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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.
 
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 [[Constitution of Cathay|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.
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Cathay is a [[/Constitution of Cathay|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==
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''Main article: [[/Political Structure of Cathay/]]''
 
''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 Such right is subject to no earthly authority, but may be withdrawn from a despotic ruler.  
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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 Such right is subject to no earthly authority, but may be withdrawn from a despotic ruler.  
  
 
[[/Political Structure of Cathay#Royal Privy Council|Royal Privy Council]] serves as a private advisory body, which is solely selected by the throne. [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]], which consists of all landed lords, is the legislative body and all passed bills by House of Lords become law automatically. [[/Political Structure of Cathay#Royal Privy Council|Royal Privy Council]] includes all members of [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]].
 
[[/Political Structure of Cathay#Royal Privy Council|Royal Privy Council]] serves as a private advisory body, which is solely selected by the throne. [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]], which consists of all landed lords, is the legislative body and all passed bills by House of Lords become law automatically. [[/Political Structure of Cathay#Royal Privy Council|Royal Privy Council]] includes all members of [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]].
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* [[/Government officers in Cathay#King/Queen|King/Queen]] (ruler) is the head of the state, and handles foreign affairs.
 
* [[/Government officers in Cathay#King/Queen|King/Queen]] (ruler) is the head of the state, and handles foreign affairs.
 
* [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Marshal|High Marshal]] (general) is the chief commander of all armies, and appoints all Marshals and other military advisors.  
 
* [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Marshal|High Marshal]] (general) is the chief commander of all armies, and appoints all Marshals and other military advisors.  
* [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Chancellor|High Chancellor]] (judge) is the law protector and enforces [[Constitution of Cathay]] and other laws passed by [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]].  
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* [[/Government officers in Cathay#High Chancellor|High Chancellor]] (judge) is the law protector and enforces [[/Constitution of Cathay/]] and other laws passed by [[/Political Structure of Cathay#House of Lords|House of Lords]].  
 
* [[/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.
 
* [[/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.
  

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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

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, 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.