The Seneschal is a veteran warrior, and is Immune to Panic. In addition his presence and leadership so reassures his troops that any unit he leads becomes Immune to Panic too. Note that the Seneschal is free to join any unit in the same way as other characters; his is a more public role than that of the Grand Master.
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