The Lord Marshal is a position within the Great Houses of the Commonwealth, which is responsible for overseeing the standing armed forces of the house. They are the chief strategist and tactician, effectively a general, of the military forces of the Great House. The Lord Marshal is also responsible for organizing the training and equipment of soldiers, as well as the maintenance and management of the military infrastructure. The Lord Marshal is often a powerful noble in their own right and commands respect from their peers. They work closely with the ruling Lord of the Great House and are an essential member of the Security Council of The Commonwealth. The position of Lord Marshal is highly respected and holds great power and influence within Great Houses and The Commonwealth.