On the forum and both in Wiki it is stated that killed Baron will not be replaced.
Also, replies on the matter date back to December 2012 if I paid attention.
On the other hand, in quite a few parts of the said succession game (
http://aaron.acephalo.us/nist-akath/html/elizar/update373.html for example) Baron was "killed" and "re-appointed". Is that some kind of twist to make the game look cooler, and Baron was merely renamed, or it is possible somehow to re-appoint baron or get a new one? And is it the same with all other nobles?
It is not likely for my nobility to live long if they ARE replaceable...
Second question, are friendly goblins/giants possible if they initially attacked fortress? I realize it is unlikely event, but still.
Lastly, how dwarf generally get a hold of personal possessions? I understand they become attached to stuff, own stuff placed in the rooms, but other then that? Toys, musical instruments, mugs, clothing? Do they get a hold of them at random or when they need then or? Clothing is likely of particular importance, with unhappy thoughts and dignity issues. Should any of that be given to them somehow?