Golems

Golems are sets of metal, stone, clay, or other material imbued with magic that grants them a form of partial sentience. They are similar to elementals in that they require a caster creator, and perform their orders to the best of their ability until they are incapacitated.

Utility

Golems are used for a variety of tasks around Shi Xi, but mainly security and patrol. Other tasks include construction, mining, and child supervision.
All golems are unable to think or act for themselves, nor do they understand language beyond their creator's commands.

Access & Availability

Construction and usage of golems is largely restricted to Shi Xi. Patents are classified, and only a small circle of inventors are able to access them. 
Proposals for use of golems outside Shi Xi are often brought up to the Republic of Kamin, but all are denied.