Reza Hydar

Reza Hydar is the third Sultan of Hydar and the current head of state and government of Hydar. He is one of Kesh's only remaining absolute monarchs. Reza Hydar is also the head of the Hydar Clan and the Great Unifier of the various parties that make up the Sons of the Sultan. His policies have involved "readjustment" of Hydar's opening up with the outside world, greater authoritarianism, economic reforms, and an anti-corruption campaign. Among overseas Hydaris he is controversial for arresting many liberal intellectuals and ending many free market reforms, however he is extremely popular within Hydar. His foreign policy has been greater integration with Sanqing and continuing Hydar's policy of working with all nations regardless of ideology or diplomatic bloc.

He is seen as an extremely well-read leader, with deep knowledge in Islamic philosophy, political science, and the physical sciences. He is also known as a lover and writer of poetry, a distinct contrast between his father and grandfather. He is seen as an excellent diplomat, extremely calm and able to utilize his vast web of knowledge. The Sultan has been described as very calm and composed, rarely raising his voice and creating a unique aura around himself. He is described as a very pleasant man to converse with, having a unique ability to engage with opinions different from his own. He is believed to be well-liked by his advisors and much of the Hydari government, however lower level officials are disgruntled with his anti-corruption campigns.