Klingon Houses

The Klingon Houses are families present within Klingon society.

Background
Houses both large and small divide the Empire's territory between themselves. They rule directly over their lands - ranging from small planetary regions to entire planets, or in the case of the most powerful, several planets - with absolute authority. Little more than a federation of petty fiefdoms bound together for mutual benefit, the empire resembles one of Earth's ancient feudal societies more than an intergalactic power.

Most Houses maintain their own military forces, training facilities, arsenals, and even shipyards. The most successful House - winning battles and controlling vast tacts of lands - the more warriors want to join. The House is the most important thing to a warrior, for it defines his allegiance. A warrior's allegiance to his House is oftentimes stronger than his dedication to the empire. Every honorable warrior serves his House with undying devotion. 

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