High Archmage of Awbor

The rank of High Archmage is a significant and important position in Awbor. Working in tandem with the political classes and the Churches, the High Archmage was the ultimate authority on arcane magic within Awbor, defending the country against magical threats and being at the forefront of magical innovation. Following the disappearance of Elero Kway in 736, the rank of High Archmage lies vacant, and is replaced by the Arcane Council of Zingherra.
== Duties & Responsibilities ==
The role of the High Archmage has been of a great benefit for the country of Awbor. The Archmage serves as an ambassador between the arcane community and the leaders of Awbor. He acts as an advisor and a guide, exercising considerable resources and influence for matters that he deems important. 
His responsibilities are first towards the country of Awbor (and its people), then towards the arcane community.
His duties are:
* To defend the Kingdom of Awbor against magical threats and dangers.
* To stimulate innovation and discoveries in all fields of magic.
* To encourage positive interactions between people and magic.
== Electing the High Archmage ==
There's no official voting body to electing the High Archmage. The only official action is taken by the King, who formally approves whoever becomes chosen (a mostly ceremonial gesture). Otherwise, it simply is whoever is the most powerful caster available with the most backing by the rest of the magical community.
== Notable Archmages ==
Erikson Thunderstorm (-32 BP to 16AP): the First High Archmage of Awbor. 
Lord Malakai (52-142 AP): The 3rd Archmage of the country, Malakai was an expert necromancer who eventually went crazy and turned himself into a Lich, due to a fear of death and being forgotten. 
Durran the Builder (142-168 AP): The 4th Archmage of the country. During his time as archmage, Durran was tasked with creating the magical fortifications of Zingherra. Working in close tandem with the dwarves of House Kunderrak, he helped create the awesome might that is the Walls of Zingherra. 
Mensar (168 - 197AP): The 5th Archmage of Awbor. He was much more obsessed with security than his predecessors; this was brought about by the paranoia from constant use of Mensar's Headband. He was also responsible for many of the palace of Zingherra's defenses, that still stand to this day. 
Elero Kway (702-736 AP): The 24th Archmage, who was celebrated as the single most powerful abjurer on the continent. Designed the Epic Dimension Lock of Zingherra. Currently missing, and presumed dead.
== See also ==
Magical Institutions of AwborCategory:Organisations
Category:Caldor Campaign
Category:Pre-Caldor Campaign