Each Aldryami forest is governed by a council of elders. * Its members are: * The Great Tree who speaks for the vegetable matter * The High King Elf who speaks for the Elves * The Elder Sister who speaks for the Dryads and other forest spirits * The Gardener who speaks for his circle * The heads of associated sects who have no vote * The Chosen One, whose seat is normally empty but filled according to prophecy.