Nobility

Nobility in Sorel is hereditary, although overturning a current family's rule to replace them with another is not unheard of. Most ruling nobles keep some form of popular position, although these positions range from anything from a formal council to little more than pampered figureheads.

## Ranks

**Queens or kings** (defunct) ruled the kingdom of Arnor when the continent was unified. They were referred to as 'your majesty.'

**Princes or princesses** (defunct) were heirs to the throne of Arnor. They were referred to as 'tyourhighness.'

**Dukes or duchesses** rule city-states and are the defacto leader of the city-state's capital. They are referred to as 'your grace.'

**Barons or baronesses** rule large cities within city-states. They are referred to as 'your lordship/ladyship.'

**Lords or ladies** rule smaller cities or towns within city-states, have hereditary titles, or hold large portions of land. They are referred to as 'my lord/lady.'

### Non-Titled Ranks

**Deans** led the Arcane University before the detonation of Arnor. They were referred to as 'sir/madam.'

**Cornerstones** are heroes nominated by the people of a particular city-state, and are entitled to land if it is within their means. They are referred to as 'sir/lady.'

**Lord or Lady Provosts** lead the Order of the Seal, although this title is recognized by few outside the Order after the detonation of Arnor. They are referred to as 'sir.'

Various churches and religions have their own titles; for example, the Church of the Silver Flame is led by a triumvirate of **Lord Cardinals.**

A **Knight-Covenant** is someone officially recognized by a noble house for services rendered, and is treated similarly to a distant relative.

## Current Nobility

* **Duchess Ema Ashpike.** Duchess of Hanton.
	+ **Earl Dane Ashpike.** Son of Duchess Ashpike and heir to Hanton.
	+ **Lord Maximilien Ashpike.** Second son of Duchess Ashpike. Died as a result of imprisonment in the Bastion in 632.
	+ **Lord Aban Alabaster.** Noble inventor living in Hanton City.
* **Duke Emeric Tarrent.** Duke of Cenard. Awarded the party with the title of Cornerstones in 632.
	+ **Baron Kans Everic**. Baron of Helmfirth. Submitted the party's names for consideration as Cornerstones after their help in Brigandine.
	+ **Lady Maya Everic.** Niece of the Baron of Helmfirth. Rescued by the party after a carriage crash near Vambrace.
	+ **Lady Ana Rolenforth.** Steward to Baron Everic of Helmfirth.
	+ **Lady Amelia Cressida.** Ruler of Brigandine.
* **Duke Quentin Omond.** Duke of Staad.
* **Duchess Irina Elende.** Duchess of Cole.
	+ **Baron Larat Moscal.** Baron of Bredor on the Grave Isle.
* **Duchess Rizena Hardcrest.** Duchess of Ysas.
* **Duchess Jonette Bluemore.** Duchess of Trale.

## Historical Nobility

* **Queen Jordis Halberd I.** First Queen of Arnor. Unified the continent under her banner and established the Halberd dynasty. Originally from the Grave Isle.
* **King Maximus Halberd III.** Last King of Arnor. Famous for his volatile relationship with Dean Aricole. Present in Arnor when it exploded.
* **Dean Olanda Aricole.** The last Dean of the Arcane University. Present in Arnor when it exploded.