Amulet of Kings

The Amulet of Kings, also called the Amulet of the Kings of Glory, was a pendant traditionally worn by the ruling emperor of Cyrodiil. Set in its center was the Chim-el Adabal ("Royal Godstone"), also known as the Red Diamond, a huge soul gem of Ayleid origin. It was held in a golden clasp surrounded by eight smaller gems that represented the Eight Divines of the original Cyrodilic pantheon, created by Queen Alessia.

The amulet served as the symbol of the divine right of the Cyrodilic emperors. It was an important component of the coronation ceremony and a powerful artifact when used for divination. The soul of each reigning emperor was enshrined within the central stone, presumably during the coronation ritual involving the Dragonfires and the divine Covenant. In this way Cyrodiil's rulers were brought together in death, forming an "oversoul" that could provide counsel to their successors.

The amulet could only be worn by certain individuals—those who could wear it were said to have the "dragon blood" in their veins. The specific requirements, however, have been a subject of debate, and they may simply have called for the attributes of a ruler or some divine mandate.

The Amulet of Kings is a sacred symbol of the Empire, the source of the diamond shape used in Imperial insignias and banners.