There is a story circulating among the researchers of the Akademiya:
Once, a researcher who ran afoul of the Akademiya fled into the desert and fell into a deep sand pit because he was unfamiliar with the harsh environment.
Thirsty and exhausted, he prayed for a noble savior to save him from his predicament.
So, the General Mahamatra who has been tracking him responded to his wish.
Both sides got what they wanted, what a wonderful story.