Dimensionfold Wiki

The Seven Counties share a governance system based on the writings of Makos of Tepot and outlined in the Federated Counties Concord

The primary role of the governance structure is clearly outlined as that of decision making and problem solving. The council of Alders and the Jarl hear cases and make decisions, relying heavily on the secretariat for related case law and precedence. The secretary then records all desisions and recommendations, passing these to the executive who ensures that they are carried out, often with military assistance.

The Jarl is technically a non-voting member of the council. He is primarily to oversee the process. However, in the case of split votes, his is the deciding vote.

Alders are appointed by each clan for any number of one-year terms. The clan determines how they split their time between county and clan business.

The Jarl is appointed by the Alders, from among the pool of Alders, former Alders, and clan Chieftains, for a lifetime term. Upon accepting the position, all previous titles, positions, lands, and assets are denounced (with exception of a few personal items), the incumbent's former clan is dissolved. Immediate family of the new Jarl move residence into the county castle. Other clan members are hired into other clans, or may be appointed into county offices.

The Jarl may at any time, appoint and dismiss officers of the county. There is no fixed term, and highly skilled officers often keep the position for their lifetime. After service of at least ten years, an officer may retire into an advisory role with a modest pension. Active officers typically reside in the castle, though they may elect to take lodgings in a neighboring residential district instead. They are not permitted to otherwise engage in business.

Each county typical employs most of the following officer positions, though some use differing naming standards.

• County Secretary
• several layers of assistant secretaries
• Executive officer, or “Hand of the County”
• several layers of executive assistants
• military chief (under various names)
• Economic officer, “Treasurer” or “Purse”
• Abbott

Once per year, the councils of all counties convene together to discuss matters of inter-county interest. This is usually carried out in conjunction with an inter-county summer fair, with thousands of visitors camped in an open field with pavilions, events, tournaments, and spectacles.