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The '''Convocation of Fourteen''' were the government of the [[Amaurotine]]s, later called the [[Ascian]]s, the pre-sundering people of [[Etheirys]]. 

==Structure & Customs==
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The convocation of fourteen has its government building in [[Amaurot]]<ref>[[Etched in the Stars]]</ref>. Each member of the convocation was elected due to their abilities. Once they accepted, they held a specific '''seat''' which stood for different Each one of them held a specific '''seat'''  and became head of an office. With this, usually a member was called by his seat and not by his real name anymore (e.g. Hades became [[Emet-Selch]]<ref>[[Return to Eulmore]], in an optional Dialogue with Emet-Selch</ref>.

There was no order or hierachy among the convocation, since each was had a profession in a certain field. 

{{Quotation|[[Hythlodaeus]]|''[[The Convocation of Fourteen]] is a governing body that determines myriad policies. Our goal is to ensure that all is right in creation, that our star may know a brighter future.''
''As the name suggests, the council is comprised of fourteen offices, each of which is held by an individual chosen for their surpassing abilities.''
''Depending on the office, one is required to either be an authority in a certain field, or possess skills that would facilitate the performance of their stipulated duties.''
''<br>The former category includes '''[[Mitron]]''', specialist in aquatic life; <br>'''[[Loghrif]]''', specialist in terrestrial life and husbandry...''
''<br>'''[[Halmarut]]''', specialist in fungal and plant life; <br>'''Emmerololth''', specialist in medicine and healing...''
''<br>And '''[[Lahabrea]]''', specialist in creation magicks, who has brought forth phantom beings of the highest complexity.''
''<br>As for the latter category, there is '''Altima''', advocate of the arts; <br>'''[[Igeyorhm]]''', champion of enlightenment and rhetoric; <br>'''Pashtarot''', preserver of discipline and order...''
''<br>'''[[Emet-Selch]]''', keeper of the aetherial realm─or “Underworld” in the vernacular; <br>'''[[Fandaniel]]''', pursuer of extant phenomena...''
''<br>And '''[[Azem]]''', traveler of the world and counselor to the people.''}}

Once a convocation member has fulfilled their duty, or if someone else emerges that became their equal, they would announce to pass over the seat, and return to the star.<ref>[[Ponder, Warrant, Cherish, Welcome]]</ref> It was uncommon that a member of the convocation stepped down and did not return. In this case they exchanged their usual robes for white robes (as seen with [[Venat]])<ref>[[Travelers at the Crossroads]]</ref>.

==Positions==
''Presented in order alphabetized by name, as we don't have conclusive information on what the "numbers" are for all positions.''

<gallery width=100 >
File:Altima_crystal.png|Altima's Crystal with the '''Virgo''' constellation
File:Azem_crystal.png|Azem's Crystal with the '''Sun'''|link=Azem
File:Deudalaphon_crystal.png|Deudalaphon's Crystal with the '''Capricorn''' constellation
File:Elidibus_crystal.png|Elidibus' Crystal with the '''Ophiuchus''' constellation|link=Elidibus
File:Emet-Selch_crystal.png|Emet-Selch's Crystal with the '''Gemini''' constellation|link=Emet-Selch
File:Emmeroloth_crystal.png|Emmeroloth's Crystal with the '''Aquarius''' constellation
File:Fandaniel_crystal.png|Fandaniel's Crystal with the '''Leo''' constellation|link=Fandaniel
File:Halmarut_crystal.png|Halmarut's Crystal with the '''Libra''' constellation|link=Halmarut
File:Igeyorrhm_crystal.png|Igeyorhm's Crystal with the '''Sagittarius''' constellation|link=Igeyorhm
File:Lahabrea_crystal.png|Lahabrea's Crystal with the '''Pisces''' constellation|link=Lahabrea
File:Loghrif_crystal.png|Loghrif's Crystal with the '''Aries''' constellation|link=Loghrif
File:Mitron_crystal.png| Mitron's Crystal with the '''Taurus''' constellation|link=Mitron
File:Nabriales_crystal.png| Nabriales' Crystal with the '''Scorpio''' constellation|link=Nabriales
File:Pashtarot_crystal.png| Pashtarot's Crystal with the '''Cancer''' constellation|link=Pashtarot
</gallery>

===Altima===
''The Composer. Advocate of aestetics and the myraid arts.<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref>''

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Pink Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|I feel my soul turning. Slowly but irrevocably. And the power I wield begins to seem terrible... But this is right. It is right.}}

Presently there is no further information about Altima.

===Azem===
''The Traveler. Pilgrim of the star and councelor to the people.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref><ref>Cutscene Dialogue from Post-Shadowbringers Main Scenario Quest '''"Etched in the Stars"''', HYTHLODAEUS: ''"Among all the offices, the Fourteenth was most unusual. For while the rest sat in Amaurot, its holder was charged with gaining an intimate knowledge of the wider world. In the course of {{alternatives|f=her|m=his}} duty, {{alternatives|f=she|m=he}} traveled the length and breadth of every land, and befriended countless folk"''</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from an Amber Crystal, given to the Warrior of Light during [[Etched in the Stars]]|Herein I commit the chronicle of the traveler. Shepherd to the stars in the dark. <br>Though the world be sundered and our souls set adrift, where you walk, my dearest friend, fate shall surely follow.}}

{{main|Azem}}

===Deudalaphon===
''The Innovator. Appraiser of architecture and patron of invention.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>
{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Gray Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|May all know happiness, now and forevermore.}}

Presently there is no further information about Deudalaphon.

===Elidibus===
''The Emissary. Adjudicator of the Convocation of Fourteen.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>

The Elidibus is the Convocation's representative to the public, similar to a real-world political ambassador or public relations agent. Just as the Convocation is meant to embody what is best for the star and it's inhabitants, the duty of the Elidibus is to speak and act in a way that exemplifies the goals and beliefs of the Convocation. Members of this role, as far as evidence provides, must also don the "white robes of an advisor" and be prepared to make decisions from a position of true impartiality that remains uninfluenced by personal beliefs or emotions. 

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Colorless Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|From this life, our savior born... May I be worthy of the honor.}}

{{main|Elidibus}}

===Emet-Selch===
''The Redeemer. Keeper of the Underworld and overseer of death.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref>
{{main|Emet-Selch}}

===Emmeroloth===
''The Mender. Curator of medicinal and therapeutic paractices.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>
{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Turquoise (or "Peacock Green") Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|We will deliver our star from its doom, this we swear. So please, dry your tears.}}

Emmeroloth has been involved in the [[Isle of Val]] incident and in [[Eureka]]. Her soul has been delivered unto the lifestream. Besides this, not much is known.

===Fandaniel===
''The Observer. Assayer of extant phenomena and overseer of life.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Red Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|...day forth...bring honor to the seat of...}}
''The "full text" from the above quote is believed to be the following:''
{{Quotation|Voice of [[Hermes]], glimpsed by the Warrior of Light during a Cutscene from [[Thou Must Live, Die, and Know]]|From this day forth, I shall strive to bring honor to the seat of Fandaniel.}}

{{main|Fandaniel}}

===Halmarut===
''The Sower. Cultivator of botanical and mycological creations.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref><ref>Lorebook object found within dungeon '''"Akademia Anyder"''', VISITOR'S GUIDE: ''"Did you know that the original Halmarut, a man lauded for countless advancements in the field of phytobiology, was an avid landscape gardener? He was famed for botanical labyrinths of intricate design, the foliage of which he sought to protect from voracious pests with the inventive application of creation magicks─a recreational project said to have led to the evolution of the world's first carnivorous plants. Students of his research later expanded upon those early techniques, and successfully developed an extended family of ambulatory flora. If you, too, wish to set down roots in this fertile field of study, hearken you to the Words of Halmarut and submit your application to the Akadaemia."''</ref>
{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Yellow Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|Behold, my friends. Embraced by the earth and caressed by the wind, vibrant life flourishes. All is right in creation.}}

{{main|Halmarut}}

===Igeyorhm===
''The Rhetorician. Auditor of debate and collator of knowledge''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Green Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|There can be no greater joy than to use our wisdom for the good of our people. No greater pride.}}

{{main|Igeyorhm}}

===Lahabrea===
''The Creator. Authority on creation principles and phantomology.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>
{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Sky Blue Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|The time is come. We shall rewrite the laws of creation. And we shall save our star.}}
{{main|Lahabrea}}

===Loghrif===
''The Pastor. Cataloger and caretaker of terrestial creations.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Pale Green (or "Sea Green") Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|The heavens are ablaze and the land rent asunder. What will become of the world? Is life itself to be denied?}}

{{main|Loghrif}}

===Mitron===
''The Mariner. Magister of nautical affairs and surveyor of aquatic creations.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref><ref> Lorebook object found within dungeon '''"Akademia Anyder"''', VISITOR'S GUIDE: ''"This hall of learning was established in honor of the first Mitron, a scholar renowned for her exceptional contributions to our marine biosphere. It is here that many ichthyologists seek to follow in Mitron's footsteps, and engender sea creatures characterized by traits both unique and beneficial. “Diversity is the key to a robust star. The ocean is the soup of life, and we must endeavor to enhance its richness.” Such were the words of Mitron, and they guide our research to this day."''</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Purple Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|Come what may, we must not surrender to despair. If we but hold fast to hope, we may yet find a path to salvation.}}

{{main|Mitron}}

===Nabriales===
''The Contender, Martial champion and refiner of technique.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 008</ref>

{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Blue Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|Everything burns. Crumbles. Decays. I hear the lamentations of my brethren. And soon there will be only silence.}}

{{main|Nabriales}}

===Pashtarot===
''The Arbiter. Conservator of order and the collective will.''<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Vol. III, page 009</ref>
{{Quotation|Voice heard from a Scarlet Crystal, found during [[Etched in the Stars]]|Though salvation is ours, it came at great sacrifice. All that remains is to pray...To pray that we will one day meet again, beneath a blue sky.}}
{{Main|Pashtarot}}

==References==

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