Grand Master

The leader of one of the Knightly Orders of The Talmidim. They are commander in chief of the Order, especially the Teutonic Order and the Templar Order.

Appointment

Decided by the Pope upon the previous Grand Master's death. There is a pool of candidates brought forward from among the advising Grand Officers and other Knights elected by the members of the Order.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

For crimes of Heresy or Treason, a Grand Master may be removed. However, they otherwise may be considered as able to operate outside most conventional laws.

Type

Religious, Military

Source of Authority

The Pope

Length of Term

Lifetime

Reports directly to

Pope

Related Organizations

• Teutonic Order
• Hospitaller Order
• The Talmidim
• Templar Order