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| + | The Free Kingdom of Cathay is one of the larger realms in the Far East and frequently at the center of political and military conflicts. Cathay encourages but does not require Roleplaying. | ||
| + | Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy that prizes participation and dedication over seniority. There are many opportunities for advancement for young nobles. Cathay upholds the ideals of chivalry and noblesse oblige. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | + | ''Main article: [[Cathay/History|Cathayan Historical Archive]]'' | |
| − | + | Cathay was born out of a major conflict involving the [[Antoza_Commonwealth|Antozan Commonwealth]] and [[Lasanar]], along with over a half-dozen other realms in the [[Far_East|Far East Island]]. It then merged into the realm of [[Toupellon]], but re-formed as the Free Kingdom of Cathay after Toupellon's collapse. | |
| − | == | + | ==Political Structure and Traditions== |
| − | + | ''Main article: [[/Political Structure of Cathay/]]'' | |
| − | Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy | + | Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy. The ruler is believed to be the Child of Heaven (Tianzi) and his or her divine right to rule comes from the Mandate of Heaven. Such right is subject to no earthly authority, but may be withdrawn from a despotic ruler. The current ruler is [[/Government officers in Cathay#King/Queen|Bofeng Liew]]. |
| − | + | Cathay selects its regional Lords by appointment by the Ruler or Duke. | |
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| − | + | [[/Political Structure of Cathay#Royal Privy Council|Royal Privy Council]] serves as a private advisory body, which is solely selected by the throne. | |
| − | + | ===Government=== | |
| + | ''Main article: [[/Government officers in Cathay/]]'' | ||
| − | + | * [[/Government officers in Cathay#King/Queen|King/Queen]] (ruler) is believed to be the Child of Heaven (Tianzi) and his or her divine right to rule comes from the Mandate of Heaven. Ruler is elected only once by all nobles. | |
| + | * [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Marshal|High Marshal]] (general) is the chief commander of all armies, and appoints all Marshals and other military advisors. High Marshal is elected quarterly by all nobles. | ||
| + | * [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Chancellor|High Chancellor]] (judge) is the law protector who defines and enforces all laws of Cathay. High Chancellor is appointed by the ruler. | ||
| + | * [[/Government officers in Cathay#Royal Treasurer|Royal Treasurer]] (banker) is the head of Treasure Committee, which controls the collecting and disbursement of Cathay's treasury, and administers tax collection, food production, and trading throughout Cathay. Royal Treasurer is elected quarterly by all lords. | ||
| − | + | ===Traditions and Councilorship=== | |
| − | + | * No one should possess more than one military ranks. | |
| − | + | * Candidates for all positions should have actively served Cathay or her allies with proven loyalty. | |
| − | + | * Candidates for councilorship should write an application to the council and obtain recommendations. | |
| − | + | * Appointment for councilorship is based on contribution, participation, and seniority, and is not guaranteed. | |
| − | + | * Inactive Advisors will automatically retire after 30 days. | |
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* [[Cathay/RP/Rise_of_the_Platinum_Dragon|The Rise of the Platinum Dragon]] is witnessed as a city gathers in support of a realm. | * [[Cathay/RP/Rise_of_the_Platinum_Dragon|The Rise of the Platinum Dragon]] is witnessed as a city gathers in support of a realm. | ||
* [[Cathay/RP/Steward|The Steward of Anacan]] had seen many hardships in his life, and had always managed to make the best of them. | * [[Cathay/RP/Steward|The Steward of Anacan]] had seen many hardships in his life, and had always managed to make the best of them. | ||
| + | * [[The Cathay Chronicle| The Cathay Chronicles]] Cathay's recently established newspaper. The first issue can be found here! | ||
| + | * [[Cathay/History|Cathayan Historical Archive]] The Cathayan historical archive, holding the history of Cathay as it is made. | ||
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[[Category: Cathay]] | [[Category: Cathay]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:04, 18 September 2018
Battle in Anacan
The Free Kingdom of Cathay is one of the larger realms in the Far East and frequently at the center of political and military conflicts. Cathay encourages but does not require Roleplaying.
Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy that prizes participation and dedication over seniority. There are many opportunities for advancement for young nobles. Cathay upholds the ideals of chivalry and noblesse oblige.
Contents
History
Main article: Cathayan Historical Archive
Cathay was born out of a major conflict involving the Antozan Commonwealth and Lasanar, along with over a half-dozen other realms in the Far East Island. It then merged into the realm of Toupellon, but re-formed as the Free Kingdom of Cathay after Toupellon's collapse.
Political Structure and Traditions
Main article: Political Structure of Cathay
Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy. The ruler is believed to be the Child of Heaven (Tianzi) and his or her divine right to rule comes from the Mandate of Heaven. Such right is subject to no earthly authority, but may be withdrawn from a despotic ruler. The current ruler is Bofeng Liew.
Cathay selects its regional Lords by appointment by the Ruler or Duke.
Royal Privy Council serves as a private advisory body, which is solely selected by the throne.
Government
Main article: Government officers in Cathay
- King/Queen (ruler) is believed to be the Child of Heaven (Tianzi) and his or her divine right to rule comes from the Mandate of Heaven. Ruler is elected only once by all nobles.
- High Marshal (general) is the chief commander of all armies, and appoints all Marshals and other military advisors. High Marshal is elected quarterly by all nobles.
- High Chancellor (judge) is the law protector who defines and enforces all laws of Cathay. High Chancellor is appointed by the ruler.
- Royal Treasurer (banker) is the head of Treasure Committee, which controls the collecting and disbursement of Cathay's treasury, and administers tax collection, food production, and trading throughout Cathay. Royal Treasurer is elected quarterly by all lords.
Traditions and Councilorship
- No one should possess more than one military ranks.
- Candidates for all positions should have actively served Cathay or her allies with proven loyalty.
- Candidates for councilorship should write an application to the council and obtain recommendations.
- Appointment for councilorship is based on contribution, participation, and seniority, and is not guaranteed.
- Inactive Advisors will automatically retire after 30 days.
Roleplaying Archive
Important, entertaining, or otherwise relevant roleplaying logs go here. Contact the council in-game if you wish to have yours added.
- The Ducal Propagandist is contacted regarding a liberal definition of "victory" before the third battle of Anacan.
- Parley before the battle in which Duke Galiard announces the allied armies and later explains the meaning of "fodder" to Dodd.
- The Crown of Cathay is Established in which a crown is minted and a realm is born.
- The Establishment of Cathay was to be a relentless task.
- The Rise of the Platinum Dragon is witnessed as a city gathers in support of a realm.
- The Steward of Anacan had seen many hardships in his life, and had always managed to make the best of them.
- The Cathay Chronicles Cathay's recently established newspaper. The first issue can be found here!
- Cathayan Historical Archive The Cathayan historical archive, holding the history of Cathay as it is made.
