are six archmages in the Conclave; one for each of the magical realms. They serve as a focal point for ritualists of that realm, as well as helping to guide the use of the Conclave's resources.

The six archmages match the six realms into which magic is divided. Where the influence of a [[grandmaster]] is primarily political, the archmages are responsible for attending to the magical business of the Conclave. They are assumed by the [[Imperial Senate|Senate]], the [[Military Council]], foreign dignitaries and [[eternal|eternals]] alike to be well-versed in the capabilities and lore of their realm. The archmages are often seen as the public faces of the Conclave; they are the individuals most likely to be consulted by other Imperial bodies when they wish to know what magical possibilities exist.

Each archmage is addressed by their title and the name of the realm of magic they stand for - ''Tavistock, Archmage of Spring'' or ''Archmage Reyon d'Esange of Summer''. The title archmage comes originally from [[Urizen]], a development of the title [[Urizen magical traditions#Magi|mage]].

==Responsibilities==
The six archmages are responsible for attending to the magical business of the Conclave. They represent the Empire to the eternals, and vice versa. They also work with magicians versed in the ritual magic of their realm to expand the Empire's understanding and power in that realm, and employ it to the advantage of Imperial citizens.

==Powers==
Each archmage position is an [[Imperial title]] in the [[Imperial Conclave|Conclave]].
{{CaptionedImage|file=ExuberantBriar.jpg |align=right|width=500|caption=The archmages act as ambassadors to the eternals of their realm.}}
===Plenipotentiary===
Each archmage is expected to represent the Empire to the eternals of their realm, and vice versa. While it is perfectly legal and extremely common for individual citizens to speak with [[Treason_guidance|almost all]] eternals and their heralds, the archmages are the closest the Empire has to having a formal representative to the realms, similar to an [[ambassador]]. Most eternals understand that the archmage is a representative of the Empire and look to them for assistance on formal matters. The majority of eternals will meet with the appropriate archmage before meeting with other magicians, and will sometimes ask the archmage to be present at any meeting. They also instruct their heralds to look to the archmage for support and protection should it be necessary.

To empower them to carry out their work, each archmage may choose to send a missive of up to 313 words to a single named eternal of their realm each summit. This message is ''guaranteed'' to reach the eternal. No eternal who wishes to maintain relations with the Empire will fail to respond to the missive - even if those relations are currently strained. The best way to ensure that an eternal will respond positively to a request for a meeting is to be explicit about what the archmage wishes the meeting to discuss. The more specific and detailed the archmage can be, the better. Most eternals will refuse to come to a meeting in response to a message that simply asks to talk without saying what it is about, though they may respond in other ways.

It is impossible to predict with certainty what form the response will take. Usually, an eternal that is well-inclined to the Empire or is agreeable to the wording will make contact with the archmage at the following summit - possibly creating a chamber connected to the Hall of Worlds, or, more likely, sending a herald as an envoy. If the eternal is hostile to the Empire - or is insulted by the content of the message - then their response may be aggressive or dangerous as reflects their nature.

The nature of the missive is such that it serves as a powerful invitation making it easier for the eternal to respond. An eternal who is sent a missive by an archmage of the Conclave is able to enter the Hall of Worlds at the next summit regardless of any state of enmity that may exist. It is not unknown for an eternal to take the opportunity to appear with their entourage in the Hall of Worlds in parley, though most choose a more low-key response. A peaceful response is not the only option however; though it is exceptionally rare for an eternal to respond with force.

To send a missive, the archmage must cast [[operate portal]] at the [[Regio#Imperial Regio|Imperial Regio]] while clearly naming the eternal who is the intended recipient.

'''OOC Note:''' The message can then be handed to the referee at the Regio. Attempts by other characters to send missives in this way will fail, as will any attempt to send more than one missive per summit.

It is not illegal for an archmage to use the power of plenipotentiary to send a missive to an eternal who is under [[Alignment#Enmity|enmity]], although it is possible that the contents of such a missive might constitute a crime.

A list of historical plenipotentiary responses can be found [[:Category:Plenipotentiary#Previous Plenipotentiaries|here]].

===Parley===
If an eternal chooses, they respond to a missive sent by an archmage with a formal parley that takes place in the Hall of Worlds. The civil service will be aware of the timing of the parley and will communicate the information to everyone attending the summit through the normal means.

A formal parley follows similar rules to those that govern speech during a Conclave session, but it is the archmage with whom the eternal has come to treat who determines who may speak. The archmage cannot forbid entry to the Hall of Worlds during the parley but the laws of Conclave mean that no magician may speak unless they are granted permission. Speaking does not require a payment of mana, and the archmage may silence the speaker at any point.

A violation of parley by a citizen is prosecuted as an act of subversion against the state - but this may be the least of the magician's concerns if the eternal chooses to take offence at this breach of protocol.

Like the missive, the parley is bound by powerful oaths that govern it. These solemn oaths bind both parties, prohibiting them from acts of violence - if the eternal or the Empire were to break this contract, the hearth magic of the oath would likely exact a terrible price. An eternal that does not request a formal parley is not bound by this oath and is free to respond to a missive in any way it chooses.

It is not illegal for an archmage to engage in a parley with an eternal under enmity, but otherwise the usual rules apply. An archmage who parleys with an eternal under enmity must be scrupulous in their conduct if they wish to avoid investigation for potential [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Crimes_of_Position|treason]].
===Arcane Colloquium===
During each summit, the Civil Service helps arrange the [[Arcane Colloquium]] in the [[Hall of Worlds]]. Taking place on Saturday afternoon, each archmage is given a fifteen minute period during which they can address their fellow magicians, engage in discussion and debate, or host other speakers with important matters to discuss. Each segment of the Colloquium takes place under the rules of [[#parley|parley]] - the archmage determines who can speak - and is an opportunity to talk about matters relevant to the magicians of the realm the archmage represents.

{{Archmage seniority}}

===Ambassador to the Realm===
{{Power of Declaration|archmage|Alignment}}

The Declaration of Alignment submitted by an archmage ''must'' involve an eternal of the realm the archmage represents.

===Master of Magic===
In situations where it is unclear if a specific act of magic breaches a [[Interdiction|Declaration of Interdiction]] or association with a herald or eternal breaches a [[Alignment#Enmity|Declaration of Enmity]], an Imperial magistrate may issue a formal request for the appropriate archmage to provide a ruling. Control of the judicial process remains with the magistrate, but the archmage's ruling on whether the act is a breach of the relevant declaration is binding.

An archmage is legally obligated to provide a ruling when requested by a magistrate or else to direct the magistrate to another archmage better able to clarify the situation.

===Regalia of the Archmage===
Each archmage receives a [[#Staff of the Archmage|staff]], a [[#Chain of Aesh|chain]], and a [[#Belt of Stars|belt]] when they take the title. Together these are referred to as the regalia of the archmage. These items are re-enchanted each year. If an archmage loses their position, then the items must be given to the new archmage. If part of the regalia is lost or stolen it may be replaced depending on the resources available to the Conclave; otherwise it remains lost until the next Winter Solstice when a replacement is made. Theft of part of an archmage's regalia is a very serious business. Archmages are encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep these items safe.

The regalia is created by a reclusive order of [[Dawn|Dawnish]] [[Crafting skills#Artisan|artisans]] in [[Weirwater]], the Five Rings, who pledged themselves to this task in the first years of the Conclave.
{{CaptionedImage|file=An Archmage of Spring.jpg|caption=Volfe of Ashenhall displaying the [[#Staff of the Archmage|staff]], [[#Chain of Aesh|chain]], and [[#Belt of Stars|belt]]<br>of the Spring Archmage.|align=right|width=300}}
====Staff of the Archmage====
The archmage takes custody of the ceremonial Staff of the Archmage. Each of the Staffs of the Archmage is a [[Magic_items#Weapons|ritual staff]], appropriate to the realm of the archmage, which grants two additional ranks of the appropriate [[Magical skills#Realm Lore|realm lore]] skill.

====Chain of Aesh====
The Chains of Aesh are magical items that can be used to empower ritual magic, and are bound to the archmage in the same manner as other magical [[Magic_items#Talismans|talismans]]. Once per event the archmage can evoke the power of their chain before a ritual from their realm is performed to reduce the effective magnitude of that ritual by 10. The archmage does not need to be a participant or contributor to the ritual, they only need to be present; likewise, they do not need to be of the same nation as the coven they are using the chain to assist.

====Belt of Stars====
The belt allows an archmage to help different covens work together. Once each summit, they can invoke it to allow multiple covens from the same nation to co-operate on a single ritual from the archmage's realm of magic. This counts as a daily ritual use by each coven involved in the ritual, and while the covens may perform a ritual together, they are still treated as separate covens for all other purposes (for example, a ritual that affects an entire coven will only affect one target coven). Each coven can use their own [[Magic_items#Paraphernalia|paraphernalia]] while performing a joint ritual. The target covens must all be from the same nation but that does not have to be the same nation as the archmage invoking the belt.

Any ritual performed with the power of a Belt of Stars takes an extra minute to perform for each additional coven involved.

==Appointment==
The appointment, replacement or removal of an archmage is made by [[Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]] as part of a [[Conclave session]]. A candidate can be presented for the post of archmage only once a season, and the title can be held by any Imperial citizen who is a member of the Conclave.

An archmage serves until they are replaced by another magician using the Declaration of Candidacy, or until they step down. As a title in the Conclave, an archmage cannot be [[Revocation|revoked]].
===Incumbent===
The current archmages are listed below - see the individual pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Archmage of Spring]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Spring_occupant}}
* [[Archmage of Summer]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Summer_occupant}}
* [[Archmage of Autumn]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Autumn_occupant}}
* [[Archmage of Winter]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Winter_occupant}}
* [[Archmage of Day]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Day_occupant}}
* [[Archmage of Night]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Archmage_of_Night_occupant}}

==Further Reading==
* [[:Category:Plenipotentiary|Plenipotentiary]] - a list with links to all the [[#Plenipotentiary|plenipotentiary]] Winds of Fortune
* [[Talking to eternals]] - a chatty game design article with some advice about getting the most out of plenipotentiary

The League leadership

2024-09-03T17:52:23Z

Paulwilder: /* Leading a territory */

<quote>If you cross a bravo they might break your fingers; cross a merchant prince and they’ll ruin you. </quote>
{{CaptionedImage|file=PBtT.jpg|title=The earliest guilds were part trade union, part cartel and part secret society.|caption=The League recognises an obivous metaphor when it sees one.|align=left|width=400}}
The League cities are administered by the Empire, but they are run by the [[Guilds|guilds]]. These economic affiliations draw members from every section of League society united by common interests and a desire to work together to acquire wealth. The earliest types of guild were formed as confraternities of workers. They were organized in a manner something between a trade union, a cartel, and a secret society. Today only a few guilds limit themselves to just one craft; most have expanded to include merchants and traders and thereby cover any economic activities they can draw profit from.
__TOC__
Each guild is headed by a merchant prince - an honorific title for the most economically powerful individuals that harks back to pre-Imperial times. The title is the same for all genders, a mark of respect for [[Aldones di Sarvos]], the League's first merchant prince. Together the most powerful merchants choose their senators but beyond this they usually leave the administration of the cities to the civil service, allowing them to concentrate on increasing the wealth of their guild.

The guilds are not merely a matter of shared interests, but also of oaths and loyalties. Membership of a guild represents one of the most important loyalties a citizen of the League can hold. It is considered at least equal in importance to the loyalty owed to the League, the Empire and one's city. Those who betray their guild find every door closed to them and face exclusion from society and economic life. This is a short road to ruin in the League, a fate that most citizens will do anything to avoid. It is their ability to apply these sanctions that gives the guilds much of the power and influence they wield.

In the League, people wear [[Rings in the League|rings]] to demonstrate their allegiances, wearing one for each major loyalty they owe.
{{CaptionedImage|file=VardTeme.jpg|align=right|width=300}}
==Leading a territory==
Each city in the League is a [[territory]] of its own and so sends one [[Senator]] to the [[Imperial Senate]]. Any citizen of the League can have a say in the identity of their Senator - provided they are prepared to work for it. The Civil Service compiles and maintains records of what [[business|investments]] are owned by an individual, and they are allocated a number of votes based on the value of the properties they own in that city.

These votes are represented by official "bonds", which are distributed to all electors at the start of the summit. Senatorial candidates must convince the electors to give them their bonds to show their support. At the point where all the bonds have been counted and the election has been officially declared as ended, the candidate with the largest amount of support as represented by the value of their combined bonds, becomes the Senator.

While the process itself is quite above board, that does not prevent a fair degree of politicking both in front of and behind the scenes. For example, it is not unknown for an individual to claim to be collecting bonds on behalf of one individual, only to then hand them over to another, or at the final counting for an obviously losing candidate to negotiate handing their stack of bonds over to another candidate so they can win.

Residency is important - a citizen only receives bonds if they own a business in the contested territory. Citizens who [[Resource#Changing_Territories|move from one city to another]] are eligible to vote in the new city only once a year has passed since they last voted in a senator election.

The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinox and solstices during the year. The senator for [[Holberg]] is elected at the Spring Equinox, the senators for [[Sarvos]] and [[Spiral]] are elected at the Summer Solstice, the senator for [[Tassato]] is elected at the Autumn Equinox, and the senator for [[Temeschwar]] is elected at the Winter Solstice.
===Tallying the Votes===
Each League citizen whose [[business]] resource is in the contested territory receives votes in the election of a senator for that [[territory]]. Each character receives ten votes, plus two additional votes each time they have [[Business#Upgrades|upgraded]] their resource. Bonds are issued to each character by the civil service, and are usually included in the player's character pack at the start of an event where a Senatorial election is scheduled to take place.
===Incumbent===
The current senators of the League are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Holberg]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Holberg_occupant}}
* [[Sarvos]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Sarvos_occupant}}
* [[Spiral]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Spiral_occupant}}
* [[Tassato]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Tassato_occupant}}
* [[Temeschwar]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Temeschwar_occupant}}
{{The League Links}}

[[Category:The League]]
[[Category:Archetype]]

The League leadership

2024-09-03T17:49:44Z

Paulwilder: /* Leading a territory */

<quote>If you cross a bravo they might break your fingers; cross a merchant prince and they’ll ruin you. </quote>
{{CaptionedImage|file=PBtT.jpg|title=The earliest guilds were part trade union, part cartel and part secret society.|caption=The League recognises an obivous metaphor when it sees one.|align=left|width=400}}
The League cities are administered by the Empire, but they are run by the [[Guilds|guilds]]. These economic affiliations draw members from every section of League society united by common interests and a desire to work together to acquire wealth. The earliest types of guild were formed as confraternities of workers. They were organized in a manner something between a trade union, a cartel, and a secret society. Today only a few guilds limit themselves to just one craft; most have expanded to include merchants and traders and thereby cover any economic activities they can draw profit from.
__TOC__
Each guild is headed by a merchant prince - an honorific title for the most economically powerful individuals that harks back to pre-Imperial times. The title is the same for all genders, a mark of respect for [[Aldones di Sarvos]], the League's first merchant prince. Together the most powerful merchants choose their senators but beyond this they usually leave the administration of the cities to the civil service, allowing them to concentrate on increasing the wealth of their guild.

The guilds are not merely a matter of shared interests, but also of oaths and loyalties. Membership of a guild represents one of the most important loyalties a citizen of the League can hold. It is considered at least equal in importance to the loyalty owed to the League, the Empire and one's city. Those who betray their guild find every door closed to them and face exclusion from society and economic life. This is a short road to ruin in the League, a fate that most citizens will do anything to avoid. It is their ability to apply these sanctions that gives the guilds much of the power and influence they wield.

In the League, people wear [[Rings in the League|rings]] to demonstrate their allegiances, wearing one for each major loyalty they owe.
{{CaptionedImage|file=VardTeme.jpg|align=right|width=300}}
==Leading a territory==
Each city in the League is a [[territory]] of its own and so sends one [[Senator]] to the [[Imperial Senate]]. Any citizen of the League can have a say in the identity of their Senator - provided they are prepared to work for it. The Civil Service compiles and maintains records of what [[business|investments]] are owned by an individual, and they are allocated a number of votes based on the value of the properties they own in that city.

These votes are represented by official "bonds", which are distributed to all electors at the start of the summit. Senatorial candidates must convince the electors to give them their bonds to show their support. At the point where the election officially has ended, the candidate with the largest amount of support when the election ends, as represented by the value of their combined bonds, becomes the Senator.

While the process itself is quite above board, that does not prevent a fair degree of politicking both in front of and behind the scenes. For example, it is not unknown for an individual to claim to be collecting bonds on behalf of one individual, only to then hand them over to another, or during the final counting for an obviously losing candidate to negotiate handing their stack of bonds over to another candidate so they can win.

Residency is important - a citizen only receives bonds if they own a business in the contested territory. Citizens who [[Resource#Changing_Territories|move from one city to another]] are eligible to vote in the new city only once a year has passed since they last voted in a senator election.

The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinox and solstices during the year. The senator for [[Holberg]] is elected at the Spring Equinox, the senators for [[Sarvos]] and [[Spiral]] are elected at the Summer Solstice, the senator for [[Tassato]] is elected at the Autumn Equinox, and the senator for [[Temeschwar]] is elected at the Winter Solstice.
===Tallying the Votes===
Each League citizen whose [[business]] resource is in the contested territory receives votes in the election of a senator for that [[territory]]. Each character receives ten votes, plus two additional votes each time they have [[Business#Upgrades|upgraded]] their resource. Bonds are issued to each character by the civil service, and are usually included in the player's character pack at the start of an event where a Senatorial election is scheduled to take place.
===Incumbent===
The current senators of the League are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Holberg]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Holberg_occupant}}
* [[Sarvos]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Sarvos_occupant}}
* [[Spiral]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Spiral_occupant}}
* [[Tassato]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Tassato_occupant}}
* [[Temeschwar]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Temeschwar_occupant}}
{{The League Links}}

[[Category:The League]]
[[Category:Archetype]]

Navarr leadership

2024-09-01T12:39:52Z

Paulwilder:

{{CaptionedImage|file=Excellent Branding.jpg|width=350|align=left|title=A strong personality can give a leader the confidence to lead a Striding, but a true Navarr leader knows when to listen to others.|caption=Leadership is as much about knowing when to listen as when to speak.}}
Throughout their history the Navarr have always adapted and followed the most suitable people required to meet the challenges of the time. It is expected that their leaders will be [[Brands]]. The Navarr see leadership as an important but onerous responsibility, with the leaders viewed as servants of the community. Although not all Brands are leaders, Navarr who persistently try to offer leadership to others who haven't become Brands are regarded with suspicion. The purpose of leadership is to give direction to the community- it should be for the benefit of everyone in the [[Striding]] or [[Steading]] - in the Navarr eyes you can't be a fit and proper leader unless you have become a Brand first.

Rather than formally appoint their leaders, the Navarr follow those Brands whose leadership seems wisest and most effective. The Navarr have no need of mechanisms to remove their leaders; since their leaders have no formal authority their importance comes from the people who elect to follow them and do what they say. If a leader makes unwise decisions, if people have become so unhappy with the current leadership, then they are expected to find themselves a new leader.

In theory the leadership of a Striding or Steading is totally fluid - in practice the Navarr are not gadflies. They understand that leadership is difficult and arduous and that leaders must often make unpopular decisions. Most Navarr strive to give their leaders as much support as they can and it is relatively rare for them to leave a Steading or Striding simply to follow a new leader. The fact that they can do this at any time, however, underpins their social system; the Navarr feel it ensures their leaders stay focussed on serving their community but also helps to prevent grumbling or whining about decisions that have been made. Individuals are expected to either support their Brand's leadership or move to follow a different Brand.

It is common for a larger community of Navarr to have more than one Brand providing leadership, each with an area of responsibility or specialism. Such communities operate either through the informal co-operation of the Brands, or employ a system where the Brand whose responsibilities apply most appropriately to the current crisis takes the lead. When Navarr groups meet, the Brands usually cooperate or choose to follow one of their number who seems to offer effective overall leadership if that is required.

==Leading a territory==
The Navarr appoint the [[Senator]] for a [[territory]] by communal agreement. Those who would speak for the territory step forward; the candidate must be Navarr but may be from any territory. Once the candidates are clear, the Navarr present choose who to stand behind. The process is very fluid, it is common for individuals and groups to move to coalesce support where it appears to be most effective. Once it is clear that everyone has made a choice, the individual with the most support becomes senator for the territory.

Only Navarr whose personal [[resource]] is located in the territory may participate in the vote. Although [[Striding|Stridings]] travel around the Empire, individual resources are always in a territory, so this is the legal basis for determining where you may vote. The law means that Navarr whose personal resource is in a non-Imperial territory such as [[Liathaven]] or [[Brocéliande]] cannot vote in a senatorial election (although they can still volunteer themselves as candidate for the title of senator).

Anyone who has recently taken part in choosing a [[senator]] who then [[Resource#Changing_Territories|moves territory]] is forbidden from voting in an election in their new territory until a year has passed.

Navarr Senators have a reputation for tactical voting. They accrue political capital with Senators of other nations which they use on key votes, either for the good of Navarr as a nation or for the Empire as a whole.

The senators for each Imperial territory are re-elected at specific equinox and solstices during the year. The senator for [[Miaren]] is elected at the Summer solstice, the senator for [[Therunin]] would be elected at the Autumn equinox (but currently is not Imperial territory), and the senator for [[Hercynia]] is elected at the Winter solstice.
===Incumbent===
The current Navarr senators are listed below - see the individual territory pages for a full election history for each position.
* [[Hercynia]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Hercynia_occupant}}
* [[Miaren]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Miaren_occupant}}
* [[Therunin]] - {{#lst:Archive:All_Election_Results|Senator_for_Therunin_occupant}} - Currently non-imperial territory

<quote-right by="Transcript, Senate Meeting">Senator Jonquil. You would interdict the passage of Ivawr's Striding through Dawn because of what? Some nascent ill-founded fear that our journeys beyond the borders of our glorious Empire will bring a barbarian horde in its wake?

Your Imperial Majesty, it was Riordan who risked all to bring news of the Scaled Host’s march on the Brass Coast. It was the bravery of Pwyll of Therun that lured the Black Byter into the embrace of the Vallorn and it was the Thornborn of Mourn – the like of whom we shall never see again – who defied the Swarm of Vasseir to see your Lord Husband safe to this assembly.

We have walked the Trods of these lands since the Sun and the Moon began their heavenly dance, we have witnessed the deep places and we have guarded your hearth. We leave behind the light so you can rest behind stone-walls. We have earned our place in this magnificent endeavor and we shall claim our birthright. Come, walk with us, noble Jonquil. We have no fear – let us banish yours.</quote-right>

{{Navarr Links}}

Site crew

2024-08-26T09:01:08Z

Paulwilder: /* Security and Marshals */

==Overview==
The site crew are responsible for preparing the site before the event and for clearing the site afterwards. This job includes erecting and dropping the scores of tents that are deployed as well as numerous other jobs like collecting benches and rubbish bags. There are also specialized teams for some jobs like electrics, toilets, and set-dressing. We have a good sized team, but the more people we have, the faster the work goes, so if you're interested in getting involved in helping out with the physical side of Empire then we're keen to talk to you!

Most of the site crew wear distinctive red crew caps, so the department is often referred to as the "Redcaps". If you need someone to help you with logistics at an event, you will often be directed to "ask for a redcap" - which means finding a member of crew wearing a red crew cap.

==Why Get Involved?==
Behind every Profound Decisions event is a small army of volunteers who give it their all to prepare the site for the players to trash in their desire to murderise orcs or each other. Without the tents, cool sets, toilets, power cables, bins, benches, tables and yet more tents there would be no game because there would be no game environment . The site crew - otherwise known as the Redcaps - are responsible for all aspects of site set up, maintenance and take down.

Being part of the Redcap Team is extremely good fun and you’ll find a team of volunteers who are skilled, supportive and able to make a lot of fun out of hard work - but it isn’t for everyone. You don’t have to be very strong to be useful, but you do have to have a degree of stamina to keep going, especially when the weather is terrible and the work just keeps on coming. This means emotional, as well as physical stamina. It might sound odd, but morale is important and everyone on the Redcap Team shares the job of being committed and focused.

Before time-in and after time out, being part of the Redcap Team is a full time job. This means arriving on site and ready to work on Thursday morning (or earlier if you can make it) and finishing at whatever time the job gets done on Friday. This might be on or after time in, and might mean you are not able to be in character at the start of the game. Take down begins shortly after timeout and normally continues the following day.

It's hard work but it’s also tremendously rewarding to be part of the team which makes the game site a positive, fun environment - it means so much to the players that attend and it means a lot to the Redcaps too.

==Teams==
There are five very distinct teams that form the site crew. The largest and most prominent is the site set-up and take-down team. This team is perfect for anyone who would like to get involved with crewing an event but doesn't have any experience or special skills. The other teams - set dressing, security, hygiene, and sparkies - are more specialized and better suited to crew who are able to carry out that dedicated role.

===Site set-up and take-down===
{{CaptionedImage|file=MorganWilkinson.jpg|align=right|caption=Head of site set-up: Morgan Wilkinson}}
The head of the site set-up and take-down team is Morgan Wilkinson. Morgan is responsible for organizing and deploying everyone in the team before and after each event. Much of the work begins before the event. We have a big list of jobs to do, most of which involve putting up or taking down tents of all sizes, up to the larger marquees.

With all that work it’s really important that we know when you intend to arrive on site – what day and also, if possible what time, so that we can put you in a suitable team with a list of jobs to do.

Training is on the job. Don’t worry, we’re all volunteers and every event poses new challenges and learning experiences for all of us! Your team leader will have a list of jobs and, if you’re new to the Redcaps, they will ensure you are trained up on all the different jobs you’re expected to do.

===Traffic Management===
The traffic management team are responsible for directing players who arrive on site and showing them where to park. The work begins on Thursday morning of each event to get everything prepared to receive the first players at midday. After the event ends, the traffic team are needed to help direct traffic to ensure that everyone can get off safely. The traffic team is run by Wayne Newton.

The gate closes late on Thursday evening and then again on Friday evening '''after time-in'''. Once Wayne closes the gate then the crew are free to play the rest of the event or carry on crewing in other areas of the game. At time out the team then assist in getting players safely off site following our one way system.

Managing the traffic and directing players is a straightforward job, it's easy to learn the procedures and it's a great role for anyone who enjoys talking to people. The job is long hours on your feet before the event starts, but leaves most of the rest of the event free for you to do other things.

===Security and Marshals===
Sandy is the head of our security and marshal team who are responsible for the security of the event during the event and especially at night. You don't need to be on site before Thursday evening or stay late, but you do need to work nights. Sabdy organizes the rotas to give everyone the best chance to have a night off during each event where possible.

Live roleplaying events are exceptionally relaxed and friendly environments so we only need a small SIA registered security team. However we supplement security with volunteer marshals who work alongside security and help them keep a watchful eye on the site each night, so no previous experience or qualifications are needed.

===Set Dressing===
The set dressing team is led by Freya Wilson. They are responsible for set-dressing the main game areas, the tavern and the senate building, as well as the Hall of Worlds. Some of the set dressing is the same each time, and the dressings need to be carefully packed away at the end of each event, but there are usually new projects to work on each time as the team strives to improve the look of one or more game areas.

Crew on the team need to have a good eye for dressing a set, but experience is not required, provided you can follow direction. Anyone who has a good imagination or some artistic skills is welcome. You need to be able to get to the site early to get the tents dressed or be able to stay after the event has finished to help put everything away as a minimum, but if everyone is done on time, then you won't be called on during the event.

===Hygiene===
The hygiene team is led by Athena Wride and Tim Knight. This is the least glamorous job on the crew, but also one of the most essential! They are responsible for cleaning the toilets and restocking them with paper every day. Without the team keeping the facilities serviceable, the event would soon grind to a halt.

We use chemical recirculation toilets, which must be cleaned carefully to avoid contamination with the wrong chemicals. You don't need any previous experience in cleaning, but you will need to be able to follow directions. If you are a member of the team, then you don't need to arrive early or stay late, but you will need to be up early each day to join the team as they service each unit.

===Sparkies===
The Sparky team is led Ian Roper. The team run out the cables that provide the power to GOD, monster, caterers, traders and the various game areas. The work is surprisingly physical, drums of electrical cable are heavy and they need to be painstakingly rolled out and rolled back in again for every event.

The team work to a plan laid down by trained electricians, so you don't need to be qualified to help out but you do need to have a good understanding of practical electrics so that you can spot potential issues before any problems develop. Like most other members of the site crew you will need to be able to get to site early to get everything ready and ideally be able to stay after the event has finished to help take everything down but unless you are a senior member of the team then you won't be called on during the event.

==Time-off==
If everything goes well then most of the site crew's responsibilities are discharged by the time the event starts. Only the hygiene team need to do their job during time-in every day and even then only for a few hours each morning. Once the work is complete, members of the site crew can choose to carry on crewing by playing a role in plot or event logistics, or they can stop crewing and join the player base, playing a character for the weekend.

Whatever you choose to do there may be times during the weekend that we need your help to work on site issues. This might just be for a few minutes helping with rubbish runs, repairing a damaged set or restocking a toilet but it may be for longer to help resolve a problem. So if you join the site crew and play then please understand that means you are Redcap first and a player second.
{{Crewing Links}}

Spring Equinox 2024

2024-07-03T21:38:57Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
This page lists all the details that are specific to this event. There is an additional page with [[event information]] which lists arrival and departure times and similar details that are common for all Empire events.

==COVID==
Please read the [[COVID safety]] guidelines carefully to make sure you understand what is required.

==IC News==
See the [[386YE Spring Equinox winds of fortune|winds of fortune]] and the [[386YE Spring Equinox winds of war|winds of war]] for all the latest in-character developments throughout the Empire. An [[Event schedule|event schedule]] that shows the timings of in-character activities common to all Empire events is also available. There is also a [[386YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections|list of upcoming Imperial elections]]

==Battles==
At the event we will be running two large battles, one Saturday morning and one Sunday morning. The large battles will follow the normal rules for [[battles]]; you may only participate in a single battle as your character and you must monster the other battle if you decide to participate in one. The sides for the battles will be chosen by the generals in the [[Muster]] of the [[Imperial Military Council]] on Friday night.

The [[Sentinel Gate]] opens at 11:00 - regardless of whether anyone is ready or not! If you are playing then make sure you arrive in plenty of time before this so your weapons can be checked.

If you are monstering then you need to make your way to the monster area between 09:30 and 10:00 to give us time to get you into costume, made-up and briefed. If you turn up after 10:30 you will be turned away.

==Dusk==
* '''For this event we are defining dusk as beginning at 21:30 and ending at 22:30'''
* '''No bow or crossbow use in Anvil after 21:30 or on quests that start after this time'''
Our [[Bow_safety#Bow_Safety|bow safety rules]] prohibit the use of bows and crossbows after "dusk". At this event we are defining that point as 21:30 each day. This means you cannot use a bow in Anvil after this time, or on a skirmish or quest that starts after this time.

The necromantic ritual [[Whispers through the Black Gate]] can only be performed for one hour around dusk - at this event that means the ritual can be performed at any time between 21:30 and 22:30.
{{CaptionedImage|file=2024.png|title=Site Map|align=right|width=600}}
==Toilets==
Toilet blocks are marked on the map with a T symbol. The main blocks are the ones near Mhorish, near God, and in the OOC player field adjacent to the crew area. All the larger blocks of toilet and hygiene facilities that are located around the site are split into male, female and gender neutral toilets. All our participants are entitled to use the facilities that they feel most comfortable using. You must not challenge other participants when using the facilities.

==Site Map==
The site map is opposite; the [[camp planner]] for each camp will have their own layout for their camp, showing where all the tents they know about are to be pitched. If you are bringing an IC tent, please make sure you contact your camp planner before the event to let them know what you are bringing. If you do not know where you are supposed to be camping, then please speak to the [[camp planner]] on arrival at your nation's camp.

==Accessibility Camps==
The areas marked with a wheelchair are the out-of-character camps that are for use by participants with additional accessibility needs. Please let the crew know if you need to camp or park here. There are five disabled toilet facilities, one near monster, one near the showers, one near the drop-off point, one in the in-character area in the toilet blocks opposite Mhorish and one in the accessibility camp near Wintermark.

==Drop Off Point==
No vehicles are allowed on site after 18:00 on Friday as the game has started by this point. We have created a vehicle drop off point near the main entrance to the League and Navarr camp. This is purely for vehicles that are not driving onto the site, but wish to park as close to the entrance as possible so that they can unload from here. You must move your vehicle from the drop off point to the main camping/parking area once you have finished unloading your vehicle.

==Traders==
Several of our bigger traders have now moved to our new Trade Court, which you can find in the OC area near GOD with most of our caterers and our new traders. The remainder will be sited in the IC area near the bar as usual.

===Trade Court===
* [http://www.chowsemporium.co.uk/ Chows Emporium] Costume, leather gloves, products related to drinking and accessories.
* [http://www.darkbladeuk.co.uk Darkblade] Leather Stuff.
* [http://havingalarp.com/ Having A Larp] Costume, weapons, armour and LARP accessories.
* Irregular Props - Weapons, shields and mage implements designed especially for Empire.
* [http://www.eldritch.com/ Eldritch] Weapons and armour.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Firehoundforge/ Firehound Forge] Traditional blacksmith providing handforged wares, foregework demonstrations, repairs and lessons in blacksmithing.
* [https://www.kriosphotography.com/ Krios Photography] - On-site studio set to capture beautiful portraits, ensuring everyone looks their best!
* [https://www.larpinn.co.uk/ Larp Inn] Heros are made from our wide selection of costume, leather goods, armour and weapons.
* [http://www.lightarmoury.co.uk/ Light Armouries] Supplier of latex weapons and props.

* [https://www.facebook.com/stardustlarpcraft Stardust Larpcraft] Fantasy leatherwork, costume, and accessories with a sparkle.
* Wonderlust Couture - custom made, individual jewellery and costume in various designs.

===IC Field===
* A.J Preece Larp Supplies
* [http://www.battle-ready.com/ Battle Ready] Hand-crafted leather goods.
* [https://www.bespokepewter.com Bespoke Pewter] Empire Specific and general medieval pewter badges and dress accessories.'
* [http://history-explorer.co.uk/ Coelred Monger] Suppliers of replica costume and artefacts.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Craeftigan1 Craeftigan] Beautiful weapons and costume that are perfect for Empire.
* [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057123293760 Das Shoppe] New and second hand costume, leatherwork, weapons, props and furniture. Trade ins welcome.
* [https://www.larpgems.com Gem’s Trading Co] - Costumes and leatherwork. Fine quality tailored garments and LRP props. Also a wide range of hand made leather items and missile weapons supplied by Arrow Kaster available to order.
* [https://gnosisstudios.net/ Gnosis]
* [https://www.larpinn.co.uk/ Having A Larp] Costume, weapons, armour and LARP accessories.
* Honest Jim's Wandering Shop
* In Your Dreams FX - Weapons, armour, masks and arrows
* [http://www.lamialeather.co.uk Lamia Leather] specialise in making leather Armour, jackets, and accessories for LARP.
* [http://www.lyonleathers.co.uk/ Lyon Leathers] sell leather hides, animal furs, buckles and fittings and also a small selection of belts and other leather goods.
* [https://www.facebook.com/share/6RgY3tsXxZgxfN3y/ McSkelly Leathers] A fine range of high quality custom made leather goods.
* [https://millstreamforge.co.uk Millstream Forge]

* [https://www.instagram.com/queen_in_chain Queen of Chains]
* [https://www.facebook.com/SkianMhor Skian Mhor] Latex Weapons and props. Costume, armour, leatherwork, chainmail, tents and all types of LRP supplies and essentials.
* [https://www.twistedgoblinarmouries.co.uk Twisted Goblin Armouries] Crafty creations, funky finds, innovative LARP props, armour & costume, bespoke Twisted Goblin Kidz range
* [https://www.facebook.com/UmbraArmoury/ Umbra Armouries] Custom leather goods.
* [http://www.velvet-glove.co.uk/ Velvet Glove Costumes] Costumes, make-up, prosthetics, jewellery with more to come!

* Mhorish Good Food
* Smokey Hole
* PD Tavern (The Forge)

===Caterers===

A full list of caterers is available from the [[Event information#Food and Drink|Food and Drink]] section of the [[Event information|General Details]] page.

[[Category:Events]]

Spring Equinox 2024

2024-07-03T17:39:35Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
This page lists all the details that are specific to this event. There is an additional page with [[event information]] which lists arrival and departure times and similar details that are common for all Empire events.

==COVID==
Please read the [[COVID safety]] guidelines carefully to make sure you understand what is required.

==IC News==
See the [[386YE Spring Equinox winds of fortune|winds of fortune]] and the [[386YE Spring Equinox winds of war|winds of war]] for all the latest in-character developments throughout the Empire. An [[Event schedule|event schedule]] that shows the timings of in-character activities common to all Empire events is also available. There is also a [[386YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections|list of upcoming Imperial elections]]

==Battles==
At the event we will be running two large battles, one Saturday morning and one Sunday morning. The large battles will follow the normal rules for [[battles]]; you may only participate in a single battle as your character and you must monster the other battle if you decide to participate in one. The sides for the battles will be chosen by the generals in the [[Muster]] of the [[Imperial Military Council]] on Friday night.

The [[Sentinel Gate]] opens at 11:00 - regardless of whether anyone is ready or not! If you are playing then make sure you arrive in plenty of time before this so your weapons can be checked.

If you are monstering then you need to make your way to the monster area between 09:30 and 10:00 to give us time to get you into costume, made-up and briefed. If you turn up after 10:30 you will be turned away.

==Dusk==
* '''For this event we are defining dusk as beginning at 21:30 and ending at 22:30'''
* '''No bow or crossbow use in Anvil after 21:30 or on quests that start after this time'''
Our [[Bow_safety#Bow_Safety|bow safety rules]] prohibit the use of bows and crossbows after "dusk". At this event we are defining that point as 21:30 each day. This means you cannot use a bow in Anvil after this time, or on a skirmish or quest that starts after this time.

The necromantic ritual [[Whispers through the Black Gate]] can only be performed for one hour around dusk - at this event that means the ritual can be performed at any time between 21:30 and 22:30.
{{CaptionedImage|file=2024.png|title=Site Map|align=right|width=600}}
==Toilets==
Toilet blocks are marked on the map with a T symbol. The main blocks are the ones near Mhorish, near God, and in the OOC player field adjacent to the crew area. All the larger blocks of toilet and hygiene facilities that are located around the site are split into male, female and gender neutral toilets. All our participants are entitled to use the facilities that they feel most comfortable using. You must not challenge other participants when using the facilities.

==Site Map==
The site map is opposite; the [[camp planner]] for each camp will have their own layout for their camp, showing where all the tents they know about are to be pitched. If you are bringing an IC tent, please make sure you contact your camp planner before the event to let them know what you are bringing. If you do not know where you are supposed to be camping, then please speak to the [[camp planner]] on arrival at your nation's camp.

==Accessibility Camps==
The areas marked with a wheelchair are the out-of-character camps that are for use by participants with additional accessibility needs. Please let the crew know if you need to camp or park here. There are five disabled toilet facilities, one near monster, one near the showers, one near the drop-off point, one in the in-character area in the toilet blocks opposite Mhorish and one in the accessibility camp near Wintermark.

==Drop Off Point==
No vehicles are allowed on site after 18:00 on Friday as the game has started by this point. We have created a vehicle drop off point near the main entrance to the League and Navarr camp. This is purely for vehicles that are not driving onto the site, but wish to park as close to the entrance as possible so that they can unload from here. You must move your vehicle from the drop off point to the main camping/parking area once you have finished unloading your vehicle.

==Traders==
{{stub}}
Several of our bigger traders have now moved to our new Trade Court, which you can find in the OC area near GOD with most of our caterers and our new traders. The remainder will be sited in the IC area near the bar as usual.

===Trade Court===
* [http://www.chowsemporium.co.uk/ Chows Emporium] Costume, leather gloves, products related to drinking and accessories.
* [http://www.darkbladeuk.co.uk Darkblade] Leather Stuff.
* [http://havingalarp.com/ Having A Larp] Costume, weapons, armour and LARP accessories.
* Irregular Props - Weapons, shields and mage implements designed especially for Empire.
* [http://www.eldritch.com/ Eldritch] Weapons and armour.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Firehoundforge/ Firehound Forge] Traditional blacksmith providing handforged wares, foregework demonstrations, repairs and lessons in blacksmithing.
* [https://www.kriosphotography.com/ Krios Photography] - On-site studio set to capture beautiful portraits, ensuring everyone looks their best!
* [https://www.larpinn.co.uk/ Larp Inn] Heros are made from our wide selection of costume, leather goods, armour and weapons.
* [http://www.lightarmoury.co.uk/ Light Armouries] Supplier of latex weapons and props.

* [https://www.facebook.com/stardustlarpcraft Stardust Larpcraft] Fantasy leatherwork, costume, and accessories with a sparkle.
* Wonderlust Couture - custom made, individual jewellery and costume in various designs.

===IC Field===
* A.J Preece Larp Supplies
* [http://www.battle-ready.com/ Battle Ready] Hand-crafted leather goods.
* [https://www.bespokepewter.com Bespoke Pewter] Empire Specific and general medieval pewter badges and dress accessories.'
* [http://history-explorer.co.uk/ Coelred Monger] Suppliers of replica costume and artefacts.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Craeftigan1 Craeftigan] Beautiful weapons and costume that are perfect for Empire.
* [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057123293760 Das Shoppe] New and second hand costume, leatherwork, weapons, props and furniture. Trade ins welcome.
* [https://www.larpgems.com Gem’s Trading Co] - Costumes and leatherwork. Fine quality tailored garments and LRP props. Also a wide range of hand made leather items and missile weapons supplied by Arrow Kaster available to order.
* [https://gnosisstudios.net/ Gnosis]
* [https://www.larpinn.co.uk/ Having A Larp] Costume, weapons, armour and LARP accessories.
* Honest Jim's Wandering Shop
* In Your Dreams FX - Weapons, armour, masks and arrows
* [http://www.lamialeather.co.uk Lamia Leather] specialise in making leather Armour, jackets, and accessories for LARP.
* [http://www.lyonleathers.co.uk/ Lyon Leathers] sell leather hides, animal furs, buckles and fittings and also a small selection of belts and other leather goods.
* [https://www.facebook.com/share/6RgY3tsXxZgxfN3y/ McSkelly Leathers] A fine range of high quality custom made leather goods.
* [https://millstreamforge.co.uk Millstream Forge]

* [https://www.instagram.com/queen_in_chain Queen of Chains]
* [https://www.facebook.com/SkianMhor Skian Mhor] Latex Weapons and props. Costume, armour, leatherwork, chainmail, tents and all types of LRP supplies and essentials.
* [https://www.twistedgoblinarmouries.co.uk Twisted Goblin Armouries] Crafty creations, funky finds, innovative LARP props, armour & costume, bespoke Twisted Goblin Kidz range
* [https://www.facebook.com/UmbraArmoury/ Umbra Armouries] Custom leather goods.
* [http://www.velvet-glove.co.uk/ Velvet Glove Costumes] Costumes, make-up, prosthetics, jewellery with more to come!

* Mhorish Good Food
* Smokey Hole
* PD Tavern (The Forge)

===Caterers===

A full list of caterers is available from the [[Event information#Food and Drink|Food and Drink]] section of the [[Event information|General Details]] page.

[[Category:Events]]

386YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2024-06-20T20:22:16Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Holberg|Senator for Holberg]] - Kaspar Yakovich von Holberg
* [[Karsk|Senator for Karsk]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Mournwold|Senator for Mournwold]] - Simon "Chordwangler" Willow
* [[Reikos|Senator for Reikos]] - Cyrus, of Ebon's Hall
* [[Sarvos|Senator for Sarvos]] - Rosalina Gulia Viola di Sarvos
* [[Segura|Senator for Segura]] - Velasco i Guerra
* [[The Barrens|Senator for the Barrens]] - Aramis du Froste

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Bloodcrow Knott
* [[Ambassador to Faraden]] - Ebenezer
* [[Ambassador to Jarm]] - Nikita Teanga Volkov
* [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] - Kindra Surefoot
* [[Ambassador to the Commonwealth]] - Lucia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] - Accalon
* [[Navarr_military_concerns#Isaella.27s_Dance|General of Isaella's Dance]] - Cadwell Waystone
* [[Raise Autumn Hammers|General of the Autumn Hammers]] - Vana
* [[Bloodcloaks|General of the Bloodcloaks]] - Lofyn Blood-cloak
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Mary Birchsmith
* [[Fist of the Mountains|General of the Fist of the Mountains]] - Ivar Dunning
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Archavion Wolfborne
* [[Iron Helms|General of the Iron Helms]] - Alderei the Fair
* [[Narwhal's Spear|General of the Narwhal's Spear]] - Kaisa
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Stanley Of Chalkdown
* [[Valiant Pegasus|General of the Valiant Pegasus]] - Zadok
* [[Magic Butcher|Butcher of the Meat and Mana Market of Temeschwar]] - Sebastian Adolphus von Temeschwar
* [[Churnspire Adjutor]] - Quint Sertorius
* [[Custodian of the Bloody Great Sausage]] - Kanute Adelaar van Holberg
* [[Custodian of the Kennels]] - Hildegarde
* [[Director of Holberg's Melodious Cascade|Director of Holberg's Melodious Cascade]] - Lula Kleist von Ennerlund
* [[Financier of Holberg's Phantasmagorical Mementoes|Financier of Holberg's Phantasmagorical Mementoes]] - Bernhard Kleist von Ennerlund
* [[Greenwatcher|Greenwatcher]] - Juliette
* [[Master of the School of Exorcism]] - Elkiah
* [[Mayor of Caricomare]] - Aloysius di Sarvos
* [[Pitmaster]] - Gaddak
* [[Rebeshof Roadwarden|Rebeshof Roadwarden]] - Lia Adelaar
* [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] - Sand Viper Idra
* [[Steward of the Sarvos Mana Exchange]] - Wolfgang Wilheim Von Vanderghast
* [[Tender of the Blood Orchard|Tender of the Blood Orchard]] - Ricardo Almieda Desmondo di Tasetto
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Acwyn

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Hazelelponi (224 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Ambition]] - Viviane Barossa de Coeurdefer (142 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Vigilance]] - Gaelen Embercast (174 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Loyalty]] - Kellin Embercast (92 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Pride]] - Olyvar of Esther's Sanctum (176 votes)
* [[Arcane Inquisitor|Arcane Inquisitor]] - Rhubarb Ironwood (5 votes)
* [[Auditor of Senatorial Accountability|Auditor of Senatorial Accountability]] - Vauraus Korppitkotka (6 votes)
* [[Arbiter of the Four Winds|Arbiter of the Four Winds]] - Athenus (68 votes)
* [[Guardian of Britta's Memorial]] - Neala Blackhawk (66 votes)
* [[High Bard of the Empire]] - Malcón i Dyrelnos i Erigo (5 votes)
* [[Speaker of the Crows|Speaker of the Crows]] - Ingrid (220 votes)
* [[Voice of the Twin Roses]] - Noble Seri of The Twisted Rose (60 votes)
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Eldrid Vestardottir (124 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hugh Farrier (200 votes)
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Jared (70 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Ambition]] - Serrusto Caeli Rezia di Tassato
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Harwyn Eternal
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Vigilance]] - Irada Von Temeschwar
* [[Imperial Chaplain Consular]] - Aster Aceae

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Imperial Fleet Master]] - Rahmah i Darwisj i Erigo
* [[Quartermaster of the Hanuri Garrison|Quartermaster of the Hanuri Garrison]] - Erikas Van Temeshwar
* [[Strategos|Strategos of the Brass Coast]] - Gael i Guerra (3 votes)
* [[Strategos|Strategos of the Marches]] - Aliss Thorn
* [[Strategos|Strategos of Urizen]] - Lanius

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Golden Pyramid|Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Sevenfold Path|Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa d'Apulian

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Warmage]] - Raficci Vicente Barossa
* [[Archmage of Day]] - Gralka
* [[Archmage of Night]] - Eliina Lailasdottir
* [[Arcane Envoy|Arcane Envoy]] - Crannog
* [[Hand of the Healers|Hand of the Healers]] - Raewynn Farkas

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Master of the Imperial Mint|Master of the Imperial Mint]] - Tristan Ramson von Holberg (15 thrones)
* [[Regario Dossier|Regario Dossier]] - Laszlo Gulyas von Temeschwar, of the Guild of Drovers (60 thrones)
* [[Syrene's Wisdom]] - Shiloh (140 thrones)
* [[Flaxen Pillars|Red-Eyed Reaper]] - Claus Friedrich von Holberg (45 thrones)
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Pickers Goldleaf (20 mana crystals)
* [[Citizens' Voice|Citizens' Voice]] - Sefa (6 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Vivane Knotes (20 thrones)
* [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] - Bernardo Von Temeschwar (12 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Wren Ironclaw (22 thrones)
* [[Seer of the Spiral Sword]] - Tisserande Griffinsbain (100 thrones)
* [[Tender of Kleist's Winter Gardens|Tender of Kleist's Winter Gardens]] - Hastur Brokenbough (21 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Cerevado Nets]] - Lexis i Leharo i guerra (264 votes)
* [[Gift of the Dwindling Star]] - Fretek Sargava Slavomiryn (263 votes)
* [[Mediator of Wreck|Mediator of Wreck]] - 12285 (173 votes)
* [[Steel Fist]] - Arora (2 votes)
* [[Tassatan Hills|Tassatan Hills]] - Serafina di Sarvos (602 votes)
* [[The Red Depths|The Red Depths]] - Sagremar I Zayden I Guerra (723 votes)
* [[Alder of Meade|Alder of Meade]] - Edmund Forster (465 votes)
* [[Bonesetter of Torfast Trading Post]] - Bloodcrow Reek (97 votes)
* [[Bursar of the House of Spirits]] - Rinnah (340 votes)
* [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] - Vladimir Vladirovich Reznikov (181 votes)
* [[Custodian of the Assayer's Guild]] - Marcus Von Temeschwar (466 votes)
* [[Gloaming Merchant|Gloaming Merchant]] - Spyridonakes of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros (166 votes)
* [[Keeper of the Runegrott|Keeper of the Runegrott]] - Derowen (83 votes)
* [[Marracossa Sendito]] - Karg i Estrico i Erigo (146 votes)
* [[Mediator of Fisk|Mediator of Fisk]] - Thritt (175 votes)
* [[Merchant Boyar of the Bittershore]] - Kostjya (152 votes)
* [[Preceptor of the Skarsind College of Warcasting]] - Bloodcrow Rakk (6 votes)
* [[Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks|Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks]] - Telemachus of The Lighthouse at Nikephoros (240 votes)
* [[Steward of the Mines of Gulhule]] - Irontide Flax (34 votes)
* [[Talon of Kauppahall|Talon of Kauppahall]] - Eerikki Korpi (174 votes)
* [[Vizier of the Incarnadine Satchel]] - Cato i Emberbright i Guerra (97 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Cassius
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Spring]] - Doctor Heinrich

==Civil Service Appointment==
* [[Dean of the Academy]] - Hildebrand Von Holberg, Of The Temple of Nine Fingers

[[Category:Elections]]
[[Category:Recent History]]
[[Category:386YE]]

386YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2024-06-20T20:20:58Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Holberg|Senator for Holberg]] - Kaspar Yakovich von Holberg
* [[Karsk|Senator for Karsk]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Mournwold|Senator for Mournwold]] - Simon "Chordwangler" Willow
* [[Reikos|Senator for Reikos]] - Cyrus, of Ebon's Hall
* [[Sarvos|Senator for Sarvos]] - Rosalina Gulia Viola di Sarvos
* [[Segura|Senator for Segura]] - Velasco i Guerra
* [[The Barrens|Senator for the Barrens]] - Aramis du Froste

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Bloodcrow Knott
* [[Ambassador to Faraden]] - Ebenezer
* [[Ambassador to Jarm]] - Nikita Teanga Volkov
* [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] - Kindra Surefoot
* [[Ambassador to the Commonwealth]] - Lucia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] - Accalon
* [[Navarr_military_concerns#Isaella.27s_Dance|General of Isaella's Dance]] - Cadwell Waystone
* [[Raise Autumn Hammers|General of the Autumn Hammers]] - Vana
* [[Bloodcloaks|General of the Bloodcloaks]] - Lofyn Blood-cloak
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Mary Birchsmith
* [[Fist of the Mountains|General of the Fist of the Mountains]] - Ivar Dunning
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Archavion Wolfborne
* [[Iron Helms|General of the Iron Helms]] - Alderei the Fair
* [[Narwhal's Spear|General of the Narwhal's Spear]] - Kaisa
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Stanley Of Chalkdown
* [[Valiant Pegasus|General of the Valiant Pegasus]] - Zadok
* [[Magic Butcher|Butcher of the Meat and Mana Market of Temeschwar]] - Sebastian Adolphus von Temeschwar
* [[Churnspire Adjutor]] - Quint Sertorius
* [[Custodian of the Bloody Great Sausage]] - Kanute Adelaar van Holberg
* [[Custodian of the Kennels]] - Hildegarde
* [[Director of Holberg's Melodious Cascade|Director of Holberg's Melodious Cascade]] - Lula Kleist von Ennerlund
* [[Financier of Holberg's Phantasmagorical Mementoes|Financier of Holberg's Phantasmagorical Mementoes]] - Bernhard Kleist von Ennerlund
* [[Greenwatcher|Greenwatcher]] - Juliette
* [[Master of the School of Exorcism]] - Elkiah
* [[Mayor of Caricomare]] - Aloysius di Sarvos
* [[Pitmaster]] - Gaddak
* [[Rebeshof Roadwarden|Rebeshof Roadwarden]] - Lia Adelaar
* [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] - Sand Viper Idra
* [[Steward of the Sarvos Mana Exchange]] - Wolfgang Wilheim Von Vanderghast
* [[Tender of the Blood Orchard|Tender of the Blood Orchard]] - Ricardo Almieda Desmondo di Tasetto
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Acwyn

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Hazelelponi (224 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Ambition]] - Viviane Barossa de Coeurdefer (142 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Vigilance]] - Gaelen Embercast (174 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Loyalty]] - Kellin Embercast (92 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Pride]] - Olyvar of Esther's Sanctum (176 votes)
* [[Arcane Inquisitor|Arcane Inquisitor]] - Rhubarb Ironwood (5 votes)
* [[Auditor of Senatorial Accountability|Auditor of Senatorial Accountability]] - Vauraus Korppitkotka (6 votes)
* [[Arbiter of the Four Winds|Arbiter of the Four Winds]] - Athenus (68 votes)
* [[Guardian of Britta's Memorial]] - Neala Blackhawk (66 votes)
* [[High Bard of the Empire]] - Malcón i Dyrelnos i Erigo (5 votes)
* [[Speaker of the Crows|Speaker of the Crows]] - Ingrid (220 votes)
* [[Voice of the Twin Roses]] - Noble Seri of The Twisted Rose (60 votes)
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Eldrid Vestardottir (124 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hugh Farrier (200 votes)
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Jared (70 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Ambition]] - Serrusto Caeli Rezia di Tassato
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Harwyn Eternal
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Vigilance]] - Irada Von Temeschwar
* [[Imperial Chaplain Consular]] - Aster Aceae

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Imperial Fleet Master]] - Rahmah i Darwisj i Erigo
* [[Quartermaster of the Hanuri Garrison|Quartermaster of the Hanuri Garrison]] - Erikas Van Temeshwar
* [[Strategos|Strategos of the Brass Coast]] - Gael i Guerra (3 votes)
* [[Strategos|Strategos of the Marches]] - Aliss Thorn
* [[Strategos|Strategos of Urizen]] - Lanius

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Golden Pyramid|Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Golden Pyramid|Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Sevenfold Path|Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa d'Apulian
* [[Sevenfold Path|Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa d'Apulian

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Warmage]] - Raficci Vicente Barossa
* [[Archmage of Day]] - Gralka
* [[Archmage of Night]] - Eliina Lailasdottir
* [[Arcane Envoy|Arcane Envoy]] - Crannog
* [[Hand of the Healers|Hand of the Healers]] - Raewynn Farkas

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Master of the Imperial Mint|Master of the Imperial Mint]] - Tristan Ramson von Holberg (15 thrones)
* [[Regario Dossier|Regario Dossier]] - Laszlo Gulyas von Temeschwar, of the Guild of Drovers (60 thrones)
* [[Syrene's Wisdom]] - Shiloh (140 thrones)
* [[Flaxen Pillars|Red-Eyed Reaper]] - Claus Friedrich von Holberg (45 thrones)
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Pickers Goldleaf (20 mana crystals)
* [[Citizens' Voice|Citizens' Voice]] - Sefa (6 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Vivane Knotes (20 thrones)
* [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] - Bernardo Von Temeschwar (12 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Wren Ironclaw (22 thrones)
* [[Seer of the Spiral Sword]] - Tisserande Griffinsbain (100 thrones)
* [[Tender of Kleist's Winter Gardens|Tender of Kleist's Winter Gardens]] - Hastur Brokenbough (21 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Cerevado Nets]] - Lexis i Leharo i guerra (264 votes)
* [[Gift of the Dwindling Star]] - Fretek Sargava Slavomiryn (263 votes)
* [[Mediator of Wreck|Mediator of Wreck]] - 12285 (173 votes)
* [[Steel Fist]] - Arora (2 votes)
* [[Tassatan Hills|Tassatan Hills]] - Serafina di Sarvos (602 votes)
* [[The Red Depths|The Red Depths]] - Sagremar I Zayden I Guerra (723 votes)
* [[Alder of Meade|Alder of Meade]] - Edmund Forster (465 votes)
* [[Bonesetter of Torfast Trading Post]] - Bloodcrow Reek (97 votes)
* [[Bursar of the House of Spirits]] - Rinnah (340 votes)
* [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] - Vladimir Vladirovich Reznikov (181 votes)
* [[Custodian of the Assayer's Guild]] - Marcus Von Temeschwar (466 votes)
* [[Gloaming Merchant|Gloaming Merchant]] - Spyridonakes of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros (166 votes)
* [[Keeper of the Runegrott|Keeper of the Runegrott]] - Derowen (83 votes)
* [[Marracossa Sendito]] - Karg i Estrico i Erigo (146 votes)
* [[Mediator of Fisk|Mediator of Fisk]] - Thritt (175 votes)
* [[Merchant Boyar of the Bittershore]] - Kostjya (152 votes)
* [[Preceptor of the Skarsind College of Warcasting]] - Bloodcrow Rakk (6 votes)
* [[Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks|Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks]] - Telemachus of The Lighthouse at Nikephoros (240 votes)
* [[Steward of the Mines of Gulhule]] - Irontide Flax (34 votes)
* [[Talon of Kauppahall|Talon of Kauppahall]] - Eerikki Korpi (174 votes)
* [[Vizier of the Incarnadine Satchel]] - Cato i Emberbright i Guerra (97 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Cassius
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Spring]] - Doctor Heinrich

==Civil Service Appointment==
* [[Dean of the Academy]] - Hildebrand Von Holberg, Of The Temple of Nine Fingers

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[[Category:Recent History]]
[[Category:386YE]]

386YE Spring Equinox interlude

2024-05-06T13:57:00Z

Paulwilder: /* Interlude */

[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:386YE Spring]][[Category:Recent History]]
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==Interlude==
Downtime is now open, allowing players to process their character's downtime choices. The Spring Equinox winds of fortune will come out shortly before the next event. However, there are a number of significant events happening in the wake of the Winter Solstice that may affect some players' Downtime actions - primarily effects on personal resources or options for characters with [[military unit]] or [[fleet]] personal resources.

On this page we'll be outlining, and offering some context for, these various effects. In most cases, there will be further information in the Spring Equinox winds of fortune. As always, these are quick OOC summaries to explain effects such as large-scale enchantments and curses. We'll cover all these and more when we start to present the winds of fortune for next event.

'''The deadline for Downtime submissions is midnight on Friday the 10th May - we'll close downtime shortly after this date.'''

==Warfare==
Any player whose character controls a [[military unit]] can choose from a number of downtime options. Left to their own devices, a military unit defaults to [[Military_unit#Take_Independent_Action|paid work]] guaranteeing an income of herbs, ingots or measures, money, or mana crystals. Otherwise, they may log into the downtime system and choose to support an army or fortification, or assign to a special project such as a [[spy network]] or an [[Military_unit#Adventures|adventure]]. Players who want to support one of the [[Imperial army|Imperial armies]] can also read the [[Army_orders|orders]] issued by each [[general]] before making their decision.

As always, the guidelines around discussing military matters online can be found [[Online#You_may_not_post_Military_Updates|here]].
===Weathering the Storm===
* '''Wintermark military units have penalties to effective strength or production unless they take certain actions this downtime
The Wintermark Assembly enacted two mandates, relating to [[Hear_your_footsteps#In_the_North|the harsh winter]] and the threat of [[Agramant]]. The first mandate urges the people of Wintermark, and Sermersuaq in particular, to keep each other safe during the harsh winter that is to come. The other urges them to protect their people from the threat of [[Cold Sun]]. Until the start of the Spring Equinox 386YE every [[military unit]] controlled by a Wintermark character takes a penalty or gains a bonus to its effective rank depending on what it does.

A military unit based in Sermersuaq that takes the [[Military_unit#Hunt_the_Suaq_Wastes|hunt the Suaq Wastes]] [[Military_unit#Adventures|adventure]] gains a +2 bonus to effective strength. If it takes the [[Military_unit#Defend_Fortification|defend]] the [[Kallavesa#The_Beacons_of_Wintermark|Beacons of Wintermark]] or [[Military_unit#Support_Army|supports]] a Wintermark army fighting in Wintermark it gains neither benefit nor penalty. Any other military unit that takes one of these our actions gains a +1 bonus to rank, but takes a -1 penalty to rank if they do anything else.
===The Bone Pilgrimage===
* '''Imperial Orcs and Highborn military units can take part in the Bone Pilgrimage adventure
* '''A starting military unit receives 90 rings, 7 random herbs, and a single dose of liao in place of their normal production
The [[Standing_in_the_sun#The_Bone_Pilgrimage|Bone Pilgrimage]] is a new adventure available to Imperial Orcs and Highborn military units. It involves exploring the Empire, and lands beyond, looking for the remains of Imperial Orc ancestors to return to Skarsind and inter at the Bone Ossuary. Mandates in the General Assembly, and in the Varushkan assembly, encouraged priests of all nations to help with the pilgrimage. Only in Urizen is the Bone Pilgrimage not recognised.
===Roadwardens===
* '''Navarr military units can take part in the Roadwarden adventure
* '''A basic military unit would receive 120 rings and 3 random resources each season, with more for upgraded or enchanted units.
Following recent interest in Imperial roads, and concerns about the safety of long-distance travel, the Navarr national assembly has encouraged wayhouses and thorns alike to take responsibility for keeping them safe. Navarr military units can now become roadwardens, dealing with small-scale threats and enlisting the appopriate authorities in dealing with more difficult challenges.

===Imperial Guerdon===
The Imperial Guerdon is a bursary set up by the Imperial Senate primarily to reward military units that support Imperial armies, spy networks, and fortifications. The value of the Imperial Guerdon is divided between each military unit and fleet that supports an army in proportion to their effective strength. The [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] has the power to exclude any or all Imperial armies and navies, fortifications, or special projects (such as spy networks) from the Guerdon. If they do so, then a character who supports such an army, fortification, or special project will receive nothing for doing so.

The Guerdon stands at 350 thrones.

This season, the [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] has announced that shares of the Guerdon will be shared between military units supporting the following armies or opportunities:
* [[Burning Falcon]]
* [[Green Shield]]
* [[Summer Storm]]

==Fleets==
* '''Imperial fleets can trade with foreign ports and receive valuable goods'''
* '''Some ports give special bonuses or suffer special penalties'''
* '''They can also take special actions such as engaging in independent action, or embarking on an adventure'''
Certain trading destinations apply special effects if a fleet visits them, summarized on the [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary|Winter Solstice]] wind of fortune page.

Some fleets also have the opportunity to take part in special [[Fleet#Adventures|adventures]] that provide specific rewards. These options are found in the downtime menu as dropdowns. If you don't want to do something specific, your fleet will automatically participate in [[Fleet#Take_Independent_Action|privateering]] - the default independent action available to every fleet captain.

===Escort Imperial Shipping===
* '''Any Freeborn can protect Imperial shipping in the Bay of Catazar from Grendel ships'''
* '''In place of normal production, a basic fleet receives 3 random materials, 4 random herbs, and 24 rings'''
The mandate [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_179|enacted]] by '''Ahraz i Guerra''' has focused the Freeborn on protecting ships across the Bay of Catazar from the Grendel. The previous penalty from the Grendel on all fleets on the Bay of Catazar has been removed and any Brass Coast fleet can take part in an adventure focused on avoiding fighting the Grendel.

==Other Effects==
Every season sees large-scale effects impact individuals and nations. Where possible we've summarised these effects here.
===Look to the Way===
* '''Priests with congregations who preach the Way receive 2 additional Synod votes until the start of the Autumn Equinox 386YE'''
Following the change in doctrine that was upheld at the Autumn Equinox 385YE there has been a [[Part_of_this_together#Look_to_the_Way|renewal of faith]]. Until the start of the Autumn Equinox 386YE the congregations of priests who [[Congregation#Downtime_Options|preach the Way]] will gain 2 additional votes at the next summit - assuming nothing changes in the meantime.

===Huddled Against the Winter===
* '''Farms in Sermersuaq receive a +1 rank bonus to production this season
Thanks to a mandate enacted by the Wintermark assembly that urges both cooperation and for warriors to ensure the harsh winter is endured, farms in Sermersuaq receive additional production as detailed in the [[Hear_your_footsteps#In_the_North|Hear your footsteps]] wind of fortune.

===Enjoy What We Have===
* '''Congregations in Sarvos, Tassato, and Temeschwar receive an additional 36 rings'''
* '''The Azure Sutannir, Crimson Sutannir, and Queen's Rose receive an additional 108 rings'''
Following the mandate [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_29|enacted]] by '''Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra''' there has been an influx of pilgrims looking to engage in art and culture in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Temeschwar]]. Every [[congregation]] in the three territories will receive an additional 36 rings of production over the next season as the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Blood_Red_Quays_Art_Gallery|Blood Red Quays Art Gallery]], the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Blood_Red_River_Museum|Blood Red River Museum]], and the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Bloody_Great_Theatre|Bloody Great Theatre]] all see an increase in audiences and visitors.

The [[Azure_Sutannir#Azure_Chorus|Azure Chorus]] at [[Kahraman#Braydon.27s_Jasse|Braydon's Jasse]], the [[Crimson_Sutannir#Crimson_Drummers_of_Madruga|Crimson Drummers of Madruga]], and the [[Queen%27s_Rose#The_Rose_Towers|Rose Towers]] in [[Dawn]] all use beautiful art to inspire visitors with reminders of the contributions the people of their nation have made to the Empire. Each of the sinecures will see more people attending their feasts and performances over the season and the titles receive an additional 108 rings at the Spring Equinox 386YE.

===Hunger of the Icy Maw===
* '''All mana sites in the Urizen territories of Morrow, Redoubt, and Zenith suffer half production'''
* '''Sinecures that produce mana crystals in Morrow and Redoubt suffer half production'''
The ritual [[Icy Maw Devours the Spark of Essence]] has been performed targeting [[Morrow]], [[Redoubt]], and [[Zenith]]. All [[mana site|mana sites]] in these three territories provide only half as many mana crystals as they would otherwise produce this season. The [[Churnspire Adjutor]], [[Custodian of the Claw]], and [[Custodian of the Bleak Tower]] will only receive half their expected income of mana crystals (and [[vis]] where relevant). More information can be found in the [[Blue_flowers_in_the_snow#The_Jaws_of_Winter|Blue flowers in the snow]] wind of fortune from the Winter Solstice 385YE. Further details on what this means for the ongoing situation - and what it might lead to - will be in the winds of fortune for the Spring Equinox 386YE.

===Serpent's Curse===
* '''Congregations in Urizen receive two fewer votes and one fewer liao'''
* '''The effect lasts until the start of the Winter Solstice 386YE'''
Following the [[385YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_40|repudiation of Sulemaine]] by the Urizen national assembly, in the light of their [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_100|prior endorsement]] of the so-called "Paragon of Blades", their moral authority has been significantly undermined. For the next year, every congregation in Urizen receives two fewer votes and one fewer liao. As detailed in the [[Broken_sword#Serpent's_Curse|Broken Sword]] wind of fortune.

===Feast and Frost===
* '''Every mana site in the Brass Coast provides one fewer mana crystal, and every herb garden loses three drams of true vervain from their production until the start of the Summer Solstice 386YE'''
* '''In return Tharim provides support to the Fire of the South'''
Following a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] by the [[Golden Pyramid]] during the [[385YE_Summer_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Tharim.27s_Feast|385YE Summer Solstice]], the [[eternal]] [[Tharim]], the Bound King of [[the Thrice-cursed Court]] is [[Questions_of_virtue#Touch_of_Winter|free to feast]] on [[mana site|mana sites]] and [[herb garden|herb gardens]] across [[the Brass Coast]]. A terrible black frost will wither plants and drain the essence from crystals to satiate Tharim's endless hunger. All affected resources in the territory lose 1 mana crystal or 3 drams of true vervain as appropriate until the start of the Summer Solstice 386YE. In return, the Bound King will provide a cadre of steel-bound knights throughout this period to support the [[Fire of the South]] [[Imperial army|army]].

===Dho'uala's Tithe===
* '''Fleets from Dawn, Varushka, and Holberg continue to suffer a 1 rank penalty to production'''
* '''The Custodian of the Ivarsgard Docks and the Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak have had some of the prices for their ministries increased'''
The [[Underwater_sunshine#Dho.27uala.27s_Tithe_-_Fleets|rise of the sovereign]] [[Dho'uala]] in [[the Semmerlak]] once again impedes [[fleet|fleets]] based in [[Dawn]], [[Varushka]], and [[Holberg]] reducing their production by one rank. Any Dawnish, Varushkan, or Holberg character is free to create their own eerie tales of brushes with the terror of the Semmerlak. The examples given in the '''[[Underwater sunshine]]''' wind of fortune should provide enough inspiration for a ghostly tale; these are not glorious battles on the deck of a ship or hordes of horrors clawing up the side of the hull. Rather they are spooky encounters, weird lights, strange disappearances, feelings of being watched, and odd things seen in the depths.

Imperial titles related to [[Underwater_sunshine#Dho.27uala.27s_Tithe_-_Ports|ports on the Semmerlak]] continue to be affected. The price for [[Cerulean Mazzarine|cerulean mazzarine]] from the Sarcophan captains dealing with the [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] is still increased by a fifth. The [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] continues to be unable to purchase [[ilium]] but they are still able to purchase wains of weirwood, albeit at increased prices.
===Memorial of Flowers===
* '''Contributions can be made to the memorial for Imperatrix Lisabetta'''
Resources [[The_greatest_city_in_the_world#Memorial_of_Flowers|can be donated]] to the creation of the memorial for Imperatrix Lisabetta in Necropolis. The memorial will be completed by the Spring Equinox. Any significant contribution - wains of mithril, weirwood, or white granite, or Thrones of money - will make the final memorial larger and more imposing. If at least ten wains total are contributed, the memorial will effectively be a [[folly]]. Contributions are made in the usual way for any other commission.

386YE Spring Equinox interlude

2024-05-06T13:55:41Z

Paulwilder: /* Interlude */

[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:386YE Spring]][[Category:Recent History]]
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==Interlude==
Downtime is now open, allowing players to process their character's downtime choices. The Spring Equinox winds of fortune will come out shortly before the next event. However, there are a number of significant events happening in the wake of the Winter Solstice that may affect some players' Downtime actions - primarily effects on personal resources or options for characters with [[military unit]] or [[fleet]] personal resources.

On this page we'll be outlining, and offering some context for, these various effects. In most cases, there will be further information in the Spring Equinox winds of fortune. As always, these are quick OOC summaries to explain effects such as large-scale enchantments and curses. We'll cover all these and more when we start to present the winds of fortune for next event.

'''Downtime is due to close at midnight on Friday the 10th May.'''

==Warfare==
Any player whose character controls a [[military unit]] can choose from a number of downtime options. Left to their own devices, a military unit defaults to [[Military_unit#Take_Independent_Action|paid work]] guaranteeing an income of herbs, ingots or measures, money, or mana crystals. Otherwise, they may log into the downtime system and choose to support an army or fortification, or assign to a special project such as a [[spy network]] or an [[Military_unit#Adventures|adventure]]. Players who want to support one of the [[Imperial army|Imperial armies]] can also read the [[Army_orders|orders]] issued by each [[general]] before making their decision.

As always, the guidelines around discussing military matters online can be found [[Online#You_may_not_post_Military_Updates|here]].
===Weathering the Storm===
* '''Wintermark military units have penalties to effective strength or production unless they take certain actions this downtime
The Wintermark Assembly enacted two mandates, relating to [[Hear_your_footsteps#In_the_North|the harsh winter]] and the threat of [[Agramant]]. The first mandate urges the people of Wintermark, and Sermersuaq in particular, to keep each other safe during the harsh winter that is to come. The other urges them to protect their people from the threat of [[Cold Sun]]. Until the start of the Spring Equinox 386YE every [[military unit]] controlled by a Wintermark character takes a penalty or gains a bonus to its effective rank depending on what it does.

A military unit based in Sermersuaq that takes the [[Military_unit#Hunt_the_Suaq_Wastes|hunt the Suaq Wastes]] [[Military_unit#Adventures|adventure]] gains a +2 bonus to effective strength. If it takes the [[Military_unit#Defend_Fortification|defend]] the [[Kallavesa#The_Beacons_of_Wintermark|Beacons of Wintermark]] or [[Military_unit#Support_Army|supports]] a Wintermark army fighting in Wintermark it gains neither benefit nor penalty. Any other military unit that takes one of these our actions gains a +1 bonus to rank, but takes a -1 penalty to rank if they do anything else.
===The Bone Pilgrimage===
* '''Imperial Orcs and Highborn military units can take part in the Bone Pilgrimage adventure
* '''A starting military unit receives 90 rings, 7 random herbs, and a single dose of liao in place of their normal production
The [[Standing_in_the_sun#The_Bone_Pilgrimage|Bone Pilgrimage]] is a new adventure available to Imperial Orcs and Highborn military units. It involves exploring the Empire, and lands beyond, looking for the remains of Imperial Orc ancestors to return to Skarsind and inter at the Bone Ossuary. Mandates in the General Assembly, and in the Varushkan assembly, encouraged priests of all nations to help with the pilgrimage. Only in Urizen is the Bone Pilgrimage not recognised.
===Roadwardens===
* '''Navarr military units can take part in the Roadwarden adventure
* '''A basic military unit would receive 120 rings and 3 random resources each season, with more for upgraded or enchanted units.
Following recent interest in Imperial roads, and concerns about the safety of long-distance travel, the Navarr national assembly has encouraged wayhouses and thorns alike to take responsibility for keeping them safe. Navarr military units can now become roadwardens, dealing with small-scale threats and enlisting the appopriate authorities in dealing with more difficult challenges.

===Imperial Guerdon===
The Imperial Guerdon is a bursary set up by the Imperial Senate primarily to reward military units that support Imperial armies, spy networks, and fortifications. The value of the Imperial Guerdon is divided between each military unit and fleet that supports an army in proportion to their effective strength. The [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] has the power to exclude any or all Imperial armies and navies, fortifications, or special projects (such as spy networks) from the Guerdon. If they do so, then a character who supports such an army, fortification, or special project will receive nothing for doing so.

The Guerdon stands at 350 thrones.

This season, the [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] has announced that shares of the Guerdon will be shared between military units supporting the following armies or opportunities:
* [[Burning Falcon]]
* [[Green Shield]]
* [[Summer Storm]]

==Fleets==
* '''Imperial fleets can trade with foreign ports and receive valuable goods'''
* '''Some ports give special bonuses or suffer special penalties'''
* '''They can also take special actions such as engaging in independent action, or embarking on an adventure'''
Certain trading destinations apply special effects if a fleet visits them, summarized on the [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary|Winter Solstice]] wind of fortune page.

Some fleets also have the opportunity to take part in special [[Fleet#Adventures|adventures]] that provide specific rewards. These options are found in the downtime menu as dropdowns. If you don't want to do something specific, your fleet will automatically participate in [[Fleet#Take_Independent_Action|privateering]] - the default independent action available to every fleet captain.

===Escort Imperial Shipping===
* '''Any Freeborn can protect Imperial shipping in the Bay of Catazar from Grendel ships'''
* '''In place of normal production, a basic fleet receives 3 random materials, 4 random herbs, and 24 rings'''
The mandate [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_179|enacted]] by '''Ahraz i Guerra''' has focused the Freeborn on protecting ships across the Bay of Catazar from the Grendel. The previous penalty from the Grendel on all fleets on the Bay of Catazar has been removed and any Brass Coast fleet can take part in an adventure focused on avoiding fighting the Grendel.

==Other Effects==
Every season sees large-scale effects impact individuals and nations. Where possible we've summarised these effects here.
===Look to the Way===
* '''Priests with congregations who preach the Way receive 2 additional Synod votes until the start of the Autumn Equinox 386YE'''
Following the change in doctrine that was upheld at the Autumn Equinox 385YE there has been a [[Part_of_this_together#Look_to_the_Way|renewal of faith]]. Until the start of the Autumn Equinox 386YE the congregations of priests who [[Congregation#Downtime_Options|preach the Way]] will gain 2 additional votes at the next summit - assuming nothing changes in the meantime.

===Huddled Against the Winter===
* '''Farms in Sermersuaq receive a +1 rank bonus to production this season
Thanks to a mandate enacted by the Wintermark assembly that urges both cooperation and for warriors to ensure the harsh winter is endured, farms in Sermersuaq receive additional production as detailed in the [[Hear_your_footsteps#In_the_North|Hear your footsteps]] wind of fortune.

===Enjoy What We Have===
* '''Congregations in Sarvos, Tassato, and Temeschwar receive an additional 36 rings'''
* '''The Azure Sutannir, Crimson Sutannir, and Queen's Rose receive an additional 108 rings'''
Following the mandate [[385YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_29|enacted]] by '''Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra''' there has been an influx of pilgrims looking to engage in art and culture in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Temeschwar]]. Every [[congregation]] in the three territories will receive an additional 36 rings of production over the next season as the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Blood_Red_Quays_Art_Gallery|Blood Red Quays Art Gallery]], the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Blood_Red_River_Museum|Blood Red River Museum]], and the [[Lorenzo%27s_Legacy#The_Bloody_Great_Theatre|Bloody Great Theatre]] all see an increase in audiences and visitors.

The [[Azure_Sutannir#Azure_Chorus|Azure Chorus]] at [[Kahraman#Braydon.27s_Jasse|Braydon's Jasse]], the [[Crimson_Sutannir#Crimson_Drummers_of_Madruga|Crimson Drummers of Madruga]], and the [[Queen%27s_Rose#The_Rose_Towers|Rose Towers]] in [[Dawn]] all use beautiful art to inspire visitors with reminders of the contributions the people of their nation have made to the Empire. Each of the sinecures will see more people attending their feasts and performances over the season and the titles receive an additional 108 rings at the Spring Equinox 386YE.

===Hunger of the Icy Maw===
* '''All mana sites in the Urizen territories of Morrow, Redoubt, and Zenith suffer half production'''
* '''Sinecures that produce mana crystals in Morrow and Redoubt suffer half production'''
The ritual [[Icy Maw Devours the Spark of Essence]] has been performed targeting [[Morrow]], [[Redoubt]], and [[Zenith]]. All [[mana site|mana sites]] in these three territories provide only half as many mana crystals as they would otherwise produce this season. The [[Churnspire Adjutor]], [[Custodian of the Claw]], and [[Custodian of the Bleak Tower]] will only receive half their expected income of mana crystals (and [[vis]] where relevant). More information can be found in the [[Blue_flowers_in_the_snow#The_Jaws_of_Winter|Blue flowers in the snow]] wind of fortune from the Winter Solstice 385YE. Further details on what this means for the ongoing situation - and what it might lead to - will be in the winds of fortune for the Spring Equinox 386YE.

===Serpent's Curse===
* '''Congregations in Urizen receive two fewer votes and one fewer liao'''
* '''The effect lasts until the start of the Winter Solstice 386YE'''
Following the [[385YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_40|repudiation of Sulemaine]] by the Urizen national assembly, in the light of their [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_100|prior endorsement]] of the so-called "Paragon of Blades", their moral authority has been significantly undermined. For the next year, every congregation in Urizen receives two fewer votes and one fewer liao. As detailed in the [[Broken_sword#Serpent's_Curse|Broken Sword]] wind of fortune.

===Feast and Frost===
* '''Every mana site in the Brass Coast provides one fewer mana crystal, and every herb garden loses three drams of true vervain from their production until the start of the Summer Solstice 386YE'''
* '''In return Tharim provides support to the Fire of the South'''
Following a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] by the [[Golden Pyramid]] during the [[385YE_Summer_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Tharim.27s_Feast|385YE Summer Solstice]], the [[eternal]] [[Tharim]], the Bound King of [[the Thrice-cursed Court]] is [[Questions_of_virtue#Touch_of_Winter|free to feast]] on [[mana site|mana sites]] and [[herb garden|herb gardens]] across [[the Brass Coast]]. A terrible black frost will wither plants and drain the essence from crystals to satiate Tharim's endless hunger. All affected resources in the territory lose 1 mana crystal or 3 drams of true vervain as appropriate until the start of the Summer Solstice 386YE. In return, the Bound King will provide a cadre of steel-bound knights throughout this period to support the [[Fire of the South]] [[Imperial army|army]].

===Dho'uala's Tithe===
* '''Fleets from Dawn, Varushka, and Holberg continue to suffer a 1 rank penalty to production'''
* '''The Custodian of the Ivarsgard Docks and the Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak have had some of the prices for their ministries increased'''
The [[Underwater_sunshine#Dho.27uala.27s_Tithe_-_Fleets|rise of the sovereign]] [[Dho'uala]] in [[the Semmerlak]] once again impedes [[fleet|fleets]] based in [[Dawn]], [[Varushka]], and [[Holberg]] reducing their production by one rank. Any Dawnish, Varushkan, or Holberg character is free to create their own eerie tales of brushes with the terror of the Semmerlak. The examples given in the '''[[Underwater sunshine]]''' wind of fortune should provide enough inspiration for a ghostly tale; these are not glorious battles on the deck of a ship or hordes of horrors clawing up the side of the hull. Rather they are spooky encounters, weird lights, strange disappearances, feelings of being watched, and odd things seen in the depths.

Imperial titles related to [[Underwater_sunshine#Dho.27uala.27s_Tithe_-_Ports|ports on the Semmerlak]] continue to be affected. The price for [[Cerulean Mazzarine|cerulean mazzarine]] from the Sarcophan captains dealing with the [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] is still increased by a fifth. The [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] continues to be unable to purchase [[ilium]] but they are still able to purchase wains of weirwood, albeit at increased prices.
===Memorial of Flowers===
* '''Contributions can be made to the memorial for Imperatrix Lisabetta'''
Resources [[The_greatest_city_in_the_world#Memorial_of_Flowers|can be donated]] to the creation of the memorial for Imperatrix Lisabetta in Necropolis. The memorial will be completed by the Spring Equinox. Any significant contribution - wains of mithril, weirwood, or white granite, or Thrones of money - will make the final memorial larger and more imposing. If at least ten wains total are contributed, the memorial will effectively be a [[folly]]. Contributions are made in the usual way for any other commission.

385YE Winter Solstice Conclave sessions

2024-04-22T12:18:18Z

Paulwilder:

[[Category: Conclave]] [[Category: Conclave Sessions]] [[Category: 385YE Winter]]

==Precedence and the Font==
*'''The mana distributed to the grand masters following 385YE Autumn was 4 mana.'''
*'''The mana remaining after distribution was 4 mana.'''
*'''The mana collected via the Principle of Precedence at 385YE Autumn Conclave was 336 mana.'''
*'''The mana available in the font for Conclave at 385YE Winter is 340 mana.'''
The members of each order in attendance at the end of the previous summit determine precedence for the following summit according to the [[Principle of Precedence]].There was 4 mana in the font after the final Conclave session of the 385YE Autumn Equinox. This was distributed to the grand masters of the Conclave according to the Principle of Proportions as per the table below.

This left 4 mana, which is added to the 336 mana collected via the Principle of Proportions at the previous event to form the font for the coming summit. The Conclave has access to a font of 340 mana at the 385YE Winter Solstice.
<table class="wikitable mw-collapsible sortable"><tr><th>Order</th><th>Precedence</th><th>Members</th><th>Mana</th><th>Ilium</th></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Rod and Shield</td><td>1</td><td>91</td><td>0</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind</td><td>2</td><td>91</td><td>0</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern</td><td>3</td><td>81</td><td>0</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path</td><td>4</td><td>74</td><td>0</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Celestial Arch</td><td>5</td><td>60</td><td>0</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid</td><td>6</td><td>60</td><td>0</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice</td><td>7</td><td>55</td><td>0</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table>
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==Friday Session==
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==Saturday Session==
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The Throne

2024-04-21T18:33:58Z

Paulwilder: /* Declaration of Candidacy */

{{About|the Imperial Position|the coin|Currency}}
<quote by="Walter Brewer, Senator for Upwold">A bleeding pox take your manners. Having a beard doesn't make you wise. We could put a pig in that chair and put a crown on it - it would still be a ruddy pig. She can have my respect when she earns it.</quote>
==Overview==
The Throne is the most powerful political position in the Empire. It is the formal title for the position of the head of the Imperial state, be they emperor or empress. The occupant heads the [[Imperial Senate]], the [[Imperial Synod]] and the [[Imperial Military Council]] and serves as a rallying figure for the entire Empire.

The powers of The Throne were codified when the Empire was first created and have remained largely unchanged since then. There have been [[Historical Empresses and Emperors|twenty Emperors and Empresses]] since the Empire was created.
==Duties==
The Throne holds a unique power: as a head of state, an Emperor or Empress is the only person who can have simultaneous influence in the Senate, the Synod and the Military Council. This gives them a signature ability to help provide unity of vision to the entire Empire and to guide it towards its manifest destiny.
==Limitations==
===No Proxy===
The Throne is not entitled to appoint a [[proxy]]. This restriction presents any potential for fraud by a claimant as well as avoiding any possibility of two participants acting as The Throne simultaneously (the incumbent and a proxy). Ultimately though this limitation was imposed by the founders to limit the powers of The Throne - the powers of an Empress are potent, but she must be physically present to utilise them. The only exception is an [[#Imperial Favour|Imperial favour]].

===Senate Support===
The Throne may use the legal powers granted to them without approval of the Senate, but they cannot propose a [[Senate motion]]. The Throne does not even receive a vote in the Senate, as they are expected to remain above the natural politics of the chamber.
===Constitution===
Although The Throne is needed to ratify amendments to the [[Imperial Constitution]] which have been passed by the Senate, they cannot approve an unconstitutional motion. A motion that has been struck down by the [[Scrutiny#Constitutional_Court|constitutional court]] because it is considered to violate the spirit of the Constitution cannot be ratified by an Empress.
===Synod Veto===
Two powers of the Throne - [[#The Hand of the Chancellor|Hand of the Chancellor]] and [[#Declaration of War|Declaration of War]] - are made by announcement in the Senate. As with any announcement, if the [[Imperial Synod]] choose to use their [[veto]] then The Throne may not make another announcement which is functionally the same until the next summit. For example, if the use of Hand of the Chancellor were vetoed by the Synod then it could not be used again that summit. If the Synod vetoed a Declaration of War by The Throne, The Throne could not declare war against the same country or power that summit.

==Powers==
===Powers of State===
====Member of the Senate====
The Throne is a [[Senate session#Member_of_the_Senate|member of the Senate]]. They are entitled to enter the Senate chamber at the start of a [[Senate session]] and participate in the debates.
====Right of Address====
The Throne has the right to make a [[Senate address]] once per summit. As a member of the Senate, The Throne is able to participate freely in the debates there, but this power allows them to deliver an impassioned speech on a subject of their choice. To make an address, The Throne must add the address to the agenda for the next [[Senate session]].
====The Hand of the Chancellor====
Up to one third of the residual income to the Imperial Treasury each season can be [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#The_Imperial_Treasury|disbursed]] by The Throne without approval by the Senate. They may take these funds and dispose of them as they choose. To use this power, The Throne must make an appropriate [[Senate announcement|announcement]] in a Senate session. If the General [[Assembly]] of the [[Imperial Synod]] [[veto]] the announcement, then The Throne may not use the Hand of the Chancellor again that summit.

The maximum that The Throne may disburse in this way during a summit is equal to a third of the Senate's income for that summit, after all upkeep has been paid. The Imperial Treasury cannot go into debt, so no motion or announcement may disburse more thrones than remain in the Treasury.
====Ratification====
If a constitutional vote in the Senate is successful, then the motion is passed but does not become law until it is ratified by signature by The Throne. This means that it is not possible to make any alterations to the constitution unless they are ratified by The Throne. The Throne may choose whether to ratify constitutional changes or not. Any constitutional changes which are not ratified remain in suspension and may be ratified by a future occupant of The Throne. One of the first jobs of a new Throne is often to ratify several outstanding constitutional changes.

====Power of Veto====
The Throne may veto any motion that has been passed by the Imperial Senate. Unlike the power of veto exercised by the Synod, this power can be used any number of times without limitation. To veto legislation, The Throne must be present when the vote is taken and must exercise the veto ''immediately'' after the vote. An announcement is legally considered to be equivalent to a motion.

The Throne may also veto a [[Senate_session#Curtailment|vote of curtailment]]. They cannot veto the use of legal powers in the Senate, for example they cannot veto the [[Senate_address|right of address]], nor can they veto a vote to recognize a proxy.

====Exclusion from the Senate====
The Throne may order a single senator removed from the Senate for the duration of a vote. They are not required to present a justification for this action. Unlike the [[Speaker for the Senate]], they may only remove a single senator during a session and only for the duration of a single motion. Traditionally the Speaker uses their power to exclude senators whose behaviour is disorderly while The Throne acts to remove senators whose behaviour is considered to go against the best interests of the Empire.
====Declaration of War====
The Throne can [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Diplomacy|declare war on any foreign power]]. Unlike the Senate, they are not able to end a state of war with another nation. To use this power, The Throne must make an appropriate [[Senate announcement|announcement]] in a Senate session.

If the declaration of war is vetoed by the Imperial Synod, then The Throne may not make another declaration of war ''against the same nation'' for the remainder of the summit.
====Address the Empire====
Each summit, The Throne can grant a single citizen the right to address the Empire. The chosen citizen must provide the Imperial civil service with their words in writing over the following weeks. Their words will then be copied by scribes and spread throughout the land. The Throne may choose to address the Empire themselves or name any other Imperial citizen.

The text of the address must be submitted by email to Profound Decisions before the end of the downtime submission period following the event. The letter will form part of the Winds of War and Winds of Fortune update that appear on the wiki for the next event, but must be submitted before they appear online.

===Powers of Virtue===
====Member of the Assembly of Nine====
The Throne is a member of [[The_Assemblies_of_the_Synod#The_Assembly_of_Nine|the Assembly of Nine]]. They have a single ordinary vote in the Assembly, like all other members. In addition they may cast a deciding vote in the event of a tie between assembly members. To cast a deciding vote, they must be present in the Hub when the outcome of the vote is being determined.
====Custodian of Virtue====
The Throne may intercede in the creation of any judgement by any assembly that requires a [[Judgement#Majority|lesser majority]] of the [[Imperial Synod]]. This intercession causes the judgement to require the greater majority to pass. To use this power, The Throne must intercede before the judgement is complete; they cannot use this power ''after'' a judgement has been rendered. The Throne does not have the ability to rescind the use of this power once they have announced its use.

If the judgement fails to pass, then any subsequent judgement raised in the same summit that would have the same outcome automatically requires the greater majority.
====The Mercy of the Empress====
The Throne may present an appeal for clemency on behalf of any Imperial Citizen who is being sentenced. The citizen must have pleaded guilty during their trial and The Throne must present the appeal on Virtuous grounds.
====The Gift of Liao====
The first portion of [[Liao#True_Liao|true liao]] that is produced by the Synod in each season is given to The Throne. The Throne may dispense this portion of liao as they choose.
===Powers of Magic===
====Order of The Throne====
If the Throne is present, they may nominate any citizen, including themselves, to speak during a [[Conclave session]]. To use this power, the Throne must be present during the Conclave session. The Throne is always asked to nominate first on any [[declaration]] being discussed.

In addition, the Order of the Throne has additional weight when it comes to curtailing the discussion of a declaration. If the Throne ''moves to vote'' then the formal debate always closes at the end of the current round. Every grandmaster has one final chance to nominate a speaker before voting commences.

If granted via an Imperial favour, the Order of the Throne lasts for the entire session, including the power to curtail discussion.

====The First and the Last====
Before the Conclave session begins, the Throne can make two alterations to the Agenda. They can declare a single declaration to be primary, ensuring that it will be the first declaration to be presented and discussed. They can also name the final declaration choosing one declaration to be presented and discussed at the end of the session. This power takes precedence over the power of the [[Imperial Magus]]. To use this power the Throne must inform the office of the [[Prefect of the Conclave]] of the changes they are making to the agenda before the Conclave session begins.

====Address the Conclave====
At the start of each Conclave session there is a single opportunity for the Throne to address the magicians present. The Throne can choose to address the Conclave personally or else nominate a single citizen to speak.

The Throne must pay mana to do so following the [[Imperial_Conclave#Conclave_Principles|Principle of Proportions]] for speaking before the Conclave, one mana for the first minute, two for the second and so on. To use this power the Throne simply informs the Prefect of their intention and the address is added to the Conclave agenda as the first order of business before any declarations are presented.

====Declaration of Candidacy====
The Throne is empowered to raise a single [[Declaration]] of [[Candidacy]] each summit to the agenda for debate during a [[Conclave session]]. The Civil Service will provide the Throne with a single writ. They can complete the writ themselves or give it to any other citizen to submit. To add the declaration to the Conclave agenda it must be handed to the [[Prefect of the Conclave]] at least one hour before the [[Conclave session]] begins.

===Powers of War===
====Member of the Military Council====
The Throne is a [[Council_session#Member_of_the_Military_Council|member of the Council]]. They are entitled to enter the Council chamber at any time, participate in the debates and cast a single vote on any issue. In addition to voting normally, The Throne may cast the deciding vote in the case that a vote is tied.
====Power of Veto====
The Throne may [[veto]] any vote that has been passed by the Imperial Military Council during a [[Council session]]. This power can be used any number of times without limitation. To veto a decision, The Throne must be present when the vote is taken and must exercise the veto ''immediately'' after the vote. The Throne may not veto the decision taken during the [[muster]] on which battle opportunities to take and which nations will take the field.
====Right of Address====
The Throne has the right to make a [[Council address]] once per summit. As a member of the Military Council, The Throne is able to participate freely in the debates there, but this power allows them to deliver an impassioned speech on a subject of their choice. To make an address, The Throne must add the address to the agenda for the next [[Council session]].
====Defender of the Empire====
The Throne may remove a [[general]] from their position on the Imperial Military Council. The occupant of The Throne automatically assumes responsibility for and control of the [[Imperial army]] and all associated legal rights accorded to that general. In effect, command of the army and the right to appoint an adjutant become part of the legal powers of The Throne for the duration.

The Throne continues to operate as the general until a new election is held for the position. This happens when the assumed title of general comes due for re-election at the normal time - or when The Throne is revoked. The general that loses their position in this way is no longer considered to possess an Imperial title.

While holding the responsibilities of the removed general, The Throne cannot remove any further generals from their position. The Throne cannot choose to appoint a new general to take their responsibilities from them. This means that they they cannot use this power again before a new election takes place for the title.

===Imperial Favour===
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The Throne has the right to award a chosen citizen with an Imperial Favour. A Favour can be presented at any time, and allows the bearer to perform a single act with the full power of The Throne. E.g. A citizen may claim the first portion of pure liao that is produced that season or they may issue a declaration of war. The Favour must be physically presented to the relevant body to be used.

It is possible for The Throne to create an Imperial Favour which must be used within a period of time stated on the favour. It is also possible for a favour to be limited in terms of what powers of The Throne can be used and it is common for favours to be created to allow the use of a single specific power. It can also be limited so that it can only be used by a named individual or group. Whatever powers are accessible by the holder of a favour - it can still only ever be used once. It is not possible to specify how a power can be used or place limits on it. For example, a favour that allows the bearer to use the [[The_Throne#The_Hand_of_the_Chancellor|Hand of the Chancellor]] can not set limits on how much money can be disbursed nor specify what the money must be spent on.

An Imperial Favour is a physical document describing the specific power that can be used, created with the assistance of a Magistrate. An individual occupant of the Throne may only have one favour in existence at any one time. They may not award an additional favour until their current favour has been presented and fulfilled. Any favour not presented by the time of the death of an Empress or Emperor remains valid until it is used. An Imperial favour is transferable and may be passed to another if the current owner desires.
====Using an Imperial Favour====
In legal terms, when an Imperial Favour is used, it counts as if it were being used by The Throne. For example, an Imperial Favour that was used to replace an Imperial general would count as if it were used by the Throne. Any existing general's position occupied by The Throne would be vacated; the new occupant would carry out the duties of the title only until The Throne used the same power again.

If a favour grants access to any power that is defined as part of the [[The_Throne#Powers_of_State|powers of state]], then the bearer is automatically granted the power of a [[Senate_session#Member_of_the_Senate|member of the Senate]]. The favour ceases to provide this benefit after it is invoked - the Speaker will invite the bearer to carry out the favour of The Throne and then withdraw once that is complete.

If a favour grants access to any power that is defined as part of the [[The_Throne#Powers_of_War|powers of war]], then the bearer is automatically granted the power of a [[Council_session#Member_of_the_Military_Council|member of the Military Council]]. The favour ceases to provide this benefit after it is invoked - the Herald will invite the bearer to carry out the favour of The Throne and then withdraw once that is complete. The exception to this is that a [[Senator]] ''[[Senator#Military_Council_Prohibition|cannot]]'' attend meetings of the military council, even if they have a favour. This effectively means that a Senator is unable to use any favour granting one of the powers of war.

If a favour is used to claim [[#Member_of_the_Assembly_of_Nine|membership of the Assembly of Nine]] then the bearer is entitled to vote on a single judgement, or to raise a judgement and vote on it.

If a favour is used to enact the [[#Order_of_The_Throne|Order of The Throne]] then the power lasts for the entire [[Conclave session]].
====Further Reading====
Some [[historical research]] relating to potentially still existing Imperial Favours from [[historical Thrones]] has been [[Imperial Favour|made public]].

==Appointment==
Any Imperial citizen may seek election to the Throne but appointment requires a [[Senate_motion#Constitutional_Vote|constitutional vote]] by the Imperial Senate.
Although many occupants of the Throne have been senators before their accession, there is no requirement to be so. The Senate may choose ''any'' Imperial citizen.

The exact procedure is as follows:
* A motion is raised that we should have a Throne.
* Any holder of an Imperial title with the power of proposal can choose to put forward a candidate (whether that is themselves or another imperial citizen).
* Each candidate has the opportunity to give a short speech, in the order in which they were nominated.
* Every senator then stands behind the single candidate they wish to give their support to or moves to a designated 'none of the above' area.
* If any candidate has got the required two-thirds of all senators in support ([[Senate_motion#Constitutional_Vote|constitutional majority]]) then they have succeeded.
* If there is no successful candidate then, with no further discussion, senators are given a short amount of time to reconsider their position and move their support if they wish.
* If any move then a recount is conducted, still seeking a [[Senate_motion#Constitutional_Vote|constitutional majority]] for a successful candidate.
* This process is repeated until none of the senators wish to move their support, meaning that there will be no successful candidate. In this case the motion has failed.
* If any candidate is successful then they become emperor or empress at the start of the next Senate session after the Synod ([[General Assembly]] or [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of Nine]]) have had time to [[Veto|consider their position]].
* One of the first tasks undertaken by the Throne is the ratification of their own appointment (which is after all a Constitutional motion).
* The coronation of the new Throne is normally scheduled for the following summit.

The Throne serves until they die or step down. The Throne can only be [[revocation|revoked]] by the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly of the Synod]].
{{RecentElections|The_Throne}}
{{Senate Further Reading}}
* [[Historical Thrones]]
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Current Imperial titles

2024-04-21T12:17:10Z

Paulwilder: /* Agents of the Conclave */

==Overview==
This page lists the names of all Imperial citizens who currently hold an Imperial title.
Previous title holders are listed historically below (as recorded at the end of the relevant summit).
For more information on how they were elected, please refer to [[imperial elections]] and the [[Election schedule]]

==The Throne==
Uniquely the Imperial Throne wields significant power in the Senate, Synod, Conclave and Military Council.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|The_Throne}}
==Imperial Senate==
===Senators===
A [[Senator]] has the right to raise a [[Senate motion|motion]] in the [[Imperial Senate]] and crucially to vote on the outcome. Each senator is elected to represent a single territory and may be expected to serve the interests of the occupants of that territory.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senator}}
===Member of the Senate===
[[Senate_session#Member_of_the_Senate|Members of the Senate]] have the right to speak in the Senate, to partake in the debate when motions are discussed. Some members also have the right to vote or to raise a motion.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Member_of_the_Senate}}
===Ambassadors===
Ambassadors are usually appointed by the Imperial Senate - they are expected to take the lead in diplomatic relations with the foreign power or entity and all official ambassadors have the right to negotiate a [[Ambassador#Treaty|treaty]]. A [[senator]] must use a [[Senate motion]] to submit the treaty for ratification by the Senate - but ratification only requires a single senate motion, regardless of how many legal changes are required to ratify the treaty.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Ambassador}}
===Advisors and Consuls===
The Imperial Senate has delegated a number of powers to individual titles giving them the ability to employ legal powers normally reserved for the Senate such as the power to instruct the department for [[historical research]] or order a [[commission]]. Some of these positions incorporate the responsibility to provide the Senate with advice and council on a specific subject.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senate_Advisor}}
==[[Imperial Synod]]==
===[[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|The Assembly of the Nine]]===
After the General Assembly, the Assembly of the Nine is the most powerful of the individual assemblies of the Synod. The Assembly of Nine consists of the eight cardinals appointed by the virtue assemblies and the Throne. Each member of the Assembly is able to raise a single judgement and has a single vote.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Cardinal}}
===The Gatekeepers===
Each of the seven cardinals of Virtue is able to appoint a single gatekeeper. The gatekeepers decide who is to receive one of the precious doses of true liao each summit, and some serve as close allies and assistants of their respective cardinal.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Gatekeeper}}
===The Inquisitors===
The Virtue inquisitors are intended to form an Inquisitorial court in conjunction with the Imperial Inquisitor, to oversee inquisitions and ensure their accountability and transparency.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Inquisitor}}
===The Champions of Virtue===
The Champions of Virtue are the bearers of the artefact [[Pilgrim's Shield|Pilgrim's Shields]], and serve as inspirations to the pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be Virtuous, particularly in a military context.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Champion_of_Virtue}}
===Envoys===
The Imperial Senate has delegated a number of powers to individual titles giving them the ability to employ legal powers normally reserved for the Synod such as the power to conduct an inquisition or to withdraw funds from the Virtue fund. Most of these envoys have very specific responsibilities or areas of concern.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Synod_Envoy}}

==[[Imperial Military Council]]==
===Generals===
A [[General]] has the right to issue campaign [[Army orders|orders]] to the [[Imperial army]] they lead. They can also speak in the [[Imperial Military Council]] and vote to decide in the [[Muster]] which battle opportunities presented by the [[Sentinel Gate]] will be pursued.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|General}}
===Member of the Military Council===
Members of the Military Council can raise issues and speak in the [[Imperial Military Council]] and vote to decide in the [[Muster]] which battle opportunities presented by the [[Sentinel Gate]] will be pursued.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Member_of_the_Military_Council}}
==[[Imperial Conclave]]==
===Grandmasters===
Although every magician may vote, only the [[grandmaster]] of a [[Conclave order]] or [[the Throne]] can authorize a citizen to speak in the Imperial Conclave. They also have control of the considerable resources of their order.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Grandmaster}}
===Archmages===
Each [[archmage]] represents the Empire to the various inhabitants of their appropriate [[realm]]. To empower them to carry out their work, each archmage may choose to send a short missive to a single named [[eternal]] of their realm each summit.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Archmage}}
===College Masters===
Each of these titles has control of an Imperial [[college of magic]] granting them the ability to direct the Empire's magicians to create new rituals.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Dean}}
===Agents of the Conclave===
Conclave related titles - most are elected by the [[Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]] as part of a [[Conclave session]].
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Agent_of_the_Conclave}}

==[[Imperial Bourse]]==
The most significant titles in the Bourse are commonly referred to as Bourse seats. Almost all these seats provide the citizen who controls them with a significant supply of bourse materials each season. Controllers of Imperial seats will usually sell these materials to the highest bidder, controllers of national seats are sometimes expected to provide materials at reduced rates for worthy causes to members of their nation. For historical reasons the [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] and the [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] are both considered to be a Bourse seat even though neither are associated with the production of bourse resources any longer.
===Ilium Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Ilium_Bourse_Seat}}
===Mithril Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Mithril_Bourse_Seat}}
===Weirwood Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Weirwood_Bourse_Seat}}
===White Granite Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|White_Granite_Bourse_Seat}}
===Other Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Other_Bourse_Seat}}
==Other Titles==
There are scores of other Imperial titles - many of which are relatively minor in nature. A [[sinecure]] or [[ministry]] might provide a wealthy income but rarely includes any legal powers or significant responsibilities beyond ensuring the safety of the structure that provides the income.
===Senate Appointment===
These titles are appointed by unanimous decision of the senators of the appropriate nation, or by vote of the Senate if the senators cannot decide. These positions are usually important or relevant for national politics.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senate_Appointment}}
===Military Council===
These titles are appointed by [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Military_Council#Appointment|simple majority of any members of the Military Council]] who are eligible to vote and are present when the election takes place. A national position appointed by the Military Council follows the same process, but only the generals of that nation are allowed to vote.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Military_Council_Appointment}}
===Bourse Auction===
Like the more significant Bourse seats, these Imperial titles are elected by [[Auction of the Seats]] - going to the highest bidder. They usually provide the controller with access to a valuable ministry or a sinecure that provides herbs, mana crystals or other resources which may be available for sale.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Bourse_Auction}}
===Tally of the Votes===
Like national Bourse seats, these Imperial titles are elected by [[Tally of the Votes]] - going to whichever candidate enjoys the most support from citizens of their nation. They usually provide the controller with access to a valuable ministry or a sinecure that provides herbs, mana crystals or other resources which may be available for sale.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Bourse_Vote}}
===Conclave Declaration===
These seats are elected by declaration of [[candidacy]] in the Imperial Conclave. They often provide the recipient with an income of important magical materials of some kind.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Declaration_Of_Candidacy}}
===Synod Judgement===
These seats are elected by judgement of [[appointment]] by the appropriate assembly of the Imperial Synod when they fall vacant. They often provide the recipient with additional Synod votes or liao.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Synod_Judgement}}
===Throne Appointment===
These titles are directly appointed by the Throne and are usually expected to serve the interests of the current Throne.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Throne_Appointment}}
===Cardinal Appointment===
The Curator of the Printer's Guild Museum is directly appointed by the Cardinal of Prosperity when they assume office. The position provides the recipient with additional Synod votes and liao.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Cardinal_Appointment}}
===Other Methods===
These titles are often elected by a national contest of some form. The knight-protectors of Dawn who win their title by victory in a grand tourney whereas the Doyen of the Spires must win a vote of their peers. The holders of these titles are often expected to employ the powers of their title in service to their nation where appropriate.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Not_A_Well_Worn_Path}}
[[Category:Title]]
[[Category:Elections]]

Current Imperial titles

2024-04-21T12:14:31Z

Paulwilder: /* Agents of the Conclave */

==Overview==
This page lists the names of all Imperial citizens who currently hold an Imperial title.
Previous title holders are listed historically below (as recorded at the end of the relevant summit).
For more information on how they were elected, please refer to [[imperial elections]] and the [[Election schedule]]

==The Throne==
Uniquely the Imperial Throne wields significant power in the Senate, Synod, Conclave and Military Council.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|The_Throne}}
==Imperial Senate==
===Senators===
A [[Senator]] has the right to raise a [[Senate motion|motion]] in the [[Imperial Senate]] and crucially to vote on the outcome. Each senator is elected to represent a single territory and may be expected to serve the interests of the occupants of that territory.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senator}}
===Member of the Senate===
[[Senate_session#Member_of_the_Senate|Members of the Senate]] have the right to speak in the Senate, to partake in the debate when motions are discussed. Some members also have the right to vote or to raise a motion.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Member_of_the_Senate}}
===Ambassadors===
Ambassadors are usually appointed by the Imperial Senate - they are expected to take the lead in diplomatic relations with the foreign power or entity and all official ambassadors have the right to negotiate a [[Ambassador#Treaty|treaty]]. A [[senator]] must use a [[Senate motion]] to submit the treaty for ratification by the Senate - but ratification only requires a single senate motion, regardless of how many legal changes are required to ratify the treaty.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Ambassador}}
===Advisors and Consuls===
The Imperial Senate has delegated a number of powers to individual titles giving them the ability to employ legal powers normally reserved for the Senate such as the power to instruct the department for [[historical research]] or order a [[commission]]. Some of these positions incorporate the responsibility to provide the Senate with advice and council on a specific subject.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senate_Advisor}}
==[[Imperial Synod]]==
===[[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|The Assembly of the Nine]]===
After the General Assembly, the Assembly of the Nine is the most powerful of the individual assemblies of the Synod. The Assembly of Nine consists of the eight cardinals appointed by the virtue assemblies and the Throne. Each member of the Assembly is able to raise a single judgement and has a single vote.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Cardinal}}
===The Gatekeepers===
Each of the seven cardinals of Virtue is able to appoint a single gatekeeper. The gatekeepers decide who is to receive one of the precious doses of true liao each summit, and some serve as close allies and assistants of their respective cardinal.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Gatekeeper}}
===The Inquisitors===
The Virtue inquisitors are intended to form an Inquisitorial court in conjunction with the Imperial Inquisitor, to oversee inquisitions and ensure their accountability and transparency.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Inquisitor}}
===The Champions of Virtue===
The Champions of Virtue are the bearers of the artefact [[Pilgrim's Shield|Pilgrim's Shields]], and serve as inspirations to the pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be Virtuous, particularly in a military context.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Champion_of_Virtue}}
===Envoys===
The Imperial Senate has delegated a number of powers to individual titles giving them the ability to employ legal powers normally reserved for the Synod such as the power to conduct an inquisition or to withdraw funds from the Virtue fund. Most of these envoys have very specific responsibilities or areas of concern.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Synod_Envoy}}

==[[Imperial Military Council]]==
===Generals===
A [[General]] has the right to issue campaign [[Army orders|orders]] to the [[Imperial army]] they lead. They can also speak in the [[Imperial Military Council]] and vote to decide in the [[Muster]] which battle opportunities presented by the [[Sentinel Gate]] will be pursued.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|General}}
===Member of the Military Council===
Members of the Military Council can raise issues and speak in the [[Imperial Military Council]] and vote to decide in the [[Muster]] which battle opportunities presented by the [[Sentinel Gate]] will be pursued.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Member_of_the_Military_Council}}
==[[Imperial Conclave]]==
===Grandmasters===
Although every magician may vote, only the [[grandmaster]] of a [[Conclave order]] or [[the Throne]] can authorize a citizen to speak in the Imperial Conclave. They also have control of the considerable resources of their order.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Grandmaster}}
===Archmages===
Each [[archmage]] represents the Empire to the various inhabitants of their appropriate [[realm]]. To empower them to carry out their work, each archmage may choose to send a short missive to a single named [[eternal]] of their realm each summit.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Archmage}}
===College Masters===
Each of these titles has control of an Imperial [[college of magic]] granting them the ability to direct the Empire's magicians to create new rituals.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Dean}}
===Agents of the Conclave===
Conclave related titles
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Agent_of_the_Conclave}}

==[[Imperial Bourse]]==
The most significant titles in the Bourse are commonly referred to as Bourse seats. Almost all these seats provide the citizen who controls them with a significant supply of bourse materials each season. Controllers of Imperial seats will usually sell these materials to the highest bidder, controllers of national seats are sometimes expected to provide materials at reduced rates for worthy causes to members of their nation. For historical reasons the [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] and the [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] are both considered to be a Bourse seat even though neither are associated with the production of bourse resources any longer.
===Ilium Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Ilium_Bourse_Seat}}
===Mithril Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Mithril_Bourse_Seat}}
===Weirwood Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Weirwood_Bourse_Seat}}
===White Granite Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|White_Granite_Bourse_Seat}}
===Other Seats===
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Other_Bourse_Seat}}
==Other Titles==
There are scores of other Imperial titles - many of which are relatively minor in nature. A [[sinecure]] or [[ministry]] might provide a wealthy income but rarely includes any legal powers or significant responsibilities beyond ensuring the safety of the structure that provides the income.
===Senate Appointment===
These titles are appointed by unanimous decision of the senators of the appropriate nation, or by vote of the Senate if the senators cannot decide. These positions are usually important or relevant for national politics.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Senate_Appointment}}
===Military Council===
These titles are appointed by [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Military_Council#Appointment|simple majority of any members of the Military Council]] who are eligible to vote and are present when the election takes place. A national position appointed by the Military Council follows the same process, but only the generals of that nation are allowed to vote.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Military_Council_Appointment}}
===Bourse Auction===
Like the more significant Bourse seats, these Imperial titles are elected by [[Auction of the Seats]] - going to the highest bidder. They usually provide the controller with access to a valuable ministry or a sinecure that provides herbs, mana crystals or other resources which may be available for sale.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Bourse_Auction}}
===Tally of the Votes===
Like national Bourse seats, these Imperial titles are elected by [[Tally of the Votes]] - going to whichever candidate enjoys the most support from citizens of their nation. They usually provide the controller with access to a valuable ministry or a sinecure that provides herbs, mana crystals or other resources which may be available for sale.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Bourse_Vote}}
===Conclave Declaration===
These seats are elected by declaration of [[candidacy]] in the Imperial Conclave. They often provide the recipient with an income of important magical materials of some kind.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Declaration_Of_Candidacy}}
===Synod Judgement===
These seats are elected by judgement of [[appointment]] by the appropriate assembly of the Imperial Synod when they fall vacant. They often provide the recipient with additional Synod votes or liao.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Synod_Judgement}}
===Throne Appointment===
These titles are directly appointed by the Throne and are usually expected to serve the interests of the current Throne.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Throne_Appointment}}
===Cardinal Appointment===
The Curator of the Printer's Guild Museum is directly appointed by the Cardinal of Prosperity when they assume office. The position provides the recipient with additional Synod votes and liao.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Cardinal_Appointment}}
===Other Methods===
These titles are often elected by a national contest of some form. The knight-protectors of Dawn who win their title by victory in a grand tourney whereas the Doyen of the Spires must win a vote of their peers. The holders of these titles are often expected to employ the powers of their title in service to their nation where appropriate.
{{#lst:Archive:Current_Imperial_Titles|Not_A_Well_Worn_Path}}
[[Category:Title]]
[[Category:Elections]]

Declaration

2023-10-28T15:40:32Z

Paulwilder: /* Withdrawal */

[[Category:Conclave]]
{{CaptionedImage|file=GracediTassato.jpg|title=Grace Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato of the Gilded Horn carta appears sceptical.|caption=Declarations are the political tools - or weapons - of the Conclave.|align=left|width=300}}
==Overview==
The Conclave has a number of powers to enable them to fulfil their constitutional role to support the proper use of magic by the Empire. These powers are grouped together as the Declarations of the Conclave. Declarations are used by the Conclave to determine policy and to appoint citizens to the Imperial titles appointed by the Conclave. They always require a vote by the assembled Imperial magicians to pass.

A declaration are generally a short sentence beginning "''The Imperial conclave declares...''" and then a single specific thing such as "''...that there should be an election for the position of Archmage of Winter''" or "''...that Sadogua should be considered an enemy of the Empire.''"

==Raising a declaration==
* '''The occupant of any Imperial title that has the power to submit a declaration will receive a writ from the civil service each time they attend Anvil'''
* '''The grandmaster of each Conclave order will receive two writs, one for each session of the Conclave'''
* '''The writ must be completed and handed to the office of the Prefect of the Conclave at least one hour before the next session begins'''

Any citizen who is submitting a declaration for the approval of the Conclave must provide the Civil Service with a formal copy of the declaration with the precise wording to be voted on. The Civil Service will provide writs before the summit begins to each citizen who is able to submit a declaration. Citizens who hold an appropriate Imperial title will receive one writ for their declaration - grandmasters will receive two writs, one for each session of the Conclave. A writ remains valid, regardless of any changes in that citizen's imperial title during the summit. If a writ is lost or stolen, a replacement can be obtained from the Civil Service, but otherwise it should be completed and handed to the office of the [[Prefect of the Conclave]].

The specific wording of the declaration must be explicit on the writ when it is presented for inclusion on the [[Conclave_session#Setting_the_Agenda|agenda]] for the next [[Conclave session]]. The civil servant records the name of the person raising the declaration and the specifics of what that declaration is about. For example "''Xavier i Guerra raises a Declaration of Sorcery against Pieter Vanderhooven''" or "''Lebannon of Haros Water raises a Declaration of Candidacy for the title of Archmage of Winter''".
<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;"><quote by="Little Robert of Pickering">It doesn't matter what's been discussed here or what you meant to write my Lord Earl, what your Declaration of Concord actually says is that "This Conclave believes that Imperial citizens should support heralds of ''A'''gr'''amant'' where they can." You bloody pillock.</quote></div>
This agenda is publicly displayed at the hub so that anyone can review it at any time. The only exception is where a grandmaster invokes their order's [[Grandmaster#Veil_of_Night|Veil of Night]]. If this happens, the exact wording of the declaration must still be provided to the Civil Service but is not made public. It is recorded as ''"The Grandmaster of (Order) raises a declaration under the Veil of Night''". The agenda is closed one hour before the session is scheduled to begin, no declarations will be accepted for that session after this point.

Each declaration has necessary details that must be provided, and in all cases the precise wording of the declaration is used in the Conclave session. While magicians may discuss anything in relation to the declaration to decide the matter, only the official wording of the declaration are recorded, only the wording as written has any effect beyond what was said in Conclave at the time.

==Presentation==
* '''Most declarations are raised in the order they were submitted'''
* '''The Prefect will read out the recorded details of the declaration and invite the submitter to speak if they wish'''
* '''The proposer may speak for as long as they please, but must pay for each minute they speak, following the Principle of Proportions'''

There are [[Conclave_session#Order_of_Business|arcane rules that can change the agenda]] but most declarations are raised in the order they were submitted. To begin the debate, the Prefect of the Conclave will read out the recorded details, naming the citizen proposing it followed by the type of declaration and then the precise wording supplied. They will then invite the named citizen to speak in support of their declaration if they wish.

If the proposer wishes to address the Conclave on their declaration then they must spend mana according to the [[Imperial Conclave#Principle of Proportions|Principle of Proportions]]. They must provide one mana crystal for the first minute, two additional mana for the second minute they talk, three additional mana for the third minute and so on.

Under normal circumstances, only the citizen who proposes the declaration may present it to Conclave. A declaration submitted by an Imperial title may be presented by the citizen holding the title or their legal proxy. A declaration submitted by a Conclave order can only be presented by the citizen who submitted it. A grandmaster who submits their own declaration is doing so as a member of their order, they cannot have a proxy present the declaration on their behalf.

==The Debate==
* '''A formal debate begins after the presentation is complete'''
* '''The debate takes place over a series of rounds - each grandmaster can nominate one citizen to speak in each round'''
* '''Anyone nominated to speak can allow the proposer to use some or all of their allotted time to respond to comments or questions'''

After the presented is complete, the Prefect will give the orders a minute to discuss the matter among themselves before the [[Conclave_session#Debating_a_Declaration|formal debate of the declaration]] begins. This debate takes place over a series of rounds with grandmasters (and the Throne if present) taking turns to nominate a citizen to speak. A grandmaster may nominate the proposer to speak on their turn if they wish.

Citizens who are nominated to speak may not invite others to speak on their behalf, but they may use any part of their time to grant the individual who presented the declaration a chance to respond.

==Resolution==
* '''The vote takes place after the formal debate is complete'''
* '''Each magician present may abstain or cast a vote in support or against the declaration'''
* '''If the majority of votes cast are in favour then the declaration passes, otherwise it fails'''

After the debate is complete, every Imperial magician present may vote in favour or against, or may choose to abstain. If more magicians vote in favour than vote against, the declaration is carried. In the case of a tie, the declaration is considered to have failed.

The civil servants supporting the meeting may choose to count votes on a general aye or nay where the outcome is very clear. If voting is required, magicians normally vote by raising their hands and are counted out by order with civil servants verifying any counts and adding on any independents.

When a declaration is carried, the effects of that declaration come into effect at the ''end'' of the Conclave session. For example, if an [[archmage]] loses their title due to a [[Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]] they legally lose their powers and must surrender their regalia only at the end of the session.

==Withdrawal==
* '''A declaration may be withdrawn at any time'''
The citizen who submitted a declaration may withdraw it at any time. If a declaration is withdrawn before a session begins then the citizen may submit a new declaration in its place. The civil service will endeavour to provide the citizen with a replacement writ to enable them to submit a new declaration where possible. Note that the replacement declaration is added to the end of the running order at the point it is submitted; it does not get inserted in the original declaration place in the running order.

If a declaration is withdrawn after a session begins then the right to submit a declaration that summit is lost.

==Constitutional Limits==
* '''The number of Imperial titles that can submit a declaration is strictly limited to ensure that Conclave does not run too long'''
* '''Only one Imperial title can be given the power to raise a specific type of declaration'''

Because the Imperial Conclave permits any magician of the Empire to take part, a [[Conclave session]] can take a long time to complete. One of the few things that restricts the potential duration of Conclave is the number of declarations that can be submitted. Each order can submit one declaration per session, but in theory the Imperial Senate could create any number of new Imperial titles that have the power to submit declarations. Doing so would make Conclave sessions unacceptably long and this would violate the Constitutional requirement that the Conclave ''"accord a voice to those citizens who demonstrate command of magic"''.

As a result the number of Conclave orders is limited to seven (there could be less than this if the Senate chose to dissolve an order). Crucially the number of Imperial titles that can submit a declaration for the consideration of the Conclave is strictly limited. Under guidance issued by the Constitutional Court, an Imperial title can only ever be given the power to raise a single declaration each summit, only of a specific type, and only if no other Imperial title can submit a declaration of that type. Thus the Senate could create a new Imperial title and give it the power to raise a single Declaration of Sorcery, since no other existing title has the power to raise that declaration. But they could not create a title that could raise a Declaration of Endowment, since the existing Burser of the Conclave has that responsibility already. Any change to Imperial law that broke these rules is likely to fail scrutiny.

The archmages are a special exception to this rule, since they share a common power to raise a Declaration of Alignment. However, their powers remain practically distinct since they can only submit the Declaration for eternals of their realm.

==List of Declarations==
{|
| '''Declaration''' || '''Effect''' || '''Imperial Title'''
|-
| [[Alignment]] || Defines the relationship between an eternal and the Empire. || [[Archmage]]
|-
| [[Candidacy]] || Propose someone to hold an [[Imperial title]] || [[The Throne]]
|-
| [[Concord]] || Propose statement of belief, intent, or support by the Conclave || [[Imperial Magus]]
|-
| [[Dissemination]] || Propose that knowledge of a ritual be shared with someone || None
|-
| [[Endorsement]] || Propose that an act of magic is in the interests of the Empire || None
|-
| [[Endowment]] || Propose that someone receive something owned by the Conclave || [[Bursar of the Conclave]]
|-
| [[Imperial lore]] || Propose that a ritual text be added to the body of Imperial lore || [[Dean of the Lyceum]]
|-
| [[Interdiction]] || Propose that a magical practice be proscribed within the Empire || [[Imperial Censor]]
|-
| [[Sorcery]] || Propose that someone is a sorcerer, or reconciled with the Conclave || [[Witness of Conclave]]
|}
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<section begin=The_Throne/>
* [[The Throne]] - Vacant
<section end=The_Throne/>
<section begin=Senator/>
====The [[The Brass Coast|Freeborn]] Senators====
* [[Kahraman|Senator for Kahraman]] - Delara i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Madruga|Senator for Madruga]] - Chiara Zayden Riqueza
* [[Segura|Senator for Segura]] - Diego i Del Toro i Erigo
====The [[Dawn|Dawnish]] Senators====
* [[Astolat|Senator for Astolat]] - Bohemond De Rondell
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Amicia of the Semmerlak
* [[The Barrens|Senator for the Barrens]] - Aramis du Froste
* [[Weirwater|Senator for Weirwater]] - Lady Eve Orzel
====The [[Highguard|Highborn]] Senators====
* [[Bastion|Senator for Bastion]] - Suvi Frostbrand
* [[Casinea|Senator for Casinea]] - Solomon
* [[Necropolis|Senator for Necropolis]] - Eli of the Cenotaph
* [[Reikos|Senator for Reikos]] - Cyrus, of Ebon's Hall
====The [[Imperial Orcs|Imperial Orc]] Senator====
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Bloodcrow Rasp
====The [[The League|League]] Senators====
* [[Holberg|Senator for Holberg]] - Kaspar Yakovich von Holberg
* [[Sarvos|Senator for Sarvos]] - Uberto Alessandri di Caricomare vacino a Sarvos
* [[Spiral|Senator for Spiral]] - Genoveva Barossa di Tassato
* [[Tassato|Senator for Tassato]] - Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Temeschwar|Senator for Temeschwar]] - Giuseppe Sanguineo von Temeschwar
====The [[The Marches|Marcher]] Senators====
* [[Bregasland|Senator for Bregasland]] - Lizzie Stamp of Bildewold
* [[Mitwold|Senator for Mitwold]] - Sally
* [[Mournwold|Senator for Mournwold]] - Willum of Goatsbridge
* [[Upwold|Senator for Upwold]] - Johnny Tailor
====The [[Navarr|Navarr]] Senators====
* [[Hercynia|Senator for Hercynia]] - Gelert Ashborn
* [[Miaren|Senator for Miaren]] - Llewellyn Leafstalker
* [[Therunin|Senator for Therunin]] - Travid Longest Path
====The [[Urizen|Urizeni]] Senators====
* [[Morrow|Senator for Morrow]] - Laelius Archsky
* [[Redoubt|Senator for Redoubt]] - Sejanus of the Scarlet Guard
* [[Zenith|Senator for Zenith]] - Cadeus
====The [[Varushka|Varushkan]] Senators====
* [[Karov|Senator for Karov]] - Myshki Marishka Letuchaya
* [[Karsk|Senator for Karsk]] - Yegor
* [[Miekarova|Senator for Miekarova]] - Talvikaarne, The Winter Guest
* [[Ossium|Senator for Ossium]] - Vesna Borkovna Prochnost
* [[Volodmartz|Senator for Volodmartz]] - Desilav Sergeyevich Jesen
====The [[Wintermark|Wintermark]] Senators====
* [[Hahnmark|Senator for Hahnmark]] - Hengest Dun
* [[Kallavesa|Senator for Kallavesa]] - Rane Shardbearer
* [[Sermersuaq|Senator for Sermersuaq]] - Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason
<section end=Senator/>
<section begin=Member_of_the_Senate/>
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Shad
* [[Conscience of the Senate]] - Aurelio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Imperial Consul]] - Jarrigk Orzel
* [[Imperial Magus]] - Æsa Sigeling
* [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] - Tristan Ramson von Holberg
<section end=Member_of_the_Senate/>
<section begin=Ambassador/>
* [[Ambassador to Asavea]] - Asier i Elia i Guerra
* [[Ambassador to Axos]] - Fintan Founders' Dance
* [[Ambassador to Faraden]] - Erasmo di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to Jarm]] - Ariadne of the Auric Horizon
* [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] - Fania Vessely-Vanek
* [[Ambassador to the Commonwealth]] - Lucia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] - Abel
* [[Ambassador to the Iron Confederacy]] - Cedric Gallows
* [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] - Thalia of Netherwatch
* [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] - Accalon
* [[Voice of Liberty]] - Eska Crowspeaker
<section end=Ambassador/>
<section begin=Senate_Advisor/>
* [[Advisor on the Vallorn]] - Nathair Autumngale
* [[Arcane Architect]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Crystal Architect of the Spires]] - Vacant
* [[Dean of the Academy]] - Vacant
* [[Imperial Administrator|Imperial Administrator]] - Vacant
* [[Imperial Advisor for the Feni]] - Watt of Lambrook
* [[Imperial Spymaster]] - Bernard Dugdale
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Hazelelponi
* [[Minister of Historical Research]] - Vaclav Mladenovich Kosti
* [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] - Hector Smith
<section end=Senate_Advisor/>
<section begin=Cardinal/>
* [[Cardinal of Ambition]] - Viviane de Coeurdefer
* [[Cardinal of Courage]] - Melchior of Adina's Charge
* [[Cardinal of Loyalty]] - Sabella of the Silent Tide
* [[Cardinal of Pride]] - Zadkiel de Coeurdefer
* [[Cardinal of Prosperity]] - Darian Numbers
* [[Cardinal of the Way]] - Hywel Seren Crow
* [[Cardinal of Vigilance]] - Gaelen Embercast
* [[Cardinal of Wisdom]] - Aspar
<section end=Cardinal/>
<section begin=Gatekeeper/>
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Ambition]] - Corey Wayfarer
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Courage]] - Thanmir Hrafnar
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Loyalty]] - Eurybia of the House of Wanderers
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Estella Krazentia Callabrese Von Holberg (The Wandering Artist)
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Prosperity]] - Ivana Petara Vodjavic
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Vigilance]] - Irada Von Temeschwar
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Wisdom]] - Tuuli
<section end=Gatekeeper/>
<section begin=Inquisitor/>
* [[Imperial Inquisitor]] - Lenarius Ankarien
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Ambition]] - Callista
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Courage]] - Maarit Suvidottir
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Loyalty]] - Galeas du Maurisol
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Pride]] - Olyvar
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Prosperity]] - Luca i Taziel i Rigueza
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of The Way]] - Morwenna Witheredrose
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Vigilance]] - Sam Wych-Elm
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Wisdom]] - Silas of the Cenotaph
<section end=Inquisitor/>
<section begin=Synod_Envoy/>
* [[Auditor of Senatorial Accountability]] - Pickers Blackleaf
* [[Basilisk of the Bourse]] - Heilyn Bronwens Rest
* [[High Exorcist]] - Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Imperial Chaplain Consular]] - Lady Laudine of House duLac
* [[Seer of the Gateway]] - Alcuin
<section end=Synod_Envoy/>
<section begin=General/>
====The [[The Brass Coast|Freeborn]] Generals====
* [[Burning Falcon|General of the Burning Falcon]] - Aracelis I Erigo
* [[Fire of the South|General of the Fire of the South]] - Esteban I Del Rio Blanco I Guerra
* [[Red Wind Corsairs|General of the Red Wind Corsairs]] - Delora i Sol-Devorador i Erigo
====The [[Dawn|Dawnish]] Generals====
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Golden Sun|General of the Golden Sun]] - Zoran De Orzel
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Archavion Wolfborne
====The [[Highguard|Highborn]] Generals====
* [[Granite Pillar|General of the Granite Pillar]] - Asenath
* [[Seventh Wave|General of the Seventh Wave]] - Melkior of Balthazar’s Vineyard
* [[Valiant Pegasus|General of the Valiant Pegasus]] - Jack Flint
====The [[Imperial Orcs|Imperial Orc]] Generals====
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Irontide Skorr
* [[Winter Sun|General of the Winter Sun]] - Skywise Rykana
====The [[The League|League]] Generals====
* [[Towerjacks|General of the Towerjacks]] - Natalia 'The Falcon' Barossa
* [[Wolves of War|General of the Wolves of War]] - Marcus Derivian di Sarvos
====The [[The Marches|Marcher]] Generals====
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Bobert U. T. Thatcher
* [[Drakes|General of the Drakes]] - Tancred of Meade
* [[Strong Reeds|General of the Strong Reeds]] - Amberlain P. Black
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Stanley Of Chalkdown
====The [[Navarr|Navarr]] Generals====
* [[Navarr_military_concerns#Isaella.27s_Dance|General of Isaella's Dance]] - Ioan Longshadow
* [[Black Thorns|General of the Black Thorns]] - Rhisiart Dancewalker
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Farenthar Shattersong
====The [[Urizen|Urizeni]] General====
* [[Citadel Guard|General of the Citadel Guard]] - Nicassia Avicia of Phoenix Reach
====The [[Varushka|Varushkan]] Generals====
* [[Golden Axe|General of the Golden Axe]] - Belakov Zakharovich Prochnost
* [[Iron Helms|General of the Iron Helms]] - Alderei the Fair
* [[Northern Eagle|General of the Northern Eagle]] - Jaromir Ostrovyn Kostka
====The [[Wintermark|Wintermark]] Generals====
* [[Bloodcloaks|General of the Bloodcloaks]] - Lofyn Blood-cloak
* [[Fist of the Mountains|General of the Fist of the Mountains]] - Kindra Surefoot
* [[Green Shield|General of the Green Shield]] - Iron Osric
<section end=General/>
<section begin=Member_of_the_Military_Council/>
* [[Imperial Fleet Master]] - Rahmah i Darwisj i Erigo
* [[Warmage]] - Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros
<section end=Member_of_the_Military_Council/>
<section begin=Grandmaster/>
* [[Celestial Arch|Celestial Arch]] - Ashborn Trosk
* [[Golden Pyramid|Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Rod and Shield|Rod and Shield]] - Sakari Nightscale
* [[Sevenfold Path|Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa d'Apulian
* [[Shuttered Lantern|Shuttered Lantern]] - Tyburn of House De Rondell
* [[Silver Chalice|Silver Chalice]] - Fausta
* [[Unfettered Mind|Unfettered Mind]] - Eliza
<section end=Grandmaster/>
<section begin=Archmage/>
* [[Archmage of Autumn]] - Edmundo of Damakan's forge
* [[Archmage of Day]] - Gralka
* [[Archmage of Night]] - Elyssiathain
* [[Archmage of Spring]] - Ibiss Briarheart
* [[Archmage of Summer]] - Brother Luke
* [[Archmage of Winter]] - Ematius of the Great Library of Ankarien
<section end=Archmage/>
<section begin=Dean/>
* [[Dean of the Lyceum]] - Palaphon Ankarien
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - Ceinwen Eternal
<section end=Dean/>
<section begin=Agent_of_the_Conclave/>
* [[Bursar of the Conclave]] - Brynn Vision Enduring
* [[Imperial Censor]] - Cassandra i Periera i Erigo
* [[Imperial Necromancer]] - Ser Claudia Lovelorn
* [[Imperial Warcaster|Imperial Warcaster]] - Aulus of Zenith Ascendant
* [[Master of the Koboldi]] - Dima Vasilyevna Novosad
* [[Witness of Conclave]] - Bryn Netherwatch
<section end=Agent_of_the_Conclave/>
<section begin=Ilium_Bourse_Seat/>
* [[Cerevado Nets]] - Freeborn - Garviel i Abrira i Erigo
* [[Gift of the Dwindling Star]] - Varushkan - Fretek Sargava Slavomiryn
* [[Mediator of Wreck|Mediator of Wreck]] - Wintermark - Arja Fiskdottir
* [[Regario Dossier]] - League - Rodrigo Barossa de Tassato Regario
* [[Steel Fist]] - Imperial Orc - Arora
* [[Syrene's Wisdom]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Tassatan Hills|Tassatan Hills]] - League - Laurencio Lemmini di Sarvos
<section end=Ilium_Bourse_Seat/>
<section begin=Mithril_Bourse_Seat/>
* [[Brilliant Star]] - Urizeni - Rhode
* [[Eternal Shafts of Time]] - Varushkan - Vasiliy Krenyenkov Valeskai Strascovich
* [[Fortress of Salt]] - Imperial - Jaana Mordssen
* [[Great Mine of Briante]] - Imperial - Jacob
* [[Great Pits of Ennerlund]] - Imperial - Sofia i DelToro i Riqueza
* [[Legacy]] - League - Taskel Di Apulian
* [[Overseer_of_the_Gloaming_Road|Overseer of the Gloaming Road]] - Imperial - Khalil i Carno i Guerra
* [[Pride of Ikka's Tears]] - Wintermark - Tuija Dunning
* [[Singing Caves]] - Marcher - Henry Birchsmith
* [[Sunless Depths]] - Imperial - Moraža
<section end=Mithril_Bourse_Seat/>
<section begin=Weirwood_Bourse_Seat/>
* [[Canterspire Circle]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] - Dawnish - Mortarion Carver
* [[Golden Trees of Seren]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Great Forest at Reikos]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Heartwood of the Great Vale]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Hunt of Alderei the Fair]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
* [[Thimble]] - Navarr - To be elected next event
* [[Weirwater Vales]] - Imperial - To be elected next event
<section end=Weirwood_Bourse_Seat/>
<section begin=White_Granite_Bourse_Seat/>
* [[Arratan Gamble]] - Imperial - Amaruq
* [[Brilliant Shore]] - Imperial - Gideon of the suns of Couros
* [[Damatian Cliffs]] - Imperial - Esteban Ezmara of Zenith Ascendant
* [[Granites of Veltsgorsk]] - Varushkan - Blazh Zbignev
* [[Night Quarry]] - Imperial - Pipski Bearonovitch Strascovich
* [[Sutton Stone Quarries]] - Imperial - James Forrester
* [[Vigilant Swan]] - Highborn - Nemuel
<section end=White_Granite_Bourse_Seat/>
<section begin=Senate_Appointment/>
* [[Apothecary of Orieb|Apothecary of Orieb]] - Nikolai Desovich Patazca
* [[Bailiff of the Downs]] - Thomas Oak
* [[Blackroot Broker]] - Twyll Eternal
* [[Broken Shield Guardian|Broken Shield Guardian]] - Redhand Gezzar
* [[Magic Butcher|Butcher of the Meat and Mana Market of Temeschwar]] - Valentino Fontana di Sarvos
* [[Cabalist of the Hollow Stone|Cabalist of the Hollow Stone]] - Lutobor (Lut) Branislavovich Glinka
* [[Captain of the Senate Guard]] - Vacant
* [[Caretaker of New Dunhall]] - Brigantia Duning
* [[Chatelaine of the Reapers%27 Repose|Chatelaine of the Reapers' Repose]] - Amalie
* [[Churnspire Adjutor]] - Alexios
* [[Collector of Prosperity's Boon]] - Leofric “Leo” Brenna
* [[Curator of the Twilight Demesne]] - Ringforge Merdev
* [[Custodian of Glass Point Cove]] - Dalibor Marek van Temeschwar
* [[Custodian of the Bleak Tower]] - Staurakios, of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros
* [[Custodian of the Bloody Great Sausage]] - Sergio Salvatore
* [[Custodian of the Claw]] - Valeria
* [[Custodian of the Kennels]] - Hildegarde
* [[Custodian of the Pelican Tower]] - Concordio Barcaiolo di sarvos
* [[Custodian of the Starlight Drift]] - Lochias Of Oblivion's Edge
* [[Dauntless Warrior]] - Skywise Karrak
* [[Dean of the First Voice Glade]] - Idwynn Splitroot
* [[College_of_the_Liberated#Dean_of_the_Liberated|Dean of the Liberated]] - Ventuno di Sarvos
* [[Dean of the Thorned Rose]] - Bledri Eternal
* [[Dredgemaster of Feverwater]] - Eosffair Farwalker
* [[Eastern Broker]] - Lith
* [[Eternal Flame of Miaren]] - Tanwen
* [[Fallsheart Guardian]] - Xenshia Dunning
* [[Farmer of Eastern Spring Farm]] - Stormcrow Dren
* [[Gatekeeper of Falling Snow]] - Leofric Dunnsson
* [[Granger of the Golden Orchard]] - Siân Eternal
* [[Grieftender of the Forgotten|Grieftender of the Forgotten]] - Velko Perunovich Razoradze
* [[Grim Gardener]] - Maegruth Bearonovitch Strascovitch
* [[Grimnir of Wittal Grove]] - Branwynn Helsbur
* [[Guardian of Dunfrith]] - Kai Dunning of Dunhearth Hall
* [[Guardian of the Cairn]] - Tarqeq Icetongue
* [[Guardian of the Prosperity of Afal]] - Gerraint Black
* [[Guildmaster of the Artisans|Guildmaster of the Artisans]] - Xanthius
* [[Healer of Dawn]] - Isabella de Rondell
* [[Hearthtender of the Unbroken]] - Sindri
* [[Herbalist of the Hearth]] - Vacant
* [[High Herbalist of Sybella]] - Asher of Cantiarch's Hold
* [[Jade Custodian]] - Giacomo Corvinoscuro
* [[Keeper of Aurelie's Garden]] - Cerys de Rosier
* [[Keeper of Berislav's Rest]] - Ostrik Vulpe
* [[Keeper of the Bonehives|Keeper of the Bone Hives]] - Druhain Olodniky
* [[Keeper of the Breadbasket]] - Thaddeus
* [[Keeper of the Crystal Vale]] - Torunn Volcarona
* [[Keeper of the Dour Fens]] - Bill of Middleton
* [[Keeper of the Golden Fields]] - Nicolas Reaper
* [[Keeper of the Happiston Fields]] - Tilly of Chalkdown
* [[Keeper of the Memorial Gardens of Treji]] - gertreg
* [[Keeper of the Sapphire Stair]] - Raphael Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Keeper of the Spice Gardens]] - Sadiq i Isa i Erigo
* [[Marshal of the Pit of Revelations]] - Laika
* [[Master Apothecary]] - Kesa Algarsdottir
* [[Master of Defence of the Scholars of the Sword Academy|Master of Defence of the Scholars of the Sword Academy]] - Professor Bartolomau Vinnemakker von Holberg
* [[Master of Sarcombe Metal Market]] - Edith Forrester Guildenstern
* [[Master of the Clearing House]] - Cosimo Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Master of the School of Exorcism]] - Naomi
* [[Mayor of Caricomare]] - Grimandi Vascello di Sarvos
* [[Mediator of Hyljehal]] - Raal Dunn
* [[Merchant_Prince_of_Misericorde_Market|Merchant Prince of Misericorde Market]] - Jonah Yakovitch
* [[Merchant-Boyar of the Stinking Market|Merchant-boyar of the Stinking Market]] - Krasivit Buhkova
* [[Mirrored Maschieri]] - Anguila Toretto-Barossa di Tassato Regario
* [[Pitmaster]] - Bull
* [[Polemarch of Highwatch|Polemarch of Highwatch]] - Vacant
* [[Raven Seer]] - The Shaman
* [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] - Tulva
* [[Signori d'Argento Vine Tender]] - Captain Markus DeVere
* [[Smith of Ashes]] - Vana
* [[Spear of the Seven|Spear of the Seven]] - Corwyn Heartsbane
* [[Spider's Tollkeep]] - Marguerita Serafini di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Nabarr|Steward of the Nabarr]] - Griffith
* [[Steward of the Sarvos Mana Exchange]] - Marsilio Cellini Crivelli di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Tassato Mana Exchange]] - Magnus Carolus Sanguino Rezia di Tassato
* [[Storm Shaman]] - Redhand Ikis
* [[Tender_of_Tekkupala%27s_Hives|Tender of Tekkupala's Hives]] - Kal
* [[Tender of the Blood Orchard|Tender of the Blood Orchard]] - Cees Van Holberg
* [[Weigher of Worth]] - Ghillihg
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Tonraq Aguta Iluak
<section end=Senate_Appointment/>
<section begin=Throne_Appointment/>
* [[Captain of the Throne Guard]] - Vacant
* [[Keeper of the Imperial Menagerie]] - Kay Griffinsbain
* [[Queen's Rose]] - Vacant
<section end=Throne_Appointment/>
<section begin=Synod_Judgement/>
* [[Abbess of Reconciliation|Abbess of Reconciliation]] - Sister Rosa
* [[Arbiter of the Four Winds|Arbiter of the Four Winds]] - Herminius of the House of the Wanderer
* [[Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk|Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk]] - Enoch
* [[Armarius of the Anvil Library|Armarius of the Anvil Library]] - Richardo Glostari di Sarvos
* [[Azure Sutannir]] - Mina i Yashum i Riqueza
* [[Banner-bearer of Atkonaroq|Banner-bearer of Atkonaroq]] - Liv Tidgaring
* [[Bishop of the Navigators|Bishop of the Navigators]] - Tabris, Son of Armisael
* [[Castellan of the Silent Sentinel]] - Rhesa
* [[Challenger in Waiting|Challenger in Waiting]] - The Earl of Fools
* [[Claviger of the Basilica of Cora Holdfast]] - Nekoda of the Shattered Tower
* [[Crimson Sutannir|Crimson Sutannir]] - Ahraz i Guerra
* [[Crow Keeper of the Rest]] - Ursa
* [[Curator of the Blood Red River|Curator of the Blood Red River]] - Astrid Fjellrevening Rezia di Tassato
* [[Curator of the White City Museum]] - Apollos
* [[Custodian of the Imperial War Memorial]] - Jericho
* [[Dean of Laroc Cathedral]] - Ser Dindrane
* [[Friar of Honour's Rest]] - Friar John of the Mourn
* [[Guardian of Britta's Memorial]] - Neala Blackhawk
* [[Guardian of Giselle's Tomb]] - Casimir Marcelino di Sarvos
* [[Guardian of the Maze of Zoria]] - Illya Nikovitch Volkov
* [[Guide to the Lost|Guide to the Lost]] - Memorykeeper Ikahn
* [[Hand of Guerra]] - Ahshen i Fiel i Guerra
* [[High Bard of the Empire]] - Protectorate Rile
* [[Keeper of Emilio's Herbarium]] - Emilio Marsana Saverio di Sarvos
* [[Keeper of the Garden]] - Aerowen Embercast
* [[Keeper of the Magpies|Keeper of the Magpies]] - Vacant
* [[Keeper of the Orchard]] - Tom Appleseed
* [[Knight of the Greenwood|Knight of the Greenwood]] - Percival Summerstrong
* [[Lady of the Proffered Hand]] - Lady Eleanor Novarion
* [[Liaison to the Temple in Nemoria]] - Vacant
* [[Medical Officer of the Pegasus Respite]] - Felix of the Arion Sentinels
* [[Patron of the Pavilion]] - Leonora 'Nora' Albertina van Holberg
* [[Prelate of Adelmar's Shrine|Prelate of Adelmar's Shrine]] - Limonos of the Astral Observatory
* [[Prelate of the Little Mother]] - Ray Fosterbrooke
* [[Reeve of Greenforest Fair|Reeve of Greenforest Fair]] - Arlen Foreman-Smith
* [[Speaker of the Highborn Assembly]] - Isaac of the Silent Tide
* [[Tender of the Hearth]] - Nikolovich Drakov
* [[Voice of Barbs|Voice of the House of Barbs]] - Teleri
* [[Voice of the Twin Roses]] - Lady Ailsa Tamerlaine
* [[Watcher of Britta's Pool]] - Rafe
* [[Watcher of Ratibor's Torch|Watcher of Ratibor's Torch]] - Vitore Van Temeschwar
<section end=Synod_Judgement/>
<section begin=Cardinal_Appointment/>
* [[Curator of the Printer's Guild Museum]] - Fabio Costas de Sarvos
<section end=Cardinal_Appointment/>
<section begin=Military_Council_Appointment/>
* [[Imperial Huntsmarshall|Imperial Huntsmarshall]] - Vacant
* [[Imperial Master of Works|Imperial Master of Works]] - Hebrun Weaver
* [[Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries|Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries]] - Helio i Feugo i Requeza
* [[Mistress of Medicine|Mistress of Medicine]] - Donato Zanella di Riposi di Sarvos
* [[Oblivion Sentinel|Oblivion Sentinel]] - Floria Sunshaper
* [[Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path|Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path]] - Eurion "Mr Cambion" Firekeeper
<section end=Military_Council_Appointment/>
<section begin=Declaration_Of_Candidacy/>
* [[Custodian of the Lost|Custodian of the Lost]] - Anthemius Netherwatch
* [[Gloaming Sentinel|Gloaming Sentinel]] - Vasilmir Radovanovna Esskivic
* [[Imperial Seer]] - Jorma Steelhail
* [[Keeper of the Cox]] - Eayn Solsviegdottir Stanislaus
* [[Penumbral Watcher]] - Izora Highwind
* [[Scholar of Kragg's Hollow|Scholar of Kragg's Hollow]] - Vacant
* [[Watcher of the Wheel]] - Tobias De Gauvain
<section end=Declaration_Of_Candidacy/>
<section begin=Bourse_Auction/>
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Kaapo Kingfishering
* [[Custodian of the Concordium Dock]] - Gasparo Conzaga Di Temischwar
* [[Delver of the Depths]] - Piera di Sarvos
* [[Elosian Architect]] - Talia Seaboar
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - D'ardante
* [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] - Aelthrik Dunning
* [[Prime Factor of the Pallas Docks]] - Damiàn i Martàn i Erigo
* [[Quaymaster of the Black Sails]] - Damiàn i Martàn i Erigo
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Bertrand
* [[Seer of the Spiral Sword]] - Tisserande Griffinsbain
<section end=Bourse_Auction/>
<section begin=Bourse_Vote/>
* [[Architect of the Crucible]] - Bartimaeus
* [[Bailiff of the Grand Market]] - Sebastian Shaw
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov
* [[Bonesetter of Torfast Trading Post]] - Ringforge Kerath
* [[Broker of the Invisible Cord]] - Rhys Nighthaven
* [[Broker of Treji Wayhouse]] - Berwyn Dancingleaf
* [[Burgher of Ketsov]] - Jereni Hinda Bogdanov
* [[Bursar of the House of Spirits]] - Rinnah
* [[Chair of the Wolf]] - Elsha Bertolf
* [[Cinderpath Custodian]] - Asael
* [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] - Vladimir Vladirovich Reznikov
* [[Custodian of the Assayer's Guild]] - Marcus Von Temeschwar
* [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] - Iñez i Azul-Mar i Erigo
* [[Four Seasons' Boneweaver]] - Dayus
* [[Hakima of Salt and Sand|Hakima of Salt and Sand]] - Bakar i Riqueza
* [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] - Triska Markova
* [[Kalpaheim Tradeholder]] - Benny
* [[Keeper of the Tome|Keeper of the Tome]] - Marco Colombo di Foracci
* [[Legion Engineer]] - Groza
* [[Marracossa Sendito]] - Karg i Estrico i Erigo
* [[Master of Rings|Master of Rings]] - Laughlan Vi Temeschwar
* [[Master of the Root and Stem]] - Bradwin Barlymaine
* [[Merchant Boyar of the Bittershore]] - Kostjya
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Nemi i Riqueza
* [[Mistress of the Glass Parador]] - Ignacio Zuhri
* [[Northbound Trademaster]] - Antonio Benedito Altassato
* [[Overseer of the Westward Road]] - Borys Vardovich Straskovich
* [[Preceptor of the Skarsind College of Warcasting]] - Bloodcrow Rakk
* [[Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks|Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks]] - Spyridonakes of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros
* [[Reeve of Boar's Market]] - Guy Grimbold the Elder
* [[Steward of Good Leaf Gardens]] - Coal Carefoot
* [[Steward of the Mines of Gulhule]] - Irontide Flax
* [[Talon of Kauppahall|Talon of Kauppahall]] - Vauraus Korppitkotka
* [[Tolvoli Butcher|Tolvoli Butcher]] - Misha Klubnika Alexandrovich Petrov
* [[Vizier of the Incarnadine Satchel]] - Jacina i Alferoz i Erigo
* [[Warden_of_the_Trees_and_Hills|Warden of the Trees and Hills]] - Zakhar “Crow” Strascovich
<section end=Bourse_Vote/>
<section begin=Not_A_Well_Worn_Path/>
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Ioseph
* [[Emissary to the Celestial Library]] - Xenia
* [[Brock's Toll|Keeper of Brock's Toll]] - Isadora Ebbe
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Autumn]] - Torag Meliora
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Spring]] - Lord Illantris Wolfborne the Blue Cake Knight
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Summer]] - Rhydian de Rondell
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Winter]] - Vacant
<section end=Not_A_Well_Worn_Path/>
<section begin=Civil_Service_Appointment/>
* [[Agent of the Bourse]] - To be elected next event
* [[Prefect of the Conclave|Prefect of the Conclave]] - Aitana i Riqueza
* [[Tribune of the Synod|Tribune of the Imperial Synod]] - Leonardo i Del'Toro i Riqueza
<section end=Civil_Service_Appointment/>
<section begin=Champion_of_Virtue/>
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Alfmund Fordwinsson
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - Thomir, Son of Astion
* [[Champion of Loyalty]] - Dagon
* [[Champion of Pride]] - Kali Keen-Eye
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hugh Farrier
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Lindir Thornheart
* [[Champion of Wisdom]] - Valens Leos
<section end=Champion_of_Virtue/>

385YE Autumn Equinox Imperial elections

2023-10-04T17:52:29Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Casinea|Senator for Casinea]] - Solomon
* [[Hahnmark|Senator for Hahnmark]] - Hengest Dun
* [[Kahraman|Senator for Kahraman]] - Delara i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Morrow|Senator for Morrow]] - Laelius Archsky
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Amicia of the Semmerlak
* [[Spiral|Senator for Spiral]] - Genoveva Barossa di Tassato
* [[Tassato|Senator for Tassato]] - Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Therunin|Senator for Therunin]] - Travid Longest Path
* [[Upwold|Senator for Upwold]] - Johnny Tailor
* [[Volodmartz|Senator for Volodmartz]] - Desilav Sergeyevich Jesen

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] - Thalia of Netherwatch
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Bobert U. T. Thatcher
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Fire of the South|General of the Fire of the South]] - Esteban I Del Rio Blanco I Guerra
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Farenthar Shattersong
* [[Seventh Wave|General of the Seventh Wave]] - Melkior of Balthazar’s Vineyard
* [[Wolves of War|General of the Wolves of War]] - Marcus Derivian di Sarvos
* [[Bailiff of the Downs]] - Thomas Oak
* [[Collector of Prosperity's Boon]] - Kal
* [[Custodian of the Starlight Drift]] - Lochias Of Oblivion's Edge
* [[Guildmaster of the Artisans|Guildmaster of the Artisans]] - Xanthius
* [[High Herbalist of Sybella]] - Asher
* [[Master of Sarcombe Metal Market]] - Edith Forrester Guildenstern
* [[Raven Seer]] - The Shaman
* [[Spear of the Seven|Spear of the Seven]] - Corwyn Heartsbane
* [[Steward of the Nabarr|Steward of the Nabarr]] - Griffith

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Hazelelponi (280 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Loyalty]] - Sabella of the Silent Tide (296 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Pride]] - Zadkiel de Coeurdefer (306 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Ambition]] - Sebastiano (70 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Vigilance]] - Sam Wych-Elm (92 votes)
* [[Abbess of Reconciliation|Abbess of Reconciliation]] - Sister Rosa (360 votes)
* [[Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk|Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk]] - Enoch (196 votes)
* [[Challenger in Waiting|Challenger in Waiting]] - The Earl of Fools (84 votes)
* [[Guardian of the Maze of Zoria]] - Illya Nikovitch Volkov (166 votes)
* [[Guide to the Lost|Guide to the Lost]] - Ikahn (26 votes)
* [[Knight of the Greenwood|Knight of the Greenwood]] - Percival Summerstrong (108 votes)
* [[Reeve of Greenforest Fair|Reeve of Greenforest Fair]] - Arlen Foreman-Smith (116 votes)
* [[Watcher of Ratibor's Torch|Watcher of Ratibor's Torch]] - Vitore Van Temeschwar (243 votes)
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - Thomir (126 votes)
* [[Champion of Wisdom]] - Valens Leos (119 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Loyalty]] - Eurybia of the House of Wanderers
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Estella Krazentia Callabrese Von Holberg (The Wandering Artist)

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] - Hector smith
* [[Imperial Warcaster|Imperial Warcaster]] - Aulus of Zenith Ascendant
* [[Imperial Master of Works|Imperial Master of Works]] - Hebrun Weaver
* [[Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries|Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries]] - Helio i Feugo i Requeza
* [[Oblivion Sentinel|Oblivion Sentinel]] - Floria Sunshaper
* [[Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path|Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path]] - Eurion "Mr Cambion" Firekeeper

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Shuttered Lantern|Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern]] - Tyburn of House De Rondell
* [[Silver Chalice|Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice]] - Fausta

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - Ceinwen Eternal

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Fortress of Salt]] - Jaana Mordssen (451 thrones)
* [[Great Mine of Briante]] - Jacob (396 thrones)
* [[Great Pits of Ennerlund]] - Sofia i DelToro i Riqueza (433 thrones)
* [[Legacy]] - Taskel Di Apulian (240 thrones)
* [[Overseer_of_the_Gloaming_Road|Overseer of the Gloaming Road]] - Khalil i Carno i Guerra (5 thrones)
* [[Sunless Depths]] - Moraža (290 thrones)
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Kaapo Kingfishering (15 mana crystals)
* [[Delver of the Depths]] - Piera di Sarvos (20 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Elosian Architect]] - Talia Seaboar (5 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - D'ardante (17 thrones)
* [[Quaymaster of the Black Sails]] - Damiàn i Martàn i Erigo (1 throne 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Bertrand (17 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Brilliant Star]] - Rhode (136 votes)
* [[Eternal Shafts of Time]] - Vasiliy Krenyenkov Valeskai Strascovich (348 votes)
* [[Pride of Ikka's Tears]] - Tuija Dunning (353 votes)
* [[Singing Caves]] - Henry Birchsmith (370 votes)
* [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] - Mortarion Carver (603 votes)
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov (384 votes)
* [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] - Iñez i Azul-Mar i Erigo (431 votes)
* [[Legion Engineer]] - Groza (62 votes)
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Nemi i Riqueza (433 votes)
* [[Tolvoli Butcher|Tolvoli Butcher]] - Misha Klubnika Alexandrovich Petrov (311 votes)

==Other==
* [[Emissary to the Celestial Library]] - Xenia
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Autumn]] - Torag Meliora

[[Category:Elections]]
[[Category:Recent History]]
[[Category:385YE]]

Conclave vault

2023-09-05T17:04:33Z

Paulwilder: /* Bequests */

[[Category:Conclave]]
''<quote by ="Lebannon of Haros Water">No, Grandmaster. It is not 'yours'.<br><br>It is ''ours''.</quote>

==Overview==
Similar to the Imperial Senate, the Conclave has control of a source of wealth that it can use to pursue its goals. Unlike the Treasury, the Conclave Font is composed of crystal mana gathered from a number of sources. The Conclave also receives an amount of ilium each season. The mana and ilium are distributed among the [[Conclave order|Conclave orders]] each season.

In addition, each order has a ''vault'' - a rather grandiose terms that refers to a small collection of bequests collected by the Civil Service and delivered to the [[grandmaster]] of each order each season.

==The Font==
* '''The Font is a cache of mana available for distribution by Declaration of Endowment at each summit'''
* '''Any mana which is not distributed by Endowment is divided up betwen the grandmasters according to the Principle of Precedence after the summit is over'''
* '''Any mana collected duing those Conclave sessions is then put in the cache to make the new Font for the next summit'''

The Font refers to the large pool of crystal mana available to the Conclave at each summit. During each summit, the conclave can use a [[Declaration]] of [[Endowment]] to disburse an amount of this crystal mana to a named individual.

Anything that is left over once the summit has ended is then distributed between the various orders (via the grandmaster) based on the [[Imperial Conclave##Principle of Precedence|Principle of Precedence]]. Civil servants divide the mana between the orders based on all the magicians counted in total as belonging to that order. This calculation is based on the number of characters with the correct [[Arcane Mark]] who were alive and present at the end of the previous summit. An order which is twice the size of another receives twice as much mana, for example. Divisions are rounded down and any resources that are not allocated as a result remain part of the Font.

Any mana that has been collected during Conclave sessions under the [[Imperial Conclave##Principle of Proportions|Principle of Proportions]] is then placed into the supply to form the Font for the next summit. On occasion mana may also be added to the Font due to ongoing events in the Empire.

Crystal mana can also be added to an order's share by the grandmaster's power to [[Grandmaster#Funding the order|fund their order]]; from mana expended during the [[Grandmaster#hustings|election of a grandmaster]], and from bequests.

<div style="width:250px; float: left; margin-right: 15px;">
<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightGray;">[[Principle of Precedence|Precedence Order]]</td><td style="background-color: LightGray;">[[Ilium]]</td></tr>
<tr><td>First</td><td>3 rings</td></tr>
<tr><td>Second</td><td>3 rings</td></tr>
<tr><td>Third</td><td>2 rings</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fourth</td><td>2 rings</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fifth</td><td>2 rings</td></tr>
<tr><td>Sixth</td><td>1 ring</td></tr>
<tr><td>Seventh</td><td>1 ring</td></tr>
</table>
</div>
===Ilium===
The Imperial Conclave has control of small reserves of [[ilium]], which are distributed to the orders. The ilium is not distributed pro rata. Rather, it is divided into seven "pots" which are distributed to the orders based on their precedence (the first pot goes to the largest order at the previous summit, and so on down to the smallest order). Ties are resolved in favour of the oldest order.

==Bequests==
Any Imperial citizen, any eternal with whom the Conclave has declared [[Amity and enmity|amity]], and magicians of foreign nations can approach the Civil Service and donate materials or objects to the order of their choice. When this happens, the gifts are distributed to the grandmaster at the start of the next summit (or next Conclave session if sooner). In some cases this has been used to set up regular ongoing bequests to a specific order. Each order receives a trickle of ingots and measures of [[Materials|special materials]], primarily delivered as gifts or bequests from Imperial citizens. Unlike crystal mana, the raw materials are bequeathed to a specific order and distributed directly to the grandmaster.

On rare occasions individuals may donate materials to the Conclave as a whole. When this happens, the Prefect of the Conclave announces the bequest to the Conclave and a [[Endowment|Declaration of Endowment]] can be raised to suggest that the bequest be assigned to an order, or assigned to a specific individual. Until a bequest is assigned, it is kept in trust by the Civil Service, generally at the Castle of Thorns in [[Astolat]]. Once assigned, that assignment is permanent; the Conclave have no ability to take the bequest back again or reassign it once their decision has been made.

Bequests are a common way for [[eternal|eternals]] to support either the Conclave or the specific orders for which they have an affinity.
<quote by="Callus Strategos">"Vault" is such a grandiose term, conjuring up an image of great fortified chambers with foot-think iron doors and humourless guards. The reality is a good deal less impressive, and perhaps it would be more honest if in future we refer to them as the "Order cupboards"?</quote>
{{Conclave further reading}}

Tally of the Votes

2023-07-25T09:50:44Z

Paulwilder: /* Schedule */

<quote by="Giovanni, The Throne">I prefer coins to people. Coins only have two faces.</quote>
==Overview==
At each summit the Bourse selects citizens to fill most national positions through the Tally of the Votes. The Tally applies to the majority of Bourse titles that are national positions; the Imperial seats and two League national positions are elected by [[Auction of the Seats]].

Participation in the Tally of the Votes is open to all Imperial citizens who have an eligible resource.

==Schedule==
Under normal circumstances, voting opens place on Saturday morning and closes Saturday afternoon around 5pm. If circumstances force a change in timing or location, then the civil service update the [[event schedule]] published before the summit begins.

To register their vote, citizens need to find an [[Agent of the Bourse]] in the civil service Hub near the centre of the Anvil. If there is no Agent available, another civil servant may be able to assist. The Agents have records of every eligible citizen who is attending Anvil for the summit that states how many votes the citizen receives. Votes may be cast for any eligible citizen, candidates do not need to be nominated in advance.

The major Bourse seats operate to a schedule dictated by the materials produced. For example, all titles associated with the production of white granite are elected at the same summit each year

* [[Weirwood]] seats are re-elected at the Winter Solstice.
* [[Ilium]] seats and the [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] are re-elected at the Spring Equinox.
* [[White granite]] seats are re-elected at the Summer Solstice.
* [[Mithril]] seats are re-elected at the Autumn Equinox.

A list of seats to be appointed at the upcoming event can be found on the [[Recent history|recent history]] page and on notices around Anvil. Once appointed, the new seat holders are announced via the Bourse noticeboard in the Hub.

==Selection==
An Imperial citizen must be a member of the appropriate nation to hold a national Bourse seat and it must be the only Imperial title they control.

All national titles elected through the bourse are re-elected annually. If the title is elected at the normal summit each year then the chosen citizen serves for one year until the start of the equivalent summit one year later.

If an national Bourse seat becomes vacant outside the normal election cycle (due to death, resignation, or excommunication of the title holder) then the seat is elected at the following summit. In this case, the winning citizen will only serve for the remaining term. The title becomes vacant again at the normal point in the election cycle.

==Voting==
<div style="float:right; width: 500px;"><box>'''Determining the votes'''<br>
Voting for a national bourse position depends on ownership of a specific [[Resource#Personal_Resource|personal resource]]. A personal resource provides 10 votes, plus an extra 2 votes for each time it has been upgraded. You receive the average of these votes for ''each season'' during the previous year that the resource was active. Only the actual rank of the resource counts in this calculation. [[Enchantment|Enchantments]], [[curse|curses]], penalties or bonuses for downtime effects and so on have no effect.

Brand new characters who have the appropriate personal resource are assumed to have had that resource for the previous year (and taken the appropriate action in the case of the Imperial Orcs and Brass Coast). Likewise, players with the resource who have missed an event similarly receive votes for events they did not attend. We've made this rule for game balance reasons - so that new characters and players unable to attend every event are not unfairly penalised.</box></div>

The Bourse appoints national positions by vote of members of that nation who hold the resources traditional for that nation. For example, a League position in the Bourse is usually elected by vote of League business owners. Each citizen who owns the right resource receives a number of votes proportional to the size of their resource which they can cast for a single candidate of their choice whenever the position is elected. To be eligible to vote the required resources are:

* [[The Brass Coast]] - [[Fleet|fleets]]<sup>(1)</sup>
* [[Dawn]] - [[Military unit]]
* [[Highguard]] - [[Congregation]]
* [[Imperial Orcs]] - [[Military unit]] [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army|supporting]] an [[Imperial army]] during the previous year.
* [[Navarr]] - [[Herb garden]]
* [[The League]] - [[Business]]
* [[The Marches]] - [[Farm]]
* [[Urizen]] - [[Mana site]]
* [[Varushka]] - [[Mine]] and [[Forest]] owners
* [[Wintermark]] - [[Military unit]]

<sup>(1)</sup> Prior to the Spring Equinox 384YE, votes in the Brass Coast were restricted to fleets engaging in [[Fleet#Privateering|privateering]] during the previous year. This [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_winds_of_fortune#Sails_of_Fire|was changed]] following a statement of principle by the Brass Coast National Assembly that gained widespread support in the nation.

==Production==
The winning bidder can collect whatever wains or rings of ilium the bourse seat produced in the period running up to the summit from the Agent of the Bourse provided they have not already been claimed.

The production associated with the Bourse seat is delivered to the title holder by an Agent of the Bourse before each subsequent summit until the last one. The title holder does not receive any production from a bourse seat on the run-up to the summit where the title is due to be re-elected - that is reserved for whoever wins the auction for the title at the summit.

==Removal==
The Bourse is explicitly protected from interference from the [[Imperial Synod]] in the [[Imperial Constitution]]. Because of this, it is not possible to revoke a Bourse seat holder to remove them from their position. They serve until the title is reelected or until they die or step down.

==Castellan of Spiral Castle==
The [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] is a Bourse Seat held by a [[Dawn|Dawnish]] citizen, appointed with the support of Dawnish [[military unit|military units]]. The Castellan has powers to order the resupply of [[Imperial armies]] stationed in [[Weirwater]]. The Seat spent many years vacant, but a new Castellan has recently been appointed following the return of Castle Spiral to the mortal world.

{{Bourse Further Reading}}

385YE Summer Solstice Conclave sessions

2023-07-20T13:36:47Z

Paulwilder: /* Precedence and the Font */

[[Category: Conclave]] [[Category: Conclave Sessions]] [[Category: 384YE Summer]]

==Precedence and the Font==
*'''The mana distributed to the grand masters following the summit was 324 mana.'''
*'''The mana remaining after distribution was 4 mana.'''
*'''The mana collected at the summit via the Principle of Precedence was 153 mana.'''
*'''The mana available in the font for this summit is 157 mana.'''
The members of each order in attendance at the end of the previous summit determine precedence for the following summit according to the [[Principle of Precedence]].There was 324 mana in the font after the final Conclave session This was distributed to the grand masters of the Conclave according to the Principle of Proportions as per the table below.

This left 4 mana, which is added to the 153 mana income from the Principle of Proportions at this summit to form the font for the next summit.
<table class="wikitable mw-collapsible sortable"><tr><th>Order</th><th>Precedence</th><th>Members</th><th>Mana</th><th>Ilium</th></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Rod and Shield</td><td>1</td><td>84</td><td>57</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind</td><td>2</td><td>78</td><td>53</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern</td><td>3</td><td>72</td><td>49</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path</td><td>4</td><td>69</td><td>47</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid</td><td>5</td><td>64</td><td>43</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice</td><td>6</td><td>56</td><td>38</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Celestial Arch</td><td>7</td><td>49</td><td>33</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table>

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==Friday Session==

==Saturday Session==

Traders

2023-07-06T17:17:31Z

Paulwilder: /* Leather Accessories (including Shoes) */

==Guidelines for Traders==
Due to the popularity of the event, we regret that at present we are unable to accept any new requests to trade at Empire events.

All traders who attend our events are required to comply with our [[trader guidelines]].

==Costume==
* [http://www.cloakedanddaggered.com Cloak’d and Dagger’d] Historical costume for adults and children, including hats.
* [https://www.craeftigan.com/ Craeftigan] For the finer things in LaRP.
* [http://historicenterprises.com Historic Enterprises] General costume company (U.S. site).
* [http://www.jollydicey.co.uk/Home Jolly Dicey] - costumiers to the discerning.
* [http://www.medievaldesign.com/eng-prodotti.asp Medieval Design] Historic costume.
* [https://www.facebook.com/PurpleZebraCostumes?notif_t=fbpage_fan_invite Purple Zebra Costume] Bespoke costume by Empire specialists.
* [http://www.revivalclothing.com/ Revival Clothing] Medieval clothing for adults and children, including hats, boots and shoes (U.S. site).
* [http://www.facebook.com/whitestarclothing/ White Star] specialise in historical costume and bespoke clothing at reasonable prices.
* [https://www.goldenmochi.co.uk/ GoldenMochi Costumes and Designs] Makes elaborate and hard wearing couture clothing specifically to survive the British weather without losing beauty and style.

==LRP Weapon Manufacturers==
* [http://www.eldritch.com/ Eldritch] LRP weapons, armour and props.
* [https://www.facebook.com/LightArmouries Light Armouries] LRP weapons.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Offa-Studio-Andy-Rimmer-367188530020303/ Offa Studio] Bespoke LRP weaponry, props, masks and creature costumes. Also illustration and design work undertaken.
* [https://www.facebook.com/Saxon-Violence-LRP-100898756647377/ Saxon Violence] creators of historically inspired LARP weaponry.
* [https://www.facebook.com/SkianMhor/ Skian Mhor] LRP weapons, masks, prosthetics and props. Suppliers of raw materials.

==Armour==
===Metal Specialists===
* [http://www.armchair-armoury.co.uk/ Armchair Armoury] Metal armour and raw materials.
* [https://www.facebook.com/ArmourServices Armour Services Historical] Historical plate and brigandine.
* [http://www.capapie.co.uk/ Cap-a-pie] Maille, plate and padding specialists.
* [http://www.theringlord.com/ The Ring Lord] Maille, rings and raw materials.
* [http://www.whiteroseapparel.com/ White Rose Apparel] Metal plate, brigandine and leather armour.

===Leather Specialists===
* [http://battle-ready.com/home/ Battle Ready] Male & female armour.
* [http://www.darkbladeuk.co.uk/ Darkblade] Complete LRP supplies from armour and weapons to leatherwork and accessories.
* [https://www.facebook.com/UmbraArmoury/?ref=bookmarks Umbra Armoury] Tooled leatherwork as well as props and weapons

===Polyurethane & Alternative Materials===
* [http://www.nortonarmouries.com/ Norton Armouries] Highly detailed hybrid-poly armour.

==Prosthetics and Masks==
* [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dogbane-SFX-Larp/384699054944351 Dogbane SFX Larp]
* [http://mandalastudios.co.uk/ Mandala Studios]
* [https://www.facebook.com/Offa-Studio-Andy-Rimmer-367188530020303/ Offa Studio] Bespoke LRP weaponry, props, masks and creature costumes. Also illustration and design work undertaken.
* [http://www.skianmhor.co.uk/ Skian Mhor] LRP weapons, masks, prosthetics and props. Also supply all relevant raw materials

==General Online Shops==
* [http://armstreet.com/ Armstreet] Chemises and undershirts (doublets not really suitable for Empire).
* [http://www.bytheswordinc.com/default.aspx By the Sword] Armour and clothing, including replica costumes from the TV series The Borgias.
* [http://www.chowsemporium.co.uk/ Chow’s Emporium] Best supplier for LARP Costumes and Accessories at reasonable price.
* [http://www.dein-larp-shop.de/de/ Dein LARP Store] has a large range of appropriate dresses, trousers and tunics. Note their page has a translate button and they ship to UK.
* [http://www.getdressedforbattle.co.uk/ Get Dressed For Battle] General armour, costume and accessories.
* [http://gemstradingco.co.uk/ Gems Trading] Quality custom tailor made costumes and armour.
* [http://www.havingalarp.com/ Having a Larp] Everything you need for Larp and some things you just want.
* [https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LARPARROWSUK/ In Your Dream FX]
* [http://www.theknightshop.co.uk/ The Knight Shop] Historical costume, armour and general LRP weapons and accessories.
* [http://www.larpinn.co.uk/ LARP Inn] General costumes, weapons, armour and prosthetics.
* [http://www.matuls.pl/index.php?IDP=1&Lng=en Matuls] Clothing, armour tents and camp accessories from Poland (English language website).
* [http://www.mysticum.de/ Mysticum De] German LRP shop whose products include great LRP footwear with rubber soles.
* [https://www.mytholon.com/index.php?language=en&osCsid=c3d32892e5cffd1811fba68f300c2ab5 Mytholon] General costumes, weapons, armour and prosthetics.
* [http://www.sew-mill.com Sew-mill] Medieval clothing, tents, furniture and accessories.
* [http://www.steel-guild.com.ua/index.php?route=common/home StahlGilde] General armour, costume, leatherwork and accessories.
* [http://www.velvet-glove.co.uk/index.php Velvet Glove] General costume, accessories and make-up supplies.

==Miscellaneous Items==

===Jewellery===
* [http://www.craftycelts.com Crafty Celts] - Torcs, jewellery, buckles and belts (U.S.site).
* [http://www.facebook.com/DayByDayJewellery Day by Day Jewellery] Beautiful jewellery including commissions.
* [https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CorvoLARPjewellery?ref=profile_header Corvo Larp Jewellery] Handmade jewellery

===Leather Accessories (including Shoes)===
* [http://www.philfraser.com/index.htm Phil Fraser]
* [http://www.re-enactment-shoes.co.uk/ Re-enactment shoes ]
* [http://www.historische-schuhe.de/epages/61580448.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectID=102641CP-Schule Historic Shoes] German company (English language website)
* [http://ravenswoodleather.com/index.php?p=home Ravenswood Leather Items] America site. Non-historical leather items.
* [https://m.facebook.com/groups/144021344780/?ref=share McSkelly Leathers] Producers of top quality bespoke works

===Pewter and Cast Goods===
* [https://www.bespokepewter.com Bespoke Pewter] Empire Specific and general medieval pewter badges and dress accessories.
* [http://www.lionheartreplicas.co.uk/ Lionheart Replicas] Pewter goods.
* [http://www.pewterreplicas.co.uk/ Pewter Replicas] Pewter badges, household items and livery collars.

===Tents and Camping Accessories===
* [http://www.smoke-fire.com/ Smoke and Fire] American company.
* [http://www.medieval-market.com/ Medieval Market] German company (English language website) – Clothing, furniture, and other items.

===Wooden items===
* [http://www.hampshirechestnut.co.uk Hampshire Chestnut] Wood and wooden furniture

[[Category:Traders]]

385YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2023-07-03T15:51:07Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Astolat|Senator for Astolat]] - Bohemond De Rondell
* [[Bregasland|Senator for Bregasland]] - Lizzie Stamp of Bildewold
* [[Holberg|Senator for Holberg]] - Kaspar Yakovich von Holberg
* [[Karsk|Senator for Karsk]] - Yegor
* [[Mournwold|Senator for Mournwold]] - Willum of Goatsbridge
* [[Reikos|Senator for Reikos]] - Cyrus, of Ebon's Hall
* [[Segura|Senator for Segura]] - Diego i Del Toro i Erigo
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Amicia of the Semmerlak

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Shad
* [[Ambassador to Faraden]] - Erasmo di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] - Fania Vessely-Vanek
* [[Ambassador to the Commonwealth]] - Lucia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] - Accalon
* [[Imperial Spymaster]] - Bernard Dugdale
* [[Navarr_military_concerns#Isaella.27s_Dance|General of Isaella's Dance]] - Ioan Longshadow
* [[Bloodcloaks|General of the Bloodcloaks]] - Lofyn Blood-cloak
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Archavion Wolfborne
* [[Iron Helms|General of the Iron Helms]] - Alderei the Fair
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Farenthar Shattersong
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Stanley Of Chalkdown
* [[Valiant Pegasus|General of the Valiant Pegasus]] - Achseh
* [[Magic Butcher|Butcher of the Meat and Mana Market of Temeschwar]] - Valentino Fontana di Sarvos
* [[Chatelaine of the Reapers%27 Repose|Chatelaine of the Reapers' Repose]] - Amalie
* [[Custodian of the Kennels]] - Hildegarde
* [[Dauntless Warrior]] - Skywise Karrak
* [[Fallsheart Guardian]] - Xenshia Dunning
* [[Gatekeeper of Falling Snow]] - Leofric Dunnsson
* [[Keeper of the Breadbasket]] - Thaddeus
* [[Keeper of the Happiston Fields]] - Tilly of Chalkdown
* [[Mayor of Caricomare]] - Grimandi Vascello di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Sarvos Mana Exchange]] - Marsilio Cellini Crivelli di Sarvos
* [[Storm Shaman]] - Redhand Ikis

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Jared (363 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Ambition]] - Viviane de Coeurdefer (168 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Vigilance]] - Gaelen Embercast
* [[Cardinal of Wisdom]] - Aspar (152 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Loyalty]] - Galeas du Maurisol (71 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Pride]] - Olyvar (184 votes)
* [[Auditor of Senatorial Accountability]] - Pickers Blackleaf
* [[Guardian of Britta's Memorial]] - Neala Blackhawk (78 votes)
* [[High Bard of the Empire]] - Protectorate Rile (6 votes)
* [[Voice of the Twin Roses]] - Lady Ailsa Tamerlaine (29 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hugh Farrier (168 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Courage]] - Thanmir Hrafnar
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Vigilance]] - Irada Von Temeschwar
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Wisdom]] - Clytemnestra of the House of the Wanderer
* [[Imperial Chaplain Consular]] - Lady Laudine of House duLac

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Imperial Fleet Master]] - Rahmah i Darwisj i Erigo

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Golden Pyramid|Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Sevenfold Path|Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa di Tassato

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Archmage of Winter]] - Ematius of the Great Library of Ankarien
* [[Bursar of the Conclave]] - Brynn Vision Enduring
* [[Witness of Conclave]] - Bryn Netherwatch
* [[Custodian of the Lost|Custodian of the Lost]] - Anthemius

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] - Tristan Ramson von Holberg (51 thrones)
* [[Regario Dossier]] - Rodrigo Barossa de Tassato Regario (72 thrones)
* [[Syrene's Wisdom]] - Adon i Martan i Erigo (160 thrones)
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Elian i Carilla i Guerra (16 mana crystals)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Bertrand (17 thrones)
* [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] - Aelthrik Dunning (17 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Claus Friedrich von Holberg (16 thrones)
* [[Seer of the Spiral Sword]] - Tisserande Griffinsbain (140 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Cerevado Nets]] - Garviel i Abrira i Erigo (243 votes)
* [[Gift of the Dwindling Star]] - Fretek Sargava Slavomiryn (111 votes)
* [[Steel Fist]] - Arora (81 votes)
* [[Bonesetter of Torfast Trading Post]] - Ringforge Kerath (81 votes)
* [[Bursar of the House of Spirits]] - Rinnah (92 votes)
* [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] - Vladimir Vladirovich Reznikov (159 votes)
* [[Custodian of the Assayer's Guild]] - Marcus Von Temeschwar (152 votes)
* [[Marracossa Sendito]] - Karg i Estrico i Erigo (297 votes)
* [[Merchant Boyar of the Bittershore]] - Kostjya (272 votes)
* [[Preceptor of the Skarsind College of Warcasting]] - Rakk (81 votes)
* [[Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks|Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks]] - Spyridonakes of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros (177 votes)
* [[Steward of the Mines of Gulhule]] - Irontide Flax (71 votes)
* [[Talon of Kauppahall|Talon of Kauppahall]] - Vauraus Korppitkotka (259 votes)
* [[Vizier of the Incarnadine Satchel]] - Jacina i Alferoz i Erigo (231 votes)

==Other==
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Spring]] - Lord Illantris Wolfborne the Blue Cake Knight

[[Category:Elections]]
[[Category:Recent History]]
[[Category:385YE]]

Declaration

2023-07-02T18:05:40Z

Paulwilder: /* Raising a declaration */

[[Category:Conclave]]
{{CaptionedImage|file=GracediTassato.jpg|title=Grace Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato of the Gilded Horn carta appears sceptical.|caption=Declarations are the political tools - or weapons - of the Conclave.|align=left|width=300}}
==Overview==
The Conclave has a number of powers to enable them to fulfil their constitutional role to support the proper use of magic by the Empire. These powers are grouped together as the Declarations of the Conclave. Declarations are used by the Conclave to determine policy and to appoint citizens to the Imperial titles appointed by the Conclave. They always require a vote by the assembled Imperial magicians to pass.

A declaration are generally a short sentence beginning "''The Imperial conclave declares ...''" and then a single specific thing such as "''...that there should be an election for the position of Archmage of Winter''" or "''...that Sadogua should be considered an enemy of the Empire.''"

==Raising a declaration==
* '''The occupant of any Imperial title that has the power to submit a declaration will receive a writ from the civil service each time they attend Anvil'''
* '''The grandmaster of each Conclave order will receive two writs, one for each session of the Conclave'''
* '''The writ must be completed and handed to the office of the Prefect of the Conclave at least one hour before the next session begins'''

Any citizen who is submitting a declaration for the approval of the Conclave must provide the Civil Service with a formal copy of the declaration with the precise wording to be voted on. The Civil Service will provide writs before the summit begins to each citizen who is able to submit a declaration. Citizens who hold an appropriate Imperial title will receive one writ for their declaration - grandmasters will receive two writs, one for each session of the Conclave. A writ remains valid, regardless of any changes in that citizens imperial title during the summit. If a writ is lost or stolen, a replacement can be obtained from the Civil Service, but otherwise it should be completed and handed to the office of the [[Prefect of the Conclave]].

The specific wording of the declaration must be explicit on the writ when it is presented for inclusion on the [[Conclave_session#Setting_the_Agenda|agenda]] for the next [[Conclave session]]. The civil servant records the name of the person raising the declaration and the specifics of what that declaration is about. For example "''Xavier i Guerra raises a Declaration of Sorcery against Pieter Vanderhooven''" or "''Lebannon of Haros Water raises a Declaration of Candidacy for the title of Archmage of Winter''".
<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;"><quote by="Little Robert of Pickering">It doesn't matter what's been discussed here or what you meant to write my Lord Earl, what your Declaration of Concord actually says is that "This Conclave believes that Imperial citizens should support heralds of ''A'''gr'''amant'' where they can." You bloody pillock.</quote></div>
This agenda is publicly displayed at the hub so that anyone can review it at any time. The only exception is where a grandmaster invokes their order's [[Grandmaster#Veil_of_Night|Veil of Night]]. If this happens, the exact wording of the declaration must still be provided to the Civil Service but is not made public. It is recorded as ''"The Grandmaster of (Order) raises a declaration under the Veil of Night''". The agenda is closed one hour before the session is scheduled to begin, no declarations will be accepted for that session after this point.

Each declaration has necessary details that must be provided, and in all cases the precise wording of the declaration is used in the Conclave session. While magicians may discuss anything in relation to the declaration to decide the matter, only the official wording of the declaration are recorded, only the wording as written has any effect beyond what was said in Conclave at the time.

==Presentation==
* '''Most declarations are raised in the order they were submitted'''
* '''The Prefect will read out the recorded details of the declaration and invite the submitter to speak if they wish'''
* '''The proposer may speak for as long as they please, but must pay for each minute they speak, following the Principle of Proportions'''

There are [[Conclave_session#Order_of_Business|arcane rules that can change the agenda]] but most declarations are raised in the order they were submitted. To begin the debate, the Prefect of the Conclave will read out the recorded details, naming the citizen proposing it followed by the type of declaration and then the precise wording supplied. They will then invite the named citizen to speak in support of their declaration if they wish.

If the proposer wishes to address the Conclave on their declaration then they must spend mana according to the [[Imperial Conclave#Principle of Proportions|Principle of Proportions]]. They must provide one mana crystal for the first minute, two additional mana for the second minute they talk, three additional mana for the third minute and so on.

Under normal circumstances, only the citizen who proposes the declaration may present it to Conclave. A declaration submitted by an Imperial title may be presented by the citizen holding the title or their legal proxy. A declaration submitted by a Conclave order can only be presented by the citizen who submitted it. A grandmaster who submits their own declaration is doing so as a member of their order, they cannot have a proxy present the declaration on their behalf.

==The Debate==
* '''A formal debate begins after the presentation is complete'''
* '''The debate takes place over a series of rounds - each grandmaster can nominate one citizen to speak in each round'''
* '''Anyone nominated to speak can allow the proposer to use some or all of their allotted time to respond to comments or questions'''

After the presented is complete, the Prefect will give the orders a minute to discuss the matter among themselves before the [[Conclave_session#Debating_a_Declaration|formal debate of the declaration]] begins. This debate takes place over a series of rounds with grandmasters (and the Throne if present) taking turns to nominate a citizen to speak. A grandmaster may nominate the proposer to speak on their turn if they wish.

Citizens who are nominated to speak may not invite others to speak on their behalf, but they may use any part of their time to grant the individual who presented the declaration a chance to respond.

==Resolution==
* '''The vote takes place after the formal debate is complete'''
* '''Each magician present may abstain or cast a vote in support or against the declaration'''
* '''If the majority of votes cast are in favour then the declaration passes, otherwise it fails'''

After the debate is complete, every Imperial magician present may vote in favour or against, or may choose to abstain. If more magicians vote in favour than vote against, the declaration is carried. In the case of a tie, the declaration is considered to have failed.

The civil servants supporting the meeting may choose to count votes on a general aye or nay where the outcome is very clear. If voting is required, magicians normally vote by raising their hands and are counted out by order with civil servants verifying any counts and adding on any independents.

When a declaration is carried, the effects of that declaration come into effect at the ''end'' of the Conclave session. For example, if an [[archmage]] loses their title due to a [[Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]] they legally lose their powers and must surrender their regalia only at the end of the session.

==Withdrawal==
* '''A declaration may be withdrawn at any time'''
The citizen who submitted a declaration may withdraw it at any time. If a declaration is withdrawn before a session begins then the citizen may submit a new declaration in its place. The civil service will endeavour to provide the citizen with a replacement writ to enable them to submit a new declaration where possible.

If a declaration is withdrawn after a session begins then the right to submit a declaration that summit is lost.

==Constitutional Limits==
* '''The number of Imperial titles that can submit a declaration is strictly limited to ensure that Conclave does not run too long'''
* '''Only one Imperial title can be given the power to raise a specific type of declaration'''

Because the Imperial Conclave permits any magician of the Empire to take part, a [[Conclave session]] can take a long time to complete. One of the few things that restricts the potential duration of Conclave is the number of declarations that can be submitted. Each order can submit one declaration per session, but in theory the Imperial Senate could create any number of new Imperial titles that have the power to submit declarations. Doing so would make Conclave sessions unacceptably long and this would violate the Constitutional requirement that the Conclave ''"accord a voice to those citizens who demonstrate command of magic"''.

As a result the number of Conclave orders is limited to seven (there could be less than this if the Senate chose to dissolve an order). Crucially the number of Imperial titles that can submit a declaration for the consideration of the Conclave is strictly limited. Under guidance issued by the Constitutional Court, an Imperial title can only ever be given the power to raise a single declaration each summit, only of a specific type, and only if no other Imperial title can submit a declaration of that type. Thus the Senate could create a new Imperial title and give it the power to raise a single Declaration of Sorcery, since no other existing title has the power to raise that declaration. But they could not create a title that could raise a Declaration of Endowment, since the existing Burser of the Conclave has that responsibility already. Any change to Imperial law that broke these rules is likely to fail scrutiny.

The archmages are a special exception to this rule, since they share a common power to raise a Declaration of Alignment. However, their powers remain practically distinct since they can only submit the Declaration for eternals of their realm.

==List of Declarations==
{|
| '''Declaration''' || '''Effect''' || '''Imperial Title'''
|-
| [[Alignment]] || Defines the relationship between an eternal and the Empire. || [[Archmage]]
|-
| [[Candidacy]] || Propose someone to hold an [[Imperial title]] || [[The Throne]]
|-
| [[Concord]] || Propose statement of belief, intent, or support by the Conclave || [[Imperial Magus]]
|-
| [[Dissemination]] || Propose that knowledge of a ritual be shared with someone || None
|-
| [[Endorsement]] || Propose that an act of magic is in the interests of the Empire || None
|-
| [[Endowment]] || Propose that someone receive something owned by the Conclave || [[Bursar of the Conclave]]
|-
| [[Imperial lore]] || Propose that a ritual text be added to the body of Imperial lore || [[Dean of the Lyceum]]
|-
| [[Interdiction]] || Propose that a magical practice be proscribed within the Empire || [[Imperial Censor]]
|-
| [[Sorcery]] || Propose that someone is a sorcerer, or reconciled with the Conclave || None
|}
{{Conclave further reading}}

Conclave order

2023-07-02T15:29:30Z

Paulwilder: /* Challenging the Grandmaster */

[[Category:Conclave]][[Category:Conclave order]]
<quote by="Lebannon of Haros Water">The surest way to corrupt a youth is to instruct her to hold in higher esteem those who think alike than those who think differently.</quote>
==Overview==
The orders are political bodies with clear philosophies about how magic should be used. They are made up of like-minded individuals and exist to bring together magicians who share a common vision for how magic should be used in the Empire. There is no requirement for a magician to join an order, and many magicians involve themselves in the discussions of multiple orders.

Any individual present who is not a member of an order can only play a limited role in Conclave business. They can participate in all votes but can only speak during debates if they have the support of a [[grandmaster]].

Each order also controls their own [[Conclave vault]]. The vault contains mana crystals and materials that are distributed by the Conclave to the order for their use. As the property of the order, responsibility for their distribution lies with the grandmaster of the order.

==Joining an Order==
* '''Any Imperial magician may join an order at any time using the Arcane Mark ritual'''
* '''Magicians may use the ritual to change order at any time'''
* '''Characters with the magician skill can choose an order to start in without paying any mana cost to join'''
Any Imperial magician may join any order. To become a member requires the use of a simple [[Arcane Mark|magic ritual]]. Several civil servants associated with the Conclave have mastered this ritual and can perform it on an Imperial citizen at no additional cost beyond the crystal mana required. The ritual places an invisible mark on the target which can be revealed with [[detect magic]] and several rituals.

Citizens may change order at any time, but a magician who changes order cannot vote in the election for a new grandmaster, if they were a member of another order when that order voted for a grandmaster in the last year. In effect you cannot participate in the election for a new grandmaster if you were previously ''eligible'' to vote when a grandmaster was elected at any of the previous three summits. Attempting to influence the election of a grandmaster without due authority is electoral fraud and can carry harsh penalties.

During character creation, a character with the [[Magical skills#Magician|magician]] skill can join an order without needing to expend any crystal mana. A character who chooses not to take this option will need to join an order in play at the usual cost.
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==Powers of membership in an order==
===Electing a Grandmaster===
* '''Every member of the order receives a single vote when electing a grandmaster'''
* '''Only members of a Conclave order may stand to be grandmaster'''

Each member of an order can cast one vote during elections to determine who the [[grandmaster]] of the order will be. The grandmaster must be a member of the order to be eligible to stand.

===Establishing Precedence===
* '''Orders receive precedence to speak and access to Conclave resources based on the size of their order'''

The number of members of an order attending Anvil determines [[Imperial_Conclave#Principle_of_Precedence|precedence]]. The precedence of an order determines when they speak during a Conclave session, and what share of the Conclave resources they receive. Only members of the order who bear the order's Arcane Mark count for precedence. Precedence is determined by the Civil Service by performing a census of the [[Arcane Mark|arcane mark]] possessed by each magician attending the summit shortly before it begins.

===Right of Challenge===
* '''Members of an order may challenge another magician to confirm membership'''
Claiming to be in an order one is not a member of is considered electoral fraud. Any member of an order may request that another member prove their membership in the presence of a magistrate; in this case the onus is always on the challenger to examine the target's Arcane Mark using the detect magic spell. If the outcome is disputed then the [[Prefect of the Conclave]] will repeat the spell.

===Challenging the Grandmaster===
* '''Any member of an order may call for a vote to replace their grandmaster at any time'''
* '''Members of the order can register their support for or opposition to the grandmaster in the Hub at any time while the vote is running'''
* '''The vote ends immediately if more than half of the members vote in support or against the grandmaster, otherwise the vote fails'''
At any time during the summit, a member of an order may challenge the grandmaster to try to remove them from their position. To do so, they must request a vote of no confidence with the [[Prefect of the Conclave]] (usually found in the Hub). An announcement of the challenge will be publicly displayed in the Hub and regularly updated with votes for and against the current grandmaster, as well as the current size of the order.

The challenge continues until the end of the summit (in which case it has failed) or until a majority of the order present at the summit cast either a vote of no confidence or a vote in support of the current grandmaster. The threshold for a successful challenge is set by the precedence determined before the summit. A grandmaster can only be challenged once during each summit. A magician may change their vote at any time by informing the Prefect, however the vote ends immediately if the threshold of votes in support or against the incumbent is reached.

If the challenge is successful, it is announced at the start of the next [[Conclave session]] and at that moment the grandmaster loses their title. The order has no grandmaster during this session of the Conclave. An election for a new grandmaster occurs immediately afterwards, following all the normal rules for the appointment of a grandmaster.

As with other elections, it is not legal to vote against a grandmaster if you were [[Imperial elections#Eligibility to Vote|eligible]] to vote in a different order's grandmaster election within the last year.

==Existing orders==
In the modern era, the following Orders are legally recognised as part of the Conclave:

* '''The Celestial Arch:''' The [[Celestial Arch]] maintain that the skill and knowledge required to master magic mean that magicians are naturally better leaders and statesmen. They champion the cause of magicians and magic in choosing the Empire's course.

* '''The Golden Pyramid:''' The manifesto of the [[Golden Pyramid]] centres on the role of magic in generating wealth across the Empire. This Order also champions the causes of [[Crafting skills#Artisan|artisans]], and the right of all magicians not to be treated as servants or slaves.

* '''The Rod and Shield:''' The most martial of the orders, the manifesto of the [[Rod and Shield]] centres on the role of magic in defending the Empire and expanding its borders. The Rod and Shield is a popular order with battlemages and healers.

* '''The Sevenfold Path:''' The [[Sevenfold Path]] manifesto centres on the belief that magic serves the Empire best when it is used virtuously, and that the virtuous should not fear magic. It often serves as a bridge between the Conclave and the [[Imperial Synod]].

* '''The Shuttered Lantern:''' The [[Shuttered Lantern]] focuses on the protection of the Empire and the accumulation of knowledge about allies and enemies alike. They are known to favour scrying, espionage and other subtle uses of magic.

* '''The Unfettered Mind:''' The [[Unfettered Mind]] believe that the study and use of magic are ends in their own right. They work to expand the Empire's arcane knowledge and power, and oppose measures to curtail or constrain Imperial magic.

* '''The Silver Chalice:''' The [[Silver Chalice]] focuses on the health and wellbeing of the Empire and its citizens, wielding magic that nurtures life, mends what is broken, and brings what is torn apart back together. They are the newest Conclave order, formed officially during the Autumn Equinox 381YE.

==Creation and Dissolution of an Order==
* '''The Empire can dissolve existing orders or create new ones with a constitutional vote of the Senate'''
* '''Senate is permitted to authorise the existence of up to seven distinct Conclave orders at any one time'''
Conclave is limited to a maximum of seven distinct Orders at any one time. According to legend, this limit exists to ensure nobody ever tries to create one order for each realm of magic, a proposal the founders of the Conclave firmly rejected. Provided this limit is observed, existing orders can be dissolved and new ones created by a constitutional [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Conclave_Orders|vote of the Senate]].

A newly created order must have a clear statement as to its purpose and attitudes to magic, and a symbol, similar to those possessed by existing orders, that is used with the [[Arcane Mark]] ritual. When an order is dissolved, the contents of its vault are redistributed among the remaining orders.
{{Conclave further reading}}

385YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2023-06-04T17:18:45Z

Paulwilder:

385YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2023-06-04T17:05:17Z

Paulwilder:

384YE Winter Solstice Imperial elections

2023-05-22T17:33:54Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Astolat|Senator for Astolat]] - Cecilia De Gauvain
* [[Hercynia|Senator for Hercynia]] - Rhisiart Dancewalker
* [[Hercynia|Senator for Hercynia]] - Gelert Ashborn
* [[Kallavesa|Senator for Kallavesa]] - Rane Shardbearer
* [[Madruga|Senator for Madruga]] - Chiara Zayden Riqueza
* [[Miekarova|Senator for Miekarova]] - Talvikaarne, The Winter Guest
* [[Necropolis|Senator for Necropolis]] - Eli of the Cenotaph
* [[Ossium|Senator for Ossium]] - Vesna (Sparrow) Borkovna
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Bloodcrow Rasp
* [[Temeschwar|Senator for Temeschwar]] - Giuseppe Sanguineo von Temeschwar
* [[Zenith|Senator for Zenith]] - Cadeus

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Ambassador to Axos]] - Fintan Nighthaven
* [[Ambassador to Jarm]] - Ariadne
* [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] - Abel
* [[Ambassador to the Iron Confederacy]] - Cedric Gallows
* [[Burning Falcon|General of the Burning Falcon]] - Aracelis I Erigo
* [[Golden Axe|General of the Golden Axe]] - Belakov Zakharovich Prochnost
* [[Green Shield|General of the Green Shield]] - Iron Osric
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Archavion Wolfborne
* [[Hounds of Glory|General of the Hounds of Glory]] - Tancred de Coeurdefer
* [[Strong Reeds|General of the Strong Reeds]] - Amberlain P. Black
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Styx
* [[Towerjacks|General of the Towerjacks]] - Natalia 'The Falcon' Barossa
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Alfred Dunholt
* [[Winter Sun|General of the Winter Sun]] - Skywise Rykana
* [[Apothecary of Orieb|Apothecary of Orieb]] - Nikolai Desovich Patazca
* [[Cabalist of the Hollow Stone|Cabalist of the Hollow Stone]] - Lutobor (Lut) Branislavovich Glinka
* [[Chatelaine of the Reapers%27 Repose|Chatelaine of the Reapers' Repose]] - siciro
* [[Curator of the Twilight Demesne]] - Ringforge Merdev
* [[Custodian of the Bloody Great Sausage]] - Sergio Salvatore
* [[Eastern Broker]] - Eleri Bronwen's Rest
* [[Grieftender of the Forgotten|Grieftender of the Forgotten]] - Velko Perunovich Razoradze
* [[Grimnir of Wittal Grove]] - Branwynn Rynne
* [[Hearthtender of the Unbroken]] - Sindri
* [[High Herbalist of Sybella]] - Melkior of Balthazar’s Vineyard
* [[Keeper of Aurelie's Garden]] - Aesha caim
* [[Keeper of Berislav's Rest]] - Ostrik Vulpe
* [[Keeper of the Bonehives|Keeper of the Bone Hives]] - Druhain Olodniky
* [[Master of Defence of the Scholars of the Sword Academy|Master of Defence of the Scholars of the Sword Academy]] - Professor Bartolomau Vinnemakker von Holberg
* [[Master of Sarcombe Metal Market]] - Aidan Weller
* [[Merchant_Prince_of_Misericorde_Market|Merchant Prince of Misericorde Market]] - Jonah Yakovitch
* [[Merchant-Boyar of the Stinking Market|Merchant-boyar of the Stinking Market]] - Krasivit Buhkova
* [[Polemarch of Highwatch|Polemarch of Highwatch]] - Leo
* [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] - Tulva
* [[Tender of the Blood Orchard|Tender of the Blood Orchard]] - Cees Van Holberg

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Prosperity]] - Darian Numbers (253 votes)
* [[Cardinal of the Way]] - Hywel Summer Crow (86 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Courage]] - Maarit Suvidottir (192 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Wisdom]] - Silas of the Cenotaph (74 votes)
* [[Basilisk of the Bourse]] - Heilyn Bronwens Rest (5 votes)
* [[High Exorcist]] - Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra (5 votes)
* [[Hand of Guerra]] - Ahshen i Fiel i Guerra
* [[Keeper of the Orchard]] - Tom Appleseed
* [[Prelate of the Little Mother]] - Cesare Enzo Di Trivento (142 votes)
* [[Speaker of the Highborn Assembly]] - Isaac of the Silent Tide (261 votes)
* [[Voice of Barbs|Voice of the House of Barbs]] - Teleri (142 votes)
* [[Champion of Loyalty]] - Dagon (125 votes)
* [[Champion of Pride]] - Kali (86 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Conscience of the Senate]] - Aurelio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Prosperity]] - Ivana Petara Vodjavic
* [[Curator of the Printer's Guild Museum]] - Fabio Costas de Sarvos

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Celestial Arch|Grandmaster of the Order of the Celestial Arch]] - Ashborn Trosk
* [[Rod and Shield|Grandmaster of the Order of the Rod and Shield]] - Sakari Nightscale

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Warmage]] - Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Overseer_of_the_Gloaming_Road|Overseer of the Gloaming Road]] - Khalil i Carno i Guerra (5 rings)
* [[Canterspire Circle]] - Issachar (396 thrones)
* [[Golden Trees of Seren]] - Misha Kemi (550 thrones)
* [[Great Forest at Reikos]] - Kapik (495 thrones)
* [[Heartwood of the Great Vale]] - Landon von Holfried (490 thrones)
* [[Hunt of Alderei the Fair]] - Borz nikoli strazkovitch (575 thrones)
* [[Weirwater Vales]] - Vivane Knotes (416 thrones)
* [[Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration|Arbiter of the Rogue Declaration]] - Rillian De Gauvain (20 mana crystals)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Bakar i Riqueza (25 thrones)
* [[Prime Factor of the Pallas Docks]] - Damiàn i Martàn i Erigo (5 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Bernhard Kleist von Ennerlund (22 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Thimble]] - Nemae Splitroot (297 votes)
* [[Bailiff of the Grand Market]] - Sebastian Shaw (187 votes)
* [[Broker of the Invisible Cord]] - Rhys Nighthaven (241 votes)
* [[Chair of the Wolf]] - Elsha Bertolf (364 votes)
* [[Four Seasons' Boneweaver]] - Dayus (20 votes)
* [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] - Triska Markova (103 votes)
* [[Northbound Trademaster]] - Antonio Benedito Altassato (247 votes)
* [[Overseer of the Westward Road]] - Borys Vardovich Straskovich (153 votes)
* [[Preceptor of the Skarsind College of Warcasting]] - RAKK (20 votes)
* [[Reeve of Boar's Market]] - Guy Grimbold the Elder (287 votes)
* [[Steward of Good Leaf Gardens]] - Coal Carefoot (334 votes)
* [[Warden_of_the_Trees_and_Hills|Warden of the Trees and Hills]] - Zakhar “Crow” Strascovich (114 votes)

==Other==
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Winter]] - Aranel Mortere

==Civil Service Appointment==
* [[Prefect of the Conclave|Prefect of the Conclave]] - Aitana i Riqueza

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384YE Autumn Equinox Imperial elections

2023-05-22T17:32:47Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Casinea|Senator for Casinea]] - Solomon
* [[Hahnmark|Senator for Hahnmark]] - Hengest Dun
* [[Kahraman|Senator for Kahraman]] - Delara i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Morrow|Senator for Morrow]] - Juliana
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Zadkiel de Coeurdefer
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Bloodcrow Rasp
* [[Tassato|Senator for Tassato]] - Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Therunin|Senator for Therunin]] - Travid Longest Path
* [[Upwold|Senator for Upwold]] - Matilda Reaper
* [[Volodmartz|Senator for Volodmartz]] - Desilav Sergeyevich Jesen
* [[Zenith|Senator for Zenith]] - Cadeus

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Stormcrow Skred
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Atla
* [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] - Thalia
* [[Imperial Administrator|Imperial Administrator]] - Bridget Talbot
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Ciaphas 'Black Jack' Dekar
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Fire of the South|General of the Fire of the South]] - Velasco i Paloma i Guerra
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Brennos Brackensong
* [[Seventh Wave|General of the Seventh Wave]] - Barachel of Adina's Charge
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Irontide Wessek
* [[Wolves of War|General of the Wolves of War]] - Jean Di Sarvos
* [[Bailiff of the Downs]] - Hob Cullach
* [[Blackroot Broker]] - Twyll Eternal
* [[Captain of the Senate Guard]] - Arthur Bannerman aka Bam Bam
* [[Keeper of the Sapphire Stair]] - Raphael Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Raven Seer]] - Odelia Nelda
* [[Spider's Tollkeep]] - Marguerita Serafini di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Nabarr|Steward of the Nabarr]] - Radic Splinter-Spear
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Tonraq Aguta Iluak

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Loyalty]] - Veikko Bondforger (178 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Pride]] - Harwyn Eternal (311 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Ambition]] - Lenarius Ankarien (62 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Vigilance]] - Sam Wych-Elm (56 votes)
* [[Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk|Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk]] - Enoch (368 votes)
* [[Crimson Sutannir|Crimson Sutannir]] - Ahraz i Guerra (126 votes)
* [[Guardian of the Maze of Zoria]] - Illya Nikovitch Volkov (106 votes)
* [[Knight of the Greenwood|Knight of the Greenwood]] - Yvaine Vexille (154 votes)
* [[Reeve of Greenforest Fair|Reeve of Greenforest Fair]] - Arlen Foreman-Smith (132 votes)
* [[Watcher of Ratibor's Torch|Watcher of Ratibor's Torch]] - Valentina von Temeshwar (132 votes)
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Alfmund Fordwinsson (100 votes)
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - El von Holberg of the Nine Fingers (98 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hamoch Iron Hill (40 votes)
* [[Champion of Wisdom]] - Silk Splinterspear (200 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Conscience of the Senate]] - Yulia Kasimirova Voronov
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Loyalty]] - Eurybia "Blue" Melampus de Tassata
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] - Starac Sijed Orzel
* [[Imperial Warcaster|Imperial Warcaster]] - Aulus
* [[Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries|Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries]] - thomas
* [[Mistress of Medicine|Mistress of Medicine]] - Donato Zanella di Riposi di Sarvos
* [[Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path|Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path]] - Gwennan Larksong

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Shuttered Lantern|Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern]] - Tyburn of House De Rondell
* [[Silver Chalice|Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice]] - Fausta
* [[Unfettered Mind|Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind]] - Eliza

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Imperial Magus]] - Æsa Sigeling
* [[Arcane Architect]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Archmage of Spring]] - Ibiss Briarheart
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - Ceinwen Eternal
* [[Gloaming Sentinel]] - Vasilmir Radovanovna Esskivic

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Brilliant Star]] - Lumi (440 thrones)
* [[Crawling Depths]] - Moraža (255 thrones)
* [[Fortress of Salt]] - Lula Kleist von Ennerlund (450 thrones)
* [[Great Mine of Briante]] - Bartimaeus (435 thrones)
* [[Great Pits of Ennerlund]] - Ezekiel (486 thrones)
* [[Delver of the Depths]] - Tobrytan Dunning (40 thrones)
* [[Elosian Architect]] - Zdravovic Uroš (12 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Kostjya (40 thrones)
* [[Quaymaster of the Black Sails]] - Volkov Mikhailovich Strascovitch (10 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Achille di Sarvos (27 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Eternal Shafts of Time]] - Pavuk Vid Strascovich (320 votes)
* [[Pride of Ikka's Tears]] - Tuija Dunning (262 votes)
* [[Singing Caves]] - Fern (195 votes)
* [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] - Maryc (413 votes)
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov (319 votes)
* [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] - Aurélio i Valiente i Erigo (167 votes)
* [[Kalpaheim Tradeholder]] - Benny (262 votes)
* [[Legion Engineer]] - Groza (37 votes)
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Nemisio (Nemi) (238 votes)
* [[Spiral Envoy|Spiral Envoy]] - Valerius (22 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Ioseph
* [[Emissary to the Celestial Library]] - Tiberius EchoStorm
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Autumn]] - Kym, Enchanter of the Twisted Rose

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Imperial Magus

2023-04-15T07:00:19Z

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[[Category:Conclave]] [[Category:Title]] [[Category:Senate]]
==Overview==
The Imperial Magus is an [[Imperial Title]] appointed by [[Declaration#Declaration of Candidacy|Declaration]] of the [[Imperial Conclave]].

When it was initially created, the title was ''Conclave Liaison to the Senate'' and had only the right to address the Senate. At the Autumn Equinox summit 378YE the powers of the title were amended, and re-titled Imperial Magus. During the Spring Equinox 379YE, the responsibilities of the title were further expanded to include a responsibility to keep the Imperial Conclave appraised of the Senate's position on magical matters.

During the Spring Equinox 384YE, the Senate [[Amend Imperial Magus|expanded the powers]] of the Imperial Magus to include [[#The Magus' Precedence|the Magus' Precedence]], allowing them to raise a single [[declaration]] each summit that supersedes the usual running order of the agenda. There were some [[Amend Imperial Magus#Constitution|some concerns]] among the Constitutional Court about this change, but they chose not to challenge it.
==Responsibilities==
The Imperial Magus is expected to take responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters. Following [[Amend the powers of the Imperial Magus|further discussion]], these responsibilities were expanded to give the Imperial Magus the responsibility to advise the Imperial Conclave of the Senate's position on magical matters.
==Powers==
===Right of Address===
The Imperial Magus has the right to make an address to the Senate once per summit. This is intended to allow them to present important information for the Senators consideration. To use this power, the Magus informs the Civil Service that they wish to address the Senate. Their address will be added to the agenda for the next [[Senate session]].
===Member of the Senate===
As a non-voting [[Senate_session#Member_of_the_Senate|member of the Senate]], the Imperial Magus is entitled to enter the Senate chamber at the start of a [[Senate session]] and participate in the debates. They do not have the power to raise motions or to vote on a motion. This power is intended to be used to participate in [[Imperial Conclave|Conclave]] related discussions.
===Speaker for the Conclave===
{{Power of Declaration|Imperial Magus|Concord}}

===The Magus' Precedence===
When the Imperial Magus places their Declaration of Concord, they may use this power to have it supersede the usual running order of the agenda, being deliberated and voted on before any other declarations. If [[the Throne]] nominates a primary declaration this is debated first, followed by the Magus' Declaration of Concord.

==Appointment==
The appointment, replacement, or removal of the Imperial Magus is made by the [[Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]] as part of a [[Conclave session]]. The Imperial Magus serves until they are replaced by another magician using the Declaration of Candidacy. As a title in the Conclave, they cannot be [[Revocation|revoked]].
{{RecentElections|Imperial_Magus}}

384YE Winter Solstice Conclave sessions

2023-04-12T18:42:14Z

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===Precedence and the Font===

*'''The income from the Principle of Proportions was 335 mana.'''
*'''The remainder from previous seasons was 4 mana.'''
The members of each order in attendance at the end of the previous summit determine precedence for the following summit according to the [[Principle of Precedence]]. The income of mana following the previous summit is listed above and was distributed as per the table below. This left 2 mana, which will be added to the font of the next summit along with the income from the Principle of Proportions at this summit.
<table class="wikitable mw-collapsible sortable"><tr><th>Order</th><th>Precedence</th><th>Members</th><th>Mana</th><th>Ilium</th></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind</td><td>1</td><td>91</td><td>66</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Rod and Shield</td><td>2</td><td>76</td><td>55</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path</td><td>3</td><td>76</td><td>55</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern</td><td>4</td><td>69</td><td>50</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice</td><td>5</td><td>65</td><td>47</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid</td><td>6</td><td>49</td><td>35</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Celestial Arch</td><td>7</td><td>40</td><td>29</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table>
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384YE Spring Equinox Imperial elections

2022-09-14T15:49:06Z

Paulwilder:

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Holberg|Senator for Holberg]] - Flávio Capra Gláucio van Holberg
* [[Karsk|Senator for Karsk]] - Marya Zoranova Doubek
* [[Miekarova|Senator for Miekarova]] - Myshki Marishka Letuchaya
* [[Mournwold|Senator for Mournwold]] - Alan Sheppard
* [[Reikos|Senator for Reikos]] - Ianthe
* [[Segura|Senator for Segura]] - Avisena i Kharizmi i Guerra

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Bloodcrow Yargol
* [[Ambassador to Faraden]] - Erasmo di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] - Yevgeni Katzev
* [[Ambassador to the Commonwealth]] - Lucia Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] - Accalon
* [[Advisor on the Vallorn]] - Nathair Autumngale
* [[Imperial Spymaster]] - Bernard Dugdale
* [[Bloodcloaks|General of the Bloodcloaks]] - Lofyn Blood-cloak
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Gryphon%27s Pride|General of the Gryphons Pride]] - Garravaine De Rondell
* [[Iron Helms|General of the Iron Helms]] - Alderei the Fair
* [[Strong Reeds|General of the Strong Reeds]] - Amberlain P. Black
* [[Tusks|General of the Tusks]] - Tomothy Crowle
* [[Valiant Pegasus|General of the Valiant Pegasus]] - Achseh
* [[Thousands_or_more#The_Palace_of_Orieb|Apothecary of Orieb]] - Nikolai Desovich Patazca
* [[Magic Butcher|Butcher of the Meat and Mana Market of Temeschwar]] - Valentino Fontana di Sarvos
* [[Thousands_or_more#Cabalist_of_the_Hollow_Stone|Cabalist of the Hollow Stone]] - Lutobor (Lut) Branislavovich Glinka
* [[Custodian of the Bloody Great Sausage]] - Professor Bartolomau Vinnemakker von Holberg
* [[Custodian of the Kennels]] - Hildegarde
* [[Granger of the Golden Orchard]] - Siân Eternal
* [[Thousands_or_more#Grieftender_of_the_Forgotten|Grieftender of the Forgotten]] - Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz
* [[Keeper of Aurelie's Garden]] - Aesha caim
* [[Thousands_or_more#Keeper_of_the_Bonehives|Keeper of the Bone Hives]] - Druhain
* [[Master of Sarcombe Metal Market]] - Millward Cowley
* [[Mayor of Caricomare]] - Grimandi Vascello di Sarvos
* [[Merchant_Prince_of_Misericorde_Market|Merchant Prince of Misericorde Market]] - Beatrix Amalia De Rondell zu Holberg
* [[Merchant to Skoura]] - Aspasia of Netherwatch Spire
* [[Thousands_or_more#Merchant-Boyar_of_the_Stinking_Market|Merchant-boyar of the Stinking Market]] - Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov
* [[Steward of the Sarvos Mana Exchange]] - Marsilio Cellini Crivelli di Sarvos
* [[Weigher of Worth]] - Frith

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Lepidean Librarian|Lepidean Librarian]] - Jared (166 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Ambition]] - Viviane de Coeurdefer (118 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Vigilance]] - Gaelen Embercast (116 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Wisdom]] - Clytemnestra of the House of the Wanderer (288 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Loyalty]] - Galeas Seeker (74 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Pride]] - Genoveva Barossa di Tassato (242 votes)
* [[Auditor of Senatorial Accountability]] - Claude Cutter (4 votes)
* [[Guardian of Britta's Memorial]] - Sarah (54 votes)
* [[High Bard of the Empire]] - Eudoxia "Zero" of the Temple of the Wanderer (2 votes)
* [[Liaison to the Temple in Nemoria]] - Nemisio (Nemi) (54 votes)
* [[Voice of the Twin Roses]] - Estienne de Gauvain (58 votes)
* [[Watcher of Britta's Pool]] - Rafe (44 votes)
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - El von Holberg of the Nine Fingers (94 votes)
* [[Champion of Pride]] - Kaywenn Du Launcet (106 votes)
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Ravadi Founders' Dance (152 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Ambition]] - Corey Wayfarer
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Vigilance]] - Irada Von Temeschwar
* [[Imperial Chaplain Consular]] - Lady Laudine of House duLac

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Imperial Fleet Master]] - Ezro i Alvera i Erigo

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Golden Pyramid|Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid]] - Arsenio Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Sevenfold Path|Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path]] - Rafael Barossa di Tassato

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Imperial Magus]] - Laelius of the Waxing Sun
* [[Imperial Censor]] - Bacauda Nethewatch
* [[Keeper of the Cox]] - Eayn Solsviegdottir Stanislaus
* [[Penumbral Watcher]] - Lucius Ankarien Willstone

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] - Gancio (86 thrones)
* [[Regario Dossier]] - Rodrigo Barossa de Tassato Regario (32 thrones)
* [[Syrene's Wisdom]] - Fennir of Brackenbeak Hall (96 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Pavel Novak (26 thrones)
* [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] - Aelthrik Dunning (9 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Achille di Sarvos (22 thrones)
* [[Seer of the Spiral Sword]] - Gemma Brightsmith (17 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Gift of the Dwindling Star]] - Nadia Vasilisa Ezmenovina (156 votes)
* [[Steel Fist]] - Arora (202 votes)
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov (177 votes)
* [[Bonesetter of Torfast Trading Post]] - Ringforge Kerath (195 votes)
* [[Broker_of_the_Broken_Shore|Broker of the Broken Shore]] - Octavious
* [[Bursar of the House of Spirits]] - Rinnah (54 votes)
* [[Custodian of Ivarsgard Docks]] - Vladimir Vladirovich Reznikov (26 votes)
* [[Custodian of the Assayer's Guild]] - Ricardo Almieda Desmondo di Tasetto (86 votes)
* [[Foreman of the Mines of Gulhule]] - Irontide Flax (216 votes)
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Bakar i Riqueza (464 votes)
* [[Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks|Quaymaster of the Elosian Docks]] - Spyridonakes (226 votes)
* [[Talon of Kauppahall|Talon of Kauppahall]] - Vauraus Korppitkotka (195 votes)
* [[Vizier of the Incarnadine Satchel]] - Raquel (540 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Marcus
* [[Brock's Toll|Keeper of Brock's Toll]] - Alfred Houtman Fella
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Spring]] - Jasper Hunter scion De Beaumont

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383YE Winter Solstice Imperial elections

2022-09-14T15:48:37Z

Paulwilder:

384YE Autumn Equinox Imperial elections

2022-09-13T17:23:08Z

Paulwilder: /* National Election */

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Casinea|Senator for Casinea]] - Solomon
* [[Hahnmark|Senator for Hahnmark]] - Hengest Dun
* [[Kahraman|Senator for Kahraman]] - Delara i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Morrow|Senator for Morrow]] - Juliana
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Zadkiel de Coeurdefer
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Rasp
* [[Tassato|Senator for Tassato]] - Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Therunin|Senator for Therunin]] - Travid Longest Path
* [[Upwold|Senator for Upwold]] - Matilda Reaper
* [[Volodmartz|Senator for Volodmartz]] - Desilav Jesen
* [[Zenith|Senator for Zenith]] - Cadeus

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Stormcrow Skred
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Atla
* [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] - Thalia
* [[Imperial Administrator|Imperial Administrator]] - Bridget Talbot
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Ciaphas 'Black Jack' Dekar
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Fire of the South|General of the Fire of the South]] - Velasco i Paloma i Guerra
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Brennos Brackensong
* [[Seventh Wave|General of the Seventh Wave]] - Barachel of Adina's Charge
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Wessek
* [[Wolves of War|General of the Wolves of War]] - Jean Di Sarvos
* [[Bailiff of the Downs]] - Hob Cullach
* [[Blackroot Broker]] - Twyll Eternal
* [[Captain of the Senate Guard]] - Arthur Bannerman aka Bam Bam
* [[Keeper of the Sapphire Stair]] - Raphael Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Raven Seer]] - Odelia Nelda
* [[Spider's Tollkeep]] - Marguerita Serafini di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Nabarr|Steward of the Nabarr]] - Radic Splinter-Spear
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Tonraq Aguta Iluak

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Loyalty]] - Veikko Bondforger (178 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Pride]] - Harwyn Eternal (311 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Ambition]] - Lenarius Ankarien (62 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Vigilance]] - Sam Wych-Elm (56 votes)
* [[Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk|Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk]] - Enoch (368 votes)
* [[Crimson Sutannir|Crimson Sutannir]] - Ahraz i Guerra (126 votes)
* [[Guardian of the Maze of Zoria]] - Illya Nikovitch Volkov (106 votes)
* [[Knight of the Greenwood|Knight of the Greenwood]] - Yvaine Vexille (154 votes)
* [[Reeve of Greenforest Fair|Reeve of Greenforest Fair]] - Arlen Foreman-Smith (132 votes)
* [[Watcher of Ratibor's Torch|Watcher of Ratibor's Torch]] - Valentina von Temeshwar (132 votes)
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Alfmund Fordwinsson (100 votes)
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - El von Holberg of the Nine Fingers (98 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hamoch Iron Hill (40 votes)
* [[Champion of Wisdom]] - Silk Splinterspear (200 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Conscience of the Senate]] - Yulia Kasimirova Voronov
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Loyalty]] - Eurybia "Blue" Melampus de Tassata
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] - Starac Sijed Orzel
* [[Imperial Warcaster|Imperial Warcaster]] - Aulus
* [[Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries|Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries]] - thomas
* [[Mistress of Medicine|Mistress of Medicine]] - Donato Zanella di Riposi di Sarvos
* [[Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path|Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path]] - Gwennan Larksong

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Shuttered Lantern|Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern]] - Tyburn of House De Rondell
* [[Silver Chalice|Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice]] - Fausta
* [[Unfettered Mind|Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind]] - Eliza

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Imperial Magus]] - Æsa Sigeling
* [[Arcane Architect]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Archmage of Spring]] - Ibiss Briarheart
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - Ceinwen Eternal
* [[Gloaming Sentinel]] - Vasilmir Radovanovna Esskivic

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Brilliant Star]] - Lumi (440 thrones)
* [[Crawling Depths]] - Moraža (225 thrones)
* [[Fortress of Salt]] - Lula Kleist von Ennerlund (450 thrones)
* [[Great Mine of Briante]] - Bartimaeus (435 thrones)
* [[Great Pits of Ennerlund]] - Ezekiel (486 thrones)
* [[Delver of the Depths]] - Tobrytan Dunning (40 thrones)
* [[Elosian Architect]] - Zdravovic Uroš (12 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Kostjya (40 thrones)
* [[Quaymaster of the Black Sails]] - Volkov Mikhailovich Strascovitch (10 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Achille di Sarvos (27 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Eternal Shafts of Time]] - Pavuk Vid Strascovich (320 votes)
* [[Pride of Ikka's Tears]] - Tuija Dunning (262 votes)
* [[Singing Caves]] - Fern (195 votes)
* [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] - Maryc (413 votes)
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov (319 votes)
* [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] - Aurélio i Valiente i Erigo (167 votes)
* [[Kalpaheim Tradeholder]] - Benny (262 votes)
* [[Legion Engineer]] - Groza (37 votes)
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Nemisio (Nemi) (238 votes)
* [[Spiral Envoy|Spiral Envoy]] - Valerius (22 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Ioseph
* [[Emissary to the Celestial Library]] - Tiberius EchoStorm
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Autumn]] - Kym, Enchanter of the Twisted Rose

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[[Category:Recent History]]
[[Category:384YE]]

384YE Autumn Equinox Imperial elections

2022-09-13T17:21:58Z

Paulwilder: /* Auto-Generated Content */

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Casinea|Senator for Casinea]] - Solomon
* [[Hahnmark|Senator for Hahnmark]] - Hengest Dun
* [[Kahraman|Senator for Kahraman]] - Delara i Fijadoz i Guerra
* [[Morrow|Senator for Morrow]] - Juliana
* [[Semmerholm|Senator for Semmerholm]] - Zadkiel de Coeurdefer
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Rasp
* [[Skarsind|Senator for Skarsind]] - Rasp
* [[Tassato|Senator for Tassato]] - Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato
* [[Therunin|Senator for Therunin]] - Travid Longest Path
* [[Upwold|Senator for Upwold]] - Matilda Reaper
* [[Volodmartz|Senator for Volodmartz]] - Desilav Jesen
* [[Zenith|Senator for Zenith]] - Cadeus

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Stormcrow Skred
* [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]] - Atla
* [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] - Thalia
* [[Imperial Administrator|Imperial Administrator]] - Bridget Talbot
* [[Bounders|General of the Bounders]] - Ciaphas 'Black Jack' Dekar
* [[Eastern Sky|General of the Eastern Sky]] - Dame Aurum De Castellan
* [[Fire of the South|General of the Fire of the South]] - Velasco i Paloma i Guerra
* [[Quiet Step|General of the Quiet Step]] - Brennos Brackensong
* [[Seventh Wave|General of the Seventh Wave]] - Barachel of Adina's Charge
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Wessek
* [[Wolves of War|General of the Wolves of War]] - Jean Di Sarvos
* [[Bailiff of the Downs]] - Hob Cullach
* [[Blackroot Broker]] - Twyll Eternal
* [[Captain of the Senate Guard]] - Arthur Bannerman aka Bam Bam
* [[Keeper of the Sapphire Stair]] - Raphael Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Raven Seer]] - Odelia Nelda
* [[Spider's Tollkeep]] - Marguerita Serafini di Sarvos
* [[Steward of the Nabarr|Steward of the Nabarr]] - Radic Splinter-Spear
* [[Woundbinder of the Mark]] - Tonraq Aguta Iluak

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Loyalty]] - Veikko Bondforger (178 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Pride]] - Harwyn Eternal (311 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Ambition]] - Lenarius Ankarien (62 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Vigilance]] - Sam Wych-Elm (56 votes)
* [[Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk|Archivist of the Echoing Obelisk]] - Enoch (368 votes)
* [[Crimson Sutannir|Crimson Sutannir]] - Ahraz i Guerra (126 votes)
* [[Guardian of the Maze of Zoria]] - Illya Nikovitch Volkov (106 votes)
* [[Knight of the Greenwood|Knight of the Greenwood]] - Yvaine Vexille (154 votes)
* [[Reeve of Greenforest Fair|Reeve of Greenforest Fair]] - Arlen Foreman-Smith (132 votes)
* [[Watcher of Ratibor's Torch|Watcher of Ratibor's Torch]] - Valentina von Temeshwar (132 votes)
* [[Champion of Ambition]] - Alfmund Fordwinsson (100 votes)
* [[Champion_of_Courage|Champion of Courage]] - El von Holberg of the Nine Fingers (98 votes)
* [[Champion of Prosperity]] - Hamoch Iron Hill (40 votes)
* [[Champion of Wisdom]] - Silk Splinterspear (200 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Conscience of the Senate]] - Yulia Kasimirova Voronov
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Loyalty]] - Eurybia "Blue" Melampus de Tassata
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Pride]] - Constanza i Kalamar i Guerra

==Military Council Appointment==
* [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]] - Starac Sijed Orzel
* [[Imperial Warcaster|Imperial Warcaster]] - Aulus
* [[Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries|Legate of the Imperial Auxiliaries]] - thomas
* [[Mistress of Medicine|Mistress of Medicine]] - Donato Zanella di Riposi di Sarvos
* [[Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path|Wisdom of the Tenebrous Path]] - Gwennan Larksong

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Shuttered Lantern|Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern]] - Tyburn of House De Rondell
* [[Silver Chalice|Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice]] - Fausta
* [[Unfettered Mind|Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind]] - Eliza

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Imperial Magus]] - Æsa Sigeling
* [[Arcane Architect]] - Aleksandr Zoravich Novosad
* [[Archmage of Spring]] - Ibiss Briarheart
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - Ceinwen Eternal
* [[Gloaming Sentinel]] - Vasilmir Radovanovna Esskivic

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Brilliant Star]] - Lumi (440 thrones)
* [[Crawling Depths]] - Moraža (225 thrones)
* [[Fortress of Salt]] - Lula Kleist von Ennerlund (450 thrones)
* [[Great Mine of Briante]] - Bartimaeus (435 thrones)
* [[Great Pits of Ennerlund]] - Ezekiel (486 thrones)
* [[Delver of the Depths]] - Tobrytan Dunning (40 thrones)
* [[Elosian Architect]] - Zdravovic Uroš (12 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Kostjya (40 thrones)
* [[Quaymaster of the Black Sails]] - Volkov Mikhailovich Strascovitch (10 thrones 4 crowns)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Achille di Sarvos (27 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Eternal Shafts of Time]] - Pavuk Vid Strascovich (320 votes)
* [[Pride of Ikka's Tears]] - Tuija Dunning (262 votes)
* [[Singing Caves]] - Fern (195 votes)
* [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] - Maryc (413 votes)
* [[Bargainer of the Iron Tower]] - Vladimir Sasha Volkov (319 votes)
* [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] - Aurélio i Valiente i Erigo (167 votes)
* [[Kalpaheim Tradeholder]] - Benny (262 votes)
* [[Legion Engineer]] - Groza (37 votes)
* [[Mistress_of_the_Dust_Parador|Mistress of the Dust Parador]] - Nemisio (Nemi) (238 votes)
* [[Spiral Envoy|Spiral Envoy]] - Valerius (22 votes)

==Other==
* [[Doyen of the Spires]] - Ioseph
* [[Emissary to the Celestial Library]] - Tiberius EchoStorm
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Autumn]] - Kym, Enchanter of the Twisted Rose

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Candidacy

2022-09-09T20:34:06Z

Paulwilder: /* Declaration */

{{CaptionedImage|file=Serious Business.jpg|align=right|caption=''Candidacy'' determines who holds power in the Conclave - and for how long.|width=600}}
==Overview==
The Conclave can declare someone to hold a specific [[Imperial title]] controlled by the Conclave such as [[archmage]], [[Warmage]] or [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. Occasionally, this declaration has been used to simply remove someone from their position, by declaring that their post should be filled with ''nobody''.
==Declaration==
A declaration of candidacy must explicitly name a single Imperial citizen who will appointed to the chosen title. It is possible to raise a declaration of candidacy for someone else, but only the person who raised the declaration can speak on their own behalf.

Declarations of Candidacy are resolved before other [[declaration|declarations]] in the order they were raised to the agenda. It is typical for the civil service to group together all declarations of candidacy for a single title. They are dealt with as a single item on the agenda. In this case, each individual who has raised that declaration makes a presentation in the order they raised their candidacy, then a single discussion takes place followed by a single vote. The candidate with the most votes takes the title.
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The incumbent does not automatically get to make a presentation - although there is nothing to stop them raising themselves as a candidate if they realise someone is challenging for their title. Even if they have not raised a separate declaration, the incumbent is automatically presented as an option during the voting process, and they may speak during the discussion period following the normal rules.

==Resolution==
The chosen candidate assumes all the responsibilities and powers of the title at the end of the Conclave session. It is the responsibility of the previous holder of the title to ensure that all regalia passes to the new title holder speedily and with the minimum of fuss.

Every Imperial title appointed by declaration of candidacy has [[Imperial_title#Term_of_office|tenure]]; they remain in position until they die, resign the title, or are replaced by a new declaration.

When [[Urizen]] joined the Empire they were instrumental in the formation of the Conclave. As a result of their actions, the constitution was amended to lay out the duties of the Conclave and stated that "it shall be guided by fraternities of magicians under the general aegis of the Senate, and without interference from the Synod." As a result it is not possible for the [[Imperial Synod]] to [[revocation|revoke]] an Imperial title appointed by the Conclave.

==Titles appointed by Declaration of Candidacy==
* [[Arcane Architect]] - can [[commission]] [[sinecure|sinecures]] the produce crystal mana or [[vis]]
* [[Archmage]] - one for each realm; deals with the magic and entities of that realm
* [[Bursar of the Conclave]] - helps the Conclave acquire resources; can purchase crystal mana
* [[Dean of the Lyceum]] - oversees the Empire's premiere [[college of magic]]
* [[Gloaming Sentinel]] - receives a bounty of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming|Iridescent Gloaming]] each season
* [[Imperial Censor]] - responsible for safeguarding the Empire from malign magic
* [[Imperial Magus]] - advises the Senate on matters of Conclave and vice versa
* [[Imperial Necromancer]] - responsible for the use of the Imperial regio for the casting of [[Whispers through the Black Gate]]
* [[Imperial Seer]] - coordinates the use of divination magic
* [[Keeper of the Cox]] - receives a bounty of [[Vis#Golden Apples|golden apples]] each season
* [[Master of Ice and Darkness]] - oversees the Empire's premiere [[college of magic|college of Summer magic]]
* [[Penumbral Watcher]] - receives several unique items related to [[Night magic]] and espionage
* [[Warmage]] - advises the military council on magical matters
* [[Watcher of the Wheel]] - receives a bounty of [[Vis]] each season

{{Conclave further reading}}

Tally of the Votes

2022-09-07T00:45:58Z

Paulwilder: /* Schedule */

<quote by="Giovanni, The Throne">I prefer coins to people. Coins only have two faces.</quote>
==Overview==
At each summit the Bourse selects citizens to fill most national positions through the Tally of the Votes. The Tally applies to the majority of Bourse titles that are national positions; the Imperial seats and two League national positions are elected by [[Auction of the Seats]].

Participation in the Tally of the Votes is open to all Imperial citizens who have an eligible resource.

==Schedule==
Under normal circumstances, voting opens place on Saturday morning and closes Saturday afternoon around 5pm, but votes aren’t taken during the [[Auction of the Seats]]. If circumstances force a change in timing or location, then the civil service update the [[event schedule]] published before the summit begins.

To register their vote, citizens need to find an [[Agent of the Bourse]] in the civil service Hub near the centre of the Anvil. If there is no Agent available, another civil servant may be able to assist. The Agents have records of every eligible citizen who is attending Anvil for the summit that states how many votes the citizen receives. Votes may be cast for any eligible citizen, candidates do not need to be nominated in advance.

The major Bourse seats operate to a schedule dictated by the materials produced. For example, all titles associated with the production of white granite are elected at the same summit each year

* [[Weirwood]] seats are re-elected at the Winter Solstice.
* [[Ilium]] seats and the [[Master of the Imperial Mint]] are re-elected at the Spring Equinox.
* [[White granite]] seats are re-elected at the Summer Solstice.
* [[Mithril]] seats are re-elected at the Autumn Equinox.

A list of seats to be appointed at the upcoming event can be found on the [[Recent history|recent history]] page and on notices around Anvil. Once appointed, the new seat holders are announced via the Bourse noticeboard in the Hub.

==Selection==
An Imperial citizen must be a member of the appropriate nation to hold a national Bourse seat and it must be the only Imperial title they control.

All national titles elected through the bourse are re-elected annually. If the title is elected at the normal summit each year then the chosen citizen serves for one year until the start of the equivalent summit one year later.

If an national Bourse seat becomes vacant outside the normal election cycle (due to death, resignation, or excommunication of the title holder) then the seat is elected at the following summit. In this case, the winning citizen will only serve for the remaining term. The title becomes vacant again at the normal point in the election cycle.

==Voting==
<div style="float:right; width: 500px;"><box>'''Determining the votes'''<br>
Voting for a national bourse position depends on ownership of a specific [[Resource#Personal_Resource|personal resource]]. A personal resource provides 10 votes, plus an extra 2 votes for each time it has been upgraded. You receive the average of these votes for ''each season'' during the previous year that the resource was active. Only the actual rank of the resource counts in this calculation. [[Enchantment|Enchantments]], [[curse|curses]], penalties or bonuses for downtime effects and so on have no effect.

Brand new characters who have the appropriate personal resource are assumed to have had that resource for the previous year (and taken the appropriate action in the case of the Imperial Orcs and Brass Coast). Likewise, players with the resource who have missed an event similarly receive votes for events they did not attend. We've made this rule for game balance reasons - so that new characters and players unable to attend every event are not unfairly penalised.</box></div>

The Bourse appoints national positions by vote of members of that nation who hold the resources traditional for that nation. For example, a League position in the Bourse is usually elected by vote of League business owners. Each citizen who owns the right resource receives a number of votes proportional to the size of their resource which they can cast for a single candidate of their choice whenever the position is elected. To be eligible to vote the required resources are:

* [[The Brass Coast]] - [[Fleet|fleets]]<sup>(1)</sup>
* [[Dawn]] - [[Military unit]]
* [[Highguard]] - [[Congregation]]
* [[Imperial Orcs]] - [[Military unit]] [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army|supporting]] an [[Imperial army]] during the previous year.
* [[Navarr]] - [[Herb garden]]
* [[The League]] - [[Business]]
* [[The Marches]] - [[Farm]]
* [[Urizen]] - [[Mana site]]
* [[Varushka]] - [[Mine]] and [[Forest]] owners
* [[Wintermark]] - [[Military unit]]

<sup>(1)</sup> Prior to the Spring Equinox 384YE, votes in the Brass Coast were restricted to fleets engaging in [[Fleet#Privateering|privateering]] during the previous year. This [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_winds_of_fortune#Sails_of_Fire|was changed]] following a statement of principle by the Brass Coast National Assembly that gained widespread support in the nation.

==Production==
The winning bidder can collect whatever wains or rings of ilium the bourse seat produced in the period running up to the summit from the Agent of the Bourse provided they have not already been claimed.

The production associated with the Bourse seat is delivered to the title holder by an Agent of the Bourse before each subsequent summit until the last one. The title holder does not receive any production from a bourse seat on the run-up to the summit where the title is due to be re-elected - that is reserved for whoever wins the auction for the title at the summit.

==Removal==
The Bourse is explicitly protected from interference from the [[Imperial Synod]] in the [[Imperial Constitution]]. Because of this, it is not possible to revoke a Bourse seat holder to remove them from their position. They serve until the title is reelected or until they die or step down.

==Castellan of Spiral Castle==
The [[Castellan of Spiral Castle]] is a Bourse Seat held by a [[Dawn|Dawnish]] citizen, appointed with the support of Dawnish [[military unit|military units]]. The Castellan has powers to order the resupply of [[Imperial armies]] stationed in [[Weirwater]]. The Seat spent many years vacant, but a new Castellan has recently been appointed following the return of Castle Spiral to the mortal world.

{{Bourse Further Reading}}

384YE Autumn Equinox Conclave sessions

2022-09-04T15:57:58Z

Paulwilder: Created page with "===Precedence and the Font=== *'''The income from the Principle of Proportions was 268 mana.''' *'''The remainder from previous seasons was 3 mana.''' The members of each ord..."

===Precedence and the Font===

*'''The income from the Principle of Proportions was 268 mana.'''
*'''The remainder from previous seasons was 3 mana.'''
The members of each order in attendance at the end of the previous summit determine precedence for the following summit according to the [[Principle of Precedence]]. The income of mana following the previous summit is listed above and was distributed as per the table below. This left 4 mana, which will be added to the font of the next summit along with the income from the Principle of Proportions at this summit.
<table class="wikitable mw-collapsible sortable"><tr><th>Order</th><th>Precedence</th><th>Members</th><th>Mana</th><th>Ilium</th></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Rod and Shield</td><td>1</td><td>85</td><td>50</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Sevenfold Path</td><td>2</td><td>75</td><td>44</td><td>3</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind</td><td>3</td><td>73</td><td>43</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Shuttered Lantern</td><td>4</td><td>65</td><td>38</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Silver Chalice</td><td>5</td><td>62</td><td>37</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Golden Pyramid</td><td>6</td><td>59</td><td>35</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Grandmaster of the Order of the Celestial Arch</td><td>7</td><td>35</td><td>20</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table>

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384YE Summer Solstice Imperial elections

2022-08-17T16:52:44Z

Paulwilder: /* Senate Appointment */

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Bastion|Senator for Bastion]] - Ehud
* [[Karov|Senator for Karov]] - Vuk The Wolfeater
* [[Miaren|Senator for Miaren]] - Llewellyn Leafstalker
* [[Mitwold|Senator for Mitwold]] - William Lowther
* [[Redoubt|Senator for Redoubt]] - Sejanus
* [[Sarvos|Senator for Sarvos]] - Shauni di Vergo
* [[Sermersuaq|Senator for Sermersuaq]] - Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason
* [[Weirwater|Senator for Weirwater]] - Baldwin

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Imperial Consul]] - Jarrigk Orzel
* [[Imperial Advisor for the Feni]] - Watt of Lambrook
* [[Minister of Historical Research]] - Vaclav Mladenovich Kosti
* [[Black Thorns|General of the Black Thorns]] - Karrow Strangers Song
* [[Citadel Guard|General of the Citadel Guard]] - Nicassia Avicia of Phoenix Reach
* [[Drakes|General of the Drakes]] - Hal Talbot
* [[Fist of the Mountains|General of the Fist of the Mountains]] - Kindra Edasdottir
* [[Golden Sun|General of the Golden Sun]] - Zoran De Orzel
* [[Granite Pillar|General of the Granite Pillar]] - Asenath
* [[Northern Eagle|General of the Northern Eagle]] - Jaromir Ostrovyn Kostka
* [[Red Wind Corsairs|General of the Red Wind Corsairs]] - Delora i Sol-Devorador i Erigo
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Zerk
* [[Curator of the Twilight Demesne]] - Pitchwalker Vekkev
* [[Custodian of the Pelican Tower]] - Concordio Barcaiolo di sarvos
* [[Eastern Broker]] - Fintan Nighthaven
* [[General of Isaella's Dance]] - Larkin Shattersong
* [[Master of the Clearing House]] - Ester Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Mediator of Hyljehal]] - Raal Dunn
* [[Steward of the Tassato Mana Exchange]] - Magnus Carolus Sanguino Rezia di Tassato

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Courage]] - Lady Clarice Novarion (208 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Wisdom]] - Hembeneth i Guerra (170 votes)
* [[Imperial Inquisitor]] - Galene Netherwatch (8 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Prosperity]] - Rhaego i Zemress (102 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of The Way]] - Syn Truth-Walker Returned (52 votes)
* [[Arbiter of the Four Winds]] - Cato Hypation (92 votes)
* [[Azure Sutannir]] - Mina i Yashum i Riqueza (184 votes)
* [[Bishop of the Navigators|Bishop of the Navigators]] - Tabris, Son of Armisael (355 votes)
* [[Claviger of the Basilica of Cora Holdfast]] - Nekoda (50 votes)
* [[Dean of Laroc Cathedral]] - Ser Dindrane (40 votes)
* [[Justicar of Osseini|Justicar of Osseini]] - Maria i Espiri i Guerra (196 votes)
* [[Medical Officer of the Pegasus Respite]] - Felix (193 votes)
* [[Champion of Loyalty]] - Goran Sokolov Zaytsev (72 votes)
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Ravadi Founders' Dance (90 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Courage]] - Ethelfrith
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Wisdom]] - Raphael i Zamora i Riqueza

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Unfettered Mind|Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind]] - Cadogan Stranger's Song

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Watcher of the Wheel]] - Tobias De Gauvain

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Arratan Gamble]] - Silvio de Tassato (460 thrones)
* [[Brilliant Shore]] - Ames the Amiable (500 thrones)
* [[Damatian Cliffs]] - Bron Mordssen (501 thrones)
* [[Night Quarry]] - Valentin Artyom (540 thrones)
* [[Sutton Stone Quarries]] - Hananniah (415 thrones)
* [[Custodian of the Concordium Dock]] - Gasparo Conzaga Di Temischwar (121 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Ahraz i Guerra (36 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Bertrand (38 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Granites of Veltsgorsk]] - Vitaly Grigorovich Dukov (201 votes)
* [[Vigilant Swan]] - Nemuel (142 votes)
* [[Broker of Treji Wayhouse]] - Berwyn Dancingleaf (10 votes)
* [[Burgher of Ketsov]] - Vera Runova Helgerod (199 votes)
* [[Cinderpath Custodian]] - Asael (189 votes)
* [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] - Triska Markova (196 votes)
* [[Master of the Root and Stem]] - Maggie Potts (52 votes)
* [[Mistress of the Glass Parador]] - Cassandra i Periera i Erigo (270 votes)
* [[Northbound Trademaster]] - Valentina von Temeshwar (84 votes)
* [[Overseer of the Cavabianca Dock]] - Radik Von Temeshwar (123 votes)

==Other==
* [[Churnspire Adjutor]] - Quint Sertorius
* [[Brock's Toll|Keeper of Brock's Toll]] - Alfred Houtman Fella
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Summer]] - Ozren Ivarovich Severyan

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384YE Summer Solstice Imperial elections

2022-08-17T16:52:21Z

Paulwilder: /* Other */

==Overview==
The titles below show elections that took place at the summit, with information on the winning votes and bids where that information is available. If two or more elections were held for a single post than the most recent is listed first. The [[current Imperial titles]] have been updated with these election results.

==National Election==
* [[Bastion|Senator for Bastion]] - Ehud
* [[Karov|Senator for Karov]] - Vuk The Wolfeater
* [[Miaren|Senator for Miaren]] - Llewellyn Leafstalker
* [[Mitwold|Senator for Mitwold]] - William Lowther
* [[Redoubt|Senator for Redoubt]] - Sejanus
* [[Sarvos|Senator for Sarvos]] - Shauni di Vergo
* [[Sermersuaq|Senator for Sermersuaq]] - Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason
* [[Weirwater|Senator for Weirwater]] - Baldwin

==Senate Appointment==
* [[Imperial Consul]] - Jarrigk Orzel
* [[Imperial Advisor for the Feni]] - Watt of Lambrook
* [[Minister of Historical Research]] - Vaclav Mladenovich Kosti
* [[Black Thorns|General of the Black Thorns]] - Karrow Strangers Song
* [[Citadel Guard|General of the Citadel Guard]] - Nicassia Avicia of Phoenix Reach
* [[Drakes|General of the Drakes]] - Hal Talbot
* [[Fist of the Mountains|General of the Fist of the Mountains]] - Kindra Edasdottir
* [[Golden Sun|General of the Golden Sun]] - Zoran De Orzel
* [[Granite Pillar|General of the Granite Pillar]] - Asenath
* [[Northern Eagle|General of the Northern Eagle]] - Jaromir Ostrovyn Kostka
* [[Red Wind Corsairs|General of the Red Wind Corsairs]] - Delora i Sol-Devorador i Erigo
* [[Summer Storm|General of the Summer Storm]] - Zerk
* [[Curator of the Twilight Demesne]] - Pitchwalker Vekkev
* [[Custodian of the Pelican Tower]] - Concordio Barcaiolo di sarvos
* [[Custodian of the Pelican Tower]] - Concordio Barcaiolo di sarvos
* [[Eastern Broker]] - Fintan Nighthaven
* [[General of Isaella's Dance]] - Larkin Shattersong
* [[Master of the Clearing House]] - Ester Sanguineo Rezia di Tassato
* [[Mediator of Hyljehal]] - Raal Dunn
* [[Steward of the Tassato Mana Exchange]] - Magnus Carolus Sanguino Rezia di Tassato

==Synod Judgement==
* [[Cardinal of Courage]] - Lady Clarice Novarion (208 votes)
* [[Cardinal of Wisdom]] - Hembeneth i Guerra (170 votes)
* [[Imperial Inquisitor]] - Galene Netherwatch (8 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of Prosperity]] - Rhaego i Zemress (102 votes)
* [[Virtue inquisitor|Inquisitor of The Way]] - Syn Truth-Walker Returned (52 votes)
* [[Arbiter of the Four Winds]] - Cato Hypation (92 votes)
* [[Azure Sutannir]] - Mina i Yashum i Riqueza (184 votes)
* [[Bishop of the Navigators|Bishop of the Navigators]] - Tabris, Son of Armisael (355 votes)
* [[Claviger of the Basilica of Cora Holdfast]] - Nekoda (50 votes)
* [[Dean of Laroc Cathedral]] - Ser Dindrane (40 votes)
* [[Justicar of Osseini|Justicar of Osseini]] - Maria i Espiri i Guerra (196 votes)
* [[Medical Officer of the Pegasus Respite]] - Felix (193 votes)
* [[Champion of Loyalty]] - Goran Sokolov Zaytsev (72 votes)
* [[Champion of Vigilance]] - Ravadi Founders' Dance (90 votes)

==Cardinal Appointment==
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Courage]] - Ethelfrith
* [[Gatekeeper|Gatekeeper of Wisdom]] - Raphael i Zamora i Riqueza

==Conclave Order Vote==
* [[Unfettered Mind|Grandmaster of the Order of the Unfettered Mind]] - Cadogan Stranger's Song

==Declaration Of Candidacy==
* [[Watcher of the Wheel]] - Tobias De Gauvain

==Bourse Auction==
* [[Arratan Gamble]] - Silvio de Tassato (460 thrones)
* [[Brilliant Shore]] - Ames the Amiable (500 thrones)
* [[Damatian Cliffs]] - Bron Mordssen (501 thrones)
* [[Night Quarry]] - Valentin Artyom (540 thrones)
* [[Sutton Stone Quarries]] - Hananniah (415 thrones)
* [[Custodian of the Concordium Dock]] - Gasparo Conzaga Di Temischwar (121 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|First Imperial Wayleave]] - Ahraz i Guerra (36 thrones)
* [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave|Second Imperial Wayleave]] - Bertrand (38 thrones)

==Bourse Vote==
* [[Granites of Veltsgorsk]] - Vitaly Grigorovich Dukov (201 votes)
* [[Vigilant Swan]] - Nemuel (142 votes)
* [[Broker of Treji Wayhouse]] - Berwyn Dancingleaf (10 votes)
* [[Burgher of Ketsov]] - Vera Runova Helgerod (199 votes)
* [[Cinderpath Custodian]] - Asael (189 votes)
* [[Harbourmaster of the Semmerlak]] - Triska Markova (196 votes)
* [[Master of the Root and Stem]] - Maggie Potts (52 votes)
* [[Mistress of the Glass Parador]] - Cassandra i Periera i Erigo (270 votes)
* [[Northbound Trademaster]] - Valentina von Temeshwar (84 votes)
* [[Overseer of the Cavabianca Dock]] - Radik Von Temeshwar (123 votes)

==Other==
* [[Churnspire Adjutor]] - Quint Sertorius
* [[Brock's Toll|Keeper of Brock's Toll]] - Alfred Houtman Fella
* [[Knight-protector|Knight-protector of Summer]] - Ozren Ivarovich Severyan

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Conclave session

2022-07-29T23:02:34Z

Paulwilder: /* Session Order */

<quote by="Iñes i Guerra">We do not need to like each other to meet as a Conclave, but we must respect each other if we hope to be effective. My principle of proportions ensures respect for other magicians is accorded in the most sublime way. Each of us will weigh the balance of our business against the Conclave's precious time using the scales of magic itself. If the price seems too high, then perhaps what you have to say is not as important to us as it is to you... </quote>

==Overview==
Like the [[Imperial Senate|Senate]] and the [[Imperial Military Council|Military Council]], the Conclave conducts its official business at formal sessions, where matters are discussed and votes are cast. Although Conclave members meet to discuss business throughout the day (the rules of the Conclave positively encourage magicians to pursue their goals outside the sessions), the sessions are the best chance to address the entire Conclave and the only time that declarations can be passed.

Traditionally, the Conclave has one formal session each evening during the Imperial summit.
==Conclave Principles==
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Rather than have a civil servant chair a session, as effectively happens in the Senate, the Conclave employs three ancient principles to ensure the smooth running of their meetings. The [[Principle of Precedence]], uses a count of members of the Conclave orders to determine in what order individuals are eligible to speak, as well as how much of the Conclave's resources each order receives.

The [[Principle of Proportions]] demands payment from any individual who wishes to speak, one mana crystal per minute that the speaker wishes to employ. All mana collected is added to the [[Conclave vault|Conclave vault]]. Official appointments by the Conclave receive limited opportunities to speak as part of an address or declaration without paying this cost, but no other exemptions are allowed. Eternals, foreign dignitaries, even the Empress herself have to pay. Formally the mana is considered a bequest, but no-one is under any illusion that what is demanded is payment - payment to all the assembled magicians to recompense them for the time.

The [[Principle of Presence]] prevents a magician from authorizing a proxy to speak on their behalf to the Conclave. The individual who lodges an agenda item with the civil service is the individual who must present that item to the Conclave, they cannot pass the opportunity to do so to another individual. In practice this principle is rarely restrictive to anyone but archmages and individuals who are unable to reach the Hall of Worlds.

==Speaking before the Conclave==
Following the [[Principle of Proportions]], speaking before the Conclave costs the speaker one crystal mana for every minute they wish to talk. Every agenda item costs a mana crystal to raise - but automatically entitles the party who lodges the item to a minute to present their case. If they wish to speak for longer than this, they must pay for additional time.

After the presentation is complete, the grandmasters of the orders may nominate volunteers to speak on the topic being discussed, in order determined by the [[Principle of Precedence]].

The nominated speaker must be an Imperial citizen or an eternal with amity, or a herald of such an eternal. Inhabitants of the realms who do not have amity and magicians of other nations cannot speak in Conclave.

Once nominated, the speaker may continue for as long as they can provide mana. Minutes are timed using a set of minute glasses provided by the civil service, who are also responsible for ensuring that individuals obey the time limits. The civil servants have the legal power to remove a magician once their allotted time has expired, but this is rarely needed, Conclave magicians are positively encouraged to police themselves - by barracking any magician who attempts to carry on speaking until they pay the mana or relinquish the floor.

Since the speaker has paid for their time, those assembled are required to let the speaker use their minute freely. The speaker may not invite others to speak on their behalf, but they may use their any part of their time to allow the individual giving the address or declaration a chance to respond freely.

Shouts of support or rejection from the floor are acceptable, as is an expression of assent or dissent in response to a question from the speaker - but shouting a speaker down, or trying to talk over them will result in censure by the civil service. This is not to say that the individuals present during Conclave must be silent - when important matters are being discussed there are often scores of whispered conversations taking place between members of the Conclave. If these conversations become intrusive however, the civil service may intervene to curtail them.

Mana must be provided before the nominated individual begins talking; when someone plans to talk for more than a minute it is common to provide the civil service with a pile of mana to use as they speak.
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==Setting the Agenda==
Any Imperial citizen can add an item to the agenda by approaching a civil servant associated with the Conclave and raising the agenda item. To do so they must bequeath a single mana crystal to the Conclave. At the next Conclave session, each item on the agenda is raised and resolved by the meeting in the order in which they were raised.

Any member of the Conclave can ask to review the agenda for the next session. The agenda is closed an hour before the session is scheduled to begin, so that copies can be made. Copies are generally placed at the Civil service hub and in the Hall of Worlds, and one copy typically furnished for each [[grandmaster]] and [[archmage]].

An item raised to the agenda can be either an [[Conclave address|address]], or a [[declaration]] (including [[declaration#Declaration of Candidacy|Declaration of Candidacy]]). Except in the case of a grandmaster invoking the [[Grandmaster#Veil_of_Night|veil]] of their order, the specifics of the address or declaration must be recorded on the agenda. A character who places an item on the agenda is automatically guaranteed a single minute to speak on the subject without further cost, but it must be that character that speaks. The rules of the Conclave forbid any individual from using a proxy to speak in their place.

The person who raised the agenda item may withdraw it at any time, but they do not get their crystal mana back.

==Session Order==
Each Conclave session follows a strict order.
* Civil service announcements
* [[Imperial Magus#The Magus' Precedence|Magus' Precedence]] - if the [[Imperial Magus]] is using their power to raise a single declaration that takes precedence then it is debated and voted on before all other declarations.
* [[Candidacy|Declarations of Candidacy]]
* All other [[declaration|declarations]]
* [[Conclave address|Addresses]]
* The session ends.

Civil service announcements are usually organisational matters - challenges to grandmasters, titles that have become unexpectedly vacant, and so on.

Declarations and addresses are presented in the order they were raised to the agenda. Declarations with similar outcomes are resolved at the same time as the last agenda item was raised. For example, if more than one individual has challenged for a specific [[Imperial title|title]], they will all be resolved in together, at the point determined by the last challenge registered.

Each agenda item is announced by the civil service and then the person that raised the item with the civil servant is allowed to make a presentation on it, up to a minute in length. If they wish to speak for longer than a minute, then they must pay to do so.

Once an address or declaration is complete, magicians from the orders may [[#Speaking before the Conclave|speak]].

==Concluding the Agenda==
Once all agenda items are dealt with, the conclave session ends. If a session ends prematurely for any reason, remaining agenda items are added to the start of the next Conclave agenda.

The result of any [[Declaration]] comes into effect at the ''end'' of the Conclave session in which it is passed.
{{Conclave further reading}}

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Imperial Magus

2022-07-29T23:01:06Z

Paulwilder: /* The Magus' Precedence */

==Overview==
The Imperial Magus is an [[Imperial Title]] appointed by [[Declaration#Declaration of Candidacy|Declaration]] of the [[Imperial Conclave]].

When it was initially created, the title was ''Conclave Liaison to the Senate'' and had only the right to address the Senate. At the Autumn Equinox summit 378YE the powers of the title were amended, and re-titled Imperial Magus. During the Spring Equinox 379YE, the responsibilities of the title were further expanded to include a responsibility to keep the Imperial Conclave appraised of the Senate's position on magical matters.

During the Spring Equinox 384YE, the Senate [[Amend Imperial Magus|expanded the powers]] of the Imperial Magus to include [[#The Magus' Precedence|the Magus' Precedence]], allowing them to raise a single [[declaration]] each summit that supersedes the usual running order of the agenda. There were some [[Amend Imperial Magus#Constitution|some concerns]] among the constitutional court about this change, but they chose not to challenge it.

==Responsibilities==
The Liaison is expected to take responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters. Following [[Amend the powers of the Imperial Magus|further discussion]], these responsibilities were expanded to give the Imperial Magus the responsibility to advise the Imperial Conclave of the Senate's position on magical matters.

==Powers==
===Right of Address===
The Imperial Magus has the right to make an address to the Senate once per summit. This is intended to allow them to present important information for the Senators consideration. To use this power, the Magus informs the Civil Service that they wish to address the Senate. Their address will be added to the agenda for the next [[Senate session]].
===Member of the Senate===
As a non-voting [[Senate_session#Member_of_the_Senate|member of the Senate]], the Imperial Magus is entitled to enter the Senate chamber at the start of a [[Senate session]] and participate in the debates. They do not have the power to raise motions or to vote on a motion. This power is intended to be used to participate in [[Imperial Conclave|Conclave]] related discussions.
===Addressing the Conclave===
Once per summit, the Imperial Magus can raise an [[Conclave address|address]] to the [[Conclave_session#Setting_the_Agenda|agenda]] of a [[conclave session]] for free.
===The Magus' Precedence===
Every Conclave session, the Imperial Magus can raise a single [[declaration]] (at the usual cost) that supersedes the usual running order of the [[Conclave_session#Setting_the_Agenda|Conclave agenda]], being deliberated and voted on before any other declarations.

==Appointment==
The appointment, replacement, or removal of the Imperial Magus is made by the [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Candidacy|declaration of candidacy]] as part of a [[Conclave session]]. Any Imperial citizen may hold the title. The Magus serves until they are replaced by another magician using the Declaration of Candidacy. As a title in the Conclave, they cannot be [[Revocation|revoked]].
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