Custodian of the Imperial War Memorial
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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
The Custodian is an [[Imperial title]] in the [[Imperial Synod|Synod]]. It grants custodianship of a [[sinecure]]. The position was [[Construct memorial at Anvil |established]] by a motion of the [[Imperial Senate]] during the Summer Solstice 378YE. Following some confusion, the appointment method of the title was [[Amend_title_of_Custodian_of_the_Imperial_War_Memorial|clarified]] by the Imperial Senate in Summer Solstice 381YE. | The Custodian is an [[Imperial title]] in the [[Imperial Synod|Synod]]. It grants custodianship of a [[sinecure]]. The position was [[Construct memorial at Anvil |established]] by a motion of the [[Imperial Senate]] during the Summer Solstice 378YE. Following some confusion, the appointment method of the title was [[Amend_title_of_Custodian_of_the_Imperial_War_Memorial|clarified]] by the Imperial Senate in Summer Solstice 381YE. | ||
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==Powers== | ==Powers== | ||
===A Portion of Liao=== | |||
The Custodian receives 9 doses of [[liao]] to the Custodian each season | |||
===Point of Pilgrimage=== | ===Point of Pilgrimage=== | ||
The | The Imperial War Memorial draws visitors from across the Empire. Some visitors, especially those who have lost loved ones, wish to make donations to help support the Custodian as someone who is traditionally called on to speak on behalf of the dead during memorial services. The Custodian of the Imperial War Memorial receives 4 crowns each season from these donations. | ||
==Appointment== | ==Appointment== | ||
The Custodian is a [[Highguard|Highborn]] [[appointment]] made by a [[judgement]] of the Highguard [[Assembly#The_National_Assemblies|National Assembly]]. This is a national title and can only be held by a Highborn citizen. | The Custodian is a [[Highguard|Highborn]] [[appointment]] made by a [[judgement]] of the Highguard [[Assembly#The_National_Assemblies|National Assembly]]. This is a national title and can only be held by a Highborn citizen. | ||
As with most sinecures, | As with most sinecures, this appointment has [[tenure]]. The assumption is that the Custodian retains the position until they die or step down. They can be [[Revocation|revoked]] by a lesser majority of the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly]], the Assembly of the Nine, or by the Highborn National Assembly. | ||
{{RecentElections|Custodian_of_the_Imperial_War_Memorial}} | |||
[[Category:Title]] | [[Category:Title]] | ||
[[Category:Highguard]] | [[Category:Highguard]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:51, 5 April 2024
Overview
The Custodian is an Imperial title in the Synod. It grants custodianship of a sinecure. The position was established by a motion of the Imperial Senate during the Summer Solstice 378YE. Following some confusion, the appointment method of the title was clarified by the Imperial Senate in Summer Solstice 381YE.
Responsibilities
The Custodian of the Imperial War Memorial is responsible for ensuring the good maintenance of the war memorial itself. Traditionally, individuals who look after such monuments are called on to speak on behalf of the dead especially during memorial services.
Powers
A Portion of Liao
The Custodian receives 9 doses of liao to the Custodian each season
Point of Pilgrimage
The Imperial War Memorial draws visitors from across the Empire. Some visitors, especially those who have lost loved ones, wish to make donations to help support the Custodian as someone who is traditionally called on to speak on behalf of the dead during memorial services. The Custodian of the Imperial War Memorial receives 4 crowns each season from these donations.
Appointment
The Custodian is a Highborn appointment made by a judgement of the Highguard National Assembly. This is a national title and can only be held by a Highborn citizen.
As with most sinecures, this appointment has tenure. The assumption is that the Custodian retains the position until they die or step down. They can be revoked by a lesser majority of the General Assembly, the Assembly of the Nine, or by the Highborn National Assembly.
| Summit | Elected | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Equinox 386YE | Sarah | 206 Votes |
| Summer Solstice 382YE | Jericho | |
| Autumn Equinox 381YE | Magdelana of the Shattered Tower | |
| Winter Solstice 378YE | Ira of Felix's Watch |
Recent Elections
This title is currently held by Sarah. This title has tenure, the occupant may hold the title until it is revoked, they die or they relinquish the position. The table to the right shows the citizens who have been elected to hold this title in the years since Empress Britta died.