House Von Kaldreon
| Royal House Von Kaldreon | |
| "Prosperity, Loyalty, Nobility" | |
| Historical Information | |
| Founder | Uther Von Kaldreon |
| Capital | Tamra |
| Dominion | Tolonda Sector |
| Established | Year 8 Day 352 |
| General information | |
| Current head | His Serene Highness Uther Von Kaldreon |
| Members | Arthur Von Kaldreon |
| Headquarters | Royal Tolondan Palace, Tamra IV |
| Affiliation | Archduchy of Tolonda |
| Homeworld | Tamra IV |
| Species | Assorted |
Royal House Overview
Royal House Von Kaldreon is the current ruling family of the Archduchy of Tolonda of which they oversee the control, prosperity, and citizens of the Tolonda Sector. This also includes other territories scattered throughout the galaxy whether an outpost, city, or full territory. House Von Kaldreon was formed under its founding patriarch Uther Von Kaldreon serving as the first and only Archduke to this date.
The house through its control of the Archduchy of Tolonda holds business relationship and alliances with several governments, businesses, and private citizens of the galaxy. The Royal House uses it position to enhance the welfare, prosperity, and overall state of the family and those under its rulership.
One does not have to be a immediate member of the Archduchy of Tolonda to become a member of the Royal House. Any member of the Royal House titled that of a “Duke or Higher” may accept a pledge of loyalty and thus grant Retainer Status and eventually nobility status.
The hierarchy of the House is outlined below as well as the blood related members and those that have pledged their loyalty to the Royal Family and House. Not all members are immediately listed as members of Archduchy of Tolonda.
Oath of Fealty
I, (insert name) swear by Almighty Ziysan that I solemnly, and truly declare and affirm that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Serene Highness Archduke Uther Von Kaldreon, His Heirs and Successors, and that I will, as in duty bound, honestly and faithfully defend His Serene Highness, His Heirs and Successors, in Person, Crown and Dignity against all enemies, and will observe and obey all orders of His Serene Highness, His Heirs and Successors, and of that of the Nobles within House Von Kaldreon. So as long as they do not incite disloyalty to the Archduke of House Von Kaldreon.
Birth of a Noble Family
The family known as Von Kaldreon did not come into existence for many years. The Royal house patriarch originally served in the Galactic Empire for many years. With his service Uther Von Kaldreon was elevated to the rank of Count within the Galactic Empire with the duties to run several companies. Count Uther Von Kaldreon maintained his service for several years under multiple emperors maintaining his allegiance to the reigning emperor.
As the years progressed Uther Von Kaldreon started to lose faith in his emperors after seeing constant corruption within them.
House Nobles, Knights, Squires, Retainers, and Vassals
Archduke Uther Von Kaldreon Von Kaldreon I is the current head of House Von Kaldreon.
Nobility
Archduke/Archduchess
- Archduke Uther Von Kaldreon Von Kaldreon I “His Serene Highness Von Kaldreon”
Prince/Princess
- Prince Arthur Von Kaldreon Von Kaldreon II “His Von Highness”
Duke/Duchess
- “Your Grace”
A Duke/Duchess is an active high ranking member of the Royal House. One who achieves this position is someone who has the trust of the royal family immediate members. With their duty to assist in management of House Von Kaldreon interests. Dukes may be assigned the duty of overseeing various projects or business endeavors of the Royal House. Or they use their positions throughout the galaxy to support the Royal House either economically, politically, or militarily.
Margrave/Margravine
- “Most Honorable/Your Lordship”
A Margrave is an active high ranked member of the Royal House. Those who have served the Royal Family faithfully and earned this position are entrusted with various duties. A Margrave may be assigned various duties such as management of Royal House Interests, members of the Royal house, or other factors decided by a member of the royal family.
Count/Countess
- “Right Honorable/Your Lordship”
A Count is an active mid ranked member of the Royal House. Those who have served the Royal Family faithfully and earned this position are entrusted with various duties. A Count may be assigned various duties such as management of Royal House Interests, members of the Royal house, or other factors decided by a member of the royal family.
- Count Markus Redd “Count Redd”
Baron/Baroness
- “Right Honorable/Your Lordship”
A Baron is an active mid ranked member of the Royal House. Those who have served the Royal Family faithfully and earned this position are entrusted with various duties. A Baron may be assigned various duties such as management of Royal House Interests, members of the Royal house, or other factors decided by a member of the royal family.
- Baron Isak Cole “Lord Cole”
- Baron Karl Hawkmoon “Lord Hawkmoon”
- Baron Ambros DizHo “Lord DizHo”
Knight/Lady
- “Sir/Lady*
A Knight is an active low ranked member of the Royal House. Those who have served the Royal Family faithfully and earned this position are entrusted with various duties. A Knight may be assigned various duties such as learning of Royal House business, learning from higher titled nobles of the Royal house, or other factors decided by a member of the royal family.
- Knight Esul Enif “Sir Enif”
Patrician/Dame
- “Sir/Mam”
- Dame Akilina Alanes “Dame Kalamar” (Married to Dirk Kalamar)
Squire
- Squire Nivek Notnelc “Squire Notnelc”
- Squire Leland Thakkun "Squire Thakkun"
- Squire Cerberus Deckar “Squire Deckar”
- Squire Calex van der Plas “Squire Plas”
Retainer
- "Name Only"
A Retainer is someone who took a step past that of Bannermen and has entered into the house entirely. The road to being a full fledged member of the House Von Kaldreon starts at Retainer allowing one to prove themselves capable, loyal, and deserving to move into the other roles of the House.
- Retainer Zakkorr Wyyrlok
- Retainer Alexandria La’roux
- Retainer Vin Marvit
- Retainer Hast’avika’aurso
- Retainer Finnan Castle
- Retainer David Torlis
Bannermen
A Bannermen may be that of a company, military outfit, government, or other House within the galaxy. Bannermen are in the service to the Royal House of Von Kaldreon and serve it’s interests. Those that are Bannermen will receive protection, aid, and support through various means. But will be expected to provide tribute, support, or other discussed terms to the Royal House Von Kaldreon.
Family Business, Political, and Military Ventures
RHVK Senior Staff
- Chamberlain- The Chamberlain serves as the Chief of Staff for the Royal House of Von Kaldreon . Overseeing the several senior staff officers and their departments. The Chamberlain may he assisted by a Vice Chamberlain who is appointed by a member of the royal family.
- Chancellor - The Chancellor oversees the foreign and domestic house relations. The Chancellor May appoint Heralds to speak on behalf of the RHVK and or other members of the family. Only the Chamberlain and Vice Chamberlain may serve as the secretary to a member of the family line.
- Constable - The Constable oversees the security, military, and protection of the RHVK, businesses, and operations. The Constable commands the Yeomen of the Guard and Yeomen Warders.
- Keeper of the Royal Archive - The Keeper is the sacred role of overseeing, managing, and tracking of RHVK information, training, and intelligence.
RHVK House Specific Roles
- House Specific Roles are specialized roles that members of the house may take on instead of serving a faction. They may dedicate themselves to the house and work for the RHVK house itself. In doing so they may join a specialized role and even assist one of the many family businesses.
- Chamberlains Office- The office of the Chamberlain is tasked with ensuring that the various other offices are operating at best efficiency and performing for the family and it’s future.
- Herald - Those who become Heralds represent the family on behalf of the Chancellor. They may work as a day to day diplomat, a liaison to a business, or other assigned functions.
- Yeomen of the Guard - Those who request and join the Yeomen of the Guard are specifically assigned to protect members of the Royal Family. They may be sent to secure areas prior to arrival or follow them to their destination. Yeomen of the Guard are the elite military arm of the RHVK. They answer to that of the Constable and their assigned Royal member.
- Yeomen Warders - The Yeomen Warders are often called Warders. They are the regulated military of the RHVK and serve to protect the interests of the Royal Family. They answer to the Constable of the House.
- Royal Librarian - The Royal Librarian assist in the management of the Royal Archive and Library. Their duty is to collect, catalog, and maintain information, training information, and intelligence records for the RHVK.
Family Controlled Ventures
The Royal House of Von Kaldreon has ventures they invest their wealth, people, and contacts toward to increase the standing of the family. The Royal House of Von Kaldreon serves as the ruling and founding family of the Archduchy of Tolonda and several businesses within its realm.
- Oshora Pharmacology - OP is a medical business that provides services to the public and its people within the galaxy.
- Royal Engineers of Krmar - REK is the government development company within the Archduchy of Tolonda. REK currently builds, manages, and research’s technology to protect the people of Tolonda and Royal House of Von Kaldreon.
- Tamra Royal Excavations - TRE is the government resource management company. TRE actively manages all resources within the Tolonda Sector on behalf of the Royal House of Von Kaldreon and that of Archduchy of Tolonda.