02-23-2012, 07:48 AM
Though many had gained magical powers, none had challenged the Heirs. They knew, though, it was only a matter of time before someone set their sights on a throne. The answer the Heirs came up with was a council, a governing body, free from the influences of the regions. They themselves would comprise its members, taking in mages they could trust to subdue those who would misuse magic. Not only would the Council monitor the use of magic, they would oversee the sale and distribution of crystals as they were mined from the earth.
The Heirs themselves would be the Grand Council, having the final say in any and all matters relating to magic, their authority deemed absolute. Almost all of Anyria trusted their wisdom and guidance. They were also known for being fair. Though they were all siblings, they hardly saw eye-to-eye on everything. Directly beneath the Grand Council would be a High Council of fifteen members. Each Heir hand-selected three mages to represent them in the High Council, which would be responsible for directing day-to-day operations. In most cases, the High Council would have the final word on issues, the Heirs having countries to run in addition to their duties to the Council.
It was a rough start for the Council, many wanting to challenge it's authority and many more questioning their initially brutal methods of dealing with those that stood against them. The Grand Council were weary of a heavy-handed approach, but magic was a powerful, new, and unpredictable element in potential revolts. The Mage Wars refer to the period of years in which the Council solidified its authority over all things magic. Many tried to resist them and virtually all failed. Backed by the raw power and authority of the Heirs, standing up to the Council was, to most, the same as throwing one's life away.
Though founding the Council ended up being an arduous task, it presented a unique opportunity for those learning magic under its guidance. The bulk of the Council were mages willing to help teach those who sought them out. People were not forbidden from studying or practicing magic, but were warned to simply do so cautiously. The formation of Council had ushered in a period where many struck out to unlock their potential in world of magic.
The Heirs themselves would be the Grand Council, having the final say in any and all matters relating to magic, their authority deemed absolute. Almost all of Anyria trusted their wisdom and guidance. They were also known for being fair. Though they were all siblings, they hardly saw eye-to-eye on everything. Directly beneath the Grand Council would be a High Council of fifteen members. Each Heir hand-selected three mages to represent them in the High Council, which would be responsible for directing day-to-day operations. In most cases, the High Council would have the final word on issues, the Heirs having countries to run in addition to their duties to the Council.
It was a rough start for the Council, many wanting to challenge it's authority and many more questioning their initially brutal methods of dealing with those that stood against them. The Grand Council were weary of a heavy-handed approach, but magic was a powerful, new, and unpredictable element in potential revolts. The Mage Wars refer to the period of years in which the Council solidified its authority over all things magic. Many tried to resist them and virtually all failed. Backed by the raw power and authority of the Heirs, standing up to the Council was, to most, the same as throwing one's life away.
Though founding the Council ended up being an arduous task, it presented a unique opportunity for those learning magic under its guidance. The bulk of the Council were mages willing to help teach those who sought them out. People were not forbidden from studying or practicing magic, but were warned to simply do so cautiously. The formation of Council had ushered in a period where many struck out to unlock their potential in world of magic.