Magisterium of Marel

The Magisterium of Marel is a rival faction of Senatial Imperium of Marel, and is heavily involved in a Trade War with them. Whereas the Senate possesses the numbers and flotillas, The Magisterium has on its side the Free Masons, an elite enclave of architects and shipwrights whose designs are far superior to anything produced by the Senate. Their ships are faster and lighter, with greater firepower to defend themselves thanks to their Tempestus Engines, weatheromantic devices that can unleash the power of the storm against pirates or rival Merchant fleets. Magisterium is run by 15 Magisters, selected from rich merchants but only with the permission of the Free Masons, who have the right to veto any election.