What does “writ” mean in game dialogue?

Definition

writ: a form of written command in the name of a court to act, or abstain from acting, in some way

Appears in

Dragon age : OriginsDragon age : InquisitionThe Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimDivinity: Original Sin 2

Spoken by

Astrid— “The Gourmet is scheduled to cook for the Emperor at a special dinner. You'll kill him, steal his Writ of Passage, and assume the role of master chef.

Video Scenes

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