Council Positions and Duties

(Taken from the Camp of the Shadow Talon)

These Positions might not be found in all Camps or Cities..it's Up to the Ubar's to chose what ones they wish to have, and also gender is not an issue.. such as the Healer they may be eather Male or Female.

Ubar or Administrator-The Ubar/Administratior is the Ruler of any City or Camp, he is his city's Champion, and over all the highest form of the Law, his word is Law amongst his people, and is never questioned. His duties are the most difficult of all Council members; he must ensure good leadership and loyalty of his members, see to the needs of the girls, as well keep his own personal slaves happy. He settles the disputes between his members, judges, and watches as well helps those around him, his members are like family to him, and Unity and Loyalty are his demands, thought often stern, he still sees to it that his members are trained, and placed properly into their positions, with pride and Honour.

Second-The Second acts as the Ubar in the Ubar's absence, as well has the combined duty to handle all announcements of Council. When the Ubar is away, it is His Duty to carry on in the Ubar's Name, remaining within the Policies set forth by Council, as well the Laws enforced by the Ubar. The Second handles a lot of the responsibilities of the Palace, ensuring he knows all Laws, and procedures given by the Ubar,his Loyalty and devotion are to his home, as he is Second Only to the Ubar himself, many, many times he will represent his Home, and Never turns his back from it, as he is as proud as the Ubar, placing his Homestone as his importance of Life.

Ubara-The Ubara, is third in Place of Command of Council, often she is the FC of the Ubar, giving her important insight to the Camp or City, she like the Second is a representation of the Ubar, and strives to learn all rules of the Camp or City, her duties include being Counselor to the Ubar, as well to the kajira , she is in charge of the training of the slaves, overseeing the first girl, and the training girls . She approves the training methods and tests for the kajira and also helps to inform others of the City's or Camp's Laws

First Sword-The First Sword is like an Askari, or Bodyguard to the Ubar. His job is simple yet complex. He protects the Ubar from unseen attack, and acts as the Fourth of Council and as well, training the Rarius, he is combat trainer. It is his duty to ensure the proper training of the Rarius, to set schedules for sparring, and teach the codes of the Scarlet Caste to New Rarius.

First Shield-The First Shield is the first to step out to attack in the event of a Raid. He is the first to stand and put himself in danger to protect his home, he acts as the second Sword in a way, and is assistant to the First Sword. They always work hand in hand to ensure the safety of their Home.

Ambassador-The Ambasador has a very important position, this position requires a certain amount of ability to speak with different Ubars and spread the goodwill of the Ubar. Often travelling, the Ambassador's duties include the arranging of peace treaties, the handling of messages from one Ubar to another, as well helping recruit New members to the Palace. Alliances are often the subject of Ambassadors when they visit, as peace between regions is their goal.

Commander of the Guard-The Commander of the Guard controls the actions of the Guards that protect the outside walls, makes schedules for Guard shift change and is in charge of the gatekeepers.

First Bow-The First Bow is the head trainer of archers upon the wall..a commander of 100...his duties include training all the Rarius how to Use a Bow, as well schedule training for them, and train FW to use them as well.

Scribe-The Scribe is there to record and cast his vote along side of his fellow Council Members, the importance of his duties are to ensure the decisions that are made by Council are posted andunderstood by the first girl, and placed upon the pages, as well record the events of all that happens.

Healer-The Healer is the chief medical person in the Camp or City itself. Her duties include keeping up with all of the wounded in the Camp or City, and training kajira to assist in time of attack.

Chief Gatekeeper or Sentry-The Chief Gatekeeper's duties include being trained to look for specific things upon the entry of someone to the City or Camp..he guards the gates or entrance..makes reports for the night..as well as training the Second gatekeeper how to maintain the gate..they are the first line of defence..never should the Ubar be the one to greet first..and without the gatekeeper's greeting.

Second Gatekeeper or Sentry-The Second Gatekeeper's duties include challenging all who enter the Palace, he is the first to greet, and works along side the Chief Gatekeeper to ensure the safety of the Palace. A proper greeting consists of the following: "Tal. Welcome to ________"

first girl-The first girl; she is the eyes and ears of the Camp or City and is the slaves' representative on Council. This doesn't place her above Frees..her main duty on Council is to express the concerns of the slaves and things that they would like to have considered. Many times great leaders overlook their slaves..but if they have no voice and are not heard..then you have no kajira...no kajira..no Homestone.