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--- consolidated:hann_empire:regions:westland:social_structure [2026/05/17 20:00] – [Social Structure] johnb
+++ consolidated:hann_empire:regions:westland:social_structure [2026/06/02 17:39] (current) – [Social Structure] johnb
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   - **Lord Rignal vanFroog** is the current ruler of Westland.  He is one of the Sovereign Lords of The Strongholds and one of the peers of the King of Stilan.  He manages the eastern province from his stronghold at Hudley.
   - **The Governor** (Sir Preston Mexon, a proven administrator and a minor member of the Melange royal family) based at Westhaven, he oversees the western province, on behalf of Lord Rignal.  Mainly responsible for Expansion, Taxes and the Guard/Military units in the town/region.
-  - **Knight Dominus ** – Military & Civilian aristocratic award, and the highest ranks awarded by Lord Rignal.  Hereditary Title, granted to Land Owning Knights, which gives the right to appoint a Steward to oversee a village on the Knight (or organisations) behalf.  Most are earned by service and land development, although Lord Rignal might make a land award, if he so chooses.
+  - **Knight Dominus ** – Military & Civilian aristocratic Hereditary Title, and is awarded by Lord Rignal for service to the state.   Those earned though military service are normally accompanied by a ++small land grant|(often based around an ex-frontier tower or fort)++, while those awarded for settlement development are based on land already owned and controlled. The Knight has the right to appoint a Steward to oversee a village on their behalf.
-  - **Knight of Westland** – Military & Civilian aristocratic award awarded by Lord Rignal.  Normally awarded for good service to the state, either as a military leader, senior administrator or exceptional business person (including developing new settlements). Knights are often given senior jobs, called on to hold Law courts, lead the military in times, or perform similar, important, services.
+  - **Knight of Westland** – Military & Civilian aristocratic, lifetime, title awarded by Lord Rignal.  Normally awarded for good service to the state, either as a military leader, senior administrator or exceptional business person (including developing new settlements). Knights are often given senior jobs, called on to hold Law courts, act as Deputy Governors, lead the military in times, or perform similar, important, services. ++Note|(Most are wealthy people who already own urban properties or farms)++
   - **Mayor / Guild-Master** Elected by their Peers as leaders.  Along with Governors, they co-rule Major settlements.  Guild-Masters (elected by their Master crafters/professionals) are responsible for craft quality, crafts, professions and trade.  Mayors levy local taxes and care for public buildings, infrastructure local services.  They are 'leaders of their people' and good service may well lead to a life-time Knighthood, for Services to their Community.
   - **Burgher** - a land owning Citizen -  they have the same rights and responsibilities as Citizen, but own land.  They are eligible to stand for the position of Mayor or Guild Master.  Land is expensive, and only the most successful citizens can afford to rise to the Bourgeoisie.
-  - **Steward** - appointed by a Development Company or Knight Dominus to oversee a village that they own.  The only requirement is that the Steward must be a recognised citizen of the land.  They are seen as the Petit-bourgeois.
+  - **Steward** - appointed by a Development Company or Knight Dominus to oversee a village that they own.  The only requirement is that the Steward must be a recognised citizen of the land.    **Steward of Westland** -  An Honorary Title awarded to military officers who have given good service in the field maintaining Lord Rignal's Wilderness Philosophies.  They can be recalled to active service, as appropriate.   Stewards are seen as the Petit-bourgeois.
-  - **Citizen** – recognised as an established member of the population, either through wealth or service.  Qualification:  Miliary Officer (Lt. Upwards); Master Crafter or Professional (recognised by the guild & owning a 'regulated' business); or exceptional service to the state.  Citizens get to Vote for Mayor and, in return, they commit to help defend their City and (in times of need) the whole of Westland, either by personal service, or financial support. They are also eligible to buy (rather than lease) land - however this is not automatic, and is subject to approval by The Governor/Lord Rignal - this is the promotion route to Burgher.
+  - **Citizen** – recognised as an established member of the population, either through wealth or service.  Qualification:  Miliary Officer (Lt. Upwards); Master Crafter or Professional t (recognised by the guild & owning a 'regulated' business); or exceptional service to the state.  Citizens get to Vote for Mayor and, in return, they commit to help defend their City and (in times of need) the whole of Westland, either by personal service, or financial support. They are also eligible to buy (rather than lease) land - however this is not automatic, and is subject to approval by The Governor/Lord Rignal - this is the promotion route to Burgher.
   - **Residents** – Anyone registered with the local Guild, militia, military or similar service.  There is little in the way of extra rights -  however, there is a recognition there.  They are registered somewhere and part for the state.  Residents with Journeyman or Sergeant status are able to lease land or property from Lord Rignal and start a regulated business - this is the promotion route to Citizen.
   - **Others** -  whoever is left.  Next to no rights, except for access to the law, etc.
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   * **Commander** - Most senior command position -  responsible for troops across a whole province.
+  * **Lt Commander** - Oversees troops in larger garrisons, or over a large area.
   * **Lieutenant** - First proper command rank, oversees troops in dangerous areas or large commands.
-  * **Sergeant** - First officer rank.  Might oversee two or three hands or be responsible for a tower.
+  * **Sergeant** - First officer rank.  Might oversee two or three hands or be responsible for a guard tower.
-  * **Corporal** - leads a 'hand' of soldiers - sometimes nicknamed 'The Thumb'
+  * **Corporal** - leads a 'hand' of soldiers - Corporals are sometimes nicknamed 'The Thumb'.
   * **Soldier** -  generic name for any trained member of the armed forces.
   * **Auxiliary** - Lowest rank of military -  perform mundane tasks or serve in the militia.