Fading like a Flower - Revision history

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial army" to "[[Army"

2026-01-16T09:42:25Z

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	For the past year the rest of Madruga has enjoyed the [[Regrow the Land's Heart\|soft rains of Spring]], nurturing new life and healing hearts. Yet the enchantment that brings that blessed relief begins to fade as the Winter Solstice nears. What protection it offered is failing and with Madruga severed from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] it's uncertain whether it can be restored.		For the past year the rest of Madruga has enjoyed the [[Regrow the Land's Heart\|soft rains of Spring]], nurturing new life and healing hearts. Yet the enchantment that brings that blessed relief begins to fade as the Winter Solstice nears. What protection it offered is failing and with Madruga severed from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] it's uncertain whether it can be restored.

	Blightheart itself saw limited benefits from the [[Spring magic]]. The repeated rituals slowed the spread of the curse and kept it contained within the borders of the Blightheart. But now, whatever change it has wrought is complete. The Empire no longer controls the region - indeed, it is not clear that ''anyone'' could control it. An [[~~Imperial army~~\|army]] could move through the region, if it had to albeit at the cost of many lives - but it is impossible to hold in any meaningful way while it remains ''blighted''.		Blightheart itself saw limited benefits from the [[Spring magic]]. The repeated rituals slowed the spread of the curse and kept it contained within the borders of the Blightheart. But now, whatever change it has wrought is complete. The Empire no longer controls the region - indeed, it is not clear that ''anyone'' could control it. An [[Army\|army]] could move through the region, if it had to albeit at the cost of many lives - but it is impossible to hold in any meaningful way while it remains ''blighted''.

	==The Waste Lands==		==The Waste Lands==

Matt: Text replacement - "Conclave" to "Conclave"

2026-01-16T09:38:44Z

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	* '''There are Declarations of Concord that the Conclave could choose to perform in order to intervene.'''		* '''There are Declarations of Concord that the Conclave could choose to perform in order to intervene.'''
	* '''In particular, the Grandmasters of the Rod and Shield, Celestial Arch, or Unfettered Mind have particular opportunities to request the intercession of their orders.'''		* '''In particular, the Grandmasters of the Rod and Shield, Celestial Arch, or Unfettered Mind have particular opportunities to request the intercession of their orders.'''
	The [[~~Conclave\|~~Conclave]] sent the [[Silver Chalice]] to observe and assist at the start of the year, and that certainly gave important information how the Dry Patricians might be fought, and the effects of the blight be mitigated. Sadly, this information has proven difficult to put into practice. [[Ossegrahn\|Lord Rain]] provided some aid, but since then neither he nor any other eternal has offered any assistance. Fortunately, there are a number of things the Conclave and those appointed by it could still try.		The [[Conclave]] sent the [[Silver Chalice]] to observe and assist at the start of the year, and that certainly gave important information how the Dry Patricians might be fought, and the effects of the blight be mitigated. Sadly, this information has proven difficult to put into practice. [[Ossegrahn\|Lord Rain]] provided some aid, but since then neither he nor any other eternal has offered any assistance. Fortunately, there are a number of things the Conclave and those appointed by it could still try.
	<div style="float:right; width: 200px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=OrderCelestialArch.jpg\|title=Order of the Celestial Arch\|align=right\|width=200}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 200px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=OrderCelestialArch.jpg\|title=Order of the Celestial Arch\|align=right\|width=200}}</div>
	====Arch of Hands====		====Arch of Hands====

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

2026-01-15T16:04:51Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

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	* '''There are Declarations of Concord that the Conclave could choose to perform in order to intervene.'''		* '''There are Declarations of Concord that the Conclave could choose to perform in order to intervene.'''
	* '''In particular, the Grandmasters of the Rod and Shield, Celestial Arch, or Unfettered Mind have particular opportunities to request the intercession of their orders.'''		* '''In particular, the Grandmasters of the Rod and Shield, Celestial Arch, or Unfettered Mind have particular opportunities to request the intercession of their orders.'''
	The [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave\|Conclave]] sent the [[Silver Chalice]] to observe and assist at the start of the year, and that certainly gave important information how the Dry Patricians might be fought, and the effects of the blight be mitigated. Sadly, this information has proven difficult to put into practice. [[Ossegrahn\|Lord Rain]] provided some aid, but since then neither he nor any other eternal has offered any assistance. Fortunately, there are a number of things the Conclave and those appointed by it could still try.		The [[Conclave\|Conclave]] sent the [[Silver Chalice]] to observe and assist at the start of the year, and that certainly gave important information how the Dry Patricians might be fought, and the effects of the blight be mitigated. Sadly, this information has proven difficult to put into practice. [[Ossegrahn\|Lord Rain]] provided some aid, but since then neither he nor any other eternal has offered any assistance. Fortunately, there are a number of things the Conclave and those appointed by it could still try.
	<div style="float:right; width: 200px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=OrderCelestialArch.jpg\|title=Order of the Celestial Arch\|align=right\|width=200}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 200px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=OrderCelestialArch.jpg\|title=Order of the Celestial Arch\|align=right\|width=200}}</div>
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	The Grendel have some precedent for cooperation, even during times of war. During the fighting in Spiral, some of the Grendel magicians tried to make contact with their "peers" in the Empire to arrange a way to contain the horror there, or at least to pause the fighting long enough for it to settle down. They were soundly rebuffed, but the situation here is eerily similar in many respects.		The Grendel have some precedent for cooperation, even during times of war. During the fighting in Spiral, some of the Grendel magicians tried to make contact with their "peers" in the Empire to arrange a way to contain the horror there, or at least to pause the fighting long enough for it to settle down. They were soundly rebuffed, but the situation here is eerily similar in many respects.

	This is a wild plan, and would require the cooperation of both the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] and the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]]. A [[Declaration]] of [[Dissemination]] could be used to give a copy of [[Regrow the Land's Heart]] to a named Grendel - perhaps ''Saltbinder Grekodh'' whose coven operates from the Isle of Osseini in Feroz. There is the small problem that this ''could'' be considered treason, so advice from a magistrate might be a good idea.		This is a wild plan, and would require the cooperation of both the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] and the [[Conclave]]. A [[Declaration]] of [[Dissemination]] could be used to give a copy of [[Regrow the Land's Heart]] to a named Grendel - perhaps ''Saltbinder Grekodh'' whose coven operates from the Isle of Osseini in Feroz. There is the small problem that this ''could'' be considered treason, so advice from a magistrate might be a good idea.

	Then the Ambassador (or someone of similar influence) could make clear the importance of performing the ritual, and hope that a Grendel who could see the need for it would take the initiative.		Then the Ambassador (or someone of similar influence) could make clear the importance of performing the ritual, and hope that a Grendel who could see the need for it would take the initiative.

Twiggy at 11:44, 6 September 2025

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	===The Senate===		===The Senate===
	* '''An appraisal by the Imperial Senate would present opportunities related to the Blight'''.		* '''An appraisal by the Imperial Senate would present opportunities related to the Blight'''.
	* '''~~Historial~~ Research would put on the public record the details of the history of this situation.'''		* '''Historical Research would put on the public record the details of the history of this situation.'''
	The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.		The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.
	* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.		* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.

Twiggy at 23:33, 1 August 2025

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	* '''The blight seems near-certain to spread in some form; if not immediately then soon'''		* '''The blight seems near-certain to spread in some form; if not immediately then soon'''
	* '''The impact of the Harbingers walking forth is not clear.'''		* '''The impact of the Harbingers walking forth is not clear.'''
	Time seems to be running short. With Madruga out of the [[~~Ritual_theory~~#The_Law_of_Dominion\|dominion]] of the Empire, Imperial forces would need to find a way to visit a strong Spring regio during the Solstice and cast the ritual once more. No suitable conjunctions have been identified on the [[Sentinel Gate]], and the Freeborn in Madruga have too many problems of their own to be able to find a suitable regio, protect it, and work the ritual themselves.		Time seems to be running short. With Madruga out of the [[Laws_of_magic#The_Law_of_Dominion\|dominion]] of the Empire, Imperial forces would need to find a way to visit a strong Spring regio during the Solstice and cast the ritual once more. No suitable conjunctions have been identified on the [[Sentinel Gate]], and the Freeborn in Madruga have too many problems of their own to be able to find a suitable regio, protect it, and work the ritual themselves.

	It was previously thought that, when the rains stopped, the blight would burst forth like a flood. Following the Summer Solstice, the situation seems to have changed. There's no indication the blight is going to spread by itself; rather this gathering of forces along the border seems to strongly suggest that when the gentle rains stop, the Harbingers of the Blight will walk forth - and it seems likely the blight will follow.		It was previously thought that, when the rains stopped, the blight would burst forth like a flood. Following the Summer Solstice, the situation seems to have changed. There's no indication the blight is going to spread by itself; rather this gathering of forces along the border seems to strongly suggest that when the gentle rains stop, the Harbingers of the Blight will walk forth - and it seems likely the blight will follow.

Twiggy at 12:05, 11 July 2025

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	It's impossible to predict what an appraisal might provide, but it will surely deliver ''something''.		It's impossible to predict what an appraisal might provide, but it will surely deliver ''something''.

	Another option, as highlighted by ~~Elian~~ Sweetwater, is that the Senate or the [[Minister of Historical Research]] could investigate the history of the Tutamen, and their links to Highguard, and to Syrene's Wisdom which rumour suggests has something to do with the whole affair. This is unlikely to present any proposals to ''solve'' the problem but might help to provide information about what is causing it.		Another option, as highlighted by Eilian Sweetwater, is that the Senate or the [[Minister of Historical Research]] could investigate the history of the Tutamen, and their links to Highguard, and to Syrene's Wisdom which rumour suggests has something to do with the whole affair. This is unlikely to present any proposals to ''solve'' the problem but might help to provide information about what is causing it.

	{{SOP\|statement=A patrician walks Casinea, and the "Endless Thirst" lives within him. The danger without has come to the heart of the Empire to sink its teeth in and drain us of our life. This will not happen. Our vigilant citizens will offer the patrician no shelter, no food, no water. Out vigilant citizens will watch over their siblings for signs of the endless thirst. I do not urge our citizens to do this. I inform the Synod that with the guidance of our Vigilant priests, that <u>they will</u> because <u>they must</u> remember Ravadi Founders' Dance!\|by=Ira, Assembly of Vigilance\|vote=Greater Majority 170-0\|when=Autumn Equinox 385YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=A patrician walks Casinea, and the "Endless Thirst" lives within him. The danger without has come to the heart of the Empire to sink its teeth in and drain us of our life. This will not happen. Our vigilant citizens will offer the patrician no shelter, no food, no water. Out vigilant citizens will watch over their siblings for signs of the endless thirst. I do not urge our citizens to do this. I inform the Synod that with the guidance of our Vigilant priests, that <u>they will</u> because <u>they must</u> remember Ravadi Founders' Dance!\|by=Ira, Assembly of Vigilance\|vote=Greater Majority 170-0\|when=Autumn Equinox 385YE}}

Twiggy: /* The Senate */

2025-07-11T00:09:16Z

The Senate

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	Another option, as highlighted by Elian Sweetwater, is that the Senate or the [[Minister of Historical Research]] could investigate the history of the Tutamen, and their links to Highguard, and to Syrene's Wisdom which rumour suggests has something to do with the whole affair. This is unlikely to present any proposals to ''solve'' the problem but might help to provide information about what is causing it.		Another option, as highlighted by Elian Sweetwater, is that the Senate or the [[Minister of Historical Research]] could investigate the history of the Tutamen, and their links to Highguard, and to Syrene's Wisdom which rumour suggests has something to do with the whole affair. This is unlikely to present any proposals to ''solve'' the problem but might help to provide information about what is causing it.

	{{SOP\|statement=A patrician walks Casinea, and the "Endless Thirst" lives within him. The danger without has come to the heart of the Empire to sink its teeth in and drain us of our life. This will not happen. Our vigilant citizens will offer the patrician no shelter, no food, no water. Out vigilant citizens will watch over their siblings for signs of the endless thirst. I do not urge our citizens to do this. I inform the Synod that with the guidance of our Vigilant priests, that <u>they will</u> because <u>they must</u> remember Ravadi Founders' Dance!\|by=Ira, Assembly of Vigilance,\|vote=Greater Majority 170-0\|when=Autumn Equinox 385YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=A patrician walks Casinea, and the "Endless Thirst" lives within him. The danger without has come to the heart of the Empire to sink its teeth in and drain us of our life. This will not happen. Our vigilant citizens will offer the patrician no shelter, no food, no water. Out vigilant citizens will watch over their siblings for signs of the endless thirst. I do not urge our citizens to do this. I inform the Synod that with the guidance of our Vigilant priests, that <u>they will</u> because <u>they must</u> remember Ravadi Founders' Dance!\|by=Ira, Assembly of Vigilance\|vote=Greater Majority 170-0\|when=Autumn Equinox 385YE}}

	===The Synod===		===The Synod===

Twiggy at 22:01, 10 July 2025

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	The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.		The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.
	* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.		* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.
	* '''Naomi of Virtue's Rest''' – Several groups outside the Brass Coast seem to have interest in or connection to the Blight. The Highborn have some connection to these events, and the Thule have certainly indicated an interest. There might also be merit to communication with the Sarcophan Delves, whose magicians are said to be skilled at dealing with curses of all sorts. Finally Naomi might be in a position to speak to the mortal friends of [[eternal\|eternals]] who might be able to provide insight into the problem. She is likely to focus on a solution to the threat of the spreading blight, first and foremost, rather than addressing the area already blighted. If the Conclave chooses to seek assistance from eternals or foreign powers, she will attempt to to synergise with the efforts of Imperial magicians to act on its instructions: the response to the appraisal and the Conclave's call will be combined.		* '''Naomi of Virtue's Rest''' – Several groups outside the Brass Coast seem to have interest in or connection to the Blight. The Highborn have some connection to these events, and the Thule have certainly indicated an interest. There might also be merit to communication with the Sarcophan Delves, whose magicians are said to be skilled at dealing with curses of all sorts. Finally Naomi might be in a position to speak to the mortal friends of [[eternal\|eternals]] who might be able to provide insight into the problem. She is likely to focus on a solution to the threat of the spreading blight, first and foremost, rather than addressing the area already blighted. If the Conclave chooses to seek assistance from eternals or foreign powers, she will attempt to synergise with the efforts of Imperial magicians to act on its instructions: the response to the appraisal and the Conclave's call will be combined.
	* '''Lutomysla Niegoslava''' is an experienced [[cabalists\|cabalist]] from [[Karov]] who sees magic as the most effective tool to address complex situations. If the Senate instructs Lutomysla to carry out the appraisal she will focus on finding a magical solution to the threat of the blight, and is likely to present these solutions without consideration for costs the Senate might find palatable, or ethical. She has already made some mutterings about the untapped potential of nearby Ghita's Veils to this end.		* '''Lutomysla Niegoslava''' is an experienced [[cabalists\|cabalist]] from [[Karov]] who sees magic as the most effective tool to address complex situations. If the Senate instructs Lutomysla to carry out the appraisal she will focus on finding a magical solution to the threat of the blight, and is likely to present these solutions without consideration for costs the Senate might find palatable, or ethical. She has already made some mutterings about the untapped potential of nearby Ghita's Veils to this end.
	* '''Eilian Sweetwater of Storm's Run Striding''' is a [[384YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Retrain_Researchers\|former]] member of the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]]. He heads up a small cadre of other former researchers and maintains excellent relations with the remaining researchers at the Department, and with the Imperial Archivist. If he is assigned, his appraisal will focus on exploring the historical roots of the problem, with particular reference to who the Aldea di Tutamen actually were. His efforts are most likely to uncover any historical secrets relating to the issue, but if this turns out this is a truly novel problem then it is possible the answers he provides could be the least useful in practical terms here and now. Still, because it will be an appraisal and not a research affair first and foremost, practical routes of some kind will certainly arise from his investigation.		* '''Eilian Sweetwater of Storm's Run Striding''' is a [[384YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Retrain_Researchers\|former]] member of the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]]. He heads up a small cadre of other former researchers and maintains excellent relations with the remaining researchers at the Department, and with the Imperial Archivist. If he is assigned, his appraisal will focus on exploring the historical roots of the problem, with particular reference to who the Aldea di Tutamen actually were. His efforts are most likely to uncover any historical secrets relating to the issue, but if this turns out this is a truly novel problem then it is possible the answers he provides could be the least useful in practical terms here and now. Still, because it will be an appraisal and not a research affair first and foremost, practical routes of some kind will certainly arise from his investigation.

Wrenna: /* The Waste Lands */

2024-05-26T12:03:30Z

The Waste Lands

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	The Dry Patricians, in general, get their name from the fact that the first of their number were dressed in clothes reminiscent more of the Highborn than the Freeborn, but bleached of all hue, a mess of monochrome black and ashen grey. Those that have transformed since have also lost any trace of their Freeborn origins, their clothes gaining the same mess of tattered greys. The one that leads the crowd who now wait at Segura's edge is different. Its robes are heavy and bleached-bone-white alone, and on its forehead is inscribed the rune [[Yoorn]]. A rune that glitters slightly, with a light of its own.		The Dry Patricians, in general, get their name from the fact that the first of their number were dressed in clothes reminiscent more of the Highborn than the Freeborn, but bleached of all hue, a mess of monochrome black and ashen grey. Those that have transformed since have also lost any trace of their Freeborn origins, their clothes gaining the same mess of tattered greys. The one that leads the crowd who now wait at Segura's edge is different. Its robes are heavy and bleached-bone-white alone, and on its forehead is inscribed the rune [[Yoorn]]. A rune that glitters slightly, with a light of its own.

	It is not long before word spreads that a similar crowd has been spotted across the bridge west of [[Segura#Lucksprings\|Cerevado]] ~~near~~. This gathering is not quite identical. The bleached-robed figure that leads this crowd has the [[Naeve\|Rune of Hunger]], not the Rune of Ending, inscribed upon its brow.		It is not long before word spreads that a similar crowd has been spotted across the bridge west of [[Segura#Lucksprings\|Cerevado]]. This gathering is not quite identical. The bleached-robed figure that leads this crowd has the [[Naeve\|Rune of Hunger]], not the Rune of Ending, inscribed upon its brow.

	That's two: a third congregation of the blightbound is seen south of [[Kahraman#Jade Range\|Nestor's Bounty]] in [[Kahraman]]. The same arrangement - a cadre of Patricians and Parched, and at their head a third figure in heavy, bone-pale robes. On its forehead, the [[Irremais\|Rune of Wisdom]].		That's two: a third congregation of the blightbound is seen south of [[Kahraman#Jade Range\|Nestor's Bounty]] in [[Kahraman]]. The same arrangement - a cadre of Patricians and Parched, and at their head a third figure in heavy, bone-pale robes. On its forehead, the [[Irremais\|Rune of Wisdom]].

TomH: /* Eyes of the Dragon (Conjunction) */

2024-04-25T16:28:53Z

Eyes of the Dragon (Conjunction)

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	* '''A force of Grendel are moving an unknown number of captives, including Thule observers, towards the ruins of Siroc'''		* '''A force of Grendel are moving an unknown number of captives, including Thule observers, towards the ruins of Siroc'''
	* '''The Cuckoo's Egg ritual will be needed to return the Thule to Anvil'''		* '''The Cuckoo's Egg ritual will be needed to return the Thule to Anvil'''
	* '''The Sentinel Gate will open at 19:15 on Friday to ~~TBC~~'''		* '''The Sentinel Gate will open at 19:15 on Friday to Plains of the Tavin, Siroc Plains'''
	* '''This skirmish is a [[Accessibility#Combat_Highly_Likely\|combat highly likely]] encounter'''		* '''This skirmish is a [[Accessibility#Combat_Highly_Likely\|combat highly likely]] encounter'''
	* '''The ''Ambassador to Otkodov'' is responsible for coordinating the rescue'''		* '''The ''Ambassador to Otkodov'' is responsible for coordinating the rescue'''

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	The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.		The Imperial Senate has the power to [[appraisal\|appraise problems]] and threats to the Empire. The [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|Prognosticator's Office]] has a number of agents that could be instructed to look into the Blight. Which civil servant was sent would determine what kind of results the appraisal might have.
	* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.		* '''Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra''' is Freeborn, known for her unusual techniques and novel approaches to any problem. She is also a skilled night mage who values imagination over industry in those who work for her. Unfortunately, she will be working in the dark – there's just not enough known about the blight. It's likely any plan she comes up with will focus on containment, and unlikely to be very cheap even by her standards.
	* '''Naomi of Virtue's Rest''' – Several groups outside the Brass Coast seem to have interest in or connection to the Blight. The Highborn have some connection to these events, and the Thule have certainly indicated an interest. There might also be merit to communication with the Sarcophan Delves, whose magicians are said to be skilled at dealing with curses of all sorts. Finally Naomi might be in a position to speak to the mortal friends of [[eternal\|eternals]] who might be able to provide insight into the problem. She is likely to focus on a solution to the threat of the spreading blight, first and foremost, rather than addressing the area already blighted. If the Conclave chooses to seek assistance from eternals or foreign powers, she will attempt to to synergise with the efforts of Imperial magicians to act on its instructions: the response to the appraisal and the Conclave's call will be combined.		* '''Naomi of Virtue's Rest''' – Several groups outside the Brass Coast seem to have interest in or connection to the Blight. The Highborn have some connection to these events, and the Thule have certainly indicated an interest. There might also be merit to communication with the Sarcophan Delves, whose magicians are said to be skilled at dealing with curses of all sorts. Finally Naomi might be in a position to speak to the mortal friends of [[eternal\|eternals]] who might be able to provide insight into the problem. She is likely to focus on a solution to the threat of the spreading blight, first and foremost, rather than addressing the area already blighted. If the Conclave chooses to seek assistance from eternals or foreign powers, she will attempt to synergise with the efforts of Imperial magicians to act on its instructions: the response to the appraisal and the Conclave's call will be combined.
	* '''Lutomysla Niegoslava''' is an experienced [[cabalists\|cabalist]] from [[Karov]] who sees magic as the most effective tool to address complex situations. If the Senate instructs Lutomysla to carry out the appraisal she will focus on finding a magical solution to the threat of the blight, and is likely to present these solutions without consideration for costs the Senate might find palatable, or ethical. She has already made some mutterings about the untapped potential of nearby Ghita's Veils to this end.		* '''Lutomysla Niegoslava''' is an experienced [[cabalists\|cabalist]] from [[Karov]] who sees magic as the most effective tool to address complex situations. If the Senate instructs Lutomysla to carry out the appraisal she will focus on finding a magical solution to the threat of the blight, and is likely to present these solutions without consideration for costs the Senate might find palatable, or ethical. She has already made some mutterings about the untapped potential of nearby Ghita's Veils to this end.
	* '''Eilian Sweetwater of Storm's Run Striding''' is a [[384YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Retrain_Researchers\|former]] member of the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]]. He heads up a small cadre of other former researchers and maintains excellent relations with the remaining researchers at the Department, and with the Imperial Archivist. If he is assigned, his appraisal will focus on exploring the historical roots of the problem, with particular reference to who the Aldea di Tutamen actually were. His efforts are most likely to uncover any historical secrets relating to the issue, but if this turns out this is a truly novel problem then it is possible the answers he provides could be the least useful in practical terms here and now. Still, because it will be an appraisal and not a research affair first and foremost, practical routes of some kind will certainly arise from his investigation.		* '''Eilian Sweetwater of Storm's Run Striding''' is a [[384YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Retrain_Researchers\|former]] member of the [[Historical research#Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]]. He heads up a small cadre of other former researchers and maintains excellent relations with the remaining researchers at the Department, and with the Imperial Archivist. If he is assigned, his appraisal will focus on exploring the historical roots of the problem, with particular reference to who the Aldea di Tutamen actually were. His efforts are most likely to uncover any historical secrets relating to the issue, but if this turns out this is a truly novel problem then it is possible the answers he provides could be the least useful in practical terms here and now. Still, because it will be an appraisal and not a research affair first and foremost, practical routes of some kind will certainly arise from his investigation.