Myconid sovereigns were the eldest and most authoritative members of Fungusfolk communities, typically assuming the role after living through all earlier life stages and demonstrating exceptional skill and judgment. Unlike Myconid Adults, sovereigns did not belong to a circle and could no longer participate in melding with their peers. Their duties were extensive, including overseeing the work and organization of circles, creating spore servants to maintain the colony’s pacifism, coordinating defense and resource management, and producing specialized fungal brews for healing, hallucinatory effects, or other purposes.
Sovereigns also maintained communication with other myconid tribes, sharing knowledge of spores and colony management across the Underdark and other networks. While they rarely engaged directly in combat, their presence and authority ensured the smooth functioning and protection of their people.