The Paternova of the Navis Nobilite permanently resides in the Palace of the Navigators which dominates the centre of the Navigator's Quarter. From the moment he or she is installed, the Paternova never leaves this palace. The staff, soldiery and other retainers of the Palace of the Navigators are all drawn from the Paternova's own Navigator House, and are all replaced with each new Paternova who assumes the office. From this throne on ancient Terra, the Paternova guides the destiny of the Houses, ensuring their place of power within the galaxy. The chief amongst a Paternova's servants is the Paternoval Envoy, who often serves as one of the High Lords of Terra, representing the interests of the Navis Nobilite on the Senatorum Imperialis.