The Mages Guild
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"There are two sides of magic. Neither evil, neither good… it is only the choices and actions of the wielder which shape the fate of all man, we can only say choose wisely"
"Magic is your gift, maintaining balance is your duty."
The Mages Guild is the dominant institution for the training and study of Arcane Magic. Looked over by the Archmages, the Guild seeks out those who they consider magically sensitive and train them within their mysterious art. Perhaps being one of the oldest factions in the realm, the Guild keeps a persistent secretive aura about them due to their ancient and “dark” history. Despite their past they continue to act as one of the only major academies for aspiring Arcanists.
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The Guilds Duty
We are the Mages Guild; first tasked with keeping this balance since the days when magic was born. Though unnoticed we have remained watchful. Though overlooked we have contributed in secret. Though misunderstood our purpose remains.
The Mages Guild takes action against such things that threaten the balance.
The Mages Guild are wise and experienced in magic, they will intervene when individuals are seen using magic incorrectly, or with dangerous intents that may threaten the balance.
The Mages Guild will not hide away their experience, but teach others to wield magic skillfully.
The Mages Guild operates not for personal, commercial or political gain.
Those who seek magic and are gifted with a mind to understand its secrets, and a soul that carries its responsibilities with gravity, may find their answers. We may be contacted at any of our Embassy’s in pursuit of this seeking, or if you wish to align with our recent endeavours. Mages will choose for themselves the willing pupils whom they deem worthy of undertaking an apprenticeship. But learn to ask with your actions, instead of with your words. For The Mages Guild is not showy with magic, nor will we willingly equip the fool with a means to injure himself and others. But if you prove the desire in your heart you shall be satisfied.
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Ranks
Triumvirate of the Archmages
The Archmages control every aspect of authoritative power within the Guild. This is not to say that the Archmages don’t give a bulk of his responsibilities to the Guild Masters, however matters too dire for them to decide upon are brought before the Triumvirate of Archmages to resolve.
Masters
The vice power to the Archmages, the Masters acts as the right hand of the Archmages. Their duties range from recruiting apprentices and running the day to day activities of the Guild. Despite their roll, any of their decisions can be vetoed by the Archmages at any time they find it necessary.
Guild Masters
The Guild Master are responsible to the day today running of embassies, along with recruiting potential applicants. With their vast experience Guild masters are also expected to teach students and assist in some of the minor leadership duties such as recruiting and training.
Archanix
Also known as the Librarian, the Archanix plays a key role in the academic aspect of the Guild. Their responsibilities require them to act as the caretaker of the Guild’s magical items and archive the numerous books the Guild stores. Authoritatively they lack a great deal of power; however their role as the controller of the knowledge in the Guild is a necessity. The Archanix has access to all books within the Guild.
Instructors
Retrieved from some of the more powerful mages, or even produced by the Guild itself. The Instructors, otherwise known as Professors, are alumni of the Guild who have taken up a teaching position in the Guild’s ranks. Considered to be “masters” of their art, their duty is to teach and train the apprentices the Guild draws in.
Mages
The Mage position is for those who have completed their Apprenticeship training under the Guild or those already experienced mages who have come to join the guild to seek more knowledge and understand of the magical arts. Mages also assist the guild with the greater duty of the mages guild which is to keep balance with in the world.
Apprentices
Hand selected by the Guild for magical sensitivity, the Apprentices are the newest practitioners of the Guild’s art. The first few years of their training consist of a lecture style teaching, however as their lectures come to an end, they are to select a Master to take Apprenticeship under and be trained in their specific specialty of magic. Once the Master believes them to be advanced in their art, they are taken before the Archmages and must prove themselves.
Seeker
A Seeker is one who is obviously seeking magical studies and a teacher, or possibly simply acceptance into the Guild. A Seeker must go through an interview to be accepted as a student.
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The Mages Code
A mage shall not use their magic to serve purposes that contradict that of the institution and it’s leaders. Magic is your gift, maintaining balance is your duty. Selfish pursuits will be punished.
A mage shall not assault another member of the institution, unless agreed upon beforehand between the two, or if the victim is conducting actions that would cause damage to the Institution and it’s purposes.
A mage of the institution must follow the orders set before them by their respective authority, unless they consider such actions to be harmful of the institution, or disrupting the balance.
A graduated mage must carry their responsibilities with gravity, knowing that they represent not only themselves, but the Guild as a whole, and all practitioners of magic.
Any mage identified as operating as a rogue will be disbanded from the guild, banished from its facilities and from communication with its members, and most likely killed for good measure.
A mage who does not carry the responsibilities of magic is not a mage at all.
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Joining the Mages Guild
The Mages guild accept those skilled within magic, and those wishing to learn. Those currently possessing knowledge within a subtype shall either be known as a mage or student depending upon their current learning status within the guild.
Upon your papers being received, you’ll be invited to an interview with a higher member of the guild who’ll determine if you’re the right candidate for the guild. If so you’ll be formally recognized as a student, then hopefully soon a graduate within the Guild
Please fill out the papers below and post them to any of the mages guild embassies.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iZqi8OYx-SxOCh-5myg5DDg7l_TLa3PH_pr_Wz4Zqmw/viewform?usp=send_form#start=invite
Name: Ardal Ros aep Endeveyn, Maginor Vaylos and Kelthran Parmandil. Organization serving under: Conclave of Magi. Have you met with either the Lt. Governor or Governor?: Yes. Do you swear to abide by the Governor's law and orders during the Occupation?: Yes.
