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==Overview==
==Overview==
The Bishop of the Navigators (or ''Bisschop van de Zeevaarders'' to some of the [[Sarcophan Delves|Sarcophan]]) is an [[Imperial title]] charged with maintaining good relations between the priests at the [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators|Temple of the Way]] in the [[Sarcophan Delves]], known as the [[#Cathedral of the Navigators|Cathedral of the Navigators]], and the local populace.
The Bishop of the Navigators (or ''Bisschop van de Zeevaarders'' to some of the [[Sarcophan Delves|Sarcophan]]) is an [[Imperial title]] charged with maintaining good relations between the priests at the [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators|Temple of the Way]] in the [[Sarcophan Delves]], known as the [[#Cathedral of the Navigators|Cathedral of the Navigators]], and the local populace.
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Imperial priests serving in Sarcophan will look to the Bishop to resolve any issues between themselves and the Sarcophan, in conjunction with the [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]].
Imperial priests serving in Sarcophan will look to the Bishop to resolve any issues between themselves and the Sarcophan, in conjunction with the [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]].


===Ministry===
===Merchant Ministry===
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<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">'''Sarcophan Gifts'''</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;"></td></tr>
<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Total Liao Donated</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Production</td></tr>
<tr><td>12 doses of liao</td><td>3 measures of beggar's lye, 3 ingots of weltsilver 4 marrowort, 4 imperial roseweald</td></tr>
<tr><td>11 doses of liao</td><td>4 measures of orichalcum, 2 ingots of tempest jade, 3 measures of iridescent gloaming, and 4 cerulean mazzarine</td></tr>
<tr><td>28 doses of liao</td><td>6 measures of beggar's lye, 6 ingots of weltsilver, 6 marrowort, 6 imperial roseweald, and 4 random herbs</td></tr>
<tr><td>28 doses of liao</td><td>9 measures of orichalcum, 5 ingots of iridescent gloaming, 4 ingots of tempest jade, and 8 cerulean mazzarine</td></tr>
<tr><td>50 doses of liao</td><td>9 measures of beggar's lye, 9 ingots of weltsilver, 8 marrowort, 8 imperial roseweald, and 9 random herbs</td></tr>
<tr><td>56 doses of liao</td><td>12 measures of orichalcum, 10 ingots of iridescent gloaming, 7 ingots of tempest jade, and 12 cerulean mazzarine</td></tr>
<tr><td>77 doses of liao</td><td>12 measures of beggar's lye, 12 ingots of weltsilver, 10 marrowort, 10 imperial roseweald, and 13 random herbs</td></tr>
<tr><td>78 doses of liao</td><td>16 measures of orichalcum, 11 ingots of iridescent gloaming, 10 ingots of tempest jade, and 16 cerulean mazzarine</td></tr>
<tr><td>108 doses of liao</td><td>15 measures of beggar's lye, 15 ingots of weltsilver, 12 marrowort, 12 imperial roseweald, and 18 random herbs </td></tr>
<tr><td>101 doses of liao</td><td>19 measures of orichalcum, 14 ingots of iridescent gloaming, 13 ingots of tempest jade, and 20 cerulean mazzarine</td></tr>
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By donating [[liao]] to the Cathedral, the Bishop receives gifts and recompense in a manner identical to that of a [[ministry]]. The Bishop spends their liao and makes their choices during downtime from their character page. Liao is removed from, and resources are placed into, the character's inventory when the downtime is processed.
By donating [[liao]] to the Cathedral, the Bishop receives gifts and recompense in a manner identical to that of a [[ministry]]. The Bishop spends their liao and makes their choices during downtime from their character page. Liao is removed from, and resources are placed into, the character's inventory when the downtime is processed.
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<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">'''Low Ministry'''</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;"></td></tr>
<tr><td>28 doses of liao</td><td>12 random herbs and 8 crowns</td></tr>
<tr><td>50 doses of liao</td><td>18 random herbs and 12 crowns</td></tr>
<tr><td>78 doses of liao</td><td>24 random herbs and 16 crowns</td></tr>
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===The Low Ministry===
When priests of the Way visited Sarcophan to [[Parts_of_speech#Sarcophan|spread news]] of the [[The_Doctrines_of_the_Faith#The_Doctrine_of_Enlightenment|Doctrine of Enlightenment]], they were supported by Tabris, Son of Armisael themselves, the then Bishop of the Navigators. This unexpectedly increased demand for [[liao]] significantly in the Delves. As such the Bishop's ability to [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Ministry|donate liao]] to the Cathedral's work increased, adding an additional ministry specifically dedicated to dealing with the poorer segment of Sarcophan Delves society. They don't have the kind of wealth their richer neighbours can contribute, but they are no less interested in receiving the "blessings" the Cathedral has to offer and if anything are even more enthusiastic about the virtues of Ambition and Prosperity.


==Appointment==
==Appointment==
This title is appointed during the Summer Solstice. The Liaison is [[appointment|appointed]] by a [[judgement]] of [[Appointment]] in the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly]].  
This title is appointed during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop is [[appointment|appointed]] by a [[judgement]] of [[Appointment]] in the [[Assembly#General_Assembly|General Assembly]].  


Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the General Assembly and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]].
Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the General Assembly and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine|Assembly of the Nine]].
 
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{{RecentElections|Bishop_of_the_Navigators}}
==Cathedral of the Navigators==
==Cathedral of the Navigators==
 
This massive white granite temple of the Way dominates the skyline of the Buitenlandsewijk, an area of the Delves where foreign investment is welcomed and encouraged. Seven tower-shrines, each dedicated to one of the virtues, surround a central bastion where priests of the Way preach [[the Doctrines of the Faith]] to visiting pilgrims, and to local adherents. Each of the eight towers is topped with a dome of polished mithril that catches the light of the rising and setting sun in a way that is described as both majestic and inspiring.
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{{RecentElections|Bishop_of_the_Navigators}}
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Latest revision as of 10:17, 20 June 2024

Starcathedral.jpg
Final impression of the planned cathedral of the Navigators.

Overview

The Bishop of the Navigators (or Bisschop van de Zeevaarders to some of the Sarcophan) is an Imperial title charged with maintaining good relations between the priests at the Temple of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves, known as the Cathedral of the Navigators, and the local populace.

Responsibilities

The Bishop is responsible for supporting the Cathedral of the Navigators in Sarcophan, and maintaining the relationship between the Imperial Synod and the priests serving there. For the most part, this is likely to involve smoothing over any conflicts, and dealing with any problems of opportunities related to the Cathedral.

Powers

Point of Contact

Imperial priests serving in Sarcophan will look to the Bishop to resolve any issues between themselves and the Sarcophan, in conjunction with the Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves and the Assembly of the Nine.

Merchant Ministry

Sarcophan Gifts
12 doses of liao3 measures of beggar's lye, 3 ingots of weltsilver 4 marrowort, 4 imperial roseweald
28 doses of liao6 measures of beggar's lye, 6 ingots of weltsilver, 6 marrowort, 6 imperial roseweald, and 4 random herbs
50 doses of liao9 measures of beggar's lye, 9 ingots of weltsilver, 8 marrowort, 8 imperial roseweald, and 9 random herbs
77 doses of liao12 measures of beggar's lye, 12 ingots of weltsilver, 10 marrowort, 10 imperial roseweald, and 13 random herbs
108 doses of liao15 measures of beggar's lye, 15 ingots of weltsilver, 12 marrowort, 12 imperial roseweald, and 18 random herbs

By donating liao to the Cathedral, the Bishop receives gifts and recompense in a manner identical to that of a ministry. The Bishop spends their liao and makes their choices during downtime from their character page. Liao is removed from, and resources are placed into, the character's inventory when the downtime is processed.

Low Ministry
28 doses of liao12 random herbs and 8 crowns
50 doses of liao18 random herbs and 12 crowns
78 doses of liao24 random herbs and 16 crowns

The Low Ministry

When priests of the Way visited Sarcophan to spread news of the Doctrine of Enlightenment, they were supported by Tabris, Son of Armisael themselves, the then Bishop of the Navigators. This unexpectedly increased demand for liao significantly in the Delves. As such the Bishop's ability to donate liao to the Cathedral's work increased, adding an additional ministry specifically dedicated to dealing with the poorer segment of Sarcophan Delves society. They don't have the kind of wealth their richer neighbours can contribute, but they are no less interested in receiving the "blessings" the Cathedral has to offer and if anything are even more enthusiastic about the virtues of Ambition and Prosperity.

Appointment

This title is appointed during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop is appointed by a judgement of Appointment in the General Assembly.

Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the General Assembly and the Assembly of the Nine.

BishopNavigators.jpg
Tabris, Son of Armisael; Bishop of the Navigators
SummitNationElectedVotes
Summer Solstice 386YEHighguardKeziah444 Votes
Summer Solstice 385YEHighguardTabris, Son of Armisael420 Votes
Summer Solstice 384YEHighguardTabris, Son of Armisael355 Votes

Recent Elections

This title is currently held by Keziah; it will be reelected at Summer Solstice 387YE. The table to the right shows the citizens who have been elected to hold this title in the years since Empress Britta died.

Cathedral of the Navigators

This massive white granite temple of the Way dominates the skyline of the Buitenlandsewijk, an area of the Delves where foreign investment is welcomed and encouraged. Seven tower-shrines, each dedicated to one of the virtues, surround a central bastion where priests of the Way preach the Doctrines of the Faith to visiting pilgrims, and to local adherents. Each of the eight towers is topped with a dome of polished mithril that catches the light of the rising and setting sun in a way that is described as both majestic and inspiring.

The Title in Play

The role does not provide additional information about events in the Empire, nor allow the player holding it to request special reports or downtime actions. These details are assumed to be below the abstraction layer. The title holder is encouraged to create their own stories about their activities within reasonable limits and to get involved in events appropriate to their title during the game, but they do not have any powers beyond those explicitly listed in the section on powers.

These details exist partly to provide context and character to the role - and partly to allow our writers to use the title as a plot hook. Plot that involves the position will be rare - but all the campaign positions in Empire have these details to create the potential for it to happen.