Archmaven
Mavens are Katzan mages that are officially recognized by the Elders. They follow the rituals and practices of the Katzan Cape, and are in charge of many of the festivals and rites held at the Ačkan Ritual Site. Nearly every settlement in Katzan is assigned a Maven or two, and while the Elders are technically the leaders, the Mavens usually run the show from behind the scenes.
The Archmaven, always chosen from the ranks of the Mavens, is considered to be the most powerful, the best fit to lead, and has the primary interests of Katzan at heart. They are the Mavens’ connection to the Council of Magistry and the rest of the outside world. They automatically hold a chair on the Council of Magistry.
Appointment
The selection of a new Archmaven is a full-day affair that begins with nominations. A would-be candidate must be nominated by either themselves or someone else, and must have two more voices of support. Once nominations are made, the candidates are given three hours to prepare, give a speech, and answer questions. After that, the lengthy voting process begins. Two candidates at a time are discussed and voted on until only one remains. The two up for voting are not allowed in the room during this time, nor can they vote if they are currently being voted on. Once an Archmaven is decided by vote, the floor will be opened for any additional challenges or notable points of contention that have not already been discussed during the voting process.
The new Archmaven must then be accepted by the spirits of past Archmavens. They are sent to the Ačkan Ritual Site where they perform a Katzan ceremony to call on the spirits of those who have passed. This ceremony not only calls on the spirits of previous Archmavens, but if the candidate is approved, will cement their own spirit into the process as well, so that they may be called upon once they’ve left the world of the living. Upon their return, they will be inducted as the new Archmaven for life, or until they step down. Finally, word is sent to the rest of the region and to the Mage Primus in Chema.
In the event that an Archmaven is rejected by the spirits, which has only happened once, the process will begin again, with that candidate removed from the potential pool.
Type
Magical, Honorific
Creation
180 ND
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