Seneschal of the Prince

The Seneschal is the Prince's "right-hand" and, according to tradition rules the city when the Prince is otherwise indisposed. Many Prince relate this position to choosing which fangs to hold close to their throat. In Ptolus the Seneschal is little more that a mouth piece, Herald and administrator of the Council.

The title itself is liquid, and has different responsibilities in different domains. In some cases, a Seneschal has little actual power, and is more of an honorific title intended to exalt a peer or grant Status to a trusted aide. In other cases, the Seneschal wields as much or even more power than the Prince himself, issuing decrees, rendering judgment, and enforcing the Traditions himself. Whether the Prince is unable or unwilling to perform her responsibilities, the Seneschal may handle some or all of these, or may simply wait until the Prince is deposed and claim the title himself.

The Prince or Primogen decides which of his own duties and privileges belong to the Seneschal. In the case that a Prince is unable to make a declaration of the Seneschal’s powers, the Seneschal may claim any Princely privilege until the Prince refutes it (or until a new Prince excuses a Seneschal from her role).

Alternative Naming

Chamberlain
Herald

Current Holders

• Raylene