Imperial Master of Works

Overview

The Imperial Master of Works is an Imperial Title appointed by the Senate.

The title was created at the Autumn Equinox summit of 377YE. It is not known at this time who was appointed to the title.

Responsibilities

The Master of Works is responsible for overseeing the construction of fortifications on behalf of the Senate.

Powers

Commission Fortifications

The Master of Works can commission, improve and repair fortifications. The materials required to construct the fortification are provided by the Master of Works.

To use this power, the Master of Works provides an appropriate Senate motion to the Civil Service, who present the decision to the Senate during the next session. No voting is possible by the Senate, although they may debate the decision if they wish to. The Imperial Synod may choose to exercise their veto over the Master's decision.

Stipend

The Master of Works receives a stipend of 10 Thrones each season directly from the Imperial Treasury.

Selecting the Master of Works

The Imperial Master of Works is appointed by the Senate as a procedural vote. The title is appointed during the Autumn Equinox. Any Imperial citizen may hold the post.

Removing the Master of Works

The Master of Works is appointed every year. They can be revoked by the General Assembly or the Council of Nine.

History

The position was available for appointment from Autumn Equinox summit of 377YE.