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Cail Avetatu (Player corporation)

2019-11-01T07:34:26Z

Samira Kernher: /* Ilash Toth */

[[Category:Roleplay Corporations]] [[Category:Amarr Loyalist Corporations]]
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'''Cail Avetatu''' (''fellowship of the [[Ametat_and_Avetat|Avetat]]'') or the Avetat Order is an [[Amarr|Amarrian]] religious organization founded in YC120 by [[Samira Kernher]]. Cail Avetatu's stated goals are to cultivate a virtuous spirit through the purging of contemptible qualities and the adornment of good virtues and character. Through the [[Reclaiming|Reclamation]] of the inner spirit, the Avetatu hope to earn God's pleasure so that He will restore to Amarr the Crown of Wisdom, Avetat, beginning a new Golden Age of enlightenment.

Cail Avetatu is a branch of [[Ilash Toth|Tothism]], an Amarr Reformist movement. Like most Reformist faiths, Tothism is considered heresy by the orthodox Imperial Rite.

==Beliefs==
Avetatu is a Tothist branch and shares many beliefs with Tothism, such as the importance of the Ametat and Avetat, the need for Amarr to return to its earliest teachings and a rejection of Amarrian war-mongering, political power plays, and enslavement.

Avetatu differs from typical Tothian belief by continuing to recognize the Reclaiming as an essential element of the faith, though Avetatu understanding of the Reclaiming falls in line with Tothian teachings. Avetatism maintains that the Empire’s concern with conquest and enslaving other races for the gain of the people in power is a perversion of God’s will, and that the Reclaiming should be about converting through example and bettering the lives of those who embrace God.

===The Avetat===
The Avetat Order naturally holds the Crown of Wisdom, Avetat as its holiest artifact. The Avetat Order believes that true understanding of God’s will is not possible without the Avetat, as its loss represents God’s loss of faith in the Amarr Empire. As a result, [[Amash-Akura]], the first [[Amarr Emperor|emperor]] of Amarr, is also seen as its last true emperor. Amash-Akura is a complicated figure in Avetatist belief. He is believed to have been blessed beyond measure by God and that the Amarr he ruled was truly God’s Kingdom. [[Scriptures|Scripture]] written by Amash-Akura is the truest Scripture, because only it was written with absolute understanding of God’s will. However, Amash-Akura’s rejection of the sefrim damned Amarr. With the Crown taken away, no emperor can claim to rule with the voice of God. The Avetatu point to Epitoth, where God is described as charging the fallen Amash-Akura to lead and prove himself by his “own merit.”

The Scepter of Power, Ametat, is also given prominence in Avetatist belief, but it is considered somewhat less important. It is only by ruling righteously that God’s faith in Amarr will be restored – the power of the Scepter is believed a consequence of just rule, rather than a goal to be sought. As Amash-Akura fell because he sought too much power, and as Amarr’s current nobility and royalty also focus too much on increasing their personal power, the Scepter is viewed by Avetatists as dangerous, a tool that can only be justly wielded alongside the Crown.

===Ilash Toth===
The reformist Ilash Toth is a central figure in Avetatist religious belief, with only Amash-Akura and the First Prophet [[Dano Gheinok]] being more important. Toth was a radical theologian who condemned the development of Amarrian religious belief around the time of the enslavement of the Ealur. Toth preached that Amarr should return to earlier teachings, and was particularly critical of the Reclaiming. Toth believed the essence of the Amarr faith was in quiet dignity and service to God, and he accused the Holders and emperor of being concerned only with enriching their own power. Ametat and Avetat were taken from Amarr, Toth said, because the Empire had lost its way. Toth sought to find the two artifacts, believing that, if he succeeded, God will have proven his teachings.

The teachings of Ilash Toth are assembled together in the Book of Toth, which is considered sacred by the Avetatu.

===Avetatism and Scriptural Law===
As with orthodox Amarrian belief, the Avetat Order believes that the ideal society is one that incorporates religious teachings into everyday life and governance. It is believed that God’s relation with His creations is not limited to the personal sphere and that God’s teachings are essential for moral living in all aspects of life. Secularism is considered to be a revolt against God.

Avetatism however holds to a stricter interpretation of Scriptural law than mainstream Amarrian belief. Where the Rite loosens laws as an individual ascends in the social hierarchy, Avetism teaches that Amarrian leaders need to be held to the same rules that govern the lower classes.

===Traditional Amarrian Thought and Avetatism===

===Cloning===
With the increased prominence of cloning in New Eden affairs, the Avetat Order has spoken against it. The Avetat Order calls cloning the “False Scepter,” claiming that, if it is not checked, emperors may begin to use it to achieve immortal reigns as if they held Ametat. The Avetat Order says that the immortality cloning supposedly confers is a lie, and true immortality can only be found in devotion to God.

===Light or Flame===
The Light or the Flame was a strategy of proper warfare established by Amash-Akura, entailing a series of offers given to enemies before violence is brought upon them. The Light or the Flame is expected to be heeded to by Avetatists. When warfare is conducted, the following offers are expected to be given to their opponents:

* Offer your enemy no harm if he submits to your demands peacefully.
* If your enemy refuses to submit, besiege them and offer those who fight for him no harm if they surrender and turn over their leaders.
* If those who fight for your enemy also refuse, then defeat them and their leaders, but spare those who do not raise arms against you.

In addition, Light or Flame in Avetatism has expanded to include other codes of war, many also established by Amash-Akura. Among the things forbidden by Light or Flame are rape, pillaging, murder of non-combatants (including the elderly, the infirm or disabled, children, travelers, and so on), defiling of the dead, and other gross mistreatment of people or the land (such as chemical warfare or "scorched earth" practices). Avetatist Light or Flame policies also state that if the facilities or resources of a non-combatant are used, the owner must be compensated for the service, and all cease-fires, flags of truce, and other negotiated terms must be obeyed without violation or deception.

==Devotional Practices of Avetatism==
===Ikhnihap===
Ikhnihap (''The First Walk'') is a pilgrimage in which a member of the Avetat Order follows the path of Dano Gheinok when he established the Amarr religion. The pilgrimage has two forms, in accordance with the two tellings of Gheinok's travels. The first and most common practice is to follow Gheinok's path from the continent of Assimia on Athra, stopping and praying at each location mentioned in Scripture, to Amarr Island, where a feast and celebration is held. This journey has considerable Scriptural and archaeological evidence and is commonly undertaken both by Avetatists and by orthodox Amarrian faithful.

The second form of Ikhnihap is humanity's journey from the EVE Gate to Athra. This form of Ikhnihap is intended for residents of space or who are otherwise unable to go planetside on Athra. With limited historical records available the exact path is unknown, so rituals are dependent on the day. A walker of this Ikhnihap is expected to spend at least one full day in every system, performing prayer and other services, until finally reaching Athra, where a final celebration is held.

Ikhnihap is an annual event, and every follower of Avetatism is expected to perform the pilgrimage at least once in their lifetime.

===Danads===
Avetatists are expected to perform or participate in a Danads (''Sacrifice'' or ''Offering'') annually, with a Dam-Danads (''Great Sacrifice'') once every five years. The annual Danads involves a one month fast, followed by animal sacrifice and ending in a ritual feast and donation. The purpose of Danads is to remind the faithful of the importance of sacrifice and submission to God. The Dam-Danads is supposed to occur during the same month as the annual Danads, and it celebrates the defeat of Molok and mourns the death of Amash-Akura. During this event, Avetatists are expected to wear a spiked crown and to self-flagellate themselves with scourges. These implements represent the Avetat and the Ametat, as well as their loss and the need to expel evil from the spirit before the pure forms of them will be returned.

==See Also==
* Forum: [https://forums.eveonline.com/t/cavtt-the-test-of-faith/193415 The Test of Faith]

Politics of the Amarr Empire

2019-10-31T05:11:17Z

Samira Kernher: /* Opinions of the Throne (YC117) */

[[Category:Lore]]
[[Category:Society and tradition]]
[[Category:Amarr Empire]]
The '''political structure of the Amarr Empire''' can be roughly described as a feudal theocracy. Politics therefore are focused around powerful dynasties rather than an organized independent party. Individuals in [[Amarr]] are sworn vassals to a hierarchy of [[Holders | noble]] and [[Amarr Heirs | royal]] houses, and their loyalty is demanded. An [[Ardishapur Family | Ardishapur]] vassal might favor the politics of the [[Kor-Azor Family]] and choose to institute similar policies in his lands, but he will remain a vassal of Ardishapur.

Instead of parties, Amarr politics are organized into blocs of similar opinion. These blocs represent common elements in political decision making, but they do not strictly define the actions of a person or house. A person is far more likely to identify their political position by their house (or their heir) and a house’s politics will regularly drift between political blocs. A conservative house of today may be a liberal house tomorrow, depending on the stances that its holders take.

The two major blocs seen in current Amarrian thinking are conservatism and liberalism. Conservative houses favor stable and careful politics, while liberal houses prefer reformation and change. The entrance of Amarr onto the interstellar arena has greatly increased the antagonism between these two positions, as the emergence of foreign culture has threatened traditions that long went unchallenged.

==Major Positions==
===Conservatism===
Conservative politics revolve around upholding and maintaining established systems for the sake of social stability and order. The primary element of conservative policies are that systems that have lasted for a long time have proven themselves by the test of time, and that changing them would upset the balance and stability of society.

Conservatives are not opposed to change, however. But when change needs to occur, or will inevitably occur, conservatives focus on steering that change carefully to ensure that it does not destabilize society or damage other values and systems. Conservatives are ultimately concerned with preserving the stability of the society, and believe that the traditional systems and values are usually the best way to do this. The conservative motto is ultimately, "If it isn't broke, don't fix it." However, if it is broke then do fix it, but do it in a careful manner that won't break anything else in the process.

One type of extreme conservatism is reactionism. Reactionism is a strong preference for systems as they were and a feeling of a need to restore those older systems. Unlike normal conservatism (evolutionary conservatism), reactionism will fight for older systems even if it causes disorder, under the belief that the older systems were a better system and so they must be restored at any cost. The [[Order of St. Tetrimon | Order of St. Tetrimon]] are reactionary Amarr, because they believe that the system of the [[Council of Apostles]] was the best incarnation of the Empire and that they must eliminate the modern systems in order to bring it back.

An important note about conservatives is it is not, "the dark side." One should not attribute all evil and hostile behavior to conservative politics. Conservatism can be kind and peaceful. Conservative politics are instead focused on maintaining traditional culture and values and resisting threatening or risky changes. Conservative politics can lead to both good and bad.

===Liberalism===
Liberal politics center around freedom at various levels. What defines freedom and to what extent it applies can vary. Liberal politics are usually more reformist and progressive than conservative politics, especially in Amarr society where freedom is limited and requires that society changes to support it. In Amarr, however, even liberal houses maintain mostly traditional social values and so most liberals in Amarr can be considered closer to conservative liberalism. Few non-Amarr would consider Amarrian liberalism to be anything like non-Amarrian liberalism.

Liberal politics can be usually divided between classical liberalism and social liberalism. Classical liberalism focuses on what is called, "negative freedom," meaning absolute freedom even when it ends up creating inequality. Classical liberalism desires a hands off government that provides little more than policing and security from foreign nations, while otherwise leaving the power and direction in the hands of the individual citizen. In Amarr, classical liberalism would be associated with the [[Tash-Murkon Family]].

Social liberalism believes in providing, "positive freedom," which means the ability for all people to live with the same opportunity for advancement. Social liberalism favors a more hands-on government that regulates society to prevent exploitation and allow for equal advancement for the disenfranchised. In Amarr this kind of liberalism rarely extends far enough to encourage [[Slavery | abolition]], though some very socially liberal Amarr do advocate it.

At its most extreme point liberalism can lead to anarchism; perfect freedom. The [[Sani Sabik]] are an example of extremist liberal Amarr, because they believe strongly in self-determination and the power of the individual. [[Blood Raiders]] favor negative freedom, where those able to become savants are allowed unrestrained freedom and power to impose their will as they see fit. Other, softer Sabik sects, especially ones in the [[Gallente Federation | Federation]], might believe in working towards positive freedom (equality for all races and classes, as stated in the [[The Apocryphon | Apocryphon]]).

An important note about liberals is that it is not, "the light side." One should not attribute all good and nice behavior to liberal politics. Liberalism can be cruel and violent. Liberal politics are instead focused on increasing the freedom and power of the individual, either equally or unequally. Liberal politics can lead to both good and bad.

==Royal Family Politics==
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Ardishapur_Family.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Ardishapur Family''' '''Religious Conservatism''' '''''Teachers'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Scriptures | Scripture]] comes before everything, and so holders must submit to it even in their own territory. However, Scripture does codify holder rights, and so this must be upheld.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Ardishapur maintain rigid separations in the name of faith, and their territories are described as uncomfortable for foreigners. Ardishapur is however devoted to making their slaves better servants of God, and they spend great effort on the education and spiritual growth of slaves and commoners. These efforts have expanded under [[Yonis Ardishapur|Yonis Ardishapur's]] rule, and are poised to continue through his successor [[Arim Ardishapur|Arim]]. Ardishapur is one of the only houses to have named a [[Minmatar]] holder.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Isolationism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though Ardishapur desire to carry out the [[Reclaiming]] (using the carrot before the stick), they prefer to maintain only limited interaction with the outside.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Ardishapur's isolationism extends to their [[Economy of the Amarr Empire | economic]] policies and they rarely trade beyond their own borders; their territories are poorer than the other regions. They have however extensively developed domestic infrastructure, especially schools, churches, and hospitals.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Ardishapur Family]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Ardishapurites]] [[Yonis Ardishapur]] [[Ardishapur Decree]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Arim Ardishapur]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Sarum_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Sarum Family''' '''Expansionist Nationalism''' '''''Conquerors'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though [[Sarum Family | Sarum]] favors a strong, united Amarr that will crush its enemies, they are belligerent against any central authority that they do not care for, and regularly spoke out against [[Heideran VII]] and [[Doriam II]]. This went as far as attacking Doriam II's fleets during his coronation.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Sarum is efficient with its slave education, and the Sarum-dominated military offers many opportunities for slaves and commoners. Sarum is very discriminatory, however, and the military is known for its use of [[vitoc]].
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Sarum are reactionary on foreign affairs and are the most war-mongering house. It is the destiny of Amarr to rule over all of creation and while this can be done through aggressive diplomacy and trade, conquest is the traditional method.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though long associated with Ardishapur in economy, Sarum has recently implemented several liberal economic reforms inspired by the Tash-Murkon Family. Trade is opening up, and the Sarum Family is becoming very wealthy.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Sarum Family]] [[Sarum Prime]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Sarumites]] [[Merimeth Sarum]] [[Mekhios]] [[Jamyl I]] [[Pomik Haromi]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Arrach Sarum]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Kador_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kador Family''' '''Cultural Conservatism''' '''''Preservers'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kador Family | Kador]] employs tight centralized regulation on areas such as construction, and Kador holders are described as latching on to the coat-tails of powerful leaders. Under [[Temal Kador | Temal Kador's]] leadership however they were given a very long leash, to the point of even being allowed to make war on each other, and [[Uriam Kador|Uriam Kador's]] invasion of the Federation was strongly encouraged by his vassals.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kador are described as being very socially conservative, with great importance placed on [[True Amarr]] tradition and nobility above all else. Slaves are principally servants, the bottom rung of a strict social ladder.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Non- interventionism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |In spite of Kador's recent invasion, Kador focuses on preserving the grandeur of Amarr. Expansion and innovation are not as important as consolidation and patience.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kador territory is poorly developed, due to highly restrictive economic policies and limited investment. Most trade is restricted only to certain established lineages, limiting the family’s potential for profit. Uriam Kador has expressed desire to streamline its trading policies, but the blunders of his rule have limited his results.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kador Family]] [[Uriam Kador]] [[Kador Prime#Kador Prime III]] [[:Category:Kador (Region)]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Kadorites]] [[Heideran VII]] [[Temal Kador]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Hamideh Kador]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:korazor_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kor-Azor Family''' '''Social Liberalism''' '''''Diplomats'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Aritcio Kor-Azor | Aritcio]] deposed corrupt holders and established secret religious councils. Holders were given much leeway during the days of "Old" Aritcio, but under "New" Aritcio their rights were no longer respected.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kor-Azor Family | Kor-Azor]] treats other nations as equal international partners, Doriam II was known for his permissive treatment of slaves, and Aritcio disposed holders who were stepping down too hard on the common man. Kor-Azor is the only house to have named a [[Caldari]] holder.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Internationalism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kor-Azor are the diplomats of Amarr and regularly try to foster improved relations with outsiders. Doriam II was known for his interaction and cooperation with [[Minmatar Republic | Republic]] heads of state, and [[Ersilia Kor-Azor]] was a skilled negotiator before she became heiress.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kor-Azor capitalizes on its interstellar relations and engages in considerable trade with other empires. Kor-Azor territories are prosperous and well-off, even in spite of recent setbacks.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kor-Azor Family]] [[:Category:Kor-Azor (Region)]] [[Kor-Azor Prime]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Kor-Azorites]] [[Aritcio Kor-Azor]] [[Doriam II]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Ersilia Kor-Azor]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Murkon_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Tash-Murkon Family''' '''Classical Liberalism''' '''''Opportunists'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon promotes freedom to do as one will and as one can, and this of course extends to their holders. Tash-Murkon holders oppose any curtailment of their activities, and have a very liberal interpretation on Scriptural laws.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon vocally oppose True Amarr-centric policies and beliefs, even in the face of emperors and other heirs. Anyone with the will and dedication can become a holder or heir, and anyone without can become a slave. Tash-Murkon is the only royal house with acknowledged [[Demographics of the Amarr Empire#True Amarr|Udorian]] ancestry, and one of the only houses to have named a Minmatar Holder.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon favor expanding Amarrian control on a political and economic level. They are aggressive in both trade and war, provided they profit. Internally, they look for every opportunity to advance their own interests.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon has more open trade with the other empires than any other house and [[Catiz Tash-Murkon]] is the richest person in New Eden. The house is still forced to uphold many Imperial regulations that restrict what can be traded, but they undermine these where possible.
|-
| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Tash-Murkon Family]] [[Tash-Murkon Prime (System)]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Tash-Murkonites]] [[Catiz Tash-Murkon]] [[Udorians]] [[Demographics of the Amarr Empire#True Amarr]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/report-tash-murkon-may-back-sarums-calls Tash-Murkon May Back Sarum's Calls] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Tunir Tash-Murkon]]
|-
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Khanidf_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Khanid Family''' '''Liberal Conservatism''' '''''Individualists'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Very High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Holders in the Khanid Family's domain, known commonly as the [[Khanid Kingdom]], maintain fealty to [[Farokh Khanid | King Khanid III]] but otherwise have absolute power within their territories, including in religion. As long as their policies do not go against the King’s wishes, they can do as they please in their territory.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |To the Kingdom, the Amarr (True and [[Khanid]]) are superior to other races and so have a God-given right to enslave and dominate them. Little respect is given to slaves in the Kingdom, and they have limited opportunity to earn freedom or status.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Non- interventionism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Khanid only has limited involvement with other nations, primarily in trade and research. It maintains a mutual defense contract with the Empire and is a signatory of [[CONCORD]], but little more. The problems of other nations are their own to deal with.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Free Market Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Money buys anything in the Kingdom. While holders are traditionally the wealthiest due to their privileges, well-off commoners can acquire nearly equal power and possibly even purchase noble titles. The Kingdom cares little for religious or other restrictions on trade, and it deals with both other empires and illegal organizations.
|-
| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Khanid Family]] [[Khanid Kingdom]] [[Khanid II]] [[Farokh Khanid|Khanid III]] [[Khanid (bloodline)]] [[Khanid Unionists]] [[Holders#Holders in the Khanid Kingdom]] [[Slavery#Khanid Kingdom]] [[Zidarez Khanid]]
|}
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==Politics of Other Amarrian Groups==
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{| cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; clear:both;width:700px; margin: 1em; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1em; border:1px #303030 solid;"
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Tetrimon_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Order of Saint Tetrimon''' '''Reactionary Conservatism''' '''''Apostles'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Order opposes a government ruled by an absolute figure. They promote an assembly of peers where God’s law is supreme and the emperor is only a first among equals. Holders are more autonomous, but entirely subordinate to religious control.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Reclaiming exists to bring all of creation back under God. The fallen races have the opportunity for forgiveness and redemption, but only if they serve Amarr. Separation of social classes is important, but service matters more than race.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Order promote a powerful, self-sufficient empire. They believe in the subjugation of all of creation under God: Association with the nations of fallen races only legitimizes their false claims over the worlds of the heavens.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Trade is strictly regulated by religious laws. There can be no trade with those who refuse to serve God and Amarr. There is only one Empire of God, everything else is illegitimate and deserves no recognition.
|-
| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[The Cult of Tetrimon (Chronicle)]] [[St. Tetrimon]] [[Council of Apostles]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/zealot-cult-blamed-for-massacre.-more-attacks-feared.-1/ Zealot Cult Blamed for Massacre; More Attacks Feared] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/tetrimon-grand-master-granted-sainthood Tetrimon Grand Master Granted Sainthood] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/534154-0/author/Arderich Posts by Arderich] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/order-of-st.-tetrimon-condemns-pilot-for-heresy/ Order of St. Tetrimon Condemns Pilot for Heresy] Forum: [http://oldforums.eveonline.com/?a=topic&threadID=384418&page=1#1 Regarding charges of heresy (Actor post)][http://oldforums.eveonline.com/?a=topic&threadID=384418&page=2#60] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/privy-council-orders-investigation-into-tetrimon-temple/ Privy Council Orders Investigation into Tetrimon Temple] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/356664-0/page/1#3 A Formal Request of Grand Master Horm] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/348604-0/page/3#63 Address to the Faithful: Vigilance for God][http://eve-search.com/thread/348604-0/page/3#79] [https://community.eveonline.com/backstory/chronicles/testament/ Testament (Chronicle] [https://community.eveonline.com/backstory/chronicles/sunset/ Sunset (Chronicle)]
|-
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Sabik_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Sani Sabik (heretics)''' '''Egoism''' '''''Hedonists'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Very High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The equivalent of holders in Sani Sabik belief are known as savants. Savants are those with the power and will to ascend above all others. Savants have absolute power, provided no one else can displace them.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Apocryphon, the primary body of Sabik scripture, states that all people are able to become God’s chosen. Some traditional Sabik sects might see some races as being born with better opportunities by virtue of their blood, but anyone with the will can become a savant (or even a god).
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Might makes right. Those in power are in power because they have earned it, and they will only keep it by fighting for it. Individual ascension is the root of Sabik beliefs, and that requires challenging everyone else to prove your dominance.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Free Market Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Savants make their own rules. Personal power and wealth are what is important. If something exists and you want it, then you must let nothing get in the way of acquiring it. Live for yourself.
|-
| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Sani Sabik]] [[Blooding]] [[Omir Sarikusa]] [[Blood Raiders]] [[The Apocryphon]] [[Of God and Her Beast (Chronicle)]] [[Half a Life (Chronicle)]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/an-interview-with-midna-part-1/ Interview With Midna (Part 1)] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/an-interview-with-midna-part-2/ Interview With Midna (Part 2)] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/the-sweetest-shade-of-red-blood-raiders-exposed/ The Sweetest Shade of Red: Blood Raiders Exposed] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/only-the-bluest-of-blood-blood-raiders-exposed-ii/ Only the Bluest of Blood: Blood Raiders Exposed II] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/wrung-dry-blood-raiders-exposed-iii/ Wrung Dry: Blood Raiders Exposed III] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/midna-concert-awash-with-sani-sabik-symbolism/ Midna Concert Awash with Sani Sabik Symbolism] [[Slavery#Blood_Raiders]]
|}
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==Opinions of the Throne (YC117)==
The opinion of the [[Amarr Emperor | Imperial Throne]] is an important consideration with regard to the influence of the Amarrian royal families. Families with more favor or respect are more able to achieve their goals without obstruction from the Emperor. In [[Jamyl Sarum|Jamyl I's]] reign, as of [[Year YC117 |YC117]] Imperial favor was seen as follows, going from most respected to least.

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{| cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; clear:both;width:600px; margin: 1em; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1em; border:1px #303030 solid;"
| rowspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|'''Emperor Family'''
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #000000 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kor-Azor Family''' [[Imperial Chancellor | ''Chancellor'']]
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Sarum Family'''
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Tash-Murkon Family'''
| rowspan=2 style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Khanid Family'''
|-
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #000000 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"| [[Court Chamberlain | ''Chamberlain'']] 
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Ardishapur Family'''
| style="background: #000; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kador Family'''
|}
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The opinion of the Imperial Throne since Catiz I came to power is not currently known.

Politics of the Amarr Empire

2019-10-31T04:53:44Z

Samira Kernher: /* Opinions of the Throne (YC117) */

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The '''political structure of the Amarr Empire''' can be roughly described as a feudal theocracy. Politics therefore are focused around powerful dynasties rather than an organized independent party. Individuals in [[Amarr]] are sworn vassals to a hierarchy of [[Holders | noble]] and [[Amarr Heirs | royal]] houses, and their loyalty is demanded. An [[Ardishapur Family | Ardishapur]] vassal might favor the politics of the [[Kor-Azor Family]] and choose to institute similar policies in his lands, but he will remain a vassal of Ardishapur.

Instead of parties, Amarr politics are organized into blocs of similar opinion. These blocs represent common elements in political decision making, but they do not strictly define the actions of a person or house. A person is far more likely to identify their political position by their house (or their heir) and a house’s politics will regularly drift between political blocs. A conservative house of today may be a liberal house tomorrow, depending on the stances that its holders take.

The two major blocs seen in current Amarrian thinking are conservatism and liberalism. Conservative houses favor stable and careful politics, while liberal houses prefer reformation and change. The entrance of Amarr onto the interstellar arena has greatly increased the antagonism between these two positions, as the emergence of foreign culture has threatened traditions that long went unchallenged.

==Major Positions==
===Conservatism===
Conservative politics revolve around upholding and maintaining established systems for the sake of social stability and order. The primary element of conservative policies are that systems that have lasted for a long time have proven themselves by the test of time, and that changing them would upset the balance and stability of society.

Conservatives are not opposed to change, however. But when change needs to occur, or will inevitably occur, conservatives focus on steering that change carefully to ensure that it does not destabilize society or damage other values and systems. Conservatives are ultimately concerned with preserving the stability of the society, and believe that the traditional systems and values are usually the best way to do this. The conservative motto is ultimately, "If it isn't broke, don't fix it." However, if it is broke then do fix it, but do it in a careful manner that won't break anything else in the process.

One type of extreme conservatism is reactionism. Reactionism is a strong preference for systems as they were and a feeling of a need to restore those older systems. Unlike normal conservatism (evolutionary conservatism), reactionism will fight for older systems even if it causes disorder, under the belief that the older systems were a better system and so they must be restored at any cost. The [[Order of St. Tetrimon | Order of St. Tetrimon]] are reactionary Amarr, because they believe that the system of the [[Council of Apostles]] was the best incarnation of the Empire and that they must eliminate the modern systems in order to bring it back.

An important note about conservatives is it is not, "the dark side." One should not attribute all evil and hostile behavior to conservative politics. Conservatism can be kind and peaceful. Conservative politics are instead focused on maintaining traditional culture and values and resisting threatening or risky changes. Conservative politics can lead to both good and bad.

===Liberalism===
Liberal politics center around freedom at various levels. What defines freedom and to what extent it applies can vary. Liberal politics are usually more reformist and progressive than conservative politics, especially in Amarr society where freedom is limited and requires that society changes to support it. In Amarr, however, even liberal houses maintain mostly traditional social values and so most liberals in Amarr can be considered closer to conservative liberalism. Few non-Amarr would consider Amarrian liberalism to be anything like non-Amarrian liberalism.

Liberal politics can be usually divided between classical liberalism and social liberalism. Classical liberalism focuses on what is called, "negative freedom," meaning absolute freedom even when it ends up creating inequality. Classical liberalism desires a hands off government that provides little more than policing and security from foreign nations, while otherwise leaving the power and direction in the hands of the individual citizen. In Amarr, classical liberalism would be associated with the [[Tash-Murkon Family]].

Social liberalism believes in providing, "positive freedom," which means the ability for all people to live with the same opportunity for advancement. Social liberalism favors a more hands-on government that regulates society to prevent exploitation and allow for equal advancement for the disenfranchised. In Amarr this kind of liberalism rarely extends far enough to encourage [[Slavery | abolition]], though some very socially liberal Amarr do advocate it.

At its most extreme point liberalism can lead to anarchism; perfect freedom. The [[Sani Sabik]] are an example of extremist liberal Amarr, because they believe strongly in self-determination and the power of the individual. [[Blood Raiders]] favor negative freedom, where those able to become savants are allowed unrestrained freedom and power to impose their will as they see fit. Other, softer Sabik sects, especially ones in the [[Gallente Federation | Federation]], might believe in working towards positive freedom (equality for all races and classes, as stated in the [[The Apocryphon | Apocryphon]]).

An important note about liberals is that it is not, "the light side." One should not attribute all good and nice behavior to liberal politics. Liberalism can be cruel and violent. Liberal politics are instead focused on increasing the freedom and power of the individual, either equally or unequally. Liberal politics can lead to both good and bad.

==Royal Family Politics==
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{| cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; clear:both;width:700px; margin: 1em; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1em; border:1px #303030 solid;"
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Ardishapur_Family.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Ardishapur Family''' '''Religious Conservatism''' '''''Teachers'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Scriptures | Scripture]] comes before everything, and so holders must submit to it even in their own territory. However, Scripture does codify holder rights, and so this must be upheld.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Ardishapur maintain rigid separations in the name of faith, and their territories are described as uncomfortable for foreigners. Ardishapur is however devoted to making their slaves better servants of God, and they spend great effort on the education and spiritual growth of slaves and commoners. These efforts have expanded under [[Yonis Ardishapur|Yonis Ardishapur's]] rule, and are poised to continue through his successor [[Arim Ardishapur|Arim]]. Ardishapur is one of the only houses to have named a [[Minmatar]] holder.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Isolationism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though Ardishapur desire to carry out the [[Reclaiming]] (using the carrot before the stick), they prefer to maintain only limited interaction with the outside.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Ardishapur's isolationism extends to their [[Economy of the Amarr Empire | economic]] policies and they rarely trade beyond their own borders; their territories are poorer than the other regions. They have however extensively developed domestic infrastructure, especially schools, churches, and hospitals.
|-
| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Ardishapur Family]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Ardishapurites]] [[Yonis Ardishapur]] [[Ardishapur Decree]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Arim Ardishapur]]
|-
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Sarum_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Sarum Family''' '''Expansionist Nationalism''' '''''Conquerors'''''
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though [[Sarum Family | Sarum]] favors a strong, united Amarr that will crush its enemies, they are belligerent against any central authority that they do not care for, and regularly spoke out against [[Heideran VII]] and [[Doriam II]]. This went as far as attacking Doriam II's fleets during his coronation.
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Sarum is efficient with its slave education, and the Sarum-dominated military offers many opportunities for slaves and commoners. Sarum is very discriminatory, however, and the military is known for its use of [[vitoc]].
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Sarum are reactionary on foreign affairs and are the most war-mongering house. It is the destiny of Amarr to rule over all of creation and while this can be done through aggressive diplomacy and trade, conquest is the traditional method.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Though long associated with Ardishapur in economy, Sarum has recently implemented several liberal economic reforms inspired by the Tash-Murkon Family. Trade is opening up, and the Sarum Family is becoming very wealthy.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Sarum Family]] [[Sarum Prime]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Sarumites]] [[Merimeth Sarum]] [[Mekhios]] [[Jamyl I]] [[Pomik Haromi]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Arrach Sarum]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Kador_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kador Family''' '''Cultural Conservatism''' '''''Preservers'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kador Family | Kador]] employs tight centralized regulation on areas such as construction, and Kador holders are described as latching on to the coat-tails of powerful leaders. Under [[Temal Kador | Temal Kador's]] leadership however they were given a very long leash, to the point of even being allowed to make war on each other, and [[Uriam Kador|Uriam Kador's]] invasion of the Federation was strongly encouraged by his vassals.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kador are described as being very socially conservative, with great importance placed on [[True Amarr]] tradition and nobility above all else. Slaves are principally servants, the bottom rung of a strict social ladder.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Non- interventionism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |In spite of Kador's recent invasion, Kador focuses on preserving the grandeur of Amarr. Expansion and innovation are not as important as consolidation and patience.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kador territory is poorly developed, due to highly restrictive economic policies and limited investment. Most trade is restricted only to certain established lineages, limiting the family’s potential for profit. Uriam Kador has expressed desire to streamline its trading policies, but the blunders of his rule have limited his results.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kador Family]] [[Uriam Kador]] [[Kador Prime#Kador Prime III]] [[:Category:Kador (Region)]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Kadorites]] [[Heideran VII]] [[Temal Kador]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Hamideh Kador]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:korazor_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Kor-Azor Family''' '''Social Liberalism''' '''''Diplomats'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Aritcio Kor-Azor | Aritcio]] deposed corrupt holders and established secret religious councils. Holders were given much leeway during the days of "Old" Aritcio, but under "New" Aritcio their rights were no longer respected.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kor-Azor Family | Kor-Azor]] treats other nations as equal international partners, Doriam II was known for his permissive treatment of slaves, and Aritcio disposed holders who were stepping down too hard on the common man. Kor-Azor is the only house to have named a [[Caldari]] holder.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Internationalism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kor-Azor are the diplomats of Amarr and regularly try to foster improved relations with outsiders. Doriam II was known for his interaction and cooperation with [[Minmatar Republic | Republic]] heads of state, and [[Ersilia Kor-Azor]] was a skilled negotiator before she became heiress.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Kor-Azor capitalizes on its interstellar relations and engages in considerable trade with other empires. Kor-Azor territories are prosperous and well-off, even in spite of recent setbacks.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Kor-Azor Family]] [[:Category:Kor-Azor (Region)]] [[Kor-Azor Prime]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Kor-Azorites]] [[Aritcio Kor-Azor]] [[Doriam II]] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Ersilia Kor-Azor]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Murkon_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Tash-Murkon Family''' '''Classical Liberalism''' '''''Opportunists'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon promotes freedom to do as one will and as one can, and this of course extends to their holders. Tash-Murkon holders oppose any curtailment of their activities, and have a very liberal interpretation on Scriptural laws.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon vocally oppose True Amarr-centric policies and beliefs, even in the face of emperors and other heirs. Anyone with the will and dedication can become a holder or heir, and anyone without can become a slave. Tash-Murkon is the only royal house with acknowledged [[Demographics of the Amarr Empire#True Amarr|Udorian]] ancestry, and one of the only houses to have named a Minmatar Holder.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon favor expanding Amarrian control on a political and economic level. They are aggressive in both trade and war, provided they profit. Internally, they look for every opportunity to advance their own interests.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Mixed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Tash-Murkon has more open trade with the other empires than any other house and [[Catiz Tash-Murkon]] is the richest person in New Eden. The house is still forced to uphold many Imperial regulations that restrict what can be traded, but they undermine these where possible.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Tash-Murkon Family]] [[Tash-Murkon Prime (System)]] [[State of the Empire, 110.06.11#Tash-Murkonites]] [[Catiz Tash-Murkon]] [[Udorians]] [[Demographics of the Amarr Empire#True Amarr]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/report-tash-murkon-may-back-sarums-calls Tash-Murkon May Back Sarum's Calls] [[Amarr Emperorship Heirs]] [[Tunir Tash-Murkon]]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Khanidf_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Khanid Family''' '''Liberal Conservatism''' '''''Individualists'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Very High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Holders in the Khanid Family's domain, known commonly as the [[Khanid Kingdom]], maintain fealty to [[Farokh Khanid | King Khanid III]] but otherwise have absolute power within their territories, including in religion. As long as their policies do not go against the King’s wishes, they can do as they please in their territory.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Low''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |To the Kingdom, the Amarr (True and [[Khanid]]) are superior to other races and so have a God-given right to enslave and dominate them. Little respect is given to slaves in the Kingdom, and they have limited opportunity to earn freedom or status.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Non- interventionism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Khanid only has limited involvement with other nations, primarily in trade and research. It maintains a mutual defense contract with the Empire and is a signatory of [[CONCORD]], but little more. The problems of other nations are their own to deal with.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Free Market Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Money buys anything in the Kingdom. While holders are traditionally the wealthiest due to their privileges, well-off commoners can acquire nearly equal power and possibly even purchase noble titles. The Kingdom cares little for religious or other restrictions on trade, and it deals with both other empires and illegal organizations.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Khanid Family]] [[Khanid Kingdom]] [[Khanid II]] [[Farokh Khanid|Khanid III]] [[Khanid (bloodline)]] [[Khanid Unionists]] [[Holders#Holders in the Khanid Kingdom]] [[Slavery#Khanid Kingdom]] [[Zidarez Khanid]]
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==Politics of Other Amarrian Groups==
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Tetrimon_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Order of Saint Tetrimon''' '''Reactionary Conservatism''' '''''Apostles'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Order opposes a government ruled by an absolute figure. They promote an assembly of peers where God’s law is supreme and the emperor is only a first among equals. Holders are more autonomous, but entirely subordinate to religious control.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Moderate''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Reclaiming exists to bring all of creation back under God. The fallen races have the opportunity for forgiveness and redemption, but only if they serve Amarr. Separation of social classes is important, but service matters more than race.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Order promote a powerful, self-sufficient empire. They believe in the subjugation of all of creation under God: Association with the nations of fallen races only legitimizes their false claims over the worlds of the heavens.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Closed Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Trade is strictly regulated by religious laws. There can be no trade with those who refuse to serve God and Amarr. There is only one Empire of God, everything else is illegitimate and deserves no recognition.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[The Cult of Tetrimon (Chronicle)]] [[St. Tetrimon]] [[Council of Apostles]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/zealot-cult-blamed-for-massacre.-more-attacks-feared.-1/ Zealot Cult Blamed for Massacre; More Attacks Feared] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/tetrimon-grand-master-granted-sainthood Tetrimon Grand Master Granted Sainthood] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/534154-0/author/Arderich Posts by Arderich] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/order-of-st.-tetrimon-condemns-pilot-for-heresy/ Order of St. Tetrimon Condemns Pilot for Heresy] Forum: [http://oldforums.eveonline.com/?a=topic&threadID=384418&page=1#1 Regarding charges of heresy (Actor post)][http://oldforums.eveonline.com/?a=topic&threadID=384418&page=2#60] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/privy-council-orders-investigation-into-tetrimon-temple/ Privy Council Orders Investigation into Tetrimon Temple] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/356664-0/page/1#3 A Formal Request of Grand Master Horm] Forum: [http://eve-search.com/thread/348604-0/page/3#63 Address to the Faithful: Vigilance for God][http://eve-search.com/thread/348604-0/page/3#79] [https://community.eveonline.com/backstory/chronicles/testament/ Testament (Chronicle] [https://community.eveonline.com/backstory/chronicles/sunset/ Sunset (Chronicle)]
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| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid"|[[File:Sabik_65.png]]
| colspan=2 style="background: #222; vertical-align:middle; border-left: 1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid;"|'''Sani Sabik (heretics)''' '''Egoism''' '''''Hedonists'''''
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Holder Rights'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Very High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The equivalent of holders in Sani Sabik belief are known as savants. Savants are those with the power and will to ascend above all others. Savants have absolute power, provided no one else can displace them.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Equality'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''High''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |The Apocryphon, the primary body of Sabik scripture, states that all people are able to become God’s chosen. Some traditional Sabik sects might see some races as being born with better opportunities by virtue of their blood, but anyone with the will can become a savant (or even a god).
|-
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Foreign Affairs'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Imperialism''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Might makes right. Those in power are in power because they have earned it, and they will only keep it by fighting for it. Individual ascension is the root of Sabik beliefs, and that requires challenging everyone else to prove your dominance.
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| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''Economic Policies'''
| style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px #303030 solid; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:0.5em;"|''Free Market Economy''
| style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |Savants make their own rules. Personal power and wealth are what is important. If something exists and you want it, then you must let nothing get in the way of acquiring it. Live for yourself.
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| colspan=2 style="background:#222; vertical-align:middle; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; padding:1em;"|'''References'''
| colspan=2 style="background:#000; vertical-align:middle; text-align:left; border-bottom:1px #303030 solid; border-left:1px #000000 solid" |[[Sani Sabik]] [[Blooding]] [[Omir Sarikusa]] [[Blood Raiders]] [[The Apocryphon]] [[Of God and Her Beast (Chronicle)]] [[Half a Life (Chronicle)]] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/an-interview-with-midna-part-1/ Interview With Midna (Part 1)] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/an-interview-with-midna-part-2/ Interview With Midna (Part 2)] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/the-sweetest-shade-of-red-blood-raiders-exposed/ The Sweetest Shade of Red: Blood Raiders Exposed] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/only-the-bluest-of-blood-blood-raiders-exposed-ii/ Only the Bluest of Blood: Blood Raiders Exposed II] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/wrung-dry-blood-raiders-exposed-iii/ Wrung Dry: Blood Raiders Exposed III] News: [http://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/eve-online-news/midna-concert-awash-with-sani-sabik-symbolism/ Midna Concert Awash with Sani Sabik Symbolism] [[Slavery#Blood_Raiders]]
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==Opinions of the Throne (YC117)==
The opinion of the [[Amarr Emperor | Imperial Throne]] is an important consideration with regard to the influence of the Amarrian royal families. Families with more favor or respect are more able to achieve their goals without obstruction from the Emperor. In [[Jamyl Sarum|Jamyl I's]] reign, as of [[Year YC117 |YC117]] Imperial favor was seen as follows, going from most respected to least.

The opinion of the Imperial Throne since Catiz I came to power is not currently known.

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Cail Avetatu (Player corporation)

2019-10-01T21:03:40Z

Samira Kernher:

[[Category:Roleplay Corporations]] [[Category:Amarr Loyalist Corporations]]
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|ceo=Samira Kernher
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'''Cail Avetatu''' (''fellowship of the [[Ametat_and_Avetat|Avetat]]'') or the Avetat Order is an [[Amarr|Amarrian]] religious organization founded in YC120 by [[Samira Kernher]]. Cail Avetatu's stated goals are to cultivate a virtuous spirit through the purging of contemptible qualities and the adornment of good virtues and character. Through the [[Reclaiming|Reclamation]] of the inner spirit, the Avetatu hope to earn God's pleasure so that He will restore to Amarr the Crown of Wisdom, Avetat, beginning a new Golden Age of enlightenment.

Cail Avetatu is a branch of [[Ilash Toth|Tothism]], an Amarr Reformist movement. Like most Reformist faiths, Tothism is considered heresy by the orthodox Imperial Rite.

==Beliefs==
Avetatu is a Tothist branch and shares many beliefs with Tothism, such as the importance of the Ametat and Avetat, the need for Amarr to return to its earliest teachings and a rejection of Amarrian war-mongering, political power plays, and enslavement.

Avetatu differs from typical Tothian belief by continuing to recognize the Reclaiming as an essential element of the faith, though Avetatu understanding of the Reclaiming falls in line with Tothian teachings. Avetatism maintains that the Empire’s concern with conquest and enslaving other races for the gain of the people in power is a perversion of God’s will, and that the Reclaiming should be about converting through example and bettering the lives of those who embrace God.

===The Avetat===
The Avetat Order naturally holds the Crown of Wisdom, Avetat as its holiest artifact. The Avetat Order believes that true understanding of God’s will is not possible without the Avetat, as its loss represents God’s loss of faith in the Amarr Empire. As a result, [[Amash-Akura]], the first [[Amarr Emperor|emperor]] of Amarr, is also seen as its last true emperor. Amash-Akura is a complicated figure in Avetatist belief. He is believed to have been blessed beyond measure by God and that the Amarr he ruled was truly God’s Kingdom. [[Scriptures|Scripture]] written by Amash-Akura is the truest Scripture, because only it was written with absolute understanding of God’s will. However, Amash-Akura’s rejection of the sefrim damned Amarr. With the Crown taken away, no emperor can claim to rule with the voice of God. The Avetatu point to Epitoth, where God is described as charging the fallen Amash-Akura to lead and prove himself by his “own merit.”

The Scepter of Power, Ametat, is also given prominence in Avetatist belief, but it is considered somewhat less important. It is only by ruling righteously that God’s faith in Amarr will be restored – the power of the Scepter is believed a consequence of just rule, rather than a goal to be sought. As Amash-Akura fell because he sought too much power, and as Amarr’s current nobility and royalty also focus too much on increasing their personal power, the Scepter is viewed by Avetatists as dangerous, a tool that can only be justly wielded alongside the Crown.

===Ilash Toth===
The reformist Ilash Toth is a central figure in Avetatist religious belief, with only Amash-Akura and the First Prophet [[Dano Gheinok]] being more important. Toth was a radical theologian who condemned the development of Amarrian religious belief around the time of the enslavement of the Ealur. Toth preached that Amarr should return to earlier teachings, and was particularly critical of the Reclaiming. Toth believed the essence of the Amarr faith was in quiet dignity and service to God, and he accused the Holders and emperor of being concerned only with enriching their own power. Ametat and Avetat were taken from Amarr, Toth said, because the Empire had lost its way. Toth sought to find the two artifacts, believing that, if he succeeded, God will have proven his teachings.

As with other Tothian orders, the Avetat Order believes that Toth is a martyr, murdered by Amarrian rulers because he challenged their right to rule. With his death, his quest to find the Ametat and Avetat has fallen to his followers.

The teachings of Ilash Toth are assembled together in the Book of Toth, which is considered sacred by the Avetatu.

===Avetatism and Scriptural Law===
As with orthodox Amarrian belief, the Avetat Order believes that the ideal society is one that incorporates religious teachings into everyday life and governance. It is believed that God’s relation with His creations is not limited to the personal sphere and that God’s teachings are essential for moral living in all aspects of life. Secularism is considered to be a revolt against God.

Avetatism however holds to a stricter interpretation of Scriptural law than mainstream Amarrian belief. Where the Rite loosens laws as an individual ascends in the social hierarchy, Avetism teaches that Amarrian leaders need to be held to the same rules that govern the lower classes.

===Traditional Amarrian Thought and Avetatism===

===Cloning===
With the increased prominence of cloning in New Eden affairs, the Avetat Order has spoken against it. The Avetat Order calls cloning the “False Scepter,” claiming that, if it is not checked, emperors may begin to use it to achieve immortal reigns as if they held Ametat. The Avetat Order says that the immortality cloning supposedly confers is a lie, and true immortality can only be found in devotion to God.

===Light or Flame===
The Light or the Flame was a strategy of proper warfare established by Amash-Akura, entailing a series of offers given to enemies before violence is brought upon them. The Light or the Flame is expected to be heeded to by Avetatists. When warfare is conducted, the following offers are expected to be given to their opponents:

* Offer your enemy no harm if he submits to your demands peacefully.
* If your enemy refuses to submit, besiege them and offer those who fight for him no harm if they surrender and turn over their leaders.
* If those who fight for your enemy also refuse, then defeat them and their leaders, but spare those who do not raise arms against you.

In addition, Light or Flame in Avetatism has expanded to include other codes of war, many also established by Amash-Akura. Among the things forbidden by Light or Flame are rape, pillaging, murder of non-combatants (including the elderly, the infirm or disabled, children, travelers, and so on), defiling of the dead, and other gross mistreatment of people or the land (such as chemical warfare or "scorched earth" practices). Avetatist Light or Flame policies also state that if the facilities or resources of a non-combatant are used, the owner must be compensated for the service, and all cease-fires, flags of truce, and other negotiated terms must be obeyed without violation or deception.

==Devotional Practices of Avetatism==
===Ikhnihap===
Ikhnihap (''The First Walk'') is a pilgrimage in which a member of the Avetat Order follows the path of Dano Gheinok when he established the Amarr religion. The pilgrimage has two forms, in accordance with the two tellings of Gheinok's travels. The first and most common practice is to follow Gheinok's path from the continent of Assimia on Athra, stopping and praying at each location mentioned in Scripture, to Amarr Island, where a feast and celebration is held. This journey has considerable Scriptural and archaeological evidence and is commonly undertaken both by Avetatists and by orthodox Amarrian faithful.

The second form of Ikhnihap is humanity's journey from the EVE Gate to Athra. This form of Ikhnihap is intended for residents of space or who are otherwise unable to go planetside on Athra. With limited historical records available the exact path is unknown, so rituals are dependent on the day. A walker of this Ikhnihap is expected to spend at least one full day in every system, performing prayer and other services, until finally reaching Athra, where a final celebration is held.

Ikhnihap is an annual event, and every follower of Avetatism is expected to perform the pilgrimage at least once in their lifetime.

===Danads===
Avetatists are expected to perform or participate in a Danads (''Sacrifice'' or ''Offering'') annually, with a Dam-Danads (''Great Sacrifice'') once every five years. The annual Danads involves a one month fast, followed by animal sacrifice and ending in a ritual feast and donation. The purpose of Danads is to remind the faithful of the importance of sacrifice and submission to God. The Dam-Danads is supposed to occur during the same month as the annual Danads, and it celebrates the defeat of Molok and mourns the death of Amash-Akura. During this event, Avetatists are expected to wear a spiked crown and to self-flagellate themselves with scourges. These implements represent the Avetat and the Ametat, as well as their loss and the need to expel evil from the spirit before the pure forms of them will be returned.

==See Also==
* Forum: [https://forums.eveonline.com/t/cavtt-the-test-of-faith/193415 The Test of Faith]

Nomistrav

2019-09-23T15:52:02Z

Samira Kernher: Added race/bloodline icons.

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|name="Nomistrav"
|gender=Male
|race=[[Image:Gallente_Federation.png|left|32x32px]] [[Gallente]]
|bloodline=[[Image:Intaki_Logo.png|left|32x32px]] [[Intaki]] (50%) [[Image:Gallente_Federation.png|left|32x32px]] [[Mannar]] (50%)
|bloodtype=O+
|father=Garlial Amadi
|mother=Freltaine Amadi
|siblings="Aurora" Amadi
"Aeon" Amadi
|bplace=[[Intaki#Intaki|Intaki]]
|height=185cm (6'1")
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"Nomistrav", as he has come to be known, is an Intaki Reborn specializing in practical media and special operations. Born and raised to a upper-class family on Intaki Prime, his father, an esteemed lawyer within the Federation judicial system, paid for him to attend the prestigious Center of Advanced Studies School in Cistuvaert. After several years, he graduated with a degree in Philosophy, making him an unorthodox candidate among the more technically minded alumni. With a degree in hand, his father used his influence to permit Nomistrav to join an aspirants program sponsored by the Intaki Assembly, whereby he became a capsuleer in late March of YC111.

Though his upbringing initially brought him great difficulty in finding work as a capsuleer, his abilities afforded him by the Center of Advanced Studies made him a great industrial pilot in his early years. Starting as a courier who ferried ship parts throughout the cluster, he was impacted greatly by his parents' deaths only a year later. Grieving their loss, he quickly succumbed to angst and cynicism, turning to capsuleer-controlled null sec coalitions. A fighter for independent interests, he was grossly inexperienced, and was later sent back to the core worlds when that inexperience caught up with him.

Over the course of the next several years, Nomistrav attempted to return to his roots in the Federation. First, through joining the Federation militia, as he attempted to embrace his Federation upbringing, and then the Intaki secessionist movement as he drew closer to his homeland. Nomadic and still adjusting to a life of total independence, now reinforced by the loss of his parents, he found great difficulty in this tumultuous period. However, some relative stability took hold with the warclone conflict after the Battle of Caldari Prime, as he found himself acting the role of a mercenary in Molden Heath.

Following heightening tensions as the Warlords of Molden Heath drew themselves to near total destruction, he returned to Intaki Prime again to rejoin his secessionist allies in the Intaki Liberation Front. Distancing himself from the independent life he'd known for nearly seven years, he grew closer to the Intaki faith and culture once more. Despite his best interests, the world stage was growing desperate as new threats began to emerge in the form of the precursor Drifters. A call for purpose and demand for action brought him to leave Intaki to join with the Arataka Research Consortium, where he would spend the next several years fighting the Drifter menace.

His recent history has been quite secretive by contrast, and little is currently known of the man's whereabouts besides that he now can be found in the Amarr-Minmatar warzone.

Elsebeth Rhiannon (Character)

2019-09-23T15:43:35Z

Samira Kernher: Added race/bloodline icons and portrait.

{{IC}}
{{Character
|pilotpicture=Elsebeth_portrait.jpg
|caption=Elsebeth Rhiannon
|name=Elsebeth Rhiannon
|race=[[Image:Minmatar_republic.jpg|left|32x32px]] [[Minmatar]]
|bloodline=[[Image:Sebiestor_tribe.jpg|left|32x32px]] [[Sebiestor]]
|birthdate=2004.03.20 22:10:00
|corporation=SoE Roughriders
|occupation=CEO
|specialisation=Public Relations
}}

== Biography ==

Elsebeth Shaninn, of clan Rhiannon, was born on Matar in the Sebiestor heartlands of the North-Eastern continent of [https://fiction.eveonline.com/new-eden/lore/pator Mikramurka] continent, in the seaport city of [[Sundsele]], as first child of the then Heir to Rhiannon, grandchild of the then Head of the Clan. She is widely considered one of the most famous public figures among Minmatar loyalist capsuleers.

Elsebeth spent her first years alternatively in space on a <nowiki>mining station</nowiki> in Atgur and at her ancestral home on Matar, gathering a wide range of experiences. There are unconfirmed rumors of her parents having been involved in an underground railway and/or terrorist operations before the capsuleer era. They both lost their lives when Elsebeth was only 12 years old; recorded causes of death are asteroid collision with a passenger ship in space and suicide.

Between ages 12 and 16 Elsebeth was educated at Rhiannon as the Heir. At this time, she lived exclusively in Rhiannon estates in the countryside and in the closest city on Mikramurka, where the clan holds property. The clan specializes in trade, investment, and law, and is locally considered influential, with sparse but effective representation in certain local legal and governmental circles. From her clan-based upbringing she has a strong foundation in inter-clan negotiation and Sebiestor tribal law, with rudiments in international law and diplomacy. She also later studied in [[Pator Tech School (NPC corporation)|Pator Tech School]], graduating as a <nowiki>mining</nowiki> engineer in 105 and receiving her license as an independent capsuleer at the same time.

Elsebeth joined the [[Gradient (Player corporation)|Gradient]] corporation soon after entering space. She started out as a miner and <nowiki>mining</nowiki> supervisor, but quickly turned into diplomacy and leadership, helping shape <nowiki>Gradient</nowiki> as one of the most famous pro-[[Republic|Republic]], pro-peace voices in the cluster. She has served <nowiki>Gradient</nowiki> in various fields - industrial, combat, and leadership.

Her presence in space was in steep decline since the death of [[Karin Midular]] and the resulting armed incident between the Republic and the Federation in Colelie. There have been unconfirmed rumors about her activities at this time, placing her for example in deep undercover work in Amarr space and anti-Shakor conspiracies. What can be confirmed is that unlike in previous years, she has been in very sparse contact with her clan since Midular's death, and has not been seen visiting them for several years.

After these years in apparent hiding, Elsebeth returned to space to form a new corporation called Icecream Audit office, and moved on from there to SoE Roughriders, rejoining Electus Matari. She has again become prominent in space, but maintains that she holds no leadership position in EM and no direct loyalties to "any nation states".

She is recored as married to Masim, of Rhiannon, from Quildar, also a capsuleer, though her current contact to also her husband seems estranged. Their intra-clan-adopted son called Aeron (current Chief of Rhiannon since the death of Mira Shaninn in the YC121 Blood Raider attacks on Sundsele) has been recently licensed as an independent capsuleer under the callsign Aeron Morningstar, and joined SoE Roughriders. Masim, who went into retirement to raise their son, has been reported to have left Rhiannon clan home sometime after Aeron's graduation, and his current whereabouts are unknown.

== Tattoos ==

Elsebeth carries the Mark of Keeper of Traditions, a campfire / fireplace symbol on top of her left collar bone. This Mark is traditionally considered the mark of a clan leader among Rhiannon. Facial tattoos identify her as Rhiannon, and a member born (not married or adopted) into the clan. She carries affiliation tattoos to the Tribe and the Republic on her arms, though she often covers these with a jacket with the emblems of the capsuleer organization she currently works for. Among the life event tattoos that cover her back and arms there is a long wavy line of small capsules starting from her neck and winding down along her spine, recording all the emergency clonings she has been through.

== 10 rules of PR ==

'''Rule #1''': no, it is not enough to know yourself that you are doing a good job, how you look in public does matter.

'''Rule #2''': people who are not paying attention to how they make your corporation / alliance look like when they appear in public should not be allowed to talk in public. Better yet, they should not be hired in the first place. (Corollary: If you allow your pilots to appear in public, you should have a dedicated PR staff monitoring it.)

'''Rule #3''': there is nothing to be gained from engaging in "smacktalk", that is, bashing your opponents in public.

'''Rule #4''': whether or not what you are saying about your opponent is in fact true, #3 still holds.

'''Rule #5''': if you think rules #1-#4 do not apply in your situation, you should not be doing PR in the first place. Probably not talking to anyone outside of your family, either.

'''Rule #6''': negotiations with both your enemies and your allies should be done in privacy; the public forums are for addressing the general populace. (Sidenote: it is possible to make addressing the general populace look like talking to your enemy, see "open letters".)

'''Rule #7''': do not lie and do not publish unconfirmed rumors as the truth. This will initially make giving a good impression of yourself a pain in the ass to do in certain situations, but in the long run when the audience knows you just do not lie, it will work to your advantage.

'''Rule #8''': when your opponent is busy making themselves look bad all by themselves, there is no reason to interfere. (Corollary: if you can see the opponent looks like a moron in public, so can the general audience. No need to point it out to them; just sit back and enjoy the show.)

'''Rule #9''': if you do not want to discuss something, do not bring it up yourself. (Related observation: peace and unity is rarely achieved by insulting the ones you wish to be in peace and unity with.)

'''Rule #10''': only provoke the enemy when you are prepared for the [[War_Declaration|war declaration]].

File:Elsebeth portrait.jpg

2019-09-23T15:42:34Z

Samira Kernher:

Astaire Quatrevaux

2019-09-23T15:40:56Z

Samira Kernher: Added race/bloodline icons.

{{IC}}

{{Warning|Spoilers! This article contains details that have not been publicly revealed in-character. Read at your own risk!}}

'''Astaire Quatrevaux''' is a neuroscientist and clinical psychologist ostensibly from Caille, Gallente Prime. His true background has intentionally been shrouded in lies and secrecy.

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|gender=male
|race=[[Image:Gallente_Federation_(transparent).png|left|32x32px]][[Gallente]] [[Image:Minmatar_republic.jpg|left|32x32px]] [[Minmatar]]
|bloodline=[[Image:Gallente_Federation_(transparent).png|left|32x32px]] [[Ethnic Gallente|Gallente]] [[Image:Krusual_tribe.png|left|32x32px]] [[Krusual]]
|bloodtype=A+
|father=Errol Falconer
|mother=Xay Licei
|siblings=none
|bplace=Octanneve V, Solitude
|height=183 cm (6’0)
|haircolor=dark brown
|eyecolor=brown
|corporation=[[Viavant]]
|affiliation=Karaya-Ya Circle
|specialisation=Medicine
|education=University of Caille
|religion=none
|augmentations=none
}}

===Identity: Astaire Quatrevaux===

====Personal life and studies====

According to records, Astaire Quatrevaux was born and raised in Caille by Jenai and Micaela Quatrevaux, both Gallente. He attended the University of Caille, where he earned doctorates in neuroscience and psychology.

====Professional career====

Quatrevaux opened a clinical practice sometime around the turn of the century. In YC115, he entered capsuleer training, from which he graduated on July 8, YC121. He has no criminal record. He launched a new suite of practices under the corporate name [[Viavant]] shortly after graduating.

====Verification of records====

The documentation confirming his identity is solid and able to be verified. The only sign that something might be amiss is that, due to changing technology, some of the documents, such as his birth certificate, are formatted in ways that are too modern for being four decades old. This might be explained by the original files being corrupted.

===Identity: Ira Falconer===

====Early life====

Ira Falconer was born in the city of Moisant, on the island of the same name, on Octanneve V in Solitude in YC77. His father was Gallente and Mannar, and his mother was a descendant of Krusual slaves from the Amarr Empire.

The city of Moisant was a refuge of sorts set up by the Mannar governors of Octanneve V’s larger continents. Run by Clan Licei of the Krusual Tribe, it straddles the equator, and is one of the warmest places on the planet, with a subtropical climate. Ira grew up on a marina owned by his mother’s family. Early on, he displayed a talent for building things. He studied engineering first, then coding. When he learned the natural sciences in school, he made a connection between the neural “circuits” of the physical body and the electrical circuits that powered his world. This paved his way into neuroscience, specifically brain implants.

His father worked in warehousing and distribution, but in secret, the work he did was for Serpentis Corporation. He attempted to leave his position around YC86, and may have attempted to steal information or double-cross the corporation in the process. Before he could quit, he and his wife were killed in an unfortunate dropship accident. The clan chief of the Licei, Kaya Bati, suspected Serpentis and had Ira adopted by clan members living in Mylain, a city on Gallente Prime, in hopes that the corporation would not search for him there.

====Employment by Serpentis====

Ira excelled at his studies and began college at 16 years old, enrolling at the University of Caille. There he met a woman named Drienne. They dated, fell in love, and unexpectedly created a child. Ira married Drienne several months before she gave birth to their daughter. A year later, they also had a son. Ira continued his studies, but his new family put him under increasing financial strain. Serpentis approached him with an offer he couldn’t refuse: a position researching and developing neural implants, with a sizable salary to match.

Melisma Ramijozana

2019-09-23T15:40:45Z

Samira Kernher: Added race/bloodline icons.

{{IC}}
'''Melisma Ramijozana''' is a Sebiestor industrialist and activist. She is the heir of the cadet branch of Clan Ramijozana.

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|name=Melisma Ramijozana
|gender=female
|race=[[Image:Minmatar_republic.jpg|left|32x32px]] [[Minmatar]]
|bloodline=[[Image:Sebiestor_tribe.jpg|left|32x32px]] [[Sebiestor]]
|bloodtype=O+
|father=Emile Ramijozana
|mother=Joanna Ramijozana
|siblings=none
|bplace=[[Ramijanawa]]
|height=177 cm (5’10)
|haircolor=auburn
|eyecolor=hazel
|corporation=[[Corovid Industries]]
|specialisation=Industry
|education=Republic University
|religion=Sebiestor spirituality
|augmentations=none
}}

===Early life===
Melisma was born to Emile Ramijozana, of Ramijozana, and Joanna Ramijozana, of Texiaco, on April 29, YC90. As she was born during sunrise, her “clan name” includes the epithet “Dawnbreaker.” She was born in her family’s ''ger'', or yurt, in [[Ramijanawa]], a small town on the clan’s ancestral lands on the steppes of [[Mikramurka]], [[Matar]], near the center of the coast and a few hours by car west of [[Sundsele]].

Emile was the cadet heir of Clan Ramijozana. (Some centuries earlier, before the Long Night, the Ramijozana hereditary line had split, with half of the tribe supporting one heir and the other half supporting the other. As a result, the line has two heirs, one who becomes clan chief and one who becomes cadet chief.) This role traditionally made him the chairman of [[Corovid Industries]], the clan’s manufacturing company and primary source of income.

Melisma was an active, curious child, eager to learn, whether through traditional schooling or exploration. She was especially attached to her father, a quiet but pleasant man who indulged Melisma’s questions and experiments.

====Beginnings of grief====
Melisma’s first brush with loss was the passing of her clan chief’s two daughters, both victims of what Ramijanawans refer to as the “slow sickness.” It is an autoimmune disease that attacks the myelin sheath of the spinal cord, causing various disabilities to a person that often last years before the body shuts down. The clan chief, Tiama Ramijozana, turned out to be a carrier of the disease, as was her husband.

Next to succumb to the slow sickness was Emile Ramijozana. His symptoms lasted for four years, rendering him blind, deaf, and unable to walk until a simple infection ended his life in the early hours of January 1, YC100. Both Joanna and Melisma were inconsolable. Joanna became markedly more reserved, and Melisma’s interest in her studies waned. Additionally, because Melisma was Emile’s only heir, control of Corovid Industries technically fell to her at that time, at nine years old. Joanna ran the company and would do so until Melisma came of age for running it, a handoff typically expected to happen at fifty years old.

Over the course of her childhood, several more of Melisma’s kin would be lost to the slow sickness, accidents, rebellion, and old age. The clan became known for its profound grief.

Genetic testing carried out ahead of her capsuleer training would confirm that Melisma is not a carrier for the slow sickness.

====Military training====

Melisma enrolled in the Republic military for mandatory service at fourteen years old. Her performance was unremarkable, and she remained in the reserves, never seeing action.

===Postsecondary learning===

After graduating from high school, Melisma attended Republic University, where she earned a bachelors and then a masters degree in cluster politics. Her roommate while living on campus was [[Tananarive Anat]], a Krusual woman. This was Melisma’s first experience away from home, and she adapted to it poorly. She spent most of her time drinking and partying, and only passed her courses due to an uncanny ability to cram efficiently.

During her baccalaureate program, Melisma, accompanied by Tananarive, took a preliminary test for capsule compatibility because the University’s capsuleer program was giving out free sandwiches that day. Both women appeared to be capsule-rated. Tiama encouraged Melisma to undergo full testing, due in part to competition from the Ronukens, the only descendants of Ramijozana kin taken during the Amarr Occupation to have returned to Ramijanawa. Having made excellent money working in the Federation for a time, the Ronukens were comparatively wealthy, and were putting all four of their children through capsuleer training. Tiama wanted to send Melisma as well, so as not to be one-upped by the freedmen. (The Ronukens and one of their daughters would shortly perish in the Battle of Mekhios, and a son had already died in training.)

Melisma made it through capsuleer training not on talent but sheer force of will. She wanted to convert Corovid Industries to an interstellar corporation and use the resources she would have as a capsuleer to return the company to profitability. Her instructors passed her after she was the first in her class to volunteer for euthanasia, and survived her first clone transfer. The favored bet had been that she would not.

===As a capsuleer===

Melisma earned her capsuleer license on September 24, YC120.

====Takeover of Corovid Industries====

====Shift in political alignment====

====Relationships====

===Lagniappe===

Melisma’s surname is pronounced “RRRA-mi-ho-ZAHN-nah,” with the R rolled and the J hushed. The town name, Ramijanawa (meaning “the seat of those in power”), is pronounced similarly. However, outsiders get it wrong so frequently that no clan member would correct it unless provoked.

Like the rest of her clan, Melisma uses the word “grief” the same way that other Sebiestor might use “spirits,” as in interjections and epithets: “Grief above and below.”

Krusual Tribe

2019-09-23T15:33:46Z

Samira Kernher:

[[Category:NPC Corporations]]
[[Category:Lore]]
[[Category:Minmatar Republic]]

[[Image:Krusual tribe.png|frame|Krusual Tribe]]

'''Tribal Leader''': Tenerhaddi Dykon

The '''Krusual tribe''' is sly and cunning, shrouding its ways in lies and secrecy. It is isolationist by nature, but lately it's been becoming more and more involved with the power politics of the [[Minmatar|Republic]], staking a claim for its mastery.

== Racial Traits ==
The Krusual are tall, with brown skin. They keep their heads shaved at the sides, with only a narrow hairline running from their forehead to the back of their heads.
[[Image:Krusual.jpg|frame|Krusual]]
The Krusual tribe uses flowing, often geometric tattoo motifs, seldom cluttered, always orderly and pleasing the eye.

== History ==
The Krusual tribe initially inhabited the mountainous region of the upper Tronhadar-valley on [[Matar]]. The other tribes regarded the Krusual as the most barbaric of them all, but that stemmed more from a lack of knowledge about the intricate culture of the secluded Krusual rather than being an actual fact.

The [[Amarr]] had real difficulties subduing the Krusual during their conquest of the Minmatar, with the unruly tribe in their mountain bases remaining always a thorn in the Amarr side.

=== Recent Events ===
Ever the crafty ones, most Krusual view recent events as an opportunity as well as a cause for celebration. With the help of the Elders the Republic is now in a position to wield some real power, and the Krusual want to be a part of that.

Many of them see through the tribal leaders’ rhetoric and understand the situation for what it is, and while they realize that the Republic is by no means invulnerable they also appreciate that now is the time for action. They want to see the Republic integrate the [[Nefantar|other]] [[Thukker_Tribe|three]] [[Starkmanir|tribes]] where practical, and to use that added strength to expand their influence and territory while they have the chance.

== See Also ==
* [[NPC Corporations#Minmatar Republic|Minmatar corporations]]
* [[NPC Corporations#Tribes|Minmatar tribes]]
* [[Minmatar|The Minmatar Republic]]
*[[Minmatar (NPCs)]]

Samira Kernher:

[[image:numayriyah.png|right|thumb|250px|The Numayriyan continent on Thebeka III.]]

Numayriyah is a continent on [[Thebeka (System)|Thebeka III]] in the [[Domain (Region)|Domain]] region of the [[Amarr Empire]]. It is ruled by the Numayr Family, who are vassals to the lord of Thebeka and the [[Ardishapur Family]].

==Geography, Climate, Architecture, and Agriculture==
Numayriyah is located on the equator of Thebeka III, a 310 K average temperature planet. It is typically very warm, though it has a large seasonal variance in its climate due to its eccentric orbit, with long wet and dry seasons. The Numayriyan continent is a mix of equatorial, tropical, and subtropical zonobiomes, and is comprised of savannas, shrublands, deserts, tropical forests, and mountains, with large mountain ranges and grasslands in the largest, central part of the continent, and desert dunes on the southeast arm.

Most city buildings are large and circular, many topped with domes. Generally, each dome is subdivided into multiple levels and internal buildings, so the domes can get rather large. All of the buildings are connected, share public resources, and are kept cool inside. A network of bioturbs provide usual transit between buildings, but it is possible to walk or secure alternate routes. In most cities, at least one district (between one or several domes) is devoted to [[Slavery|slaves]], with increased security regulating transport between slave buildings and free buildings. Religious iconography is common on most buildings, though the amount and upkeep varies depending on the wealth of the local neighborhood. Most buildings include religious rooms to accommodate daily prayers and worship. Many local businesses, in varying fields, make use of slave labor, leased from the ruling Numayr Family.

Outside of the cities are farmlands. Water-providing and solar-blocking infrastructure enables growth cycles even during the long dry seasons. Slaves work these fields using vehicles and machinery. There are also vast fields of solar panels and wind-harvesters. These do not provide the complete sum of the cities' power supplies, but work to supplement the main city reactors and generate energy for smaller settlements.

Desalination plants and rain collectors provide much of the local potable water, and recycling capabilities are high. Many buildings also have a tap to the water table (slave buildings typically lack this by default, but many slaves know how to build them).

==Culture and Demographics==
Numayriyan local culture is, like most Ardishapur territories, devout and conservative. It is generally distrusting of outsiders and the importing of foreign goods is restricted. Numayriyans are largely peaceful and the population favors internal spiritual development over wars of conquest. The idea of [[True Amarr|True Amarrian]] superiority is the norm in Numayriyah. While Numayriyans do not necessarily believe that all non-True-Amarr must forever remain slaves, and most believe that all races have the chance to prove themselves true servants of God, the common interpretation of the faith is that True Amarr are spiritually, culturally, and biologically superior to others. Despite the peaceful and introspective nature of Numayriyah, the social divisions have allowed an undercurrent of anger to develop among the lesser races and classes. Free people of non-True-Amarr birth face considerably more difficulties in building good lives, while the poor of True Amarr birth typically blame those of "lower" heritage for their current state. Violence, discrimination, and abuse occasionally arises between poor True Amarr and members of "lesser" races.

Numayriyans highly value honesty and integrity, and the region has what might be considered pre-[[Vak'Atioth|Vak'Atiothan]] sensibilities. They generally disfavor the concessions made by modern Amarr, and have little respect for the actions of many recent emperors, including [[Heideran VII|Heideran]]. Numayriyah, like many Ardishapur territories, favors an Empire that is isolated from the interstellar community.

The most populous ethnic groups in Numayriyah are True Amarr (with a high number descended from [[Udorian|Udorians]]), Ealur, [[Brutor]], [[Sebiestor]], and [[Vherokior]]. There are very few [[Ni-Kunni]] on Numayriyah. As a core world, settled already relatively shortly after Amarr ventured into space, and due to the relatively short period in which Ni-kunni were enslaved on a large scale, relatively few made it to Thebeka.

The local currency is the Numayriyan bashic.

==Government==
The ruling family of Numayriyah are the Numayr Family. Lord Khalil Heshmat Numayr is the title holder. He is in his mid to late 100s. Khalil is wise and dignified, and shows respect towards honorable opponents. He takes politics and social class very seriously. He refuses to engage with commoners in any form, and finds the tendency for [[capsuleer]] [[Holders]] to interact freely on public venues like the IGS to be uncouth. Khalil is generally only seen by those outside of the family for formal state functions or in high society affairs exclusive to peers and superiors. He is married to Lady Khorisi of House Mozafari. They have four children and dozens of grandchildren and great grandchildren between them. The family colors are yellow on blue, and their charge is a chalice with two feathers.

The Numayr Family has some small amount of Udorian heritage. The family does not deny this fact if it is brought up, but it also does not call attention to it in the manner that houses like the [[Tash-Murkon Family|Tash-Murkons]] do. The Numayr Family position is that they are True Amarr, period.

The Numayr Family is a vassal of House Ardishapur. They are opposed to House Tash-Murkon, though this is over their poor devotion to the Imperial Rite rather than their racial background. The Numayrs did not approve of [[Jamyl I|Jamyl's]] ascent to empress and are against the reintegration of the [[Khanid Kingdom]], though the family is politically adept and generally avoids stating such things openly.

==Slaves==

[[image:Dabara_thebeka_iii_riots.png|left|thumb|300px|Dabara, a city on Numayriyah, suffered a major slave rebellion between December of YC120 and January YC121.]]

Numayriyan slaves are brought up in the faith and given education (within reason for their occupation), and are generally high generation. Most slaves are loyal to the Amarr faith and nation. [[Transcranial Microcontrollers|TCMCs]] are banned in Numayriyah, and [[Vitoc|vitoxin]] is reserved only for the most troublesome cases, where traditional slave control methods fail. The Numayr Family rely on carrot and stick methods. Positive behavior is reinforced (with greater privileges, access to better jobs or positions, access to spending money and personal possessions, greater freedom of movement, larger housing, etc), while negative behavior is punished (reduction in privileges and dignities, corporal punishment, penitent's boxes (essentially a hot box), glaive collars, vitoxin or family separation in extreme cases). Punishments are typically public, to discourage others. Most high generation slave families have culturally internalized this, and indoctrination starts at home. Families prefer to punish their children first, rather than leaving it to an overseer or Slaver.

Most overseers (and some police) are slaves, too. While many are good, decent people, the insecurities inherent in being born and raised in slavery means some overseers let the power go to their heads and take advantage of their positions to abuse the lesser slaves beneath them. While in theory the Numayr Family would disapprove of this behavior and punish those engaging in it, and indeed they strongly encourage slaves to report inappropriate behavior they witness among their neighbors, the nature of slavery means many crimes go unreported because of likelihood of being ignored (or worse, punished - a likely outcome to reporting on a superior). Free Slavers do exist at the upper levels, but they generally manage larger groups of slaves and prepare programs they delegate to others rather than micromanaging individual slave development.

The Salvation Church of Blessed Servitude provides most of the spiritual and educational development for slaves in Numayriyah.

Slaves are fitted with subdermal tracking chips at birth. Having a child (and other major life developments, like marriage, major purchases, and so on) requires the permission of a presiding overseer or slaver. All slave births must be documented and these births must be performed by medical professionals (both for health reasons and to ensure every new slave is accounted for and chipped). Concealing births is a high crime that if discovered will result in the separation of the child from their parents (among other consequences). Technically-savvy slaves, rebels, and freedom fighters generally know means of disabling the tracking chips (though disabling a chip sets off a silent alarm that directs security forces to its last known location), but they are effective at keeping the average slave from escaping. Slaves typically start work at around 7 years old. Slaves go through regular aptitude tests to determine their skills, allowing Slavers to place them where they will be most useful.

Due to the general high quality of its slaves, slaves are a major export for the Numayr Family. Its reputation in this market has suffered considerably, however, following large slave rebellions that took place on Numayriyah in late YC120 and early YC121.

==See Also==
* [[Ardishapur Family]]
* [[Samira Kernher]]
* News: [https://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/multiple-terrorist-attacks-against-amarr-empire-as-privy-council-meets/ Multiple Terrorist Attacks Against Amarr Empire as Privy Council Meets]
* News: [https://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/amarr-forces-respond-to-terrorist-attacks-and-slave-revolts-on-five-worlds/ Amarr Forces Respond to Terrorist Attacks and Slave Revolts on Five Worlds]
* News: [https://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/amarr-steps-up-border-patrols-alleges-republic-interference-in-internal-affairs/ Amarr Steps Up Border Patrols; Alleges Republic Interference in Internal Affairs]
* News: [https://community.eveonline.com/news/news-channels/world-news/thebeka-holders-outraged-as-paramilitary-forces-accused-of-taking-slaves-notorious-khanid-slaver-arrested/ Thebeka Holders Outraged as Paramilitary Forces Accused of Taking Slaves; Notorious Khanid Slaver Arrested]

[[Category:Worldbuilding]]

2019-06-07T23:49:29Z

Samira Kernher:

[[image:thebeka_III.png|right|thumb|250px|Thebeka III, with Numayriyah centered.]]

Numayriyah is a continent on [[Thebeka (System)|Thebeka III]] in the [[Domain (Region)|Domain]] region of the [[Amarr Empire]]. It is ruled by the Numayr Family, who are vassals to the [[Ardishapur Family]].

==Geography, Climate, Architecture, and Agriculture==
Numayriyah is located on the equator of Thebeka III, a 310 K average temperature planet. It is typically very warm, though it has a large seasonal variance in its climate due to its eccentric orbit, with long wet and dry seasons. The Numayriyan continent is a mix of equatorial, tropical, and subtropical zonobiomes, and is comprised of savannas, shrublands, deserts, tropical forests, and mountains, with large mountain ranges and grasslands in the largest, central part of the continent, and desert dunes on the southeast arm.

Most city buildings are large and circular, many topped with domes. Generally, each dome is subdivided into multiple levels and internal buildings, so the domes can get rather large. All of the buildings are connected, share public resources, and are kept cool inside. A network of bioturbs provide usual transit between buildings, but it is possible to walk or secure alternate routes. In most cities, at least one district (between one or several domes) is devoted to [[Slavery|slaves]], with increased security regulating transport between slave buildings and free buildings. Religious iconography is common on most buildings, though the amount and upkeep varies depending on the wealth of the local neighborhood. Most buildings include religious rooms to accommodate daily prayers and worship. Many local businesses, in varying fields, make use of slave labor, leased from the ruling Numayr Family.

Outside of the cities are farmlands. Water-providing and solar-blocking infrastructure enables growth cycles even during the long dry seasons. Slaves work these fields using vehicles and machinery. There are also vast fields of solar panels and wind-harvesters. These do not provide the complete sum of the cities' power supplies, but work to supplement the main city reactors and generate energy for smaller settlements.

Desalination plants and rain collectors provide much of the local potable water, and recycling capabilities are high. Many buildings also have a tap to the water table (slave buildings typically lack this by default, but many slaves know how to build them).

==Culture and Demographics==
Numayriyan local culture is, like most Ardishapur territories, devout and conservative. It is generally distrusting of outsiders and the importing of foreign goods is restricted. Numayriyans are largely peaceful and the population favors internal spiritual development over wars of conquest. The idea of [[True Amarr|True Amarrian]] superiority is the norm in Numayriyah. While Numayriyans do not necessarily believe that all non-True-Amarr must forever remain slaves, and most believe that all races have the chance to prove themselves true servants of God, the common interpretation of the faith is that True Amarr are spiritually, culturally, and biologically superior to others. Despite the peaceful and introspective nature of Numayriyah, the social divisions have allowed an undercurrent of anger to develop among the lesser races and classes. Free people of non-True-Amarr birth face considerably more difficulties in building good lives, while the poor of True Amarr birth typically blame those of "lower" heritage for their current state. Violence, discrimination, and abuse occasionally arises between poor True Amarr and members of "lesser" races.

Numayriyans highly value honesty and integrity, and the region has what might be considered pre-[[Vak'Atioth|Vak'Atiothan]] sensibilities. They generally disfavor the concessions made by modern Amarr, and have little respect for the actions of many recent emperors, including [[Heideran VII|Heideran]]. Numayriyah, like many Ardishapur territories, favors an Empire that is isolated from the interstellar community.

The most populous ethnic groups in Numayriyah are True Amarr (with a high number descended from [[Udorian|Udorians]]), Ealur, [[Brutor]], [[Sebiestor]], and [[Vherokior]]. There are very few [[Ni-Kunni]] on Numayriyah. As a core world, settled already relatively shortly after Amarr ventured into space, and due to the relatively short period in which Ni-kunni were enslaved on a large scale, relatively few made it to Thebeka.

The local currency is the Numayriyan bashic.

==Government==
The ruling family of Numayriyah are the Numayr Family. Lord Khalil Heshmat Numayr is the title holder. He is in his mid to late 100s. Khalil is wise and dignified, and shows respect towards honorable opponents. He takes politics and social class very seriously. He refuses to engage with commoners in any form, and finds the tendency for [[capsuleer]] [[Holders]] to interact freely on public venues like the IGS to be uncouth. Khalil is generally only seen by those outside of the family for formal state functions or in high society affairs exclusive to peers and superiors. He is married to Lady Khorisi of House Mozafari. They have four children and dozens of grandchildren and great grandchildren between them. The family colors are yellow on blue, and their charge is a chalice with two feathers.

The Numayr Family has some small amount of Udorian heritage. The family does not deny this fact if it is brought up, but it also does not call attention to it in the manner that houses like the [[Tash-Murkon Family|Tash-Murkons]] do. The Numayr Family position is that they are True Amarr, period.

The Numayr Family is a vassal of House Ardishapur. They are opposed to House Tash-Murkon, though this is over their poor devotion to the Imperial Rite rather than their racial background. The Numayrs did not approve of [[Jamyl I|Jamyl's]] ascent to empress and are against the reintegration of the [[Khanid Kingdom]], though the family is politically adept and generally avoids stating such things openly.

==Slaves==

[[image:Dabara_thebeka_iii_riots.png|left|thumb|200px|Dabara, a city on Numayriyah, suffered a major slave rebellion between December of YC120 and January YC121.]]

Numayriyan slaves are brought up in the faith and given education (within reason for their occupation), and are generally high generation. Most slaves are loyal to the Amarr faith and nation. [[Transcranial Microcontrollers|TCMCs]] are banned in Numayriyah, and [[Vitoc|vitoxin]] is reserved only for the most troublesome cases, where traditional slave control methods fail. The Numayr Family rely on carrot and stick methods. Positive behavior is reinforced (with greater privileges, access to better jobs or positions, access to spending money and personal possessions, greater freedom of movement, larger housing, etc), while negative behavior is punished (reduction in privileges and dignities, corporal punishment, penitent's boxes (essentially a hot box), glaive collars, vitoxin or family separation in extreme cases). Punishments are typically public, to discourage others. Most high generation slave families have culturally internalized this, and indoctrination starts at home. Families prefer to punish their children first, rather than leaving it to an overseer or Slaver.

Most overseers (and some police) are slaves, too. While many are good, decent people, the insecurities inherent in being born and raised in slavery means some overseers let the power go to their heads and take advantage of their positions to abuse the lesser slaves beneath them. While in theory the Numayr Family would disapprove of this behavior and punish those engaging in it, and indeed they strongly encourage slaves to report inappropriate behavior they witness among their neighbors, the nature of slavery means many crimes go unreported because of likelihood of being ignored (or worse, punished - a likely outcome to reporting on a superior). Free Slavers do exist at the upper levels, but they generally manage larger groups of slaves and prepare programs they delegate to others rather than micromanaging individual slave development.

The Salvation Church of Blessed Servitude provides most of the spiritual and educational development for slaves in Numayriyah.

Slaves are fitted with subdermal tracking chips at birth. Having a child (and other major life developments, like marriage, major purchases, and so on) requires the permission of a presiding overseer or slaver. All slave births must be documented and these births must be performed by medical professionals (both for health reasons and to ensure every new slave is accounted for and chipped). Concealing births is a high crime that if discovered will result in the separation of the child from their parents (among other consequences). Technically-savvy slaves, rebels, and freedom fighters generally know means of disabling the tracking chips (though disabling a chip sets off a silent alarm that directs security forces to its last known location), but they are effective at keeping the average slave from escaping. Slaves typically start work at around 7 years old. Slaves go through regular aptitude tests to determine their skills, allowing Slavers to place them where they will be most useful.

Due to the general high quality of its slaves, slaves are a major export for the Numayr Family. The rebellion is likely to hurt this market greatly.

[[Category:Worldbuilding]]

2019-06-07T23:37:14Z

Samira Kernher: Created page with "Thebeka III, with Numayriyah centered. Numayriyah is a continent on Thebeka III in the Domain (Region)|Doma..."

[[image:thebeka_III.png|right|thumb|250px|Thebeka III, with Numayriyah centered.]]

Numayriyah is a continent on [[Thebeka (System)|Thebeka III]] in the [[Domain (Region)|Domain]] region of the [[Amarr Empire]]. It is ruled by the Numayr Family, who are vassals to the [[Ardishapur Family]].

==Geography, Climate, Architecture, and Agriculture==
Numayriyah is located on the equator of Thebeka III, a 310 K average temperature planet. It is typically very warm, though it has a large seasonal variance in its climate due to its eccentric orbit, with long wet and dry seasons. The Numayriyan continent is a mix of equatorial, tropical, and subtropical zonobiomes, and is comprised of savannas, shrublands, deserts, tropical forests, and mountains, with large mountain ranges and grasslands in the largest, central part of the continent, and desert dunes on the southeast arm.

Most city buildings are large and circular, many topped with domes. Generally, each dome is subdivided into multiple levels and internal buildings, so the domes can get rather large. All of the buildings are connected, share public resources, and are kept cool inside. A network of bioturbs provide usual transit between buildings, but it is possible to walk or secure alternate routes. In most cities, at least one district (between one or several domes) is devoted to [[Slavery|slaves]], with increased security regulating transport between slave buildings and free buildings. Religious iconography is common on most buildings, though the amount and upkeep varies depending on the wealth of the local neighborhood. Most buildings include religious rooms to accommodate daily prayers and worship. Many local businesses, in varying fields, make use of slave labor, leased from the ruling Numayr Family.

Outside of the cities are farmlands. Water-providing and solar-blocking infrastructure enables growth cycles even during the long dry seasons. Slaves work these fields using vehicles and machinery. There are also vast fields of solar panels and wind-harvesters. These do not provide the complete sum of the cities' power supplies, but work to supplement the main city reactors and generate energy for smaller settlements.

Desalination plants and rain collectors provide much of the local potable water, and recycling capabilities are high. Many buildings also have a tap to the water table (slave buildings typically lack this by default, but many slaves know how to build them).

==Culture and Demographics==
Numayriyan local culture is, like most Ardishapur territories, devout and conservative. It is generally distrusting of outsiders and the importing of foreign goods is restricted. Numayriyans are largely peaceful and the population favors internal spiritual development over wars of conquest. The idea of [[True Amarr|True Amarrian]] superiority is the norm in Numayriyah. While Numayriyans do not necessarily believe that all non-True-Amarr must forever remain slaves, and most believe that all races have the chance to prove themselves true servants of God, the common interpretation of the faith is that True Amarr are spiritually, culturally, and biologically superior to others. Despite the peaceful and introspective nature of Numayriyah, the social divisions have allowed an undercurrent of anger to develop among the lesser races and classes. Free people of non-True-Amarr birth face considerably more difficulties in building good lives, while the poor of True Amarr birth typically blame those of "lower" heritage for their current state. Violence, discrimination, and abuse occasionally arises between poor True Amarr and members of "lesser" races.

Numayriyans highly value honesty and integrity, and the region has what might be considered pre-[[Vak'Atioth|Vak'Atiothan]] sensibilities. They generally disfavor the concessions made by modern Amarr, and have little respect for the actions of many recent emperors, including [[Heideran VII|Heideran]]. Numayriyah, like many Ardishapur territories, favors an Empire that is isolated from the interstellar community.

The most populous ethnic groups in Numayriyah are True Amarr (with a high number descended from [[Udorian|Udorians]]), Ealur, [[Brutor]], [[Sebiestor]], and [[Vherokior]]. There are very few [[Ni-Kunni]] on Numayriyah. As a core world, settled already relatively shortly after Amarr ventured into space, and due to the relatively short period in which Ni-kunni were enslaved on a large scale, relatively few made it to Thebeka.

The local currency is the Numayriyan bashic.

==Government==
The ruling family of Numayriyah are the Numayr Family. Lord Khalil Heshmat Numayr is the title holder. He is in his mid to late 100s. Khalil is wise and dignified, and shows respect towards honorable opponents. He takes politics and social class very seriously. He refuses to engage with commoners in any form, and finds the tendency for [[capsuleer]] [[Holders]] to interact freely on public venues like the IGS to be uncouth. Khalil is generally only seen by those outside of the family for formal state functions or in high society affairs exclusive to peers and superiors. He is married to Lady Khorisi of House Mozafari. They have four children and dozens of grandchildren and great grandchildren between them. The family colors are yellow on blue, and their charge is a chalice with two feathers.

The Numayr Family has some small amount of Udorian heritage. The family does not deny this fact if it is brought up, but it also does not call attention to it in the manner that houses like the [[Tash-Murkon Family|Tash-Murkons]] do. The Numayr Family position is that they are True Amarr, period.

The Numayr Family is a vassal of House Ardishapur. They are opposed to House Tash-Murkon, though this is over their poor devotion to the Imperial Rite rather than their racial background. The Numayrs did not approve of [[Jamyl I|Jamyl's]] ascent to empress and are against the reintegration of the [[Khanid Kingdom]], though the family is politically adept and generally avoids stating such things openly.

==Slaves==
Numayriyan slaves are brought up in the faith and given education (within reason for their occupation), and are generally high generation. Most slaves are loyal to the Amarr faith and nation. [[Transcranial Microcontrollers|TCMCs]] are banned in Numayriyah, and [[Vitoc|vitoxin]] is reserved only for the most troublesome cases, where traditional slave control methods fail. The Numayr Family rely on carrot and stick methods. Positive behavior is reinforced (with greater privileges, access to better jobs or positions, access to spending money and personal possessions, greater freedom of movement, larger housing, etc), while negative behavior is punished (reduction in privileges and dignities, corporal punishment, penitent's boxes (essentially a hot box), glaive collars, vitoxin or family separation in extreme cases). Punishments are typically public, to discourage others. Most high generation slave families have culturally internalized this, and indoctrination starts at home. Families prefer to punish their children first, rather than leaving it to an overseer or Slaver.

Most overseers (and some police) are slaves, too. While many are good, decent people, the insecurities inherent in being born and raised in slavery means some overseers let the power go to their heads and take advantage of their positions to abuse the lesser slaves beneath them. While in theory the Numayr Family would disapprove of this behavior and punish those engaging in it, and indeed they strongly encourage slaves to report inappropriate behavior they witness among their neighbors, the nature of slavery means many crimes go unreported because of likelihood of being ignored (or worse, punished - a likely outcome to reporting on a superior). Free Slavers do exist at the upper levels, but they generally manage larger groups of slaves and prepare programs they delegate to others rather than micromanaging individual slave development.

The Salvation Church of Blessed Servitude provides most of the spiritual and educational development for slaves in Numayriyah.

Slaves are fitted with subdermal tracking chips at birth. Having a child (and other major life developments, like marriage, major purchases, and so on) requires the permission of a presiding overseer or slaver. All slave births must be documented and these births must be performed by medical professionals (both for health reasons and to ensure every new slave is accounted for and chipped). Concealing births is a high crime that if discovered will result in the separation of the child from their parents (among other consequences). Technically-savvy slaves, rebels, and freedom fighters generally know means of disabling the tracking chips (though disabling a chip sets off a silent alarm that directs security forces to its last known location), but they are effective at keeping the average slave from escaping. Slaves typically start work at around 7 years old. Slaves go through regular aptitude tests to determine their skills, allowing Slavers to place them where they will be most useful.

Due to the general high quality of its slaves, slaves are a major export for the Numayr Family. The rebellion is likely to hurt this market greatly.