Major Vassal Houses
House De Vorm
Role: Administration and Archiving
Service Length: Almost 1000 years
Description: Loyal archivists and bureaucrats, House De Vorm ensures the administrative machinery of the Von Ulm Dynasty runs smoothly. They specialize in record-keeping, maintaining logs of explorations, managing and forming contracts, and overseeing legal documents related to trade ventures and property of the dynasty. De Vorm values tradition and historical accuracy, often seen as stewards of the dynasty’s long history.
House Medare
Role: Trade and Diplomacy
Service Length: Centuries
Description: Skilled negotiators and trade brokers, House Medare handles day to day relations with other Imperial factions, planetary governors, and trade partners. Their expertise in diplomacy and suggested trade agreements ensures that Von Ulm profits remain strong. They excel in navigating the intricacies of Imperial politics, often brokering deals that expand the dynasty’s influence.
House Artellus
Role: Shipbuilding and Voidcraft Maintenance
Service Length: Over 500 years
Description: House Artellus is responsible for the upkeep, repair, and improvement of the Von Ulm fleet. Known for their unparalleled technical expertise, they build and maintain the dynasty’s star vessels, often integrating most trustworthy technologies. They pride themselves on refitting highly reliable and formidable ships, which serve as the dynasty’s most valuable assets.
House Tremayne
Role: Resource Acquisition and Mining Operations
Service Length: 600 years
Description: The Tremayne family specializes in resource extraction and managing mining operations on distant worlds. They oversee the acquisition of raw materials, from ores to valuable minerals, which are essential to the dynasty’s economic stability. House Tremayne operates outposts and stations on mining worlds and asteroid belts, ensuring a steady flow of resources for the Von Ulms’ growing empire.
House Caderan
Role: Void Patrol and Mercenaries
Service Length: Shortest-serving vassal
Description: The Caderan family is focused on military and defensive roles within the dynasty. They lead void patrols, ensuring the security of Von Ulm trade routes, and provide mercenary forces for offensive operations. Known for their ambition and military prowess, the Caderans seek to solidify their place within the dynasty by excelling in combat and tactical defense.
House af Thurnskarn
Role: Soldiers and resources
Service Length: 20 years
Description:
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