Governor Deval

Governor Deval is the governor of Somerlund County. He resides in the Governor's Mansion in the city of Somerlund.

Politics
Governor Deval is the political leader of Somerlund County. His proponents credit him with securing the county through a deal with the Keylock Guardians. Opponents say that this deal gives too much power to the Keylock Company which now has authority to act with immunity from the County.

Regardless, the relative safety from bandits now enjoyed by the county has swayed much favor to Governor Deval.

New Taxes
Recently, Governor Deval has enacted a higher tax rate on people seeking to do business within the county. All permanent-structure businesses such as stores, inns, and taverns must pay a 6% rate on a weekly basis. All transient or semi-permanent traders must pay a 1% tax on a daily basis. He has employed taxmen to collect the taxes due each day.