Fief Ownership

Fiefs have three states of ownership:

1. Active: Owned by an active player. You can try to attack and seize a fief like this.

2. Inactive: Not owned by an active player. It is possible to take inactive fiefs, but be aware that by doing so, you may cause a position to become inactive permanently. You should check with your King on his policy regarding inactive fiefs and the acquisition thereof.

3. Disputed: These are fiefs owned by characters who are inactive and have had their family line die out. When this happens anyone who can conquer it can own it. Sometimes, several of these disputed fiefs are put into "play" at once and then there will be an announcement Herald to that effect. As with Inactive fiefs, it is always wise to check with your King about his policies before taking a disputed fief.