First Heir

Requirements

Must be a drow female. Half-drow are sometimes accepted but will struggle integrating themselves into Apostan society enough to maintain their House.

Appointment

Upon the Matriarch's death, the current First Heir is promoted to Matriarch and the Second Heir becomes First Heir, the Third Heir becomes Second Heir and so on.

There is no ceremony required other than some legal paperwork. Often, a party is provided. Only the hosting House and other Houses of 'equal' standing are invited to attend.

Duties

It is often felt by First Heirs that it is their unspoken duty to force their Matriarch to vacate the rank if they could do a better job. Assassination is by far the most popular method, but blackmail and subtle mind-affecting poisons are also common choices.

Responsibilities

First Heirs are often appointed as second-in-command if the Matriarch is unavailable for a time, such as during travel or childbirth. They must also handle many minor or repetitive tasks that are otherwise the duty of the Matriarch.

Benefits

Prestige, and usually a certain amount of influence over the House. Monetary benefits depend entirely upon how generous the current Matriarch is with the House's account.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

If the Matriarch dies, the First Heir is promoted to their position. The Matriarch may also bestow the title upon any other drow female in their House, although the appropriate paperwork must be completed - and assuming both survive insulting the previous First Heir.

Type

Nobility, Household

Alternative Naming

(Formal) Heir of House (name)
(Informal) Heir

Equates to

Next of kin, second in command, princess.

Source of Authority

Matriarch

Length of Term

Lifelong

Current Holders

• Lirdayne

Reports directly to

Matriarch

Related Locations

• Apostae

Related Organizations

• House Arabend