High Admiral of Gilneas

The High Admiral of Gilneas is a defunct position that existed only within the Kingdom of Gilneas. The High Admiral acted as the leader of the Gilnean Navy and was typically also the Admiral of the Duskmist Fleet, also known as the King's Boys.

The position was last held by Sir Bashel Walden until his death several years before the Invasion of Gilneas due to illness. The title acted merely as a formality until Sir Walden's death, as the navy was dismantled following the Second War by King Genn Greymane with the closing of the Gilnean borders and the erection of the Greymane Wall. Following the High Admiral's death, the king retired the position.

It is unknown if the position will be restored, given the re-opened borders of Gilneas, when the kingdom is restored. As it stands, the rank is defunct. Despite this, Duke Berenal Grayblade has put forward suggestion that Admiral Ambrose Hays be promoted, if the title was made active again, due to his extensive service and recent successes that have brought two major island colonies into the fold of Gilneas. Given that Admiral Hays currently commands the largest and most well developed fleet in the navy at the time, the accreditation of two successful island subjugations, and the continued expansion of the Ashen Armada, it is a high likelihood that, if the title was made active again, it would be bestowed to him.

Known High Admirals of Gilneas

 * High Admiral Boris Keel (1112 F.A. - 1116 F.A.)
 * High Admiral Sir Bashel Walden (Unknown - c. 1136 F.A.)