The Colborn Council

[CopOwl 1707]

 

 

Published by the County of Malkovya

ISSUED ON THE 11TH OF JULA AND PIOV, 484 E.S.

 

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The Council of Colborn is the body of leadership for the family and lands of the House of Colborn and it serves at the will of the Patriarch or Matriarch. The Council exists as a group of advisors for the Parriarch of House Colborn, and each member is bestowed with specific duties that aid in the administration of the Scyfling House’s lands and the management of the household.

 

The Head of the Household also reserves the right to create new positions and destroy old ones upon the Council as required, allowing the Council of Colborn to fit their needs and the needs of the Scyfling lands. 

 

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Held by Anabel Elia Colborn @CopOwl

 

The Head of Household is a position held by the Parriarch and their chosen Consort. As leader of the family, and the official title holder of the Crown, the Head of Household oversees and protects the entirety of House Colborn, and the Scyflings within Haense. They are the forefront of the family and spearhead the Council of Colborn’s operations.

 

 

Held by Olivier Percival Ashford de Savoie @Harald

 

The Burgrave is an individual close to the Head of Household who acts as their second-in-command. The Burgrave can be a family member, however, they are often a trusted individual from outside the House of Colborn. Derived from an ancient practice, in which a free-roaming knight would be appointed to guard a castle, the Burgrave frequently represents the Head of Household in their absence, has a protective role over the Head’s family, and manages their estates.

 

 

Held by Anastasia Parvana Colborn @Lmcfc

 

The Grand Elder is often the oldest still-living individual within the House of Colborn, and they are frequently appointed by default through seniority rather than directly by the Head of the Household. The Grand Elder is tasked with educating the children of the House of Colborn - along with any other Scyfling descendants - on the family’s culture as they grow. Additionally, the Grand Elder’s permission and support must be sought prior to marriage alongside that of the Parriarch.

 

 

Held by Anabel Elia Colborn @CopOwl

 

The Keeper of the Book is an honourable position worthy of a scholarly and trustworthy Colborn. They are the caretaker and guardian of the House’s most precious artifact, The Book of House Colborn. The Book is filled with past accounts of generations of Colborns who came before, and one of the duties of the Keeper is to write their account of their experiences and the actions of their family. As an extension of this duty, it falls upon the Keeper to educate the children and wider Haeseni populace - in conjunction with the efforts of the Grand Elder - on the history and traditions of the Colborns of the past. They also often have greater insight into House Colborn family heirlooms and manage them. 

 

 

Currently held by Nikolai Adrian Cedrick Colborn @Dairsad

 

While often a position held by someone of youthful spirit, the Heir of House Colborn - once selected by the Patriarch for their merit - has an important role in representing the House in lieu of the Head of Household. They are also a symbol of the hopeful future ahead of House Colborn. Often, the Heir is encouraged to engage deeply with Scyfling culture in preparation for their ascent to become the Head of the Household in the future.

 

 

Currently held by Brendell Åsbjörn Aleksey Colborn @Nilyeet

 

The Marshal of the Colborn Levy is the individual tasked with the recruitment and management of the standing Levy of House Colborn. The Marshal’s duties include having deeply ingrained knowledge about any local threats to Colborn lands, including dangerous wildlife or foreign borders, and the Marshal also designs any training exercises, patrol routes, guard routines, et cetera, throughout all House Colborn land or events.

 

 

Currently held by Carolus Ivan Colborn @Seuss

 

The Treasurer of House Colborn, as appointed by the Head of the Household, manages the cultivation of the family’s wealth. St. Carr Colborn, according to legend, was the richest man of his time. As such, House Colborn has consistently been incredibly proficient at business, making the role of the Treasurer paramount to the House’s successful operation.

 

 

Currently held by no one.

 

The Marrska is an important individual within the House of Colborn as they are tasked with breeding and managing the family’s horses. Historically, horses are a symbol of their House that represent its pride and prestige; making them incredibly valuable to House Colborn, and valuable in the marketplace since each Scyfling family is known to breed peak-condition horses to fit their needs. Therefore, the Marrska is always a trusted individual within the Council who also plays an important role in House Colborn’s economic prosperity by breeding horses to be sold.

 

 

Currently held by Amelia Ceciliya Colborn @Smol

 

The Head Librarian of House Colborn is tasked with the organisation and management of the many historical records and ancient tomes contained within the Colborn Library. For those with a literary heart, they may also write books of their own such as records of historical events, children’s storybooks, philosophy, et cetera. The Colborn Library is second only to the Palace Library in the extensiveness of its collection, making the position of Head Librarian a crucial one.

 

 

Currently held by Astrid Rosiliya Colborn @MutatedPotato

 

The Skaldr in Scyfen, or “poet”, is an individual within the Council of Colborns who is dedicated to the composition of poetry, folk stories, and music that spreads the myths and legends of Scyfling Culture. Often, a Skaldr will be dedicated to immortalising the legend of their liege; creating stories based on their life. Additionally, the Skaldr often accompanies their liege to the battlefield where they use their poetry and speeches to increase troop morale. The position of Skaldr is the highest honour that can be bestowed onto a Scyfling artist, and their influence on the legend of the Head of Household awards them with a place upon the Council. 

 

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If any individuals felt drawn to certain positions upon the Council of Colborns, they are encouraged to approach Countess Anabel Elia Colborn. @CopOwl

 

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The Right Honourable, Anabel Elia Colborn, Countess of Malkovya, Viscountess of Venzia, Baroness of Bethlenen, Lady of Vorenburg, the Protector of Scyflings, Keeper of the Book, and Secretary of the Esrova Courts