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[FICTION] Naxian Culture | The College of Naxos

     Another cornerstone of Naxos is the revered College of Naxos, which produce the feared and respected Sofos; wizards famous for their knowledge, might, and egos. Prospective pupils come from all over the world just for a chance of entry.

    Those who are granted admittance look forward to 10 arduous years of intense study and servitude to their teachers. These students, called malachitis, assist in research and perform tasks for their sofos, who often have "better" things to do rather than be concerned with such petty concerns, like the safety of their students.

    The ones who are rejected are often given a choice of joining the Arcane Corps, soldiers and guards of the College trained in both physical combat and some simple magic, or to join the Anazitites; agents of the College who explore dangerous places to retrieve items or information. While no where near as prestigious, such paths allow for their own training and educations.

    Upon graduation, the malachitis is granted the title of Sofos, and have many options open to them. Some become advisors & court mages for nobility, others produce independent research on niche topics, exploring the world, while many chose to take on their own students to start the cycle anew.

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