Conclave of Lys

The Conclave of Magisters is the governing body of Lys, held by thirteen officials elected from the most powerful families in Lys. Currently, most families hold no more than two seats, whilst the House of Rogare holds four, including that of the First Magister.

Traditionally, the Conclave decides the judicial, economic, and production policies in Lys. The magisterial seats are held for ten year terms, barring illness, or being voted off the Conclave. If one is relieved of their duty early, they may further appoint their successor, as to prevent rampant corruption.

The seats are otherwise elected, from a lower council of nobles within the city. Every freedman gets a chance to vote, but are heavily discouraged not to do so, leaving the nobles instead to vote for who they believe might best suit their interests.

Since the ascension of Lysarus Rogare as First Magister, the Conclave has seen a shift in its functioning. No longer does it serve the free city as a sovereign body of governance, but rather as an advisory council to its elevated member, the First Magister of Lys.

The office of First Magister is held for life, and its holder may exercise absolute rule over the Free City of Lys, owning the final say in all areas of policy-making. Nominally empowered by the Conclave, it is considered an act of good faith by their person to leave much of the city's affairs in the hands of their fellow trusted magisters, but in the matters of the Triarchy and their greater alliance with the Stepstones, Lysene interests may be represented by the First Magister alone.

Lysarus Rogare, to display his endless generosity, had also decreed that the Magisters of the Conclave may elect the next First Magister after his passing, but they must be a candidate provided by House Rogare.

The Conclave
Thirteen seats dominate the Conclave. As of 438 AC, the council has lost much of its influence, yet it remains an important element in the city's government, offering counsel to the First Magister it elects. The seat of the First Magister and those of the regular twelve are filled by:
 * First Magister Daena Rogare
 * Magister Khorane Rogare
 * Magister Larra Rogare
 * Magister Lucrezio Rogare
 * Magister Salladhor Ormollen
 * Magister of House Ormollen
 * Magister Ariadne Sathmantes
 * Magister of House Lohar
 * Magister of House Maar
 * Magister of House Maar
 * Magister of House Nahar
 * Magister of House Essatis
 * Magister of House Irrys