Lord Chieften
The nominal figure head of the Erayax.
Their only real authority at their disposal is a casting vote, if required, on the Council of Tribes. And of course that which they can implement by force of arms.
Of course during times of major conquest the role becomes that of something like a War Duke.
Presumably the same would apply were the Erayax ever attacked, however, this has not occured ever in recorded history.
Their only real authority at their disposal is a casting vote, if required, on the Council of Tribes. And of course that which they can implement by force of arms.
Of course during times of major conquest the role becomes that of something like a War Duke.
Presumably the same would apply were the Erayax ever attacked, however, this has not occured ever in recorded history.
Requirements
Having survived so far is a basic requirement for any position on the Council.
Duties
During times that, for the Erayax would be classed as peace, the role of the Lord Chieften is, as described, nominal only at best.
When the Erayax are organising significant raids south however, their role transforms into something best described as a War Duke. They weild almost total control of the Military actions.
The rewards can be significant, so too though can be the retribution for any failures.
When the Erayax are organising significant raids south however, their role transforms into something best described as a War Duke. They weild almost total control of the Military actions.
The rewards can be significant, so too though can be the retribution for any failures.
Responsibilities
Ovearall responsibility for all campaigns Erayax inflict upon the southern factions.
Whilst there are frequently smaller incursions, these would generally be at the behest of clan leaders within easy reach of the borderlands.
Whilst there are frequently smaller incursions, these would generally be at the behest of clan leaders within easy reach of the borderlands.
Benefits
Successful southern raids bring wealth in a wide variety of shapes and forms.
From the almost thought of as conventional, supplies, treasures of various types and a range of resources - prisoners are highly valued as well. The Erayax rely on a partial slave economy quite heavily.
The Lord Chieften is afforded the "pick" of the lot with returning prisoners.
From the almost thought of as conventional, supplies, treasures of various types and a range of resources - prisoners are highly valued as well. The Erayax rely on a partial slave economy quite heavily.
The Lord Chieften is afforded the "pick" of the lot with returning prisoners.
Accoutrements & Equipment
A replica of the Taramax Shard mounted in a sceptre.
The original is stored in safe keeping, it is immensely sacred and simply far too powerful a relic to be used as a mere ceremonial device. The actual sceptre has been broken on several occassions when used in an act of anger. Keeping the sacred gem safe has proven prudent.
Grounds for Removal/Dismissal
Removal or dismissal from office is always the result of a challenge for leadership.
A challenge for leadership is settled by a fight to the death. Despite the potential instability of these uncertain terms in office the system somehow works, at least for the Erayax.
A challenge for leadership is settled by a fight to the death. Despite the potential instability of these uncertain terms in office the system somehow works, at least for the Erayax.
Form of Address
Lord Chieften
Equates to
In other realms or factions this position would potentially equate to the presiding officer over a particularly violent council of sorts.
As with most things, the Erayax are slippery when it comes to how they're equated to other social groups
As with most things, the Erayax are slippery when it comes to how they're equated to other social groups
Source of Authority
A collective of great Clans, usually between 5 and 9 clans select one of their number to be the lead of the group.
Length of Term
Unpredictable.
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