The Speaker for the Roots is an elected position in the Brightmarch city of Xelas, elected on a five-year basis by the city's adult population. The Speaker for the Roots is given the task of protecting the city and aiding Anlabban in whatever way is required. The Speaker for the Roots organizes, trains, and directs the Rootguard, Xelas' military. Together, the Speaker and the Rootguard help Anlabban ensure the grove in the middle of the city remains as well watched and protected as possible.
As of Y9976*, the current Speaker for the Roots is Kubileya.