Dread Pirate Stanley was the de facto ruler of Regna during the events of Might and Magic VIII: Day of the Destroyer. Although holding no formal title, unlike most of his predecessors (e.g. Hareck I, Lord of Regna and Emperor of the Endless Ocean), Stanley had full command of the Regnan fleet as well as trust and favor of most Pirates (this is evidenced by most Regnan NPCs giving a favorable opinion of him).