Jarl

The Jarl is the official in charge of the local Hold in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, which essentially means that they are in charge of the local militia. A Jarl controls each of the cities and a portion of the lands surrounding it. Jarls are a historical title in Norse culture and comparable to Earls.

Original Jarls In Skyrim
Note: These are the Original Jarls that start at the Beginning of the Game.
 * Jarl Balgruuf the Greater - Jarl of Whiterun.
 * Jarl Elisif the Fair - Jarl of Solitude.
 * Jarl Igmund - Jarl of Markarth.
 * Jarl Laila Law-Giver - Jarl of Riften.
 * Jarl Siddgeir - Jarl of Falkreath.
 * Jarl Ulfirc Stormcloak - Jarl of Windhelm.
 * Jarl Skald - Jarl of Dawnstar.

Possible Jarls
Note: These are the Jarls that will take over as Jarl when a City is taken over.
 * Jarl Vignar Grey-Mane
 * Jarl Maven Black-Briar
 * Jarl Brunwolf Free-Winter