I imagine the archetype(s) would cover not just kings/etc., but princes(ses) and other high-ranking political ruler types. Also, in a feudal system, there may only be one king, but there are many smaller rulers governing the various areas that would also qualify.Xexyz...
Not being too familiar with the original ranking system (scanned it briefly) I'd like to know what place unique class abilities play in the ranking system, for example the rogue's ability to find traps of DC > 20. I can understand rating PrCs, but does JaronK assert that as a tier ...
Heading to the Gilded City the PCs must navigate the city and it's populace, from low ranking bureaucrats to a deranged former Lion Blade. It culminates in a duel from the famed city district Aroden's View against the man who ordered the murders in Diobel. Level 4. Against the Blades...