Surveyor

Career

Qualifications

• Must be able to traverse a variety of terrains by foot
• Must be skilled in navigating uncharted territory
• Must be knowledgeable in both reading and drawing maps
• Must be able to keep detailed records

Career Progression

Entry-level surveyors begin by assessing the lands within the Imperium's borders to note any geographical or ecological changes that have occurred. After a couple years of becoming experienced with surveying, they are promoted to Grand Surveyors, who go beyond the borders of the Imperium to assess the culture, might, and resources of nations beyond the Imperium's borders. If a Grand Surveyor finds a culture that is culturally compatible, militarily vulnerable, or being rich with resources, all intel gathered will be used to form a plan to bring that culture into the fold of the Imperium, whether that be through diplomatic dealings or full-blown military conquest.

Payment & Reimbursement

Surveyors are paid quite handsomely by the Imperium to keep their maps up to date and scout for potential territory acquisitions.

Other Benefits

Surveyors - Grand Surveyors in particular - are highly esteemed by Imperium loyalists. To the Imperium, Surveyors are the eyes through which the Imperium can see the rest of the world, and critical to plotting out the Imperium's constant expansion.

Perception

Social Status

The title of Surveyor and Grand Surveyor are highly regarded by the people of the Imperium.

Demographics

Only native-born citizens of the Imperium are permitted to become Surveyors.

History

The first Grand Surveyor was Zaoh Zenya, who nearly circumnavigated the entirety of Pelera on behest of Empress Oum Rui. Though he died before he could fully complete his journey, the legend behind him instilled the people of Douma with the desire to see the world- and for Oum Rui's successor Niu Lu-Do - take it as a prize.

Operations

Dangers & Hazards

The hazards of being an Imperium Surveyor are the same as any explorer's career: climbing accidents, accidental drownings, deadly diseases, and hostile wildlife.

Alternative Names

Scouts, Mapmakers, Pillage-Planners.

Type

Intelligence Gathering