Cathay

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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

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.

A detailed account of Cathay's founding and the events that led up to it can be read in the Cathayan Historical Archive.

Political Structure and Traditions

Main article: Political Structure of Cathay

Cathay is a Constitutional Monarchy, and its political structure is defined in Constitution of Cathay. 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 Such right is subject to no earthly authority, but may be withdrawn from a despotic ruler.

Royal Privy Council serves as a private advisory body, which is solely selected by the throne. House of Lords, which consists of all landed lords, is the legislative body and all passed bills by House of Lords become law automatically. Royal Privy Council includes all members of House of Lords.

Government

Main article: Government officers in Cathay

Except ruler, government officers in Cathay are elected by all nobles of Cathay regularly, and receive allowance for their services.

• King/Queen (ruler) is the head of the state, and handles foreign affairs.
• High Marshal (general) is the chief commander of all armies, and appoints all Marshals and other military advisors.
• High Chancellor (judge) is the law protector and enforces Constitution of Cathay and other laws passed by House of Lords.
• 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.

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.