The Emperor's Hand

The position of The Hand of the Emperor is a the most important and influential appointed position in the Brekirid Empire. The Hand of the Emperor is the Emperor's closest advisor and confidant, and he or she is responsible for providing the Emperor with guidance and counsel on important matters of state. They are authorized to make decisions in their name. The Hand of the Emperor is likely to be a very intelligent, wise, and experienced individual, with a deep knowledge of the Empire and its politics.

A hand is often used as the symbol of the Hand of the Emperor, such as on the wax seals of letters. Hands often wear a badge of office shaped like a hand, such as a brooch or a gold necklace with a repeated hand design.

During the reign of strong and able monarchs, the Hand is the chief agent for coordinating and carrying out their plans. During the reign of weak or ineffectual monarchs, the Hand is often the real power behind the throne, and the man chiefly responsible for holding the realm together.

The current Hand is Lady Elora Gardhall