Count/Countess

Lord or lady of a province

Qualifications

Must be at least a Citizen of Ixis

Requirements

Only that the count or Countess have given their blessing

Appointment

usually done ceremonially in front of several witnesses, by the predecessor, or a neighboring count

Duties

the count's obligation is to the people and country

Responsibilities

Listening and dealing any problems that might arise, commanding the military and guard  in times of crisis,

Benefits

the count/countess are given a fair share of the taxes for a modest salary are political the most powerful in the nation

Accoutrements & Equipment

a brass badge displaying the symbol of Ixisal with a red ruby in the center,

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

performing heretical or traitorous actions, such the murder of citizen or worship of a heretical god

Cultural Significance

hold as much power as king or emperor

Status

in effect

Form of Address

his Lordship

Equates to

Count equates to the royals or a Duke or Duchess

Source of Authority

A Predecessor or another Count

Length of Term

till they die or retire the position

Related Locations

• Vetena

Related Organizations

• Ixis