Emperor
The current sovereign ruler of the Empire faction is Hengist Duval.
Hengist came to power in 3233 after the death of is father, the former Emperor, Hesketh Duval.
Emperor Duval was assassinated on August 5, 3301, with no heir apparent.
Emperor Duval retains the throne until a successor is enthroned. Arissa Lavigny-Duval has been selected as successor by a majority Senate vote[1], with coronation (and thus transfer of title) to happen on the 18th of October, 3301[2].