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| − | '''Dwarf | + | '''Dwarf Kings''' are the leaders of a [[dwarf-hold]]. Every major hold has a king, while smaller settlements may be led by a [[Thane]]. The kingship usually passes from the king to his eldest son upon his death. |
The king rules his hold with the help of a Council of Elders. The council is made up of the oldest, wisest and most honourable dwarves in a hold and, accordingly, commands great respect. The king and his council will often debate an important issue, but the king always has the last say. | The king rules his hold with the help of a Council of Elders. The council is made up of the oldest, wisest and most honourable dwarves in a hold and, accordingly, commands great respect. The king and his council will often debate an important issue, but the king always has the last say. | ||
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Revision as of 14:12, 29 June 2017
Dwarf Kings are the leaders of a dwarf-hold. Every major hold has a king, while smaller settlements may be led by a Thane. The kingship usually passes from the king to his eldest son upon his death.
The king rules his hold with the help of a Council of Elders. The council is made up of the oldest, wisest and most honourable dwarves in a hold and, accordingly, commands great respect. The king and his council will often debate an important issue, but the king always has the last say.
High King
At any one time there will be a single High King. This has traditionally been the King of Karaz-a-Karak. Nominally, the High King commands the allegiance of all the other kings, however, practically, dwarves are proud individuals and not given to blind obedience.
Dwarf Queens
Very rarely, there have been examples of dwarf queens, however a queen only has power until a suitable husband can be found. The next king is chosen from the queen's clan, not her husband's.
