Conclave of Lys

The Conclave of Magisters is the governing body of Lys, held by thirteen of the most powerful families in Lys. Though no one family holds more than three seats in the Magistrate, there have been several families in history that have held more than four seats at one time.

The Conclave decides the judicial, economic, and production policies in Lys. The 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 it serves as the direct government of the free city, but rather as an advisory council to the First Magister, whom they were given the right to elect from candidates provided by the previous title-holder's family.

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.

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 of House 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