[2] The legendary strongman of Singapura, Badang, was among the notable Hulubalang of the kingdom, promoted to the rank during the reign of Sri Rana Wikrama.
Among the most notable Seri Bija Diraja of Malacca was Tun Hamzah who lived during the reign of Mansur Shah.
He was commonly known for his role along with Tun Perak, in leading the Malaccan army to victory against the Siamese invaders and in the conquest of Pahang.
[4] As Malacca experiencing rapid expansion of its influence as a maritime empire[citation needed] in mid-15th century, it requires a similar office to control its naval forces separately, thus the rank of Laksamana (grand admiral) was created, first held by Hang Tuah.
[5] In Aceh Sultanate, Iskandar Muda (1583–1636) established a new nobility of warlords called uleëbalang, whom he gave districts (mukim) in feudal tenure.