Magister
A magister is essentially the New Crobuzon term for a judge in charge of criminal sentencing and orders for Remaking.
Although the New Crobuzon government emphasizes that magisters are both "servants of the law" and citizens like everyone else, they have a reputation for issuing disproportionately cruel sentences, often involving Remaking.
Conduct
All magisters conduct court behind an assumed false name, a nom de jure, and a physical mask, which they do not remove while working.Although the New Crobuzon government emphasizes that magisters are both "servants of the law" and citizens like everyone else, they have a reputation for issuing disproportionately cruel sentences, often involving Remaking.
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