And even those who are impartial are often limited by the narrow pool of potential candidates. While some of them through the centuries have been loyal to the cause and spirit of the position, others…not so much. Now, the diviners are supposed to be impartial, but that’s a tall order. These diviners, when summoned, make their selections based on signs and omens read in various media (cracks in bones, entrails, flames, etc.) and select the king who will act as Grima’s Voice to the people. There are always six diviners (one for each of Grima’s eyes), each one considered an eminently powerful mage and each one intimately familiar with the history and traditions of Plegia often enough, the diviners are comprised entirely of women, as they are so often considered the keepers of Plegia’s culture and faith, and the reason that the nation has endured for so long. So while the Grimleal continue to wait for the return of their divine, in the meantime they’ve been ruled by kings chosen by diviners who interpret Grima’s will. Of course, Grima was slain by the first Exalt, so he hasn’t exactly been the most effective ruler. So as we know from the game, Plegia is a theocracy, led by their chosen divine. And now for something completely different, let’s talk about one of the most influential characters in Robin’s life who we’ll never get to meet in person: the former king of Plegia.Īnd in so doing let’s talk about Plegian politics