The Select

In the late Bravencourt dynasty, the Emperor was kidnapped by rivals. He was rescued by a party of adventurers. As a reward, the Emperor offered lands and titles but the adventurers were not interested. So the Emperor named them the first of the Select: hand chosen, powerful individuals who would be recognized as Favored of the Dragon and enjoy the benefits of a wandering lord.
Today, the Select hold similar status. They are empowered to operate on the Emperor's behalf and enjoy his protection and free lodgings. However, when the Emperor dies, these protections are lost, so the Select have an invested interest in keeping the Emperor where he is.

The Select are incredibly diverse though all are fiercely loyal to the Empire and are incredibly powerful.

The Favored of the Dragon

Type

Secret, Brotherhood