Quote Originally Posted by PersonMan View Post
Seems good. At first I was unsure due to the lack of a patron deity, but then I had an idea-a specialized engine in his ship creates the magic he uses. So later the PCs can disrupt it to bring him down to their level.
Technically Cleric can be devoted to a cause. Like Expansionism.

Or you could make the Empire's Head a "God-Emperor" who is able to grant spells.