Could within those competing factions for the throne, there also be established each an Office of the Archmage, Office of Master at Arms, an office for the head assassin to the faction rules, head thief, (albeit the last positions would be clandestine in nature), etc etc. Seems it would give more class specific targets to aim for as well as open up more unique 'positions of authority and power' to players.
Just a thought, I welcome any comments.
Thanks, long time fan here!
Moctraesis