The Council of Mystra

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The Council of Mystra

Issued and confirmed by order of his Grace, Romanos Palaiologos,

11th, of Malin’s welcome, 1620

 

 

  In order for the proper function of a Duchy, a Council must be formed. Thus, His Grace Romanos Palaiologos has formed the first Council of Mystra. Each positions within the Council are to be held by Nobles, or lowborns that have proved themselves to the Duke himself. The Council is composed of the Duke, Lord Chancellor, Lord Steward, Lord Marshal.

 

Duke: The Duke is the head of the Council, the head of the Duchy itself. He may create and enforce new laws within his Duchy. He may hold courts, or appoint a regent to do so in his stead.

The Duke of Mystra is his Grace, Romanos Palaiologos.

 

Lord Chancellor: The Lord Chancellor is the Duke’s most trusted man within the realm, his right hand. He may act as a regent if the Duke is absent. He may create and suggest new laws to the Duke. He may also ensure the stability of the Duchy through internal diplomacy.

[Vacant]

 

Lord Steward: The Steward is the overseer of land and legistation within the Duchy of Mystra. He may order the construction or even the deconstruction of buildings within the Duchy. He has the duty of organising events within the Duchy of Mystra, such as feasts or tournaments or other kind of events. He has the right to record special events and the history of the Duchy. He may also appoint scribes to help him with the recording.

The Lord Steward is of Mystra is Gilondir Oronar.

 

Lord Marshal: The Lord Marshal is in charge of the entire Ducal army. He is also in charge of the defence of every single peasant of the Duchy for every life counts. While at war, his duty is to lead the army of the Duchy into battle. Whilst at peace, his duty is to keep the army fully organised and ready for command. He may hold trainings whenever he wishes. May arrest criminals, bandits and raiders in order to bring them at court. May call for wargames in order to keep the military fit for service.

The Lord Marshal of Mystra is Bennett Elwind.

 

     Signed by his Grace, Romanos Palaiologos, Duke of Mystra, Baron of Hagios Lothar, Grandmaster of the Order of Saint Lothar, Lord Justiciar of the Kingdom of Santegia.