Open Lord is a significant title and position within the city of Waterdeep.
The Open Lord is the public face and the highest-ranking official of Waterdeep’s ruling council, who are collectively known as the Lords of Waterdeep, and the rest of whom operate in secrecy.
The Open Lord is the only member of this ruling body whose identity is publicly known. This individual serves as a spokesperson and leader for the government, dealing with diplomatic, civic, and political matters.