Ogre Chief

Appointment

Challenge System:
The most common method of appointment is through a public challenge. Any ogre who believes they possess the strength and leadership qualities to be Chief can challenge the current leader to a duel. The winner of the duel claims the mantle of Chieftain.   Rarity:
When a princess is hunted, if she makes it to the port on the side of the island or she makes it sun rise withoug getting captured, then she can choose one of the clans to rule. This has only happen once.

Responsibilities

Lead the Tribe in Hunts and Raids:
The Chief plans and directs hunting expeditions to secure food for the tribe. They might also lead raids on settlements or rival ogre tribes to acquire resources or prove the tribe's dominance.   Settle Disputes and Maintain Order:
The Chief acts as judge and jury, settling arguments within the tribe and ensuring a degree of order and cooperation.   Protect the Tribe from Threats:
The Chief is responsible for defending the tribe from outside threats, such as predators, rival ogres, or other dangers. They might also lead retaliatory attacks if the tribe is wronged.

Benefits

Respect and Fear:
The Chief commands the respect and sometimes fear of the tribe. They are typically given the choicest cuts of meat and the spoils of raids.

Accoutrements & Equipment

Imposing Weapons:
The Chieftain wields the largest and most impressive weapons in the tribe, a symbol of their power and combat prowess. These might be massive clubs, serrated axes, or even crudely fashioned cannons.   Animal Trophies:
The Chief adorns themself with trophies taken from slain beasts, demonstrating their hunting prowess and dominance over the natural world. Large fangs, claws, or even entire pelts might be worn as a symbol of their power.   Simple, Practical Garb:
Ogre Chiefs prioritize practicality over aesthetics. They might wear rudimentary armor crafted from leather or thick hides, but their most prominent feature is their imposing musculature.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

Loss of a Challenge:
As mentioned previously, the Chief can be challenged by any ogre who believes they are stronger and more capable. If defeated, the Chief is stripped of their position and may even be exiled or killed.   Loss of Respect:
If the Chief consistently makes poor decisions that endanger the tribe or loses the respect of the ogres, they might be overthrown in a more informal manner. This could involve a collective loss of confidence or even a coordinated uprising.
Type
Civic, Military, Generic
Form of Address
Chieftain
Source of Authority
Strength and Prowess
Length of Term
Life Tenure (Unless Challenged)
Current Holders


Cover image: by Lady Wynter

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