The Maehr'sae Consortium

[Mithradites 1168]

A large notice is pasted on multiple walls in the city of Haelun'or. The words are written in an overly-neat, golden script, with the symbol of the Sullas bloodline heading it. Being the overly curious fellow that you are, you read onward.
 

 

The Maehr’sae Consortium

 

To all those within the Silver Walls, the Consortium Returns

 

Mr L. Sullas laments the passing of his beloved organisation, which was unable to reach the fullness of its potential. Therefore the recreation and revision of the Consortium is hereby announced to the citizenry of the city (and those outside of it who are respectable enough for its ranks). As such, it shall be henceforth known as the Maehr'sae Consortium.

 

Previously, the purpose of the Consortium was to merely be a forum for learned individuals to find similarly-minded comrades in order to further their projects and aims. Now that our city has survived the ravages of war, education and other scholarly activities must take precedence over the sword. Education is paramount to furthering the maehr'sae hiylun'ehya. Thus, this Consortium is for those with an aptitude for scientific and scholarly pursuits to endeavor in learning from one-another. It is, therefore, a highly selective educational institution.

 

However, this is not a place for lazy magii, poets, or any other sort of do-nothing. This Consortium is for serious scholars, as science is a serious matter. To elaborate, if you identify with the following, you need not apply:

 

-You are unable to write tomes upon experiments you have performed.

 

-You feel that magic is worthy of respect in scientific circles.

 

-You are disinclined to explore caves, unruly forests, and ancient ruins for the purposes of study and discovery.

 

-You believe that experimenting on non-consenting sentient beings is morally justifiable.

 

-You feel that the Eternal Library requires further volumes on poetry.

 

If your mindset is unrelated to those stated, then you may apply. However, this Consortium has a number rules by which all members must adhere to. The list is short but succinct, and one hopes there will be no confusion in the matter of following them.

 

1. No idle minds.

If you have no project, nor showing any advancement in a project, then your purpose here is naught, and you will face expulsion.

 

2. No unwilling participants.

We will not debase ourselves to kidnapping individuals for experimentation. Exceptions to this rule can be made, but only in extraordinary circumstances.

 

3. No theft of research.

Taking/using a member's work without their permission will be met with scorn, and immediate expulsion.

 

4. No tarnishing of the Consortiums reputation.

Good behaviour, regardless of where you may be, is expected on those within this organisation. If you feel liable to law-breaking (any law of any nation) for your research, expect immediate expulsion.

 

5. No sharing of Consortium information designated as "sensitive" without the explicit permission of the Maehr Circle.

Some knowledge is best not shared with those who would use it for ill-purposes.

 

Individuals ascending through the hierarchy (excluding those of lay-members) will receive official papers acknowledging their level of input and success within the Consortium. Each of these will be signed by the members of the Maehr Circle to ensure their authenticity, and the quality of the individual's knowledge. Some of these may include

 

-Certificate of Graduation

 

-Certificate of Advanced Disciplines within the Field of [subject]

 

-Diploma of Theoretical Logic

 

-Diploma of Abstract Sciences

 

-Diploma of Higher Sciences

 

-Diploma of Advanced Disciplines within the Field of [subject]

 

-The Professorship

 

The Maehr'sae Consortium has numerous levels of involvement within the Institutions workings, all of which are reduced to simple titles for quick reference. These will be listed from the lowest possible position, to the highest.

 

Lay-Member

(Requirements: An interest in scholarly activities)

Any individual who shows interest in joining the Consortium must at first be a 'lay-member.' These are usually those still creating their entry-level works, or simply attempting to impress others of the Consortium. They have no access to special lectures or information, nor any right to declare themselves affiliated with this Consortium. They will be expected, however, to perform tasks demanded of them (unless they desire not to join).

 

Scholar

(Requirements: One tome upon a scientific subject written by the individual)

Once a lay-member has had his tome accepted, and found him/herself a  high scholar to be apprenticed to, they may consider themselves a part of this Consortium. They will learn from their new master until they, at their discretion, choose to allow their advancement.

 

High Scholar

(Requirements: One tome upon a scientific subject, a Certificate of Graduation)

This individual has been educated by those of venerable skill, and are now open to higher learning. They will learn from the professors of the Consortium and advance their education through individual study and performing/attending lectures. It is expected of any High Scholar of the Consortium to take on apprentices, just as they were themselves.

 

Professor

(Requirements: One tome upon a scientific subject, a Diploma of Advanced Disciplines, a minimum of three graduated apprentices)

When a member has distinguished themselves within the Consortium, offers of professorship may be forth-coming. These are talented individuals, with exceptional knowledge in the sciences, and brilliant enough to be respected in all fields they ply.

 

Members of the Maehr Circle

In the Consortium, there are individuals selected (initially at the whim of L. Sullas) to be a part of the administrative core of the institution. They are responsible for judging the advancement of members through its ranks, and keeping hold of sensitive experiments and information. They are the ultimate authority on all things within the Maehr'sae Consortium.

 

If one desires to join this institution, then merely fill out this form, and send it to linwehn kulin within the city of Haelun’or, and an interview will be organised. This is only for those who are applying for advanced positions within the Consortium. Citizens of Haelun’or need not apply for lay-positions, but foreigners shall have to make contact with city authorities in order to gain entrance.

 

Below the poster there are a number of leaflets; all of which are small enough to fit inside any manner of envelope. The application begins as thus:

 

One’s Name:

The Position one Desires:

One’s Prior Education (if any):

One’s Preferred Field of Study:

Subject of your first Tome:
 

By sending this document to Mr L. Sullas, you acknowledge and pledge to obey all laws and regulations of this Consortium. Do you agree (using any word other than 'yes')?:

[VL 298]

One’s Name: Damasus Visaj

The Position one Desires: Lay-Member

One’s Prior Education (if any): An education (through parental units) of moderate sciences (alchemy) as well as the "higher mysteries" (artifacts and ruin study).

One’s Preferred Field of Study: Genealogy and Genetics

Subject of your first Tome: Genealogy, Genetic Statistics and Purity 

 

By sending this document to Mr L. Sullas, you acknowledge and pledge to obey all laws and regulations of this Consortium. Do you agree (using any word other than 'yes')?: Agreed.

[Destinator 137]

One’s Name: Almecki

The Position one Desires: Lay-Member

One’s Prior Education (if any): No formal education has been completed, but comradery with other scientists has improved my understanding of many scientific principles.

One’s Preferred Field of Study: Atmospheric Science

Subject of your first Tome: Workings of the Atmosphere
 

By sending this document to Mr L. Sullas, you acknowledge and pledge to obey all laws and regulations of this Consortium. Do you agree (using any word other than 'yes')?: Of course, llir.

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