The Magister

Areas of Concern
God-Emperor of the Radiant Empire learning, academic rigor, magic

Personality & Reputation
The Magister started out as a divinely inspired philosopher and teacher amongst the Enkindlers, and was eventually elevated to the position of God-Emperor. He looks now what he has always looked like: a thin, tall old man in luxurious red, black and gold robes, a sagacious frown upon his pale brow.

The Magister made his first appearance when the city of Towerage had just taken shape and the locals disagreed strongly about to what use the edifice should be put. The Magister took it upon himself to adjudicate conflicts, mostly by arguing for the importance of a unified vision. He managed to convince the people of the importance of strict guidelines of behavior, and founded a society of firm laws. While he prized hard work and innovation, he dictated that social order must take precedence over progress.

He never made an overt bid for power, rather the Enkindlers formed a society - the Radiant Empire - around The Magister’s words, thereby turning him into a spiritual head of state. To this day, noble houses of the High Conclave do not bicker about The Magister’s authority, but rather about what his will really is.

The Magister has become increasingly passive through the years, and now may spend decades sitting on his throne, deep in thought. He shows no need for food, drink, sleep, and barely moves. These Ponderings are closely observed at all times by representatives of the court and his clergy, all waiting for an Utterance - cryptic phrases that have oracular authority in the Empyre.

Worship

 * Most Enkindlers, and those who don't will one way or other

Holy Places

 * Empyreal Spire, his seat of government

Notable Creations

 * The Radiant Empire
 * The Empyreal Spire
 * Quillfork