[Dragaera] Vlad's passivity--getting long

[Alexx Kay]

Jon Lincicum:

> As a practical matter, the thing that holds lords accountable for their
> serfs in a feudal society is the threat of revolt. Most of the serfs we've
> seen so far have been "free" in the cities, so it's hard to say how the
> lords in "the Dutchies" really handle their vassals... Beyond the examples
> of Aerich (who would seem to be exceptionally benevolent) and Loraan (who
> may be exceptional in the other direction).

Actually, having recently reread _Athyra_, Loraan is seen by his vassals
as a relatively benevolent ruler.  At least one neighboring lord is called
out as being much more oppressive in his taxation and general policies, so
Loraan looks kind by comparison.

Alexx

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