[ Well, the word has a literal meaning as well, but that's hardly what he's asking. ] It is what mages call themselves when they are in a position of power. [ A pause. ] Senators, usually. Or teachers of their blighted art. The rich and the powerful among them.

[ He shifts from foot to foot and the video wobbles, before focusing and nodding, some of that mean-spirited amusement finding its way back. Iorveth you know just what to say. ] Ha. That's a generous offer if I've ever heard one.