The Empire is the largest and most powerful of all the nations of the Old World. The Empire is bordered by the nation of Kislev to the north east, the Sea of Claws to the north west, the Worlds Edge Mountains to the east, the land of Bretonnia to the west, and the Border Princes to the south. The Empire is ruled by an Emperor who is chosen by the electors. Karl Franz, Elector Count of Reikland, is the current Emperor.