Emir Selim al-Najib is the former ruler of Igani, coming from a long line of succession. He abdicated peacefully in favour of Keryan. He resides in the palace in Taserin, from where he originally ruled of the sultanate. When needed he rides out with the legions to squash bandits or, on a rare occasion, uprisings.

The emir is known for his regal bearing and wisdom in leadership. He has won the hearts of the people by being a just ruler and judge, and bringing order to the far reaches of the former sultanate.

Reforms

At the start of his reign as sultan Selim has implemented two major socio-political reforms.

First, he increased the importance of the Knights of Igani, granting each and every knight in service to the sultanate a noble title and either lands or an important position. This effectively abolished the local chieftains as military leaders and shifted the loyalties of the knights to the sultan himself, and away from their noble families.

Second, he issued edicts pertaining to marriage and concubinage, the laws laid out in these edicts are colloquialy known as the 'harem laws'.

(Semi-)Private Life

The private life of the emir is shielded from the politics and rumors of his official life. When not acting in his official capacity as ruler of Taserin he is a friendly and courteous man. The sultan is a proficient chess player, playing both the traditional 64-squares southern version as well as the eastern variant Shogi (meaning Elepant Chess).

He is gallant and helpful towards all women he meets regardless of their social station; he treats a lowly servant girl with the same chivalry as he would the wife of a prominent nobleman. This has given him a reputation of being a ladies' man, a reputation which is fueled by the fact that some nobleman actively try to prevent their wives from spending to much time in the company of the emire. Selim however is perfectly satisfied with his wives and concubines; he never had relations with women that were not part of his extensive harem.