Fair. I suspect it's like a lot of other terms in other worlds. Like demons.

[ She smiles again and grabs hold of the side of the boat to slowly get onto her feet. The nausea was all but gone, though her strength was not quite as it should be. ]

Most use it as a weapon to control. Those who oppose it often find themselves subject to some pretty harsh consequences. It's a tool for what most people want. Power.