Nikifor Ivanovich

The steward of the Ladan' kremlin, left in charge by Vladimir Sviatoslavovich while he was away at war. The steward is a 50-ish man with a short graying beard and side-braids.

Nikofor was sought out by Vadim for consultations. He told Vadim to report to him from now on, leaving only minor details for Sigurd Karlsson , his nominal boss.