SAGE (ko-akh sa-g-hey)

Written by Jdebro

Overview

Sages, stemming from the term Koah Saghey, are individuals who have been imbued with innate preternatural affinity, empowering them to perform exploits of power that are impossible by natural means. Sages are found throughout most of the lands of Lavantia, primarily noted to be commonly found in the nations of Gershon & Kerrosano. Sages are the fierce rivals to all mages (including warlocks/witches), are well-known for their staunch opposition to the magical arts, and for their faith in an powerful Godhead.

Etymology

Koah Saghey (ko-akh sa-g-hey) originates in the habiru language that is commonly found among the Gershonites and other lands. The term translated into Common means “powerful sage”, denoting their usage of supernatural power. They are much different from normal sages, although they share the same common term. The term in habiru is defined as “Lean upon the Strength to Rise Up while Beholding Revelation and Spirit."

Assembiles

Sages often will meet together in groups called Assemblies, or gatherings of fellow Sages who meet for fellowship and worship. Within these Assemblies, they will share revelation-knowledge with each other to enrich the vast pool of information among them. They will also teach this knowledge to non-Sages freely, so long as the people in question are not mages of any kind. Such individuals will be chased out immediately or subdued if they are proven hostile. The size of each Assembly can vary to small groups or large established organizations.

Career

Qualifications

In order for an individual to become an Sage, the first sign must be an revealing of their blessed power at some point in their lives (either in early childhood or later life). This revealing will be sensed by another Sage who will be informed via divine revelation. The selected candidate will be called to join an holy assembly of fellow Sage, learning what they are called to do and about their gift. The candidate will also study more about the faith in the Godhead, and the connection their power has to their faith.
Once the candidate finishes their discipleship, he or she will be given a year-long testing period to enable to grow into their calling. Once this period has been completed, the full-fledged Sage will be translated into a state of shining in light for a brief moment before the particular assembly. This serves as affirmation of their full growth as an Sage. Sages must be either Human, Adakin, Saurid, Pantara, or Ursidia. No other kind are allowed nor will be chosen for the calling.

Perception

Social Status

Sages are often very much honored and respected throughout most of Lavantia, seen as the arbiters of preternatural affairs by many people and organizations. Among the Tribes of Gershon, Sages are the go-to people for issues related to preternatural occurrences. They are notable residents of the famed River Cities, working alongside the Zethamites to guard the three Marpe Waters that flow throughout Gershon.
They also occupy seats of power within the High Government of Gershon, with one representative being an Sage of great reputation. They enjoy an similar status in the Archduchy of Kerrosano.

Alternative Names

Sage, powerful sage, mage-haters (by mages), warrior-scholars, overcharged zealots,

Type

Arcane

Demand

Very high in demand throughout most of Lavantia

Legality

Sage are widely recognized throughout Lavantia, especially in Gershon and Astoria. They have a lot of authority over preternatural matters that legal entities must recognize, and are often called upon in matters of preternatural importance. They are also very much despised by the mages in Lavantia as Sages are imbued with the authority to hunt down mages, and destroy their magical workings on demand.

Related Locations

• GERSHON