> [!infobox] > # Regal Dynasty who Commands > ![[House Tenebra.png]] > **Fortune Favors the Faithful** > ## Personnel > **Culture:** House Tenebra values tradition, honor, and the responsible use of power to maintain stability in Elysia. They foster a culture of loyalty among their subjects, expecting unwavering allegiance from both nobility and common folk. > > | Name | Position | > | ---- | ---- | > | Caesar Noctis Tenebra | Emperor of the Continent | > | Queen Rosa Tenebra | Wife, Mother to the Empire | > | Prince Gilpher Tenebra | Son, Heir to the Empire | > | Fenris Lomond | Grand Vizier | > ### Intel > **Ideology:** The Tenebras believe in the sanctity of the imperial bloodline and the divine right to rule Elysia as Caesar. > > | Faction | Relationships | > | ---- | ---- | > | Mages of the Stratovarious | Respect, Cautious | > | Knights of the Golden Fortress | Trusting Respect | > | House Nomen | Indifferent Disdain | > | House Octavius | Cautious Respect | > | House Sevinor | Trusting Indifference | > | The Sentinels | Trusting Indifference | > | Avalon Industries | Cautious Indifference | > | Kusanagi Technologies | Trusting Disdain | > | Mars Macrotech | Cautious Respect | > > #### Operations > **Motivation:** Their ultimate goal is to preserve and strengthen House Tenebra's authority while maintaining a delicate balance between competing factions across the continent. > > ##### Logistics > | Resource | Tag | > | ---- | ---- | > | Funds | Superior | > | Raw Materials | Elite | > | Research and Development | Average | > | Infrastructure | Superior | > | Equipment | Superior | > | Security | Elite | > | Influence | Elite | >[!lore] Lore >House Tenebra, descendants of an ancient noble lineage, has ruled Elysia as imperial Caesars since the end of the Age of Clubs. The family's roots trace back to the pre-Cataclysm on the continent, with their power and influence growing alongside Elysia itself. Throughout generations, House Tenebra has faced numerous challenges - from internal struggles for succession to threats posed by rival factions. However, through strategic alliances, political maneuvering, and a strong military presence, they have consistently emerged victorious, solidifying their grip on the throne. > >The current Caesar, Noctis Tenebra, faces his own set of trials as he navigates shifting power dynamics within Elysia's Great Houses and megacorporations. His reign is marked by efforts to centralize authority under the imperial banner while maintaining a delicate balance between tradition and progress. Despite rumors of his waning health, Caesar Noctis remains a formidable force, guided by an inner circle of loyal advisors who help shape the empire's future through strategic machinations. >[!history]- History > >[!hier]- Hierarchy and Structure > >[!base]- Stronghold >The Castle of Caesar in Vinitia serves as House Tenebra's primary base of operations and seat of imperial power. This sprawling fortress overlooks the capital city, its towering walls constructed from stone reinforced with arcane enchantments. Within its labyrinthine corridors, government officials, diplomats, and spies navigate a thick web of intrigue, seeking audience or paying tribute to those who wield influence. > >Beneath the castle lies a vast network of dungeons and hidden chambers housing ancient artifacts, enchanted relics, and the personal treasures of past rulers. Guarded by deadly wards and traps, this subterranean complex protects House Tenebra's most sacred possessions from would-be thieves. The Castle of Caesar hosts numerous lavish events throughout the year, where influential nobility gather to forge alliances, negotiate treaties, and pay homage to the ruling family. Amidst the grandeur, power dynamics within Elysia are laid bare as factions maneuver for influence under House Tenebra's watchful gaze. >[!ops]- Operations >>[!agenda]- Unification of the Realm >>House Tenebra seeks to consolidate its power by implementing sweeping reforms across Elysia. Through extensive surveys of the realm, they assess regional stability and identify threats to imperial authority, allowing them to craft a comprehensive reform package tailored to their needs. This includes increasing tax revenue from outlying cities, streamlining bureaucracy for greater efficiency, and bolstering military presence in volatile areas to ensure compliance. To secure support for these changes, the Tenebras lobby influential Great Houses by offering political appointments or lucrative contracts tied to the reforms' success. A well-orchestated propaganda campaign underscores their dedication to Elysia's welfare and the urgent need for centralization under their guidance. Leveraging loyal media outlets, scholars, and religious leaders, they promote the idea that only Tenebra rule can guarantee stability in tumultuous times. Dissenters are met with economic sanctions or direct military action as a coercive measure to secure their cooperation. Gradually implementing reforms on a regional basis allows House Tenebra to adjust its tactics as resistance arises, ultimately solidifying their grip on power until complete control is achieved. > >>[!agenda]- Succession of the Dynasty >>House Tenebra focuses on securing its legacy through strategic alliances and grooming potential heirs. They identify influential noble families with strong regional ties or access to vital resources, assessing their loyalty as potential allies. Politically expedient marriages between Tenebra heirs and members of these families forge binding bonds, ensuring continued support for the dynasty. Promising young nobles from loyal families are selected for grooming in imperial service, given opportunities to prove their worth while being discreetly trained in key skills such as diplomacy, espionage, or military command. Events are orchestrated to test heirs' mettle and resilience while gauging their commitment to Tenebra ideals. Contingency plans are secretly prepared for a smooth transfer of power if Caesar Noctis Tenebra's health is called into question or an unexpected crisis threatens the dynasty. Loyal factions within Elysia are primed to support a designated successor, maintaining stability under House Tenebra's eternal rule. > >>[!agenda]- Mages of the Tower of Stratovarious >>House Tenebra's seeks to dominate magical resources and knowledge through strategic acquisitions and manipulation of key institutions. Secretly mapping known deposits and sites, they hire skilled surveyors to assess potential under imperial oversight while covertly infiltrating existing guilds with loyal operatives to funnel vital information. Discreet recruitment of promising mages into the Tower of the Stratovarius trains them in advanced techniques and counsel others with a bias towards Tenebra interests, with political connections granting privileged access to resources and funding without compromising independence from rivals. Public relations efforts underscore the family's role as guardians of Elysia's magical legacy, while control is gradually exerted over key assets such as artifacts and enchanted sites to secure them under imperial authority. >[!rumors]- Rumors >