The Twilight Assembly
The Twilight Assembly is the governing body of the Foreign Quarter, symbolizing the delicate balance between Drow authority and foreign autonomy. Here's a detailed overview:
Purpose:
The Twilight Assembly oversees governance in the Foreign Quarter, ensuring that Drow interests are maintained while addressing the needs and concerns of foreign residents. It enforces edicts related to trade, security, and political stability, aligning both Drow and foreign goals.
Members:
- Lady Sarithra Illylth (House Ko' Sziv): Represents covert control and diplomacy, leveraging shadow magic and espionage to subtly enforce Drow interests.
- Tirvyn Xunril (House Sote't Csillig): Enforces peace with military strength, focusing on defending the Foreign Quarter and ensuring that no foreign powers challenge Drow supremacy.
- Izael Dyrr (House Ebenfa Penge): Controls economic affairs, ensuring the trade and commerce favor Drow houses, particularly in financial matters.
- Xerxes Malafronte (Tiefling, Representative of Artisans): Advocates for artisan interests, forming alliances to enhance the position of artisans within the Drow-controlled economy.
- Baresh al-Halim (Human, Merchant from the Southern Deserts): Represents foreign merchants, attempting to expand trade while strategically allying with Drow factions.
- Captain Hilda von Grenz (Human, Kvassi Ex-Mercenary): Oversees foreign security forces, often negotiating with powerful Drow houses and dealing with the criminal underworld.
- Seraphina Bellweather (Halfling, Lake District Representative): Advocates for the lake folk, striving to ensure their fair treatment and manage their resources without excessive Drow interference.
Location:
The Twilight Assembly meets in Twilight Hall, an imposing chamber carved into the southern wall of the Foreign Quarter. Designed in the gothic style typical of House Ko' Sziv, the hall is filled with an aura of intimidation and Drow dominance, decorated with spidery carvings and illuminated by enchanted lights.
Schedule:
The council convenes every two weeks, with emergency sessions called as needed. These meetings are characterized by intense negotiations and strategic decision-making, as Drow members subtly advance their agendas while foreign members work to secure protections and rights for their communities.