For those in peril on the sea - Revision history

Twiggy at 14:17, 23 March 2026

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	* '''They will name either an individual, or the Magpies, to be responsible for directing Eilian as to which of the listed projects he should pursue each season		* '''They will name either an individual, or the Magpies, to be responsible for directing Eilian as to which of the listed projects he should pursue each season
	* '''It would not be possible to direct Eilian on any other appraisal during the year of his sabbatical		* '''It would not be possible to direct Eilian on any other appraisal during the year of his sabbatical
	Eilian has expressed genuine regret that he was not able to provide further proposals in response to the appraisal. He was able to make little more than a cursory visit to the sites of the other historical beacons that once stood above the Bay of Catazar, many of which have fascinating stories attached to them. He has also been deep in conversation with the peculiar herald ''Fotismos'' who it appears shares an appreciation for lighthouses, both historical and potential. The former historian is confident that together with the emissary of [[Kimus\|Thousand Eyed Kimus]] he could come up with detailed proposals for several of them if he only had time. As such, after speaking with ''Gerard ~~leSalle~~'' and the rest of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] he has a request for the Imperial Senate.		Eilian has expressed genuine regret that he was not able to provide further proposals in response to the appraisal. He was able to make little more than a cursory visit to the sites of the other historical beacons that once stood above the Bay of Catazar, many of which have fascinating stories attached to them. He has also been deep in conversation with the peculiar herald ''Fotismos'' who it appears shares an appreciation for lighthouses, both historical and potential. The former historian is confident that together with the emissary of [[Kimus\|Thousand Eyed Kimus]] he could come up with detailed proposals for several of them if he only had time. As such, after speaking with ''Gerard La Salle'' and the rest of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] he has a request for the Imperial Senate.

	He asks if the Senate is interested in learning more about the lighthouses of the Bay, and proposals as to how they might be used to honour the legacies of their nations, prepare for the future, or simply provide the valuable services lighthouses offer. If they are, Eilian proposes that the Senate pass a [[Senate motion\|motion]] formally approving a year long sabbatical for the former historian and their team to continue his exploration of the lighthouses of the Bay, with the support of the herald of the Day realm and the experts gathered at the symposium. There are six potential sites he and his associates could explore in more detail:		He asks if the Senate is interested in learning more about the lighthouses of the Bay, and proposals as to how they might be used to honour the legacies of their nations, prepare for the future, or simply provide the valuable services lighthouses offer. If they are, Eilian proposes that the Senate pass a [[Senate motion\|motion]] formally approving a year long sabbatical for the former historian and their team to continue his exploration of the lighthouses of the Bay, with the support of the herald of the Day realm and the experts gathered at the symposium. There are six potential sites he and his associates could explore in more detail:

Twiggy at 18:18, 13 February 2026

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	Eilian has expressed genuine regret that he was not able to provide further proposals in response to the appraisal. He was able to make little more than a cursory visit to the sites of the other historical beacons that once stood above the Bay of Catazar, many of which have fascinating stories attached to them. He has also been deep in conversation with the peculiar herald ''Fotismos'' who it appears shares an appreciation for lighthouses, both historical and potential. The former historian is confident that together with the emissary of [[Kimus\|Thousand Eyed Kimus]] he could come up with detailed proposals for several of them if he only had time. As such, after speaking with ''Gerard leSalle'' and the rest of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] he has a request for the Imperial Senate.		Eilian has expressed genuine regret that he was not able to provide further proposals in response to the appraisal. He was able to make little more than a cursory visit to the sites of the other historical beacons that once stood above the Bay of Catazar, many of which have fascinating stories attached to them. He has also been deep in conversation with the peculiar herald ''Fotismos'' who it appears shares an appreciation for lighthouses, both historical and potential. The former historian is confident that together with the emissary of [[Kimus\|Thousand Eyed Kimus]] he could come up with detailed proposals for several of them if he only had time. As such, after speaking with ''Gerard leSalle'' and the rest of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] he has a request for the Imperial Senate.

	He asks if the Senate is interested in learning more about the lighthouses of the Bay, and proposals as to how they might be used to honour the legacies of their nations, prepare for the future, or simply provide the valuable services lighthouses offer. If they are, Eilian proposes that the Senate pass a [[Senate motion\|motion]] formally approving a year long sabbatical for the former historian and their team to continue his exploration of the lighthouses of the Bay, with the support of the herald of the Day ~~Realm~~ and the experts gathered at the symposium. There are six potential sites he and his associates could explore in more detail:		He asks if the Senate is interested in learning more about the lighthouses of the Bay, and proposals as to how they might be used to honour the legacies of their nations, prepare for the future, or simply provide the valuable services lighthouses offer. If they are, Eilian proposes that the Senate pass a [[Senate motion\|motion]] formally approving a year long sabbatical for the former historian and their team to continue his exploration of the lighthouses of the Bay, with the support of the herald of the Day realm and the experts gathered at the symposium. There are six potential sites he and his associates could explore in more detail:
	* The proposed lighthouse of [[Caricomare]] which was never completed due to a clash between inspired Ambition and tediously pragmatic economic realities. There are intriguing notes that it was intended in part to help protect low-lying parts of the city of Sarvos from the threat of storms.		* The proposed lighthouse of [[Caricomare]] which was never completed due to a clash between inspired Ambition and tediously pragmatic economic realities. There are intriguing notes that it was intended in part to help protect low-lying parts of the city of Sarvos from the threat of storms.
	* The site of the Pharos of Necropolis which Eilian believes could gain additional impact from its association with the exemplar and founder of Highguard, [[Atuman]].		* The site of the Pharos of Necropolis which Eilian believes could gain additional impact from its association with the exemplar and founder of Highguard, [[Atuman]].

Matt: /* A Vigilant Light */

2026-01-27T17:01:50Z

A Vigilant Light

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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Oran_by_the_Sea.jpg\|caption=The Celesti Lighthouse sits high on the headland overlooking Oran.\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Oran_by_the_Sea.jpg\|caption=The Celesti Lighthouse sits high on the headland overlooking Oran.\|align=left\|width=400}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	'''Cyrus''' [[senator]] for [[Reikos]], seconded by '''Pathfinder Gaddak''' of [[Mareave]], and endorsed by the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]], asked ''[[Appraisal#Eilian Sweetwater\|Eilian Sweetwater]]'' of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] to [[appraisal\|appraise]] ''the restoration or recreation of the great warding lighthouses (such as the Shining Pillar and the Lighthouses of Nikephoros) of the Bay so that we might protect our shores from new eternal threats and uplift the Pride of those nations that have lost their light.'' Eilian, a former researcher with the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] threw himself into the role with relish, appreciating the opportunity to visit and explore several historic locations around the [[Bay of Catazar]].		'''Cyrus''' [[senator]] for [[Reikos]], seconded by '''Pathfinder Gaddak''' of [[Mareave]], and endorsed by the [[Senate]], asked ''[[Appraisal#Eilian Sweetwater\|Eilian Sweetwater]]'' of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] to [[appraisal\|appraise]] ''the restoration or recreation of the great warding lighthouses (such as the Shining Pillar and the Lighthouses of Nikephoros) of the Bay so that we might protect our shores from new eternal threats and uplift the Pride of those nations that have lost their light.'' Eilian, a former researcher with the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] threw himself into the role with relish, appreciating the opportunity to visit and explore several historic locations around the [[Bay of Catazar]].

	There are of course a number of lighthouses around the southern coast of the Empire, but most of those that remain amount to little more than a squat tower with a beacon atop intended to warn about a specific shoal or rocky shore. There were also a number of much larger lighthouses, often inspiring examples of Imperial architecture and engineering. Unfortunately, one by one, over the last few decades they have been destroyed, lost, or left derelict. It is these larger lighthouses that Eilian Sweetwater is particularly interested in. His appraisal, however, begins in [[Sarvos]] where the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] host a meeting of experts from [[the Brass Coast]], [[the League]], [[Highguard]], and [[Urizen]].		There are of course a number of lighthouses around the southern coast of the Empire, but most of those that remain amount to little more than a squat tower with a beacon atop intended to warn about a specific shoal or rocky shore. There were also a number of much larger lighthouses, often inspiring examples of Imperial architecture and engineering. Unfortunately, one by one, over the last few decades they have been destroyed, lost, or left derelict. It is these larger lighthouses that Eilian Sweetwater is particularly interested in. His appraisal, however, begins in [[Sarvos]] where the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] host a meeting of experts from [[the Brass Coast]], [[the League]], [[Highguard]], and [[Urizen]].

Twiggy at 20:37, 18 September 2025

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Vsabo: /* A Vigilant Light */

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A Vigilant Light

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	Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.		Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.

	The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 ~~Thrones~~. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.		The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.

	It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.		It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.

Beeswax: /* A Vigilant Light */

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A Vigilant Light

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	Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.		Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.

	The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|~~rading~~ action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 Thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.		The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 Thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.

	It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.		It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.
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	<tr><td>'''Upkeep:''' None (unless Broken Shore Bounty restored)</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Upkeep:''' None (unless Broken Shore Bounty restored)</td></tr>
	</table></div>		</table></div>

	===Light in the Storm===		===Light in the Storm===
	* '''Kimus offers to infuse Day magic into the lighthouse via the lamp'''		* '''Kimus offers to infuse Day magic into the lighthouse via the lamp'''

Hailmur: /* Light in the Storm */

2025-07-17T11:18:32Z

Light in the Storm

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	Instead it will create a new scouting voyage '''Patrol the Bay of Catazar''' that will allow ''any'' Imperial vessels to patrol the Bay, helping anyone who gets into trouble, and also being alert for any signs of threat or peculiar developments at sea or on its shore. It would essentially work like a [[spy network]] focused on the Bay itself rather than its coasts, alert for movements of ships, supernatural threats from the depths, and the likes. The rewards would be the same as Escort Imperial Shipping, but in addition if at least 1500 effective strength was applied to the action in a season it would produce a short spy report detailing any interesting events taking place across the Bay.		Instead it will create a new scouting voyage '''Patrol the Bay of Catazar''' that will allow ''any'' Imperial vessels to patrol the Bay, helping anyone who gets into trouble, and also being alert for any signs of threat or peculiar developments at sea or on its shore. It would essentially work like a [[spy network]] focused on the Bay itself rather than its coasts, alert for movements of ships, supernatural threats from the depths, and the likes. The rewards would be the same as Escort Imperial Shipping, but in addition if at least 1500 effective strength was applied to the action in a season it would produce a short spy report detailing any interesting events taking place across the Bay.

	The Lighthouse would also restore the confidence of the common folk around the Bay that the Freeborn Corsairs are looking out for them. Once work were complete, the Imperial Senate could use a senate motion to re-open the ''Broken Shore Bounty'' as a Freeborn National Bourse Seat appointed by [[Tally of the Votes]]. It would have the usual upkeep for an [[ilium]] seat - 5 thrones each season - and provide 7 ilium each season. If they chose to do so, the Senate could place the Lighthouse Keeper themselves in charge of the Bounty, making it a Bourse Seat with additional benefits.		The Lighthouse would also restore the confidence of the common folk around the Bay that the Freeborn Corsairs are looking out for them. Once work were complete, the Imperial Senate could use a senate motion to re-open the ''Broken Shore Bounty'' as a Freeborn National Bourse Seat appointed by [[Tally of the Votes]]. It would have the usual upkeep for an [[ilium]] seat - two thrones each season - and provide 7 ilium each season. If they chose to do so, the Senate could place the Lighthouse Keeper themselves in charge of the Bounty, making it a Bourse Seat with additional benefits.

	Obviously, if the Lighthouse were destroyed or looted again these benefits would be lost - one reason Fotismos is eager to stress that the larger, fortified lighthouse is a much better bet than the smaller, less defensible, version.		Obviously, if the Lighthouse were destroyed or looted again these benefits would be lost - one reason Fotismos is eager to stress that the larger, fortified lighthouse is a much better bet than the smaller, less defensible, version.

Hailmur: /* A Phoenix Rises */

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A Phoenix Rises

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	Following the liberation of Feroz, the lighthouse was left in a parlous shape; the foundations remain but the mirrors and the gorgeous lamp have been looted. It still serves as an intimidating sight above the cliffs of Oran, and it is perhaps unsurprising that the [[Children of Wrecks]] sought to [[Send_for_me#Butcher's_Yard_(Feroz)\|bring it down]] in Winter 386YE - another thumb to the eye of the Freeborn. Fortunately the [[Strategos\|Strategos of the Brass Coast]], '''Gael i Guerra''', organised a warband of Imperial heroes to ensure the wreckers were defeated and so the tower at least still stands.		Following the liberation of Feroz, the lighthouse was left in a parlous shape; the foundations remain but the mirrors and the gorgeous lamp have been looted. It still serves as an intimidating sight above the cliffs of Oran, and it is perhaps unsurprising that the [[Children of Wrecks]] sought to [[Send_for_me#Butcher's_Yard_(Feroz)\|bring it down]] in Winter 386YE - another thumb to the eye of the Freeborn. Fortunately the [[Strategos\|Strategos of the Brass Coast]], '''Gael i Guerra''', organised a warband of Imperial heroes to ensure the wreckers were defeated and so the tower at least still stands.

	Given its long history, and the impossibility of visiting the site where the Shining Pillar once stood (it is now a howling maelstrom that allegedly opens into the very realm of [[Siakha]] herself), Eilian makes a point of visiting the damaged tower and speaking with representatives of the ''Celesti'' about the possibility of repairing and restoring it. Just restoring the lighthouse would be an easy task. The structure is sound, only the lamp and mirrors require replacement. A [[commission]], and three ~~seasons~~ of work would restore the beacon and allow the lighthouse to function again just as it did before.		Given its long history, and the impossibility of visiting the site where the Shining Pillar once stood (it is now a howling maelstrom that allegedly opens into the very realm of [[Siakha]] herself), Eilian makes a point of visiting the damaged tower and speaking with representatives of the ''Celesti'' about the possibility of repairing and restoring it. Just restoring the lighthouse would be an easy task. The structure is sound, only the lamp and mirrors require replacement. A [[commission]], and three months of work would restore the beacon and allow the lighthouse to function again just as it did before.

	===A Vigilant Light===		===A Vigilant Light===

Rafferty: /* Conclusions */

2025-07-16T12:42:43Z

Conclusions

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	As well as a philosophical discussion of lighthouses, however, the symposium at Sarvos brings out a number of practical opportunities. With their heads close together, a set of general plans are created and made available to builders across the Empire. They include designs, diagrams, and theory needed to create a "[[#A Warning Light\|standard lighthouse]]" - a simple tower with a light atop it - and a more impressive and effective "[[#A Welcoming Beacon\|great lighthouse]]" suitable to serve as a potent beacon to Imperial ships.		As well as a philosophical discussion of lighthouses, however, the symposium at Sarvos brings out a number of practical opportunities. With their heads close together, a set of general plans are created and made available to builders across the Empire. They include designs, diagrams, and theory needed to create a "[[#A Warning Light\|standard lighthouse]]" - a simple tower with a light atop it - and a more impressive and effective "[[#A Welcoming Beacon\|great lighthouse]]" suitable to serve as a potent beacon to Imperial ships.

	Following the symposium, Eilian visits several historic locations around the Bay with a small gaggle of builders, architects, scholars, and visionaries and also presents a set of proposals for several ''grand lighthouses'' built on a foundation of Imperial history.
	===Participation===		===Participation===
	It's entirely acceptable for any character with an interest in lighthouses, the construction or symbolism thereof, to have attended this symposium and met with other delegates, debated the meaning of towers and beacons, and shared concerns about whatever form this peculiar threat might take.		It's entirely acceptable for any character with an interest in lighthouses, the construction or symbolism thereof, to have attended this symposium and met with other delegates, debated the meaning of towers and beacons, and shared concerns about whatever form this peculiar threat might take.

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	Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.		Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.

	The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 ~~Thrones~~. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.		The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[citadel]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.

	It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.		It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.

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	<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">'''Fortify the Celesti Lighthouse'''</tr>		<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">'''Fortify the Celesti Lighthouse'''</tr>
	<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' ~~Citadel (~~Fortification)</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' Fortification</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Location:''' Oranseri, Feroz</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Location:''' Oranseri, Feroz</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 120 [[white granite]] and 30 [[mithril]], 450 crowns labour costs</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 120 [[white granite]] and 30 [[mithril]], 450 crowns labour costs</td></tr>
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	<tr><td>'''Effects:'''		<tr><td>'''Effects:'''
	* Raises the level of investment for trading fleets in Feroz by one		* Raises the level of investment for trading fleets in Feroz by one
	* Defends the region as a level one ~~citadel~~		* Defends the region as a level one fortification
	* Allows Freeborn fleets to take a guarding voyage to defend Oranseri from attack by sea		* Allows Freeborn fleets to take a guarding voyage to defend Oranseri from attack by sea
	* Remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri		* Remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri
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	<tr><td>'''Responsibilities:''' To oversee the Lighthouse, and protect the shores of the Brass Coast from threats of all kinds</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Responsibilities:''' To oversee the Lighthouse, and protect the shores of the Brass Coast from threats of all kinds</td></tr>
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	* '''The tower could become the centrepiece of a massive ~~citadel~~		* '''The tower could become the centrepiece of a massive fortification
	* '''As well as protecting the coast it could be fortified further by Imperial fleets		* '''As well as protecting the coast it could be fortified further by Imperial fleets
	* '''It would also function as a great work supporting Freeborn fleets in Feroz		* '''It would also function as a great work supporting Freeborn fleets in Feroz
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	Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.		Eilian is somewhat inspired by [[Necropolis#Reumah's_Rest\|Reumah's rest]] in [[Necropolis]]. The massive lighthouse itself is built of white granite, and could be heavily reinforced in the manner of a fortified tower or small keep without damaging its beauty. In addition, though, Eilian's proposal includes strategically placed barricades, two small forts, and the best warning bells that can be purchased from [[Highguard]]. As well as a keeper, the Celesti Lighthouse would be garrisoned by a group of elite Freeborn marines. If enemies are spotted or encountered, the garrison would quickly rouse and stand ready to defend the shores, while messengers could be sent swiftly inland to provide warning of the attack.

	The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[~~citadel~~]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.		The great lighthouse Eilian proposes would be a [[fortification]] costing 120 white granite and 30 mithril, with a labour cost of 450 crowns and taking a year to complete. At the end of that time, the Celesti Lighthouse beacon would once again shine across the Bay, a source of Pride and a subtle reminder of Barabbas' ambition to one day conquer the Broken Shore. As well as protecting Oranseri (and itself of course), it would also function as a great work raising the level of investment in fleets based in Feroz by one rank bonus when they undertake a [[Fleet#Trading\|trading action]] (if the territory already has a great work that enhances fleets, the price will be increased proportionally). The new Lighthouse would have an upkeep of 10 thrones. As well as its more traditional benefits, however, it would have two other effects.

	It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.		It would remove the [[Region_qualities#Abandoned\|abandoned]] quality from Oranseri; both the reassuring light and the protection it offers would make Freeborn much more likely to risk resettling Oran. Combined with the [[Send_for_me#Inkworks_of_Joharra\|Inkworks of Joharra]], the town would begin to reclaim its former glory.

	Finally, any [[fleet]] will be able to take a [[Fleet#Guarding\|guarding]] action to support the lighthouse. They will add their strength to that of the ~~citadel~~ if it is attacked ''from the sea'', but crucially they will also defend the coastal waters of the entire territory from invasion, sea monsters, raiders and the like. Normally a fleet cannot support a fortification ~~or citadel~~; this grand fortified lighthouses and coastal defences would be an exception to that rule.		Finally, any [[fleet]] will be able to take a [[Fleet#Guarding\|guarding]] action to support the lighthouse. They will add their strength to that of the fortification if it is attacked ''from the sea'', but crucially they will also defend the coastal waters of the entire territory from invasion, sea monsters, raiders and the like. Normally a fleet cannot support a fortification; this grand fortified lighthouses and coastal defences would be an exception to that rule.

	The title of Celesti Lighthouse Keeper would be restored, but rather than a ministry that can purchase mana, it would represent a [[sinecure]] representing willing donations from Freeborn ship captains. The title would be appointed by Tally of the Votes rather than chosen by the Senators - those directly affected by the lighthouse would make the decision of who its custodian should be - and their responsibilities would expand to protecting the shores of the Brass Coast from threats of all kinds.		The title of Celesti Lighthouse Keeper would be restored, but rather than a ministry that can purchase mana, it would represent a [[sinecure]] representing willing donations from Freeborn ship captains. The title would be appointed by Tally of the Votes rather than chosen by the Senators - those directly affected by the lighthouse would make the decision of who its custodian should be - and their responsibilities would expand to protecting the shores of the Brass Coast from threats of all kinds.

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	'''Cyrus''' [[senator]] for [[Reikos]], seconded by '''Pathfinder Gaddak''' of [[Mareave]], and endorsed by the [[Imperial Senate]], asked ''[[Appraisal#Eilian Sweetwater\|Eilian Sweetwater]]'' of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] to [[appraisal\|appraise]] ''the restoration or recreation of the great warding lighthouses (such as the Shining Pillar and the Lighthouses of ~~Nikiphoros~~) of the Bay so that we might protect our shores from new eternal threats and uplift the Pride of those nations that have lost their light.'' Eilian, a former researcher with the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] threw himself into the role with relish, appreciating the opportunity to visit and explore several historic locations around the [[Bay of Catazar]].		'''Cyrus''' [[senator]] for [[Reikos]], seconded by '''Pathfinder Gaddak''' of [[Mareave]], and endorsed by the [[Imperial Senate]], asked ''[[Appraisal#Eilian Sweetwater\|Eilian Sweetwater]]'' of the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] to [[appraisal\|appraise]] ''the restoration or recreation of the great warding lighthouses (such as the Shining Pillar and the Lighthouses of Nikephoros) of the Bay so that we might protect our shores from new eternal threats and uplift the Pride of those nations that have lost their light.'' Eilian, a former researcher with the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] threw himself into the role with relish, appreciating the opportunity to visit and explore several historic locations around the [[Bay of Catazar]].

	There are of course a number of lighthouses around the southern coast of the Empire, but most of those that remain amount to little more than a squat tower with a beacon atop intended to warn about a specific shoal or rocky shore. There were also a number of much larger lighthouses, often inspiring examples of Imperial architecture and engineering. Unfortunately, one by one, over the last few decades they have been destroyed, lost, or left derelict. It is these larger lighthouses that Eilian Sweetwater is particularly interested in. His appraisal, however, begins in [[Sarvos]] where the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] host a meeting of experts from [[the Brass Coast]], [[the League]], [[Highguard]], and [[Urizen]].		There are of course a number of lighthouses around the southern coast of the Empire, but most of those that remain amount to little more than a squat tower with a beacon atop intended to warn about a specific shoal or rocky shore. There were also a number of much larger lighthouses, often inspiring examples of Imperial architecture and engineering. Unfortunately, one by one, over the last few decades they have been destroyed, lost, or left derelict. It is these larger lighthouses that Eilian Sweetwater is particularly interested in. His appraisal, however, begins in [[Sarvos]] where the [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticators Office]] host a meeting of experts from [[the Brass Coast]], [[the League]], [[Highguard]], and [[Urizen]].
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	<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 16 wains of [[mithril]], 48 crowns in labour</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 16 wains of [[mithril]], 48 crowns in labour</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Time:''' 1 season</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Time:''' 1 season</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Availability: ~~Openended~~</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Availability: Open-ended</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Effect:''' Fully restores the beautiful and historic Celesti lighthouse</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Effect:''' Fully restores the beautiful and historic Celesti lighthouse</td></tr>
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	* The proposed lighthouse of [[Caricomare]] which was never completed due to a clash between inspired Ambition and tediously pragmatic economic realities. There are intriguing notes that it was intended in part to help protect low-lying parts of the city of Sarvos from the threat of storms.		* The proposed lighthouse of [[Caricomare]] which was never completed due to a clash between inspired Ambition and tediously pragmatic economic realities. There are intriguing notes that it was intended in part to help protect low-lying parts of the city of Sarvos from the threat of storms.
	* The site of the Pharos of Necropolis which Eilian believes could gain additional impact from its association with the exemplar and founder of Highguard, [[Atuman]].		* The site of the Pharos of Necropolis which Eilian believes could gain additional impact from its association with the exemplar and founder of Highguard, [[Atuman]].
	* The Lighthouse of ~~Nikeporos~~, destroyed during a recent [[On_southern_sands#On_Wings_of_Storm\|battle with the Grendel]] which is said to have stood atop a peculiar [[regio]] tied to the [[Realm#Winter\|Winter realm]].		* The Lighthouse of Nikephoros, destroyed during a recent [[On_southern_sands#On_Wings_of_Storm\|battle with the Grendel]] which is said to have stood atop a peculiar [[regio]] tied to the [[Realm#Winter\|Winter realm]].
	* The lighthouses that currently stand along the shores of [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]], associated with the restored port of Elos in Redoubt, that once safeguarded the maritime aspirations of the people of Urizen. The herald ~~Forismos~~ is especially interested in this one.		* The lighthouses that currently stand along the shores of [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]], associated with the restored port of Elos in Redoubt, that once safeguarded the maritime aspirations of the people of Urizen. The herald Fotismos is especially interested in this one.
	* The [[Spiral#The Lighthouse of Apulian\|Lighthouse of Apulian]] in Spiral, which was a [[great work]] constructed in pre-Imperial times destroyed by ''Hadrian of Apulian'' with its own dedicated cadre of [[Spiral_Spoils_of_War#The_Lighthouse_Keepers\|Lighthouse Keepers]].		* The [[Spiral#The Lighthouse of Apulian\|Lighthouse of Apulian]] in Spiral, which was a [[great work]] constructed in pre-Imperial times destroyed by ''Hadrian of Apulian'' with its own dedicated cadre of [[Spiral_Spoils_of_War#The_Lighthouse_Keepers\|Lighthouse Keepers]].
	* The [[Mareave#The Lighthouse of Icarion\|Lighthouse of Icarion]], originally built in an old Urizen style, that stands along the clifftops near the southern end of the [[Mareave#Apulian Way\|Apulian Way]].		* The [[Mareave#The Lighthouse of Icarion\|Lighthouse of Icarion]], originally built in an old Urizen style, that stands along the clifftops near the southern end of the [[Mareave#Apulian Way\|Apulian Way]].