Cenone has governed Medaris with a firm hand—some say a heavy one—since his conquest of the neighboring city of Pomona around the time you were born. It's expected that Liathar, as the eldest of Cenone's two sons, will eventually follow in his footsteps. The citizens of the city call their stern ruler "the Raven," in what might be either respectful appreciation or fear.
But politics isn't at the forefront of your mind tonight. Your heart's desire is to make the most of your opportunity tonight to present your ideas to the director of the Odeon. Theater-struck, your friends say jokingly, but it's true. All your life you've dreamed of becoming a part of the spectacles presented on the stage.