Chieftain

The leaders of tribes are called Chieftains. The main difference from Rulers is that those they rule are not bound to territory or a particular settlement - they can span across multiple or be a wandering tribe.

Qualifications

They are usually proclaimed on Gwaarday.

Requirements

Strength, wisdom, and charisma are the three defining features of the dali the tribe follows.
Sometimes the more capable member takes over, but most often it is the one that defeats the previous Chieftain in a duel.

Appointment

They are proclaimed during a gathering of the tribe or following a duel with the previous Chieftain.

Duties

Testing and welcoming new members into the tribe, raising the younglings.

Responsibilities

Guiding the future of their tribe.

Benefits

Political and military power.

Accoutrements & Equipment

Usually nothing, sometimes special clothes or markings.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

Likely through duel to the death by a challenger.

Source of Authority

Their tribe

Length of Term

As long as they remain the one being followed

Reports directly to

Khan

Related Organizations

• Hundred Tribes
• Green Horde
• Gibbelar