Grand Constable of the Majaran Empire (Ma-har-ran)

This rank is awarded by the Empress of the Majaran Empire. The intent of creating this position was the create a long-term, loyal and skilled leader for the Empire's growing military forces. While the Empress has shown herself to be a highly effective military leader, she increasingly felt she need a trusted subordinate to manage the military on a day to day basis. Once she created this office, she immediately awarded it to her daughter Princess Atheneis Shandie Majara.
The constable selects a suitable staff of military officers to support the exercise of command over Imperial forces in the field and the administration of military forces. The Grand Constable also selects a force of a dozen personal guards to maintain her/his personal security. The Grand Constable has created the House of War (Ministry of War) to serve as a central headquarters of the activities of the Imperial Military. Under the Constable's guidance, the officials of the house of war organize military units, supervise the construction of fortifications and other military facilities, purchase supplies/equipment for the military, establish training regimes for the military and carry out many other administrative tasks.

Qualifications

Command experience, combat experience, knowledge of the Imperial military, the ability to work closely with all groups constituting the Empire's military and magical resources.

Requirements

Must be an experienced military commander with battlefield experience.

Appointment

Receives commission from the Empress.

Duties

To command, inspect and organize imperial military forces.

Responsibilities

Exercise command authority over any Imperial military unit, officer, soldier or sailor.  Plans and organizes military forces and equipment.  Submits recommendations for appointment and promotion to the Empress.  Inspects military units and garrisons.

Benefits

Pay at the level of a marshal, provision of a personal guard, provision of a personal staff, and offices at the House of War.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

At the discretion of the Empress.

Type

Nobility, Military

Form of Address

Grand Constable

Alternative Naming

The Constable of the Empire

Equates to

Army Commander

Source of Authority

Empress of the Majaran Empire

Length of Term

Unlimited, by appointment

Reports directly to

Empress/Emperor of the Majaran Empire

Related Locations

• Karmis
• Landor
• Zareb

Related Organizations

• Forest Coven
• Alyite Order (Sisterhood of Alya)
• Permanent Garrison of Zareb
• Royal Coven