18.10 The Cardinal.

The Cardinal is the representative of the patron deity of a city, the
highest ranked mortal in the eyes of the divinity most associated with a
city. The Cardinal shares certain administrative powers, and has the
ability to give favour or disfavour on behalf of the patron to the whole
city. It is through the Cardinal that the patron god will interact with a
city, the Cardinal's influence extends over citizenship and as a
counterpart to the Prince. The Cardinal should not hold Baronial or
Princely rank. The citizens of the city have no choice over their
Cardinal, for it is the decision of the patron deity alone.

The Cardinal is appointed by the patron of the city, and acts as
mouthpiece for the city patron. Since the Cardinal is unaffected by the
Prince and the Barony, it is a fairly stable position with not
inconsiderable power. The Cardinal is able to give out favour or disfavour
to the city having widespread effects on the trade
and activity of a city. In addition to this, since the Cardinal's word
reflects the wishes of a deity and are usually held in high esteem by
their patron, they often wield great influence over the government of a
city.

The Cardinal has access to all of the commands available to the Minister of War and the Minister for State.

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