Welcome to the Vigilants. You are one of the thousands of people living in the imperial capital of Sentra, the jewel of the Empire

For some of you, this is home—a comfortable and familiar place you've known your entire life.  For others, the city may only be a brief stop, perhaps one of many in your travels.  But regardless of how you came here, you share the same streets.

Depending on who you are—and where you live—Sentra can be a beautiful city of wonder and splendor. Yet that perfect city is only what many people see on the surface.  There are those that understand there is more to the city, that there are flaws in it that run deeper than what most will see.  There are those that know what lies beneath.

The Story

Niman was a student studying theoretical thaumaturgy at Pallida University. Originally from Seidland, he was granted a scholarship granted by one of the foundations of House Fournius. He has no family in the city.

He died from an acute case of Arcstone poisoning, which should not have been possible given his circumstances. An autopsy revealed that his internal anatomy was mirrored.

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Semeko works in Renatus Hall as a night shift custodian.

He said he was the one who discovered Niman Agerson's body, lying in the middle of the arcane circle in the workshop, on the 32nd of Mais. Semeko said that unlike the other students and faculty, Niman talked to him and exchanged pleasantries.

Warden Fario Tanikus did not interview Semeko about Niman's death.

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Part of the Ministry of Trade, the Ministry of Imports serves as a cornerstone in the economic infrastructure of the Empire, tasked with overseeing and regulating all goods entering the empire. Its mandate encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from enforcing trade policies and tariffs to ensuring the compliance of imported goods with safety and quality standards. The Ministry plays a critical role in facilitating trade agreements, working closely with foreign entities to secure favorable terms that bolster the Empire's economic prosperity. Within its purview also lies the crucial task of monitoring and managing the importation of strategic resources, such as the highly coveted Arcstones, ensuring these vital materials are allocated efficiently and responsibly to serve the Empire's interests.

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The City

Read about life in the city and the neighborhoods and people that live in them:  City Life

Random Spotlights

Nestled in the heart of The Hub, the Ten Torches Theater stands as a beacon of revelry and entertainment, drawing patrons from all walks of life. Even the occasional noble has been known to enjoy a few shows... while incognito, of course. Its distinctive name was inspired by the ten glowing torches that flanked its grand entrance. Those torches have since been replaced with Arcstone lights that can be seen from afar, guiding those in search of merriment. Music, comedy, burlesque, and bawdy jests are the order of the day. Admission price tends to be low, but the drinks are expensive.

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Captain Trevithick is a member of the Imperial Watch. Although he does not have any proof, former Watch member Ren thinks that Trevithick is dirty and works with the Cornys Family.

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True wizards, sorcerers, and artificers are rare and remarkable. They can perform feats of magic beyond the talents of the most gifted Magewrights.  The founders of the Assembly believed that magical knowledge should always be used in the service of the law. 

The first wizards circle of the Sentran Empire, it helped early emperors spread the rule of law across the continent, fought against Orc mages, and pushed back against the Dwarven threat during the The Calamity. As a result, the Assembly is very human-centric. Much of the zeal has gone out of the Assembly in the last few centuries. Most members still abide by the traditions of the Assembly, but many are more interested in the acquisition of gold or power than the preservation of society, and the wizards of the Order demanded a fortune in exchange for protection against the dwarves.

Despite the tarnishing of the Order, the wizards and sorcerers still respect the traditions of the past. One of the most important traditions is the requirement that the wizard know the precise purpose of every spell that he casts, to ensure that his actions do not spread chaos and discord across the world.  They look down their noses at the Guild of Esoteric Starlight and their disinterest in order.

It is believed amongst the Orcs that one of the reasons the Assembly battled against them was to steal their arcane secrets, many of which are lost now.

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