The Lightkeeper Council
Council
The lightkeeper council
When the Lightkeepers first arrived in Faia, they looked towards the deities for direct guidance and rule. However, as the deities grew distant, individual settlements were forced to become self-sufficient, leading to the establishment of local governments. But even this localized rule eventually proved insufficient. With Faian territory expanding day by day, the need for inter-island cooperation became apparent, resulting in the formation of the Lightkeeper Council. Today, this Council serves as the primary governing body of Faia’s scattered settlements. Made up of counselors and the four Archmages, the Lightkeeper Council strives to maintain unity and cooperation throughout the Realm.
Faction Type
Government
Primary Location
The Lightkeeper Conclave in Woodhaven
Purpose
Govern and unite Faia under the Lightkeeper Cause.
KEY ACTIVITIES
- Meeting regularly to regulate and discuss inter-island affairs.
- Establishing trade regulations and legal frameworks.
- Coordinating collective responses to threats.
- Overseeing the expansion and settlement of newly explored territories.
- Resolving inter-island conflicts.
- Directing the overall strategy for advancing the Lightkeeper cause.
HIERARCHY & MEMBERSHIP
The Council is made up of one Representative from each official Lightkeeper settlement, plus the four Archmages of the Mage’s Academy. Decisions are made through consensus or majority vote, depending on the importance of the decision. All Representatives have equal voting power, and are elected based on their own settlement’s election rules and cycles.
STANDING & FUNDING
The Lightkeeper Council is universally respected and recognized as the highest political authority in Faia. They are vital in establishing order, safety, and unity for Faians across the Realm. Funding comes from taxes from member settlements. Guilds sometimes also contribute their resources or services in exchange for the Council’s support.