Duke/Duchess
A Duke is under the authority of the King. Only the King and the Crown Prince (first son of the King) have higher authority then them. They are put in authority over larger areas of land, known as Duchies. A Duchess is either the wife of a Duke, or is the sole ruler of a Duchy (which is rare.)
There are 5 Duchies in Eurova
Qualifications
They usually need to be a knight, who has served the King for several years.
Requirements
The King honors them with the title and duchy when they have done some honorable deed.
Duties
To guard the people in their duchy.
To hold up the rules set by the King.
Responsibilities
Training soldiers for the duchy.
Form of Address
His Grace/Her Grace
Alternative Naming
Duchess
Source of Authority
The King honors knights by giving them land to govern with the title of Duke or on occasion Duchess.
Length of Term
Until death, incapable of carrying on their duty, or honor taken away by the King.
Current Holders
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