STRUCTURE

The Gilnean Concord is a community roleplay project working to create and represent the Gilnean government and other important Gilnean groups and institutions. This page lays out the various groups within our community representing these different institutions. Government groups include the Ministries of Defense, State, Health, and Justice as well as Gilnean Parliament. Religious groups include the Gilnean Diocese of the Church of the Holy Light and the Order of the Harvest Moon. Lastly, for those who enjoy playing evil characters, we have the Red Moon Gang, which plays an antogonistic role in our community. Members are welcome to join any of these groups, or may choose to not join any group and simply live as a Gilnean citizen or visitor in the community.

LEADERSHIP

	FIRST MINISTER OF GILNEAS - Duke Zydrik Anteran (GM) Duke Zydrik Anteran is the First Minister of the Kingdom of Gilneas and oversees the various Ministries of the Gilnean government on behalf of the Gilnean crown. He is also the Duke of Redfield in Northwestern Gilneas, which has its regional capital in the city of Ebonport on Mistbriar Island, a Gilnean Island off the northwestern coast of the mainland.
	DEPUTY FIRST MINISTER - Duke Ashland Whiteraven (Asst. GM) Duke Ashland Whiteraven is the Deputy First Minister of the Kingdom of Gilneas and assists the First Minister in overseeing the various Ministries of the Gilnean government on behalf of the Gilnean crown. He is also the Duke of Caerseren, a duchy which lies on the eastern half of the Gilnean Headlands.
	DIRECTOR OF INTELLIGENCE - Baroness Kelsea Vorota Baroness Kelsea Vorota is the Director of Intelligence and serves as the department supervisor under the Deputy First Minister. The Director of Intelligence oversees the Gilnean Intelligence Service (GIS). The GIS is similar to SI:7 and is where Gilnean intelligence agents and analysts work.
	MINISTER OF THE HOME OFFICE - Earl Rory Mac Tíre Earl Rory Mac Tíre is the Minister of the Home Office. The Home Office provides a variety of services to Gilnean citizens including citizenship and immigration, business licensing, magic licensing, marriage licensing, land and title management, etc.
	ACTING MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS - Baroness Vaebryn Blackwood Baroness Vaebryn Blackwood is the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is where Gilneas' ambassadors and diplomatic staff work to manage relations between Gilneas and other nations throughout Azeroth.
	LORD COMMANDER - Viscount Tyrvarryn Shadowmist Lord Commander Tyrvarryn Shadowmist commands the Gilneas Brigade: 3rd Special Forces Regiment. The regiment handles a broad range of military duties covering everything from executive protection to combat operations behind enemy lines.
Vacant	MINISTER OF HEALTH - Vacant The Minister of Health oversees all of the doctors and healers who work for the kingdom to take care of Gilnean citizens.
	MINISTER OF JUSTICE - Earl Allistair T. Crofton The Minister of Justice oversees all of the judges, prosecutors, defenders, and other legal staff who work to ensure fair and just enforcement of Gilnean Common Law. The Ministry of Justice also licenses private attorneys and provides oversight for law enforcement within the kingdom.
	PATRIARCH OF THE GILNEAN DIOCESE - Cardinal Melchiz Tzedeck Cardinal Melchiz Tzedeck oversees the Gilnean Diocese of the Church of Holy Light. He has founded both the Grey Templars (the Gilnean Silver Hand Chapter) and the Gilnean Patriarchal Seminary at Evenstar Abbey on Mistbriar Island. The Diocese is a source of spiritual support for the Kingdom of Gilneas.
	HIGH ELDER OF THE ORDER - High Elder Pheric Brightwood High Elder Pheric Brightwood oversees the Order of the Harvest Moon, a circle of druids, harvest witches, and worshippers of Elune and the Wild Gods dedicated to preserving the secrets of the Old Ways in the Gilnean diaspora and devoted to the teachings of Nature and Balance.
	DIRECTOR OF THE CANIS COMPANY - Director Riven LaRange A mysterious and wealthy businessman, Riven has been investing large sums of money into the town of Ebonport. Purchasing the local favorite, the Sleeping Fox Inn, as well as several unoccupied buildings, the wealthy worgen has certainly put his stamp on the small town. However, it seems all is not so altruistic, as rumors swirl about Riven, and the Canis Co's involvement in shady dealings, and clandestine operations.
	GOVERNOR OF MISTBRIAR - Duchess Deirdre Anteran Duchess Deirdre Anteran is the Duchess of Redfield and Countess of Mistbriar Isle.  She governs Ebonport, the resettled Gilnean island city where much of our RP takes place.

CITIZENS & IMMIGRANTS

The people of Gilneas are a diverse and lively group of people who come from all walks of life, from humble farmers to lofty nobility.  Not only are Gilnean citizens (worgen and non-worgen) welcome, but so too are new immigrants of all races, who can become citizens of Gilneas themselves if they so choose.  The process of rebuilding Gilneas will take generations, and anyone who wishes to make their home in Gilneas and give their loyalty to our royal family is welcome to join us.

All citizens, including new immigrants, are eligible to receive government services and representation as well as military protection.

OOC Note: A large portion of our community is just regular people just going about their day-to-day lives.  Participation with our various groups is entirely optional.  You can simply be part of our community while focusing on your own personal roleplaying pursuits.  It's a great way to find people roleplay with, too!

GILNEAN ROYAL COURT

The Gilnean Royal Court is the senior executive body of the Gilnean government (similar to the Cabinet in the US Government). The court is comprised of the key advisors who assist the king and ministers who carry out his executive authority. The various ministries of the Kingdom of Gilneas are an extension of this body and of the king's sovereign authority.

MINISTRY OF DEFENSE

Those interested in traditional uniformed military and law enforcement service can join the Gilneas Brigade or the Gilnean Royal Navy (available soon).  Those working in the Ministry of Defence provide a visible military and guard presence and are assigned roles normally fulfilled by standard soldiers.  The Minister of Defense holds the highest military rank of Marshal.

GILNEAS BRIGADE
Soldiers of the Gilneas Brigade are expected to maintain an Alliance military uniform while on duty and are expected to train and drill regularly.  They may be assigned to patrols, guard duty, personal security details, law enforcement, or overt military operations in friendly or enemy territory.  Soldiers are expected to maintain high standards of discipline and behavior and are expected to be excellent representatives of our kingdom.

Uniform
Gilnean soldiers are expected to maintain a uniform while on duty.  The standard uniform is the Stormwind Guard outfit (obtainable via Iron Horde Scraps in WoD content) with a Gilneas tabard.  This is the same uniform worn by the Gilneas Brigade soldiers in Stormheim (Legion) and the Gilnean Royal Guards in the Battle of Darkshore (BFA).

MINISTRY OF INTELLIGENCE

Like members of the Military, agents of the Gilnean Intelligence Service (GIS) are all sworn to the service of Gilneas, though that is generally where the similarities end.  GIS agents are not traditional soldiers, having much more in common with SI:7 than a typical military regiment.  GIS agents don't perform normal military duties or wear uniforms, and they often work in a covert capacity, either in friendly territory or behind enemy lines, using charm, disguises, stealth, and other suitable means to attain their mission objectives.  Like soldiers, agents are not required to be Gilnean citizens, so long as they swear an oath to serve Gilneas.  Citizenship is awarded after 3 months of honorable service.

MINISTRY OF THE HOME OFFICE

The Home Office is the agency charged with the administration and organization of Gilnean citizenry.  They are often a Gilnean's first place of contact with their government.  The Home Office manages citizenship and residency documents, asylum requests, birth, marriage, divorce, and death certificates, business and trade licenses, and various other licenses.  Additionally the Home Office oversees and documents the official titles and holdings of Gilneas' various noble families, and helps to resolve legal disputes and claims between those families.

MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

Employing a wide variety of ambassadors, diplomats, and other support staff, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is responsible for representing and advancing the interests of the Kingdom of Gilneas throughout Azeroth and even beyond.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH

Formed after the burning of Teldrassil when a massive influx of Gilnean refugees came into Stormwind, many of whom required extensive medical care they couldn't afford, the Ministry of Health is meant to provide healthcare services to the citizens of Gilneas.  Employing doctors, healers, nurses, alchemists, and various other staff, the Ministry of Health provides free medical care to all Gilneans, and often provides aid to other Alliance citizens as well.  They have particular expertise in treatment and management of the Worgen affliction.

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

The Ministry of Justice is for judges and other staff responsible for the enforcement and interpretation of Gilnean Common Law.  Everyone living in Gilnean territory is subject to Gilnean law, which will be enforced by government and military personnel.  Those who are caught engaging in criminal activity may be subject to fines, imprisonment, and other punishments.

PARLIAMENT

The Kingdom of Gilneas is a constitutional monarchy with an elected parliament made up of two houses: the House of Nobles and the House of Commons.  The Gilnean Parliament votes on laws and taxes and represents the noble families and common citizens of the Kingdom of Gilneas.

HOUSE OF NOBLES
The House of Nobles is the first half of the Gilnean Parliament and represents the noble families of Gilneas.  From among the various noble families of the Kingdom, representatives are elected to represent their interests in the Gilnean Parliament.

HOUSE OF COMMONS
The House of Commons is the second half of the Gilnean Parliament and represents the common citizens of Gilneas.  From among the common people, representatives are elected to represent their interests in the Gilnean Parliament.

CHURCH OF THE HOLY LIGHT: GILNEAN DIOCESE

The Gilnean Diocese of the Church of the Holy Light is headed by a Cardinal of the church.  When Gilneas is retaken, the Diocesan Seat will return to Light’s Dawn Cathedral in Gilneas City, though it is currently administered out of Evenstar Abbey on Mistbriar Island, Gilneas.

PRIESTS:
All priests are ordained and can perform all of the standard rites and ceremonies.  However, priests can additional specialize in a variety of fields, including:

• Scholars (Focused on study)
• Healers (Focused on Light-based healing)
• Preachers (Focused on preaching and teaching)
• Inquisitors (Focused on countering dark magic threats)
• Battle Clerics (Focused on supporting soldiers and paladins in battle)

KNIGHTS:
Knights, generally working to support the Priesthood, can specialize in a variety of areas, including:

• Paladins (Focused on service and combat, traveling to help those in need)
• Templars (Focused on protecting churches, relics, and holy sites)
• Lightwardens (Focused on assisting Inquisitors to counter dark magic threats)

ORDER OF THE HARVEST MOON

The Order of the Harvest Moon serves to see the Old Ways endure--cultivating a home for Druids, Harvest Witches, Worshippers of Elune and the Wild Gods, and all those who still practice the Old Ways. "The Old Ways" typically refers to the ancient Druidic religion which most of humanity followed prior to the coming of the Light. In most human Kingdoms, the Old Ways became forgotten or marginalized in the wake of the Church of Light's growth - however, it endured in many closed circles of Harvest Witches who kept the teachings alive, especially in Gilneas. After the construction of the Greymane Wall, Gilneas suffered from famine due to their isolation. It was during this time that the Harvest Witches of Gilneas stepped out of the shadows to save their kingdom. With their mastery of nature, the Harvest Witches were able to bless the fields of Gilneas - and it was only through this renaissance of the Old Ways that Gilneas survived those early years behind the wall. Though distinct in cultural expression from other Druidic practices, the Old Ways of humanity share many common beliefs with the Kaldorei religions. Many deities such as Elune and the Wild Gods are followed by both - though often under different names. With the first and second waves of Gilnean diaspora, our people's close contact with the Kaldorei reinfoced this fact - and our two cultures have learned much about our shared religious views and magics. For this reason, the Order of the Harvest Moon also welcomes those who practice a more culturally Kaldorei expression of the Old Ways, as well as the traditional human practices.

Ranks

• The High Elder (The leader of the Order)
• The Council of Elders (The senior members of the Order)
• The Circle (Full druids/priests/harvest witches)
• The Pledged (Trainee druids/priests/harvest witches)
• Children of the Harvest Moon (Followers of the Old Ways)

THE CANIS COMPANY

The Canis Company (Canis Co.) is a group of Gilnean business ventures, founded and managed by Riven LaRange. Seeking to invest in the growth and prosperity of his homeland, and perhaps his own coffers as well, Lord LaRange has invested his personal wealth into three main ventures, The Sleeping Fox Inn, Rufus Relics, and The Redclaws. The Director of the Canis Company, Riven LaRange, has a mysterious past. There are rumors that he was involved in a small, upstart street gang, known as the Red Moon Gang, but there appears to be no evidence to that effect, and no trace of the gang appears to remain. Even the Gilnean Intelligence Service seems to know little about the man, with several files regarding his record having gone missing. To all appearances, Lord LaRange appears to be just another ambitious noble, investing his money into various Gilnean business ventures, much to the benefit of the locals around Ebonport, a growing number of whom appear to be getting their paychecks from him.