The Conclave

The ruling body of the Knights of the Iron Keep. The Conclave consists of twelve senior marines, mostly former Lance-Captain, but there are plenty of examples of other senior marines with the trust of their battle-brothers who have taken on roles in the Conclave. When serving in the Conclave, a marine is removed from his previous place in his Lance to instead stand outside the chapter regular structure. The majority of the Conclave´s members rarely leaves the the Iron Keep, even less the Utov System. The only member that is routinely out of the Keep is the Master of the Holds, who retains quarters in the Nighthold, in order to be close to the High Court and the Princeps. The Master of the War can also be to be expected to leave the keep, but only when three or more Lances are deployed to the same theater. This is to reduce infighting or posturing between Lance-Captains.

Members

 * Master of the Keep - the Master with utmost seniority in the Conclave. He is the Master responsible for the Iron Keep.
 * Master of the War - the Master who is second only to the Master of the Keep in regards of seniority, and who acts as overall commander in case of major deployment of the Knights forces.
 * Master of the Holds - he acts as liaison between Nightfall and the wider Utov System, and is responsible for making sure all potential Neophytes make it to the Keep to be placed in the care of the Master of the Unclaimed.
 * Master of the Unclaimed - has two major areas of responsibility, fostering all aspiring marines placed in his care into worthy warriors of the Emperor and being in charge of those who haven´t yet been claimed to a Lance, the epinymous Unclaimed, until they take their place.
 * Master of Tales - he is responsible for maintaining the Tome of Heroes, and putting the stories and deeds of the Knights down to be available for guidance of the coming generations. The Master of Tales main domain is the Athenum, where the work of previous Masters of Tales are found. A wise voice in the Conclave, who is always listened to when he choses to speak.
 * Master of Swords - an ancient warrior well-versed in the Way of the Sword, and the Master responsible for keeping his brothers true to their faith.
 * Master of Spirit - the Knight´s Chief Librarian.
 * Master of Blood - the Knight´s most senior Apothecary.
 * Master of the Forge - the senior Tech-Marine.
 * Master of the Fleet - a expert void-warrior who has shown remarkable aptitude for life and warfare in space, and is responsible for the Knights naval resources.
 * Master of the Brotherhood - a senior marine maintaining a census over the chapter´s total fighting strength, working closely with the Master of Tales. He can often be found in close conference with the Astropathic Choir to maintain his lists.
 * Master of the Arsenal - the senior marine in charge of the Armory, and the Scrolls of Deeds connected to the items within.