Golden One

Known as the "Golden One" (or sometimes "Gilded One"), this individual is the figurehead for the entire order known as the Blade's Edge of Kohra.

Appointment

After the previous Golden One passes on, usually through combat, the Prophets of the Blades Edge will be on the lookout for a member of the organisation (at any level) who has unique combat abilities and religious knowledge, as well as a virtue unseen anywhere else.
Once a member of the Blade's Edge has come to the attention of the Prophets, a secretive circle of the upper echelons of the organisation will gather to discuss the potential appointment of a new Golden One. If they should not come to an agreement, the search will continue, for it must be a unanimous decision.
After an agreement has been reached, a ritual called "The Keening" begins, where a newly-crowned Golden One is trained to become the perfect emissary of Kohra.

Responsibilities

The Golden One is seen to be responsible for all of the military and religious duties of the Blade's Edge, presiding over important ceremonies and leading battles. However in reality, their role is one of symbolic importance, while all the decisions are made by the Prophets.
This still carries with it the responsibility of knowing all combat strategies and religious rites and practices within the organisation, for theirs is seen as unparalleled.

Benefits

As Golden One, the individual will have access to all of the organisation's wealth and assets. While the Blade's Edge preaches self-sacrifice, for the sake of appearances the Golden One will want for nothing and dress in the finest of clothes or armour. The title also carries much acclaim and reverence from those outside the organisation. Political or civic leaders may pay homage or give allowances to the Golden One, should they pass through their borders.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

The only way for a Golden One to be removed from power is through death, and it is paramount that this death come from sacrifice.