Order of the Sphere and Scythe

Order of the Sphere and Scythe is a Meeting Hall Organization that was founded in Jastatos 2016, currently located in Ta'Illistim. Its goal is to provide a safe haven for those who have been blessed with the gift of sight, as well as those who are interested in learning more about this rare gift and protecting those who possess it. The Order is heavily influenced by the Arkati, specifically Jastev and Gosaena.

Those interested in joining should contact any officer, either in game or via rovvigen@sphereandscythe.com, to set up an interview. Assuming the interview is successful and the applicant remains interested in joining, the Ruling Council will then convene, discuss the applicant, then take a vote. If the Ruling Council vote in the applicant's favor, the applicant will then be contacted about induction into the Order.

Current Ruling Council

• Elder Seer : Rovvigen
• Priest of Gosaena : Mikalmas
• Priestess of Jastev : Aylinn
• Sentinel Advisor : Barble
• Sentinel Advisor: Dirvy

Charter

Statement of Purpose:

The Sphere and Scythe is dedicated to the advancement of the practice of divination in all forms in Elanthia. The order achieves this goal by providing education, research and practical application of the various incarnations of divination. The Order furthers this goal by relying on the gifts bestowed toward our end by the Lord Jastev and the Lady Gosaena.

Mission Statement

The order will not discriminate against any seekers and will always strive to provide truthful answers as revealed by the divination method chosen by the seeker. The Order vows to always seek peaceful resolution to all seekers. Above all else, the Order is devoted to cause no harm to any person, real or perceived.

Goals

• To provide and promote education on the practice of Divination in Elanthia.

• To provide enlightenment and a better understanding of the art of divination to all interested parties.

• To assist fellow adventurers in their search for knowledge.

• To promote fellowship and cooperation of all races and professions across Elanthia.

Leadership

The ruling council should shall consist of five members. One an elder Seer, Two a Priest or Priestess of Gosaena, Three a Priest of Priestess of Jastev, Four and Five is a layperson. (These will be our Five Officers).

Elder Seer and Two Priest will vote based on their experience and conscience.

The two laypersons appointed will seek council and guidance from other members before casting their votes.

High Priest/Priestess will be appointed by the Elder Seer. The layperson officers will be elected by popular vote of the entire membership.

Should the Elder Seer position be vacated the remaining members of the council will elect a new Elder Seer with any tie vote being decided by popular vote among the entire membership.

Statement of Governing:

Order of the Sphere and Scythe is a democratic group dedicated to the gift of foresight granted by Lady Gosaena and Lord Jastev, based here in Ta' Illistim. While recognizing the gifts granted by Gosaena and Jastev, membership will be open to any who possess the gift of sight or wishes to further the cause of the Sphere and Scythe in supporting roles.

Membership

Any adventurer who can hold mithril is eligible to join.

Potential members should demonstrate an interest in the practice of Divination or a desire to provide support services to those who practice the art of fortune telling.

Any interested person can inquire with any officer about membership.

Membership in the group will be contingent on approval by a majority of the officers.

Should the prospective member be interested in practicing the art of Divination additional criteria must be met.

 This will include an apprenticeship with a recognized Seer in the group. The Seer will then recommend to the council the suitability of the candidate to fill the role of Seer.

The council will respect the judgement of the mentor unless a majority of council members object. Should a majority object, the final decision will be determined by popular vote of all members.

Members of The Order of Sphere and Scythe

The Ruling Council (Elder Seer, Priest/Priestess of Gosaena and Jastev, and two Sentinel Advisors). Non council members will consist of Seers and Sentinels.

Seers will provide the gift of sight to all those who seek, regardless of personal affiliation of the seer or the seeker. Seers in the group will maintain the autonomy to practice divination in a manner that is congruent with their personal belief systems. Should an ethical conflict arise, all seers will refer the seeker to another member of the group to provide guidance.

Sentinels will provide non-affiliated guidance to the seers and ruling council.  While their primary role is not defense, they will, when the need arises, provide defensive support to the seers. The Sentinels will be

trusted to provide defense according to their judgement during a crisis, should the need arise.

Resources

• Order of the Sphere and Scythe Official Website