Bishop of the Navigators
Overview
The Bishop of the Navigators (or Bisschop van de Zeevaarders to some of the Sarcophan) is an Imperial title charged with maintaining good relations between the priests at the Temple of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves, known as the Cathedral of the Navigators, and the local populace.
Responsibilities
The Bishop is responsible for supporting the Cathedral of the Navigators in Sarcophan, and maintaining the relationship between the Imperial Synod and the priests serving there. For the most part, this is likely to involve smoothing over any conflicts, and dealing with any problems of opportunities related to the Cathedral.
Powers
Point of Contact
Imperial priests serving in Sarcophan will look to the Bishop to resolve any issues between themselves and the Sarcophan, in conjunction with the Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves and the Assembly of the Nine.
Ministry
By donating liao to the Cathedral, the Bishop receives gifts and recompense in a manner identical to that of a ministry. The Bishop spends their liao and makes their choices during downtime from their character page. Liao is removed from, and resources are placed into, the character's inventory when the downtime is processed.
Appointment
This title is appointed during the Summer Solstice. The Liaison is appointed by a judgement of Appointment in the General Assembly.
Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the General Assembly and the Assembly of the Nine.
| Summit | Nation | Elected | Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Solstice 388YE | Highguard | Tabris, Son of Armisael | 480 Votes |
| Summer Solstice 387YE | Highguard | Keziah | 463 Votes |
| Summer Solstice 386YE | Highguard | Keziah | 444 Votes |
| Summer Solstice 385YE | Highguard | Tabris, Son of Armisael | 420 Votes |
| Summer Solstice 384YE | Highguard | Tabris, Son of Armisael | 355 Votes |
Recent Elections
This title is currently held by Tabris, Son of Armisael; it will be reelected at Summer Solstice 389YE. The table to the right shows the citizens who have been elected to hold this title in the years since Empress Britta died.