[The idea of the general populace having a voice in government is a strange one to someone who's come from a world that's still stuck with royalty and feudal systems, but after a moment of consideration, he nods.]

That seems like the best way to avoid one side or another rioting. [Not perfect, but no system can be perfect.] How would you suggest these officials be selected? If the rulers of Wyver and Olympia were allowed to hand pick their own officials for the settlement, I fear that they would choose specifically people who would attempt to make the settlement their favored city's territory.

There are ways to guard against blood magic and its ilk. That will have to be part of guarding any rulers. [Justice doesn't like the hypnotism he's seen thus far.]