Figurehead

Figurehead is the title given to the caryatid ruler of the city-state of Caryatis.

Details

Qualifications

The figurehead must hold the governance of Caryatis as their sole priority over the course of their rule. This requirement is disqualifying for many caryatids, who value their own personal liberty as of the utmost importance.

Appointment

Each resigning figurehead has appointed their own successor, who has then been approved by a volunteer council. This has never posed an issue.

Duties

In practice, the figurehead

• prioritizes what work is necessary for the wellbeing of Caryatis, and
• finds inhabitants of the city willing to perform that work, doing it themselves if necessary.

This is generally straightforward, as caryatids are easily motivated by novelty and by challenge. Motivating the mortal inhabitants of the city can be more difficult, and often requires external incentives.

Benefits

Figureheads are respected by the inhabitants of the city for their willingness to set aside their own personal desires for the greater good. The position carries no material benefits.

Accoutrements & Equipment

The figurehead wears a verdant sash as a symbol of their office.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

Every figurehead to date has resigned voluntarily. There is no established procedure for dismissal.

History

Caryatis has had a figurehead since its founding.

Type

Civic, Political

Form of Address

Their given name.

First Holder

Eshkar

Current Holders

• Dakarai

Past Holders

• Meges Amargis

Related Organizations

• City-State of Caryatis

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