Staffing, Posts, and Ranks

The people of the realm have always had systems of governance, even though in the breakdown of order such systems have tended to become quite rudimentary. The below is a list of some of the 'usual' posts and ranks which frame the institutions of government.

This is in no way a mandatory system of government, even though it is traditional; these are, after all, days when tradition itself is breaking down rapidly. Adrian would do well to follow traditions, but he might well do better listening to more... modern modes of advice.

Central Government
The central government in many royal courts is dominated by the Three Officials. These posts are: These three rank-holders lead their respective divisions of government.
 * Chief Magistrate, in charge of the judicial affairs of state
 * Chief Hierophant, in charge of ritual affairs
 * Chief Commandant, in charge of military affairs

Regional Government
Regional government is mostly a matter left to noble families, though even in the relatively backward and noble-dominated states, some areas might be divided into prefectures or governorates. These are, naturally, then led by a prefect or a governor.

The role of a prefect is mostly judicial in nature; he serves as the magistrate of the region.

Nobility and their Retinues
The noble families often hold their own courts, and give titles and official posts to their own followers and gate-guests. While there are many flowery titles that might be given, in general these ranks can be divided into civil, military and religious kinds.

Each of these categories has two tiers of titles, to which other qualifiers are added.

Military
 * Lieutenant:
 * Captain:

Civil
 * Advisor:
 * Undersecretary:

Religious
 * Acolyte:
 * Deacon: