The Magisterium’s Watchful Eye

Though the Magisterium, the governing body of the Magi, largely turns a blind eye to the Market’s activities, they remain vigilant for any threats to their society. The Market’s dealings in enchanted objects, blood, and secret knowledge can pose a risk to the balance of power, and the Magisterium will step in if certain boundaries are crossed. If rumors surface of specific Magi blood or artifacts related to Forbidden Magicks are for sale, Magisterium enforcers are known to raid the Market, disrupting it temporarily before it resurfaces in a new location.

The Magisterium’s interest in the Market isn’t merely regulatory; its own agents are sometimes known to trade within the Red Market, gathering intelligence, tracking rogue Magi, or seeking rare artifacts. This tacit allowance has allowed the Red Market to thrive, even while remaining under the threat of Magisterium intervention.