Alveran Politics

Alveran Politics - General
Whilst Alvera is a generally popular leader, particularly with the general populace, his natural tendencies to rule by consensus have led to elements of factionalism within the Alveran leadership structure. The key figures in this are:
King Alvera
Twin to Solara, allegedly the elder, he claims the Kingdom by birthright. Raised for the most part in the East, he has numerous friends and advisors amongst the Dwarves, and was pronounced Giant Friend by the pre-eminent Giant Tribe of Torgan for gallantry in a skirmish with them. He supports the House of Barons and the Council of Mayors, but is often slow to act, preferring to play a waiting game. Considered one of the best poker players in the Kingdom. He currently holds exiled Court at the Cloud Castle of Star Port, keeping it as a Wyldwood sanctuary even though his own religious inclinations are elsewhere.
Duke Shinefeld
Brother of the late King William and uncle to both Alvera and Solara. Aloof and contemptuous of the Council of Mayors - and indeed all commoners - nevertheless he is fiercely loyal to Alvera. Fond of horse racing and breeding, he fields the best mounted Knights in the Kingdom from his lands at Sabarath.
Duke Adamas
Bastard Ariel half-brother to King William, he earned his Dukedom and recognition in the last Troll War. Proud and seething with suppressed anger at the many affronts of his childhood, both perceived and actual, he openly flaunts his magic ability and obvious mixed blood, and has caused numerous problems with both the Universal Church and the Royal Family. A favourite of the young Alvera, he holds Northlake against all invaders.
The Earl of Hampton
Giant Admiral of Point Richmond. He commands the Royal Fleet, or what is left of it, and was elected to First Baron in the House of Barons shortly before the Elven invasion. He harbours a deep hatred for the Lizardmen, whom he believes sold information to the Elves prior to the invasion.
Baron Lopezgem
Senior Dwarven Baron and chief architect and engineer of the alliance which saw the Council of Mayors develop into a viable force, uniting the people and the nobility both in opposition to the Elves. Very popular in the cities, where his administrative aptitude and ruthless prosecution of governmental incompetence comes as welcome relief to his people. Nothing like beheading a corrupt tax collector to gain popular support. Owns Hightower.
Baron Duprez
The Black Baron, so-named both for his propensity for wearing black and purple garments, and famed ill-humour. The short tempered Dwarf frequently leads raiding parties in the vicinity of the old capital, with the aim of rescuing slaves and striking back at the Empire. Always at odds with the King's so-called `time and space' plans. Owner of Pearlstone, an appropriately named city perhaps, given its ruler.