Role

Chapter 8

Zanzar has not offered the blood tax in some time, but will still offer it as
he needs to replenish his disciples to watch over the lands and give him the
information needed to compose the next note, as he would call it. Finding
loyal followers that keep the workings of his group was of most importance. He
could influence from within the Empire, but having puppets on strings early,
easily wooed by gold or trinkets was vital. Using them for the Grand
Performance after they had grown into positions of power, or positions he
needed influence in was his goal. He chooses very few, and even fewer now, as
followers of the Lord Rillan will understand the Grand Performance more than
the average Theran, and be less likely to betray him.

Zanzar's goal is still control on a higher level than he can ever achieve
alone. The Empire will not conquer Thera in his lifetime, nor will law reign
over all the lands. But Zanzar can do what he can to leave a lasting mark on
Thera that will never be forgotten. His Grand Performance will be the pinnacle
of his life's work, something worthy of leaving behind as an example to others
to adore for years to come under darkness and order.