Arcane Constitution

Enacted by the esteemed scholars and lawmakers of the Arcane Congress, the Arcane Constitution comprises a comprehensive set of magical laws that wield influence across the continent of Erôth. Originating from meticulous debates and consensus-building within the Congress, these laws have earned broad acceptance and adherence among diverse governments and magical communities.

To ensure transparency and trustworthiness in governance, the founders of the Arcane Congress dedicated themselves to the principles of equitable rule and impartial enforcement. This commitment led to the establishment of a governing body separate from individual nations, solely tasked with overseeing the ethical practice and regulation of arcane arts.

Laws of the Arcane Constitution

These are only examples and far from an exhaustive list.

Caisgadh Arcanach - The Law of Retraint

KASH-guh ark-AH-nahkh

Specifically addresses the interactions between opposing schools of magic, placing the blame on all associated with the incident.

• Restrictive Proximity Decree: Spells from opposing schools must not be cast within 50 span of each other.
• Harmonization Protocol: Savants may apply for special permits to cast such spells together after undergoing rigorous training and obtaining special harmonization certifications. There are limitations to this.
• Punitive Measures: Violation of the Caisgadh Arcanach results in severe penalties, including hefty fines, magical nullification or expulsion from the Arcane Congress, marked as a Brathair Draoidheil (BRAH-hair DREE-uh-dhyl)

Brehonan Scrit - The Law of Scrit

BREH-ho-nan SCRIT

Prohibits the simultaneous invocation, possession, or creation of spells from opposing schools of magic, particularly those at or above the Adroit echelon.

Violation of this law, known as Scrittany, carries severe consequences, up to and including the sentence of death by magical experimentation.

Punitive Measures: Death by Magical Experimentation entails the utilization of one’s body, mind, and life for the purposes of arcane research and advancement, benefiting the greater magical community as a whole.

Feochadán Treoraí - The Law of Guided Sparks

FYOH-kha-dawn TREH-rah-ee

Mandates the registration and tracking of all magical artifacts and creatures created or summoned by arcane practitioners.

Requires periodic inspections and updates with more powerful items to ensure compliance with safety protocols and ethical standards.

Punitive Measures: Violation of the Feochadán Treoraí results in hefty fines and a possible lost rank.

Foraois Tobann - The Law of Swift Grove

FOH-rish TOH-ban

Establishes designated sanctuaries and protected areas for the practice of nature magic and the preservation of endangered magical flora and fauna.

Strict penalties for unauthorized harvesting or exploitation of these resources.

Punitive Measures: Violation of the Foraois Tobann results in hefty fines and a possible lost rank.

Cruach Bríocht - The Law of Enchanted Assembly

KROO-akh BREE-ukht

Regulates the assembly and activation of magical constructs, ensuring they adhere to approved designs and are under the control of licensed magicians.

Prohibits the research into and creation of autonomous or self-aware constructs.

Punitive Measures: Violation of the Cruach Bríocht results in severe penalties, including expulsion from the Arcane Congress, marked as a Sgoilear Toirmisgte (SKO-lyar TOR-mishk-tuh)

Geis na Marbh - The Law of Sacred Rest

GESH na MARV

Regulates necromancy, emphasizing respect and ethical treatment of the deceased, prohibiting reanimation without explicit consent.

Requires strict protocols for handling mortal remains and mandates sanctified grounds for necromantic rituals, with severe penalties for unauthorized practices endangering the living or disturbing the peace of the dead.

Punitive Measures: Violation of the Geis na Marbh results in severe penalties, including expulsion from the Arcane Congress, marked as a Coirfhear Draoidheil (KOOR-vyar DREE-uh-dhyl)

Expelled Members of the Arcane Congress

These are only examples and far from an exhaustive list.

There are distinct names for the types of expulsion from the Arcane Congress. Beyond nomenclature, each type of expulsion have unique brands to accompany them. The names and brands carry heavy stigma within the Arcane Congress and its allied nations. Those branded are shunned, unable to find work, and making it very difficult to continue their own research.

• Visual Representation: Brands are magical tattoos that glow faintly, visible even through clothing. They serve as constant reminders of the individual’s transgressions.
• Redemption: While extremely rare, some expelled members may seek to atone for their actions. If successful, their brand is altered to signify their redemption, although they are never fully reinstated.

Arcane Heretic (Coirfhear Draoidheil)

• Reason for Expulsion: Practicing forbidden or dark magic, such as necromancy or demon summoning.
• Brand: A blackened, twisted rune resembling a broken pentagram.
• Phonetic Pronunciation: KOOR-vyar DREE-uh-dhyl

Magical Deviant (Brathair Draoidheil)

Reason for Expulsion: Engaging in reckless or unethical magical experiments that endanger others.

• Brand: An erratic, jagged symbol resembling a fractured crystal.
• Phonetic Pronunciation: BRAH-hair DREE-uh-dhyl

Spellbreaker (Bristeadh Draoidheil)

Reason for Expulsion: Deliberately sabotaging or nullifying the spells of other members, especially in malicious ways.

• Brand: A shattered wand or staff emblem.
• Phonetic Pronunciation: BREESH-chuh DREE-uh-dhyl

Arcane Rebel (Reubaltach Draoidheil)

Reason for Expulsion: Leading or participating in insurrections against the Arcane Congress.

• Brand: A stylized flame or lightning bolt crossed out.
• Phonetic Pronunciation: ROO-bahl-tahkh DREE-uh-dhyl

Magic Thief (Goidsear Draoidheil)

Reason for Expulsion: Stealing magical knowledge, artifacts, or spell components from other members.

• Brand: A hand clutching an orb, marred by a scar across it.
• Phonetic Pronunciation: GOYT-shar DREE-uh-dhyl

Forbidden Scholar (Sgoilear Toirmisgte)

Reason for Expulsion: Persistently researching and disseminating forbidden knowledge.

Brand: An eye with a slash through it, symbolizing the suppression of forbidden insights.

Phonetic Pronunciation: SKO-lyar TOR-mishk-tuh