Baldur's Gate (state)

Structure

Since its famous tax revolt, Baldur's Gate is ruled by four Grand Dukes, whose membership composed the Council of Four. They were elected by the citizens to serve for life or until they wished to retire. The Council serve as a member of the Lords' Alliance, which includes Waterdeep and Silverymoon, among other nation-states.

After an attempted coup by former Grand Duke Valarken, Baldur's Gate's government underwent a major restructure and the newly-created Baldurian parliament elected the Dukes. For a time the city was ruled by Grand Duke Portyr at the behest of parliament.

This changed again however, sometime before 1479 DR, as the Council of Four was reinstated. They are still aided by the Parliament of Peers, who continue to serve as their electors as well as a legislative body. These 50 or so influential Baldurians meet to discuss city matters and make recommendations to the council.

Culture

Open

Public Agenda

Neutral

Founding Date

Unknown

Type

Geopolitical, City-state

Capital

Baldur's Gate

Alternative Names

The grey harbor, The gate

Demonym

Baldurian

Government System

Plutocracy

Power Structure

Autonomous area

Location

Baldur's Gate

Controlled Territories

• Baldur's Gate