# The Centenari At the summit of the Elvae hierarchy stands the **Elderling**, the highest and most revered figure among their people. As a ruler and a living symbol of continuity, the Elderling embodied collective wisdom and traditions of their kind. The Elderling’s authority is absolute, encompassing spiritual guidance and political governance. They dictate the philosophical direction of the Centenari and oversee all major decisions, from internal policies to external alliances. It is said that their voice resonates with the echoes of centuries, their decrees reflecting not just the needs of the present but the lessons of the past. Beneath the Elderling are the **Paradin**, a distinguished class of advisors, diplomats, and interpreters whose influence extends far beyond the borders of the Centenari. Known as **advisor-interpreters**, the Paradin are entrusted with preserving equilibrium in Tyrrha, particularly between the competing powers of the **Duxa Empire** and the **Orcish confederacy**. They have trained for decades in diplomacy, honing their philosophy, linguistics, and negotiation skills. This rigorous preparation allows them to mediate the most sensitive and high-stakes political conflicts. Their role is not merely to advise but to interpret; they translate not just words but intent, ensuring that cultural and political misunderstandings do not lead to chaos. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://wiki.chainsofwar.io/chains-of-war-lore/factions/elvae/the-centenari.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.