Resonance and mitigation - Revision history

Twiggy at 15:23, 19 March 2026

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	* '''The Witness of Conclave is being watched to see what happens'''		* '''The Witness of Conclave is being watched to see what happens'''
	* '''The Imperial Censor could interdict the practice of Imperial enchantments'''		* '''The Imperial Censor could interdict the practice of Imperial enchantments'''
	The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..		The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike.

	Last Winter, the [[Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.

Twiggy at 18:06, 7 February 2026

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	The [[Imperial Magus]] has reassured the magicians of the Empire that investigations are underway to find ways of mitigating the negative effects of Imperial enchantments. How do they intend to do that? Many magicians' reading of the declaration assumed that would mean an [[appraisal]] brought before the Senate, but recent events seem to have made that an even more pressing concern. The Conclave operates under the general aegis of the Senate, and the Imperial Magus has a ''responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters''. There is a great deal of interest in what advice they intend to provide on the matter of Cold Sun, and of the omnihedron rituals.		The [[Imperial Magus]] has reassured the magicians of the Empire that investigations are underway to find ways of mitigating the negative effects of Imperial enchantments. How do they intend to do that? Many magicians' reading of the declaration assumed that would mean an [[appraisal]] brought before the Senate, but recent events seem to have made that an even more pressing concern. The Conclave operates under the general aegis of the Senate, and the Imperial Magus has a ''responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters''. There is a great deal of interest in what advice they intend to provide on the matter of Cold Sun, and of the omnihedron rituals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Gralka1693.jpg\|\|caption=Gralka, Archmage of Day\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Gralka1693.jpg\|\|caption=Gralka, Archmage of Day\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Finally, there is the [[Archmage of Day]] herself. Both the eternals of the Day ~~Realm~~, and [[Day magic]] of such significant power, are part of the Archmage's remit. What role did the [[archmage]] play in these events? What guidance can she provide now that Cold Sun's armies are in the Empire? Now that Cold Sun is here, what does she intend to do about it?		Finally, there is the [[Archmage of Day]] herself. Both the eternals of the Day realm, and [[Day magic]] of such significant power, are part of the Archmage's remit. What role did the [[archmage]] play in these events? What guidance can she provide now that Cold Sun's armies are in the Empire? Now that Cold Sun is here, what does she intend to do about it?

	==OOC Note==		==OOC Note==

Matt: Text replacement - "Senate" to "Senate"

2026-01-15T22:26:45Z

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	The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..		The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..

	Last Winter, the [[~~Senate\|~~Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

2026-01-15T15:02:13Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

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	Imperial magistrates intend to pursue an investigation into possible [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Crimes_of_Position\|treason]] for "aiding eternals to act against the interests of the Empire." Yet the [[Imperial Constitution]] charges the Conclave with determining "''the fit and proper use of magic in the service of the Empire''." While they have not yet done so, the Conclave could use a [[declaration]] of [[Endorsement]] to make clear that they support the casting of Bright Eyes Gleam in the Depths. If an Endorsement is raised and passes, it instructs the Magistrates not to prosecute the named act of magic. The endorsed act is considered to be a fit and proper use of magic and thus prosecution cannot be in the best interests of the Empire. Those who carry out the act are legally protected and while militia may investigate to ensure everything is in order, those involved cannot be prosecuted or sued for an endorsed act. It is not impossible that the [[Scrutiny#Constitutional_Court\|Constitutional Court]] might strike down a poorly-worded endorsement, but their [[Endorsement#Scrutiny\|criteria for doing so]] are very narrow.		Imperial magistrates intend to pursue an investigation into possible [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Crimes_of_Position\|treason]] for "aiding eternals to act against the interests of the Empire." Yet the [[Imperial Constitution]] charges the Conclave with determining "''the fit and proper use of magic in the service of the Empire''." While they have not yet done so, the Conclave could use a [[declaration]] of [[Endorsement]] to make clear that they support the casting of Bright Eyes Gleam in the Depths. If an Endorsement is raised and passes, it instructs the Magistrates not to prosecute the named act of magic. The endorsed act is considered to be a fit and proper use of magic and thus prosecution cannot be in the best interests of the Empire. Those who carry out the act are legally protected and while militia may investigate to ensure everything is in order, those involved cannot be prosecuted or sued for an endorsed act. It is not impossible that the [[Scrutiny#Constitutional_Court\|Constitutional Court]] might strike down a poorly-worded endorsement, but their [[Endorsement#Scrutiny\|criteria for doing so]] are very narrow.

	While such a declaration might provide retroactive protection to those who performed the ritual, however, there is a limit to that protection. Endorsement does ''nothing'' to prevent or suppress any civil unrest that an act of magic may trigger - especially if large numbers of lives are lost as a result of an act of magic as they have been here. It does not preclude prosecution for [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Religious_Crimes\|religious crimes]]. Those involved might still be [[Sanction#Condemnation\|condemned]] by [[judgement]] of the Synod or even subject to [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunication]]. The [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] may also choose to take action regardless of Endorsement - the Conclave orders operate "''under the general aegis of the Senate''" after all.		While such a declaration might provide retroactive protection to those who performed the ritual, however, there is a limit to that protection. Endorsement does ''nothing'' to prevent or suppress any civil unrest that an act of magic may trigger - especially if large numbers of lives are lost as a result of an act of magic as they have been here. It does not preclude prosecution for [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Religious_Crimes\|religious crimes]]. Those involved might still be [[Sanction#Condemnation\|condemned]] by [[judgement]] of the Synod or even subject to [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunication]]. The [[Senate]] may also choose to take action regardless of Endorsement - the Conclave orders operate "''under the general aegis of the Senate''" after all.

	==Thresh the Fields==		==Thresh the Fields==
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	The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..		The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..

	Last Winter, the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].

Matt: /* Thresh the Fields */

2023-09-02T19:09:53Z

Thresh the Fields

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	It's not clear exactly what the Marchers ''want'' here, but the threat to withhold their taxes is a serious one. Not everyone would participate of course, but the Marcher territories are reasonably rich despite their recent troubles, and if the situation dragged on it is entirely possible their example would begin to spread to other lands - potentially crippling the Imperial Treasury.		It's not clear exactly what the Marchers ''want'' here, but the threat to withhold their taxes is a serious one. Not everyone would participate of course, but the Marcher territories are reasonably rich despite their recent troubles, and if the situation dragged on it is entirely possible their example would begin to spread to other lands - potentially crippling the Imperial Treasury.

	The Marcher National Assembly is the best option for communicating with these disgruntled folk, but one thing that is ''definitely'' not going to be effective is any kind of statement of principle that urges them to be patient, or to trust that the folk at Anvil have the matter in hand. Indeed, if someone, somewhere does not take responsibility for the rampaging heralds of Cold Sun, then it is possible that the folk of the Marches might stop listening to their assembly altogether. After all, while the Assembly provided a list of names of the people who flattened Marcher crops with storms last year, there's no sign that anything actually ''happened'' to those people, or the magicians who ruled their devastating curses to be for the "good of the Empire."		The Marcher National Assembly is the best option for communicating with these disgruntled folk, but one thing that is ''definitely'' not going to be effective is any kind of statement of principle that urges them to be patient, or to trust that the folk at Anvil have the matter in hand. Indeed, if someone, somewhere does not take responsibility for the rampaging heralds of Cold Sun, then it is possible that the folk of the Marches might stop listening to their assembly altogether.
	<div style="float:left; width: 300px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Bryn10084.jpg\|caption=Bryn Netherwatch, Witness of Conclave\|align=left\|width=300}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 300px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Bryn10084.jpg\|caption=Bryn Netherwatch, Witness of Conclave\|align=left\|width=300}}</div>

Novemberalice at 16:57, 31 August 2023

2023-08-31T16:57:35Z

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	</ic>		</ic>
	<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Resonance and mitigation.jpg\|align=left\|caption=Serious questions have been raised about the Conclave's commitment to the ''omnihedron'' project, and their role in the Empire-wide crisis sparked by the arrival of murderous heralds of the Day realm.\|width=600}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Resonance and mitigation.jpg\|align=left\|caption=Serious questions have been raised about the Conclave's commitment to the ''omnihedron'' project, and their role in the Empire-wide crisis sparked by the arrival of murderous heralds of the Day realm.\|width=600}}</div>
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oM3hIEmNCL4}}
	{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=Conclave would see the magical effects being felt across the Empire by the Empire-wide rituals that have been cast, investigated. And investigation into how the detrimental results could be mitigated.\|by=Æsa Sigeling, Imperial Magus\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}		{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=Conclave would see the magical effects being felt across the Empire by the Empire-wide rituals that have been cast, investigated. And investigation into how the detrimental results could be mitigated.\|by=Æsa Sigeling, Imperial Magus\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}
	{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=That we should complete the omnihedron sequence of rituals.\|by=Ariadne of Auric Horizon on behalf of the Sevenfold Path\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}		{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=That we should complete the omnihedron sequence of rituals.\|by=Ariadne of Auric Horizon on behalf of the Sevenfold Path\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}

Vsabo: /* All Eyes On The Conclave */

2023-08-30T12:56:51Z

All Eyes On The Conclave

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	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?

	The [[Imperial Magus]] has reassured the magicians of the Empire that investigations are underway to find ways of mitigating the negative effects of Imperial enchantments. How do they intend to do that? Many magicians reading of the declaration assumed that would mean an [[appraisal]] brought before the Senate, but recent events seem to have made that even more pressing concern. The Conclave operates under the general aegis of the Senate, and the Imperial Magus has a ''responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters''. There is a great deal of interest in what advice they intend to provide on the matter of Cold Sun, and of the omnihedron rituals.		The [[Imperial Magus]] has reassured the magicians of the Empire that investigations are underway to find ways of mitigating the negative effects of Imperial enchantments. How do they intend to do that? Many magicians' reading of the declaration assumed that would mean an [[appraisal]] brought before the Senate, but recent events seem to have made that an even more pressing concern. The Conclave operates under the general aegis of the Senate, and the Imperial Magus has a ''responsibility for providing the Senate with advice on magical matters''. There is a great deal of interest in what advice they intend to provide on the matter of Cold Sun, and of the omnihedron rituals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Gralka1693.jpg\|\|caption=Gralka, Archmage of Day\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Gralka1693.jpg\|\|caption=Gralka, Archmage of Day\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Finally, there is the [[Archmage of Day]] herself. Both the eternals of the Day Realm, and [[Day magic]] of such significant power, are part of the Archmage's remit. What role did the [[archmage]] play in these events? What guidance can she provide now that Cold Sun's armies are in the Empire? Now that Cold Sun is here, what does she intend to do about it?		Finally, there is the [[Archmage of Day]] herself. Both the eternals of the Day Realm, and [[Day magic]] of such significant power, are part of the Archmage's remit. What role did the [[archmage]] play in these events? What guidance can she provide now that Cold Sun's armies are in the Empire? Now that Cold Sun is here, what does she intend to do about it?

Vsabo: /* All Eyes On The Conclave */

2023-08-30T12:54:16Z

All Eyes On The Conclave

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	Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the ~~face~~ the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}
	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?

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2023-08-30T12:53:06Z

All Eyes On The Conclave

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	Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the ~~conclave~~ made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}
	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?

Vsabo: /* All Eyes On The Conclave */

2023-08-30T12:52:17Z

All Eyes On The Conclave

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	Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items". The position was created before the recent changes to the conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}
	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?

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	The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..		The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..

	Last Winter, the [[~~Senate\|~~Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].

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	Imperial magistrates intend to pursue an investigation into possible [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Crimes_of_Position\|treason]] for "aiding eternals to act against the interests of the Empire." Yet the [[Imperial Constitution]] charges the Conclave with determining "''the fit and proper use of magic in the service of the Empire''." While they have not yet done so, the Conclave could use a [[declaration]] of [[Endorsement]] to make clear that they support the casting of Bright Eyes Gleam in the Depths. If an Endorsement is raised and passes, it instructs the Magistrates not to prosecute the named act of magic. The endorsed act is considered to be a fit and proper use of magic and thus prosecution cannot be in the best interests of the Empire. Those who carry out the act are legally protected and while militia may investigate to ensure everything is in order, those involved cannot be prosecuted or sued for an endorsed act. It is not impossible that the [[Scrutiny#Constitutional_Court\|Constitutional Court]] might strike down a poorly-worded endorsement, but their [[Endorsement#Scrutiny\|criteria for doing so]] are very narrow.		Imperial magistrates intend to pursue an investigation into possible [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Crimes_of_Position\|treason]] for "aiding eternals to act against the interests of the Empire." Yet the [[Imperial Constitution]] charges the Conclave with determining "''the fit and proper use of magic in the service of the Empire''." While they have not yet done so, the Conclave could use a [[declaration]] of [[Endorsement]] to make clear that they support the casting of Bright Eyes Gleam in the Depths. If an Endorsement is raised and passes, it instructs the Magistrates not to prosecute the named act of magic. The endorsed act is considered to be a fit and proper use of magic and thus prosecution cannot be in the best interests of the Empire. Those who carry out the act are legally protected and while militia may investigate to ensure everything is in order, those involved cannot be prosecuted or sued for an endorsed act. It is not impossible that the [[Scrutiny#Constitutional_Court\|Constitutional Court]] might strike down a poorly-worded endorsement, but their [[Endorsement#Scrutiny\|criteria for doing so]] are very narrow.

	While such a declaration might provide retroactive protection to those who performed the ritual, however, there is a limit to that protection. Endorsement does ''nothing'' to prevent or suppress any civil unrest that an act of magic may trigger - especially if large numbers of lives are lost as a result of an act of magic as they have been here. It does not preclude prosecution for [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Religious_Crimes\|religious crimes]]. Those involved might still be [[Sanction#Condemnation\|condemned]] by [[judgement]] of the Synod or even subject to [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunication]]. The [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] may also choose to take action regardless of Endorsement - the Conclave orders operate "''under the general aegis of the Senate''" after all.		While such a declaration might provide retroactive protection to those who performed the ritual, however, there is a limit to that protection. Endorsement does ''nothing'' to prevent or suppress any civil unrest that an act of magic may trigger - especially if large numbers of lives are lost as a result of an act of magic as they have been here. It does not preclude prosecution for [[List_of_Criminal_Offences#Religious_Crimes\|religious crimes]]. Those involved might still be [[Sanction#Condemnation\|condemned]] by [[judgement]] of the Synod or even subject to [[Writ of Excommunication\|excommunication]]. The [[Senate]] may also choose to take action regardless of Endorsement - the Conclave orders operate "''under the general aegis of the Senate''" after all.

	==Thresh the Fields==		==Thresh the Fields==
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	The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..		The Marchers are the foremost example of the frustration and anger being directed toward the Conclave across the Empire, but they are not the only ones. There are a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial positions]] whose powers and responsibilities relate directly to the situation at hand, and for the first time in some cases, a great deal of attention is being directed towards those positions by both magicians and non-magicians alike..

	Last Winter, the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].

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	<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Resonance and mitigation.jpg\|align=left\|caption=Serious questions have been raised about the Conclave's commitment to the ''omnihedron'' project, and their role in the Empire-wide crisis sparked by the arrival of murderous heralds of the Day realm.\|width=600}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Resonance and mitigation.jpg\|align=left\|caption=Serious questions have been raised about the Conclave's commitment to the ''omnihedron'' project, and their role in the Empire-wide crisis sparked by the arrival of murderous heralds of the Day realm.\|width=600}}</div>
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oM3hIEmNCL4}}
	{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=Conclave would see the magical effects being felt across the Empire by the Empire-wide rituals that have been cast, investigated. And investigation into how the detrimental results could be mitigated.\|by=Æsa Sigeling, Imperial Magus\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}		{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=Conclave would see the magical effects being felt across the Empire by the Empire-wide rituals that have been cast, investigated. And investigation into how the detrimental results could be mitigated.\|by=Æsa Sigeling, Imperial Magus\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}
	{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=That we should complete the omnihedron sequence of rituals.\|by=Ariadne of Auric Horizon on behalf of the Sevenfold Path\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}		{{Concord\|type=Concord\|declaration=That we should complete the omnihedron sequence of rituals.\|by=Ariadne of Auric Horizon on behalf of the Sevenfold Path\|when=Summer Solstice 385YE}}

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	Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the ~~face~~ the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the fact the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}
	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?

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	Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.		Last Winter, the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] created the title of [[Witness of Conclave]]. The title has responsibility for identifying [[Sorcery\|sorcerers]]; for investigating those with an Imperial Conclave title, to ensure they are not becoming corrupt with power; and to find those who use magic to the detriment of the Empire or treat with eternals to the detriment of fellow Imperial citizens. The title is currently held by ''Bryn Netherwatch'' of Urizen. While a few bitter voices suggest this represents a conflict of interests - given that most people believe the enchantment was raised by an Urizen coven - the majority have the good sense to assume good faith and give the benefit of the doubt at least for the time being. Yet the Witness must be aware that their actions during the Autumn Equinox will be being watched by magicians across the Empire, especially those groups responsible for providing their [[Witness_of_Conclave#Regalia\|regalia]] who have strong views about reckless magic, hubris, and the eternals.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Andronikos8735.png\|caption=Andronikos of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros, Warmage\|align=left\|width=400}}
	Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the ~~conclave~~ made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].		Then there is the matter of the omnihedron itself and the Conclave's stated goal of continuing to build it, presumably by performing the next ritual in sequence at the Autumn Equinox. The same people angry about recent large-scale magic look to the [[Imperial Censor]]. The Censor technically only has a responsibility "for safeguarding the Empire from malign magical items." The position was created before the recent changes to the Conclave made it clear that the Declaration of [[Interdiction]], and the remit of the Conclave as a whole, was as much about the wider question of wicked magic as it was about questionable [[magic items]]. There's some support for the Imperial Senate amending the [[Imperial_Censor#Responsibilities\|responsibilities]] of the Censor to also safeguard against malign magic of all kinds. Regardless, the face the Censor has the [[Imperial_Censor#Powers\|power]] of Interdiction makes them another obvious candidate for leading an investigation into the use of Imperial enchantments. If there are questions about these rituals, or any suspicion that they might be dangerous, the "magical practice" of covering the entire Empire with unpredictable ritual magic could be interdicted with a single declaration by the Imperial Censor - currently '''Cassandra i Periera i Erigo''' of [[the Brass Coast]] - or by any [[Grandmaster]], or by employing the [[Arbiter_of_the_Rogue_Declaration#Rogue_Declaration\|Rogue Declaration]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Aulus4134.jpg\|caption=Aulus of Zenith Ascendant, Imperial Warcaster.\|align=right\|width=400}}
	What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?		What about the [[Warmage]] and the [[Imperial Warcaster]]? Cold Sun categorically represents a military threat to the Empire, one that is magical in origin. There are now actual armies of warlike heralds in eight Imperial territories ([[Kallavesa]], [[Hahnmark]], [[Hercynia]], [[Miaren]], [[Volodmartz]], [[Karov]], [[Segura]], and [[Bastion]]). From everything that has been seen so far, these heralds will kill anyone they encounter and destroy everything that offends their twisted sensibilities. How does the Military Council intend to deal with them, especially given that the Empire's armies are deeply engaged against the Jotun and the Druj, and the peace treaty with the Grendel is about to end? What is the Conclave going to do to help them?