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The factions aren't necessarily going to be giving marching-orders; they're mostly there for the purpose of providing plot hooks, or for interesting character moments where your character's goals align or conflict with those of their faction.

As for NPCs, you're free to create other members of your particular faction, though I may jump in to drive if the leader of a faction (such as Captain Wrathbourne or one of the colony Governors) figures directly into the story. I'll also play the part of any quest-givers. Other than that, you're free to populate the region with any sort of characters you like and portray them in whatever way you want.
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Let me know what you need for further setup for Piero to pick up the quest from the DiVacce's, or if we can handwave him getting to the estate and having a sit down with Maria to get the terms.

Also, if I remember my Medieval/Renaissance titles correctly, Elanora is an established lady. Is she a Medician aristocrat (Which I imagine Piero would know) or is she a minor Castillian noble of some sort?