Heritor

Heritor is a formal title for the person in charge of a dowment, functioning as the house’s de facto owner and steward. At Avrachon's Dowment the Heritor is Suur Asquin, who serves as host for its themed messal.

First appearance and context

During a themed dinner at Avrachon's Dowment, Suur Asquin is identified as the current Heritor—described as the owner in all but name. As host, she is accorded etiquette precedence and even assists with preparations alongside her servitor.

Role and responsibilities

• Stewardship of the dowment-house, with authority that amounts to practical ownership
• Hosting duties for gatherings held in the house, including organizing and moderating themed messals
• Social and procedural precedence within the house’s events, being called upon early in formal discussions

Current status

At Avrachon's Dowment, the Heritor is Suur Asquin, acting as steward and host of its ongoing themed messal.