The Stormwatch Wizards is an order of occult practitioners charged with protecting the people, foretelling the weather, healing the sick and advising the emperor. The Wizards are revered and feared across Eloria, operate chapter houses in every major city and often serve as advisors to clan leaders, mayors and governors. The order is secretive and starts apprentice training at age five (Elorian years), though it is not uncommon for an older boy with promise to apprentice. For some reason, only the poor of Eloria exhibit the raw talent to become a Wizard. However, it is a well known fact that Wizards live longer than most emperors.