Inquisition

First Appearance and Context

The Inquisition is mentioned by avout during preparations surrounding an imminent Apert. In discussing footwear used when going Extramuros, the avout of Saunt Edhar note that they have been stretching the Cartasian Discipline on this point and that “the Inquisition” has not yet come down on them for it. This presents the Inquisition as a known authority whose scrutiny and penalties are a live concern when communities weigh how strictly to observe rules.

Roles/Actions and Affiliations

Based on how it is invoked, the Inquisition is understood to be an enforcement body connected to the mathic world. Avout treat it as the authority that would investigate or punish departures from the Discipline. A reference entry in The Dictionary states that orders or concents that deviate from the Discipline by sanctioning additional liaison types are subject to disciplinary action by the Inquisition. Specific organizational structure, officials, or procedures are not described in the current text.

Relationships

• Avout: The Inquisition is named in the context of avout weighing compliance; it is the body they expect would act if rules were breached.
• Discipline: The Inquisition’s authority is framed in terms of upholding the Discipline’s restrictions, including the rules around sanctioned liaisons.

Descriptions/Characteristics

The name is capitalized and often preceded by the definite article, signaling a formal institution. No insignia, uniforms, or titles are described in the current account.

Current Status/Location

In the accounts available so far, the Inquisition has taken no action against the avout of Saunt Edhar regarding footwear practices, but it is acknowledged as an active authority whose intervention is possible, especially around contact with the outside world during Apert.