On Tue, 29 Oct 2002, definitely what wrote: #However, the Jhereg emperor probably isn't going to get assassinated #because of the Orb; plus, it would be in House Jhereg's best interest #to ensure that their Emperor lasts as long as possible. And of all Houses*, the Jhereg are probably best able to guard the Emperor against assassination. Unless, of course, the Council itself decides that he needs to be replaced. * Except perhaps the Yendi. -- Mark A. Mandel http://world.std.com/~mam/Cracks-and-Shards/ a Steven Brust Dragaera fan website