Amend Imperial Magus

I propose a motion to amend the powers of the Imperial Magus to allow for 1 declaration per meeting of the Conclave to supersede the usual running order of the conclave for the usual cost of 1 mana crystal to allow smoother discourse between Conclave and Senate. As supported by a declaration of Concord.

Proposed Morrow, Seconded Reikos

Overview

• The motion amends the title of Imperial Magus, giving them the ability to raise a declaration outside the normal running order of the Conclave agenda.
• The motion references a declaration of concord passed by the imperial Conclave during the summit to support new powers for the Imperial Magus.
• Passed

Date

• Spring 384YE.

Outcome

• The powers of the Imperial Magus were amended (but see also Constitution below).

Constitution

This motion was the subject of extensive additional scrutiny by the Constitutional Court, but in the end they decided not to challenge it. One of the concerns is that it provides the Imperial Magus with a form of precedence that may not be in keeping with the spirit of the Imperial Conclave, where members are broadly considered to have equal status.

OOC Information

Profound Decisions are planning to carry out a complete review of the operation of the Imperial Conclave over winter, with the intention to make changes so that Conclave sessions are quicker and the decisions they make have more impact. With the ever-increasing number of participants attending Empire, we want to create an approach that scales, so that we can provide a better game for 2500+ players. We haven't decided what changes we will make yet, but it is possible that this motion might end up being overturned, or being reinterpreted in a way that attempts to remain true to the spirit but changes the mechanisms whereby it works.

You are welcome to email feedback about the Conclave to us, but please bear in mind that we no work will begin until after the September event is concluded.