Arch-necromancer

The Arch-necromancer of Necros is a title that often goes to the person considered to be the second-greatest necromancer in all the country, with the first greatest most often being the ruling king or queen. This person often wields more magic than even the High Priest of the Church of Na'arin and should have the same level of knowledge of necromancy.
With this power comes the responsibilities of managing the Office of Necromancy, passing policy related to necromancers, and acting as council to the ruling monarch. As such, the arch-necromancer is a prominant figure in politics and is both loved and feared by the Necrosi populace.

Arch-necromancer Anisha Brunhild is a national treasure. Just don't piss her off.

— Necrosi citizen

Qualifications

• Must complete all necromancy training through the Church of Na'arin
• Must demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to church laws regarding the use of necromancy
• Must show mastery of complex and high-energy necromancy spells
• Must show knowledge of all basic and many advanced necromantic spells and rituals
• Must successfully perform the Lifestone Ritual in the creation of a superior lifestone, though the creation of an ultimate lifestone is preferred if available

Appointment

This is a royally appointed position, however the High Priest of the Church of Na'arin traditionally approves the appointment, both in private council to the ruling king or queen and during the inaguration.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the King's/Queen's council
• Managment of the Office of Necromancy at the highest level
• Create laws and regulations specific to necromancy
• Liaise between the priests of the Church of Na'arin and the castle on matters pertaining to necromancy
• Personally oversee or participate in the Lifestone Ritual for the creation of all ultimate and superior lifestones.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

by Enrique Meseguer

The arch-necromancer can be dismissed by the ruling king or queen of Necros, but this is rarely done unless a replacement has already been chosen and approved by the High Priest.
Reasons for dismissal can be failure to meet expectations or mismanagement of the Office of Necromancy. It can also be simply displeasing the ruling monarch. However, it is exceedingly rare for an arch-necromancer to be dismissed, as they are both loved and feared by the Necrosi necromancers and general populace, and all necromancers are highly valued in Necrosi culture.

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Type

Magical, Professional

Source of Authority

King/Queen + High Priest

Related Organizations

• Necros

Lifestones

The beautiful black crystal was shot through with veins of dark green that shimmered in the light. Its size, lustrous sheen, and lack of visible imperfections marked it as a superior energy stone capable of storing the life and magical energies of a powerful sorcerer.

— From Sorcerous Flames: Mage Rising

The size and quality of the stone, the necromancer's ability level, and the type of sacrifice all determine the classification of a lifestone.