Gethamane Embalming

From Thirdexalt

Some Gethamane families do not want to relinquish the bodies of their loved ones, however, leading to a small industry of illicit embalming and taxidermy (Ellewan Dassen of the Outer Circle is noted for performing this service). These families bribe suitable bureaucrats to attest to a body’s cremation, then actually have the corpse preserved. No one knows the full extent of mortuary crime, but it is especially common among rich families who can afford the needed bribery and have the space to hide their ancestors.

Occasionally, an embalmed (or stuffed) corpse is discovered in a hidden room or secreted in a family’s quarters. This always leads to a search of the area for other bodies and the arrest of everyone involved.