Opinions on the current king of Corgath, King Roland son of Bertramus, differ greatly as they do with most kings. He has received much criticism for not providing the Ganpoumi-Fi provinces of the southeast with aid, though they had been beneficial trade partners in the past. Had any of the Ganpoumi-Fi survived this revolution, this decision would have surely ended poorly for the nation of Corgath. However, due to the Songkram's total victory, this may be an opportunity for trade negotiations to start anew. Only time will tell on this matter.

King Roland has also been controversial for his harsh treatment of spellcasters within Corgath. Over the last few decades, the Altum Archive has been growing in prominence and authority within Corgath. In the year 274, the Altum Archive was given the authority to regulate who was permitted to use magic throughout Corgath, by way of a registry. They also were given permission to disallow certain arcane paths from being used. Arcane paths popular in foreign nations, such as Phovezilan elementalism were restricted so heavily they were all but banned; and the punishment for practicing such spellcraft without permission is often jail time. The king has publicly stated that this measure is being done to improve public safety.

While not confirmed, it is widely believed by politicians that this decree was petitioned for by Eadwig Spaltinger, an advisor to the throne. Since he became an advisor in 273, he has been widely disliked by the people for his views on spellcraft and personal liberties. There are rumors he holds strange beliefs about the end of the world, which may be why the king has had a greater focus on national security recently.

This new law has had very poor reception among the people, especially amongst traveling spellcasters. Though the general Corgathian public rarely practices magic, Corgath suddenly became unsafe for both domestic and foreign spellcasters. Studies by independent economists seem to suggest that this is having a negative impact on trade.

One outspoken public figure is the Head of Corgathian City Guard, Almeric Armand, who previously studied at the Thaumaturgical Academy for Arcane Studies. He has organized a number of meetings to appeal to the king, stating that this decree does not improve public safety, and instead infringes on personal freedoms. At the moment, however, the Corgathian City Guard continues to maintain the status quo.

It is also rumored that the shadowy entity known as the Arcane Hand has reacted negatively to these new laws. While little is known about this group in the public eye, it stands to reason that they have been interfacing with the king and his advisors. The observant among us should keep an eye out for a change in opinion of powerful public leaders in the future."