Adviser

Advisers are the counselors of the King of Aodh.

**Advisers are a limited rank, and require a monthly activity check.**

## Overview

Advisers form the official, hoof-picked cabinet for the King of Aodh. While they hold no formal power, their position affords them an incomparable ability to influence the King. Advisers do not have power over the King, and can not veto their decisions. Becoming an Adviser is considered the highest possible honor for an ambitious politician. There are typically 3-7 members in the King’s advisory cabinet, making the rank rare and coveted.

A King may entrust duties related to running the kingdom to an Adviser if they so wish - such as visiting various events in the King’s stead, handling appointments or representing the royal interest at Peers Court. The Advisers are always held liable for what they do in the King’s name, and would be punished accordingly should they betray the King’s trust. Advisers are still under Aodhian law, and additionally may be let go from their position at any time if the King so decides.

The main duty of Advisers, besides providing counsel to the King and representing them as needed, is to be the King’s ears among their peers. Advisers will often take time to hear the concerns of other nobles and upper class, relaying the information to the King. Advisers very rarely take interest in the matters of commoners, let alone slaves.

Their other day to day duties include handling governmental paperwork and keeping up to date on the latest news. Some Advisers may be assigned specific additional tasks, such as handling certain Envoy correspondence or arranging hosting for foreign visitors and diplomats.

Advisers are generally expected to be available to the King at their convenience - they aren’t at liberty to take extended holidays out of New Valore, for example. They will travel (even to other countries) if requested, and are expected to be present at the Royal Court when it gathers.

## Becoming an Adviser

Becoming an Adviser is largely a matter of two factors: political ability, and bloodline. Advisers always come from Great Houses, and are often prominent members of the Aodhian high society before ever becoming Advisers. Some King’s choose sycophants to fill their cabinet, but no King would pick people who are openly opposed to them and their reign.

Only the King can select Advisers - they are not voted on, nor subject to approval from anyone except the King . Generally speaking, the King will take notice of a noble, and appoint them to join their cabinet - an honor few would refuse. Some nobles also present themselves to the Royal Court for consideration.

Advisers are always chosen by the current King, and are not guaranteed to keep their position when power changes hooves - although it's also not impossible for an Adviser to serve through the reigns of multiple Kings. In such a case, the new ruler will merely reappoint them with no time passed between; for example, many of King Amadeus’ Advisers were ‘inherited’ from their mother Solaris.

Although it's not unusual for the same noble families to supply Advisers to the Royal Family throughout generations, becoming an Adviser is never guaranteed. High education, and specialization in a useful field of study are a boon to nobles from Great Houses who desire this noble position.

**Requirements**

* Must be a legitimate member of a Great House
* Must be a legal adult (18 or older; 30+ being most common)
* No major criminal history
* Literate with upper secondary level education minimum

## Creating an Adviser

When you create a new Adviser character, you can decide whether to join an existing House, or make your own. All existing Houses are player-owned creations, and to join one or use them in your backstory, you must consult with the owner of said House.

The other option is to create your own House. This must be a Great House, and your House info will be judged as a part of your application - so make sure it’s lore friendly!

Aodhian Nobility is recommended reading for people creating a noble character.

### **Current Advisers**

* Aleksei
* Azazel
* (Ember)
* Lux
* Oberyn
* Rosalba

## Rank Levels

* **At 25 AP |** Politics are the name of the game, and the courts are unforgiving. You may gain your **Tier 1 Talent** early (for your first talent only).
* **At 50 AP |** A King’s Adviser should always be well dressed. Receive a **Collar** **and** **Anklets** for free.
* **At 75 AP |** A sharp mind is imperative to your job description. Receive **+15 SP** points to **wisdom** or **cunning**.
* **At 100 AP |**  In Aodh, the phoenix is a symbol of nobility, beauty, and luxury. If your familiar spot is open, receive an **Aodhian** **Mythical Familiar** for free.