Karkovian Projev

The literal translation is "commander," but the actual role of these individuals is more to the effect of "Itinerant Judge." They are appointed either by the king, or by a Duke. Their job is to enforce the laws of the land in the territories of Karkovia.
Projevs are afforded a lot of prestige and authority. The title comes with a small land grant and an estate, but it also comes with military and judicial authority and the right to raise troops from the populace of the area where they operate. The title is non-hereditary, at least in theory, but children of a current Projev looking to carry on the family business are usually well-positioned to do so.
The quality and integrity of them varies significantly from individual to individual. Some are absolutely impartial, honest beyond reproach, and concerned with the integrity of the law. Others care more about maintaining the status quo or their own personal advancement. Personal presentation also varies a bit, but long coats, the colors green and gray, and balance scales factor prominently into their garb and coats of arms, respectively.

Qualifications

Projevs are selected by royalty or the highest-ranking nobles from those who they feel will do the best job of upholding the law and serving the interests of the Karkovian state. Typically, this means more minor nobles, particularly viscounts, but knights and even lowborn military leaders have also been granted the title. In order to be a successful Projev, one must have some martial skill and leadership ability. Ideally, one would also be a skilled investigator, but in practice, this is only a sometimes thing.

Appointment

Projevs are elevated to their position in a ceremony similar to knighting. The new Projev swears a series of oaths and is then granted various writs, titles, and possessions that allow them to perform their role and also embody the values of their station.

Duties

In theory, Projevs are to uphold the integrity of the laws of Karkovia, serve the king and the dukes in all things, protect the safety of the populace, and bring criminals to justice. And some of them do these things, honorably and with distinction, but not all of them. They represent a higher legal authority than barons and counts, and can overrule them in judicial matter if they see fit to, but rarely do so except in egregious cases.

Type

Nobility, Non-hereditary

Form of Address

Syr, Your Honor

Alternative Naming

High Justice