"They exist in a fashion, but I don't know of many that hold any substantial political power these days. They hold some, obviously, but are more like figureheads or mascots of a nation more than actual heads of countries. Most decisions are made by a governing body of a group of people that are elected in some manner or another. The exact process differs from nation to nation in the world I'm from."

Still, it's a comfort to see another world where magic is common that isn't thrust decidedly into the medieval ages as well. And with manners, too!

"It's an honor to meet a retainer of such royalty, though. I imagine that is a rather exclusive responsibility that you bear."