King's Men (Kingdom of Guntreland)

The King’s Men are, after the nobility, the most privileged estate in the Kingdom of Guntreland. Unlike the nobility they are not considered not to be bound by any aristocratic codes of honor, except sheer loyalty to the King (which they often view as a personal matter), leading to them frequently speculating on the stock market and performing various financial machinations, as well as violent behaviour for which they are notorious.

The rank of ‘a King’s man’ may formally be attained solely through the will of the King of Guntreland. In practice, however, the Kings had often sold many letters patent to the nobility, giving them authority to bestow the rang of their own choice, rewarding and securing the activities of persons in their service. It is inherited agnatically.

The King’s men enjoy various privileges. Although, unlike the nobility, they are not exempt from paying taxes, in practice they often avoid.