Gorliz was a Moff within the Imperial hierarchy. He was the presiding officer during the trial involving Reson Nath and Adar, who held the rank of Imperial Prefect.
During the legal proceedings, or tribunal, between Reson Nath and Adar, the Imperial Prefect, Moff Gorliz functioned as the Emperor's designated agent. After Janq Paramexor mandated a trial by combat governed by the regulations of House Paramexor, Adar initially sought to recuse himself from participation. Subsequently, Gorliz commanded Adar's involvement, because Gorliz had made a bet with Janq Paramexor, who was in charge of the trial, concerning its result.