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The Waldenian Mages Guild
The Waldenian Mages Guild, central administration for the use of magic within Aesterwald and the surrounding Northern Mountains, is an institute designed to regulate and teach the mysteries of the arcane to a new generation of god-fearing individuals. Each member of the Guild professes his or her full faith and devotion unto the Almighty Creator, swearing to follow in the path of the righteous and vowing never to submit before the temptation that the dark magics of Iblees pose.
The Guild is currently located within the city of Vanderfell under the pious Konig Voron of the House of Rovin.
Ranks
High Magi
A council of three of the more wisened members of the guild, they are the highest authority within the guild itself, though are ultimately headed by whichever of the triumvirate holds the position of Court Wizard.
As it stands, the three High Magi are as follows;
Erestor von Marchenland
Angoleth
Baren Elendil
Magus
Experienced magic-users who have proven themselves capable and responsible with their great power. These proud magi are the most common members of the guild as a whole, and form its backbone as scholars and residents.
As it stands, the Magi are as follows;
Tahjeet Mubdee
Jonathan Elers
Miran
Yavara von Marchenland
Apprentice
Newly inducted members of the guild; These young, bright individuals are, more often than not, aspiring magi who wish to hone their powers and further themselves as respected members of the guild.
Guild Regulation
Article One: Use and Misuse
As written by Angoleth
The First Law of Use and Misuse
A mage shall not use his powers for malicious intent, such as murder. This law does not apply to the killing of Orcs, Snow Elves and the act of killing in self-defense with substantial evidence.
The Second Law of Use and Misuse
A mage shall not distort the universe through the use of Morphonic Conjuration, Perennial Conjuration, Contract Magic (Including Okar Contracts), Shade Magic, Necromancy, or Soul Puppetry. This law does not apply to studying the magic out of intent to either defend against it, or to further one's own knowledge. The use of this magic within Waldenian Sovereign Territory, whatever the reason, is prohibited.
The Third Law of Use and Misuse
A mage shall not enthrall, distort, or read the unwilling minds of non-mages through the use of Mental Magic. As stated in the second law, the study of Mental Magic is allowed, but its practice on non-mages is prohibited within Waldenian Sovereign Territory.
The Fourth Law of Use and Misuse
A mage shall not use his magic against his peers in any aggressive manner unless warranted by a Magus. The act of using magic aggressively in self-defense is lawful with substantial evidence.
The Fifth Law of Use and Misuse
The use of the silencing ritual is non-permissible in any way shape or form unless condoned by two of the three High Magi of the Aesterwald Mage’s Guild. The silencing ritual may be performed on apostate mages without the consent of the High or Grand Magi in lieu of death.
Article Two: Guild Etiquette
As written by Angoleth
Section one: Humility
A mage should be humble to both his peers and lessers. So as to ensure lasting peace within our guild and Aesterwald, mages must practice humility with men and women outside of our esteemed organization. This rule need not apply to competitiveness between peers within the guild.
Section Two: Mindfulness
A mage should remain mindful of his or her environment. Be it in terms of magic or in the mundane, one small alteration in the events of everyday life can form a butterfly effect that transfers unto the entire world. Such is our duty as higher minds to understand this effect.
Section Three: Responsibility
A mage, who holds the very tools to alter reality at his disposal, should be held, and hold him(her)self accountable for his actions. A mage should understand the impact that overuse of magic on the uneducated can yield. Not only must he be responsible for his actions, but he or she much cast his or her magic responsibly.
Section Four: Wisdom
Wisdom is not so much something can be taught, but something that comes with great teaching. A properly taught mage should be wise, he or she should know the appropriate decision for certain situations so that we might maintain our stature as men of higher learning.
Article Three: Regarding Apostate Mages
As written by Angoleth
Apostate Grade I
Apostate Grade I is a title given to mages who, despite having broken none of the laws of the guild, are not registered with the Institute and reside within Aesterwald. These apostates are to be either brought to the guild tower for induction, or to be exiled from the city in which they currently trespass. Mages who do not complete the application form, or who are not accepted, are to be considered Apostate Grade I.
Apostate Grade II
Apostate Grade II is a title given to mages who have broken one or more of the four sections of article two. They are to be fined by the guild and, if their brash action has yielded any consequence, to be held responsible for damages and potentially imprisoned.
Apostate Grade III A
Apostate Grade III A is a title given to a mage who has broken one of more of the laws of article one, not including the practice of the Dark Arts. These mages are to be imprisoned on site and tried for their actions. Only after the trial do they pose chance at appeal before being silenced or put to death.
Apostate Grade III B
Apostate Grade III B is a title reserved only for the practitioners of the heinous magicks of Iblees; the manipulators of life and death. They who dwell where no sane mortal could or should. These twisted men and women, once tried and found guilty, must be put to death lest they spread their taint to those unknowing.
Fill out this form and send it to one of the High Magi should you wish to apply.
What is your first, middle (If Applicable) and last name?
Why you wish to be a member of the guild, in detail. (At least two paragraphs.)
What types of magic do you currently practice, if applicable?
What types of magic are you interested in studying and or learning?
Have you ever been apart of another institute, I.E the Mages Guild, Raine Academy, the Wizards Guild, etc?
If yes to the previous question, what position did you hold in said organization?
Do you agree to abide by the laws of both the Guild and Aesterwald?
Congratulations, after thorough examination, you have been accepted into the Waldenian Mages Guild. Please pack your things and bring yourself to the guild by the end of the Deep Cold, 1472.