Irondale/Constitution

Preamble

Born of Iron, We the People of the Republic pledge to obtain a higher understanding to safeguard the realms of man against all threats. We hold that the aristocracy is free to govern as they see fit, free to express their opinions and free to pursue the Art. By our solemn oath, no tyrant, human or otherwise, shall ever regain control of the Dalelands.

Article I: The Noctan Conclave

I.I: Purpose

The Noctan Conclave will be the legislative body of Irondale. All formal legislative discussions, polls, referendums, and other bussiness will occur in the Noctan Conclaves, among all full members. Aspirants will not be included.

a. Issues will be brought to discussion by the Hierophant or an appointed representative every Monday. Votes will be cast Friday and Saturday, and tallied on Sunday. Results will be made available Sunday as well.

b. All nobles of Irondale not presently on trial for a capital crime will hold at least a full member rank.

c. Every guild possessing a charter shall appoint a representative who shall hold a full member rank.

d. No foreign noble, excepting a chartered guild representative, shall hold higher than an aspirant rank.

e. Each full and elder member may cast one vote, unless also appointed a guild representative. They then shall be able to cast their own and their guild's vote.

f. Votes shall be decided on a simple majority with the following exceptions: constitutional amendments and impeachments.

g. Constitutional amendments and impeachments may only pass on a 2/3rds majority.

h. Overriding the veto of the Hierophant requires a 2/3rds majority.

I.II: Powers

a. The Noctan Conclave shall have the power to pass laws so long as they do not conflict with the Constitution of Irondale, or infringe on the powers of another branch of government.

b. The Noctan Conclave shall have the power to grant a guild a charter, granting it representation in the Conclave.

c. The Noctan Conclave shall have the power to create or disband armies.

d. The Noctan Conclave shall have the power to amend the constitution.

e. The Noctan Conclave shall have the power to impeach any and all government members.

Article II: The Executive Branch

II.I: Composition

The Executive Branch will be composed of:

a. The Hierophant

b. The Defense Minister

c. The Minister of Interior

d. Dukes and Duchesses

e. Members of the Bureau of Foreign Affairs

II.II: Responsibilities of the Executive Branch

a. The Heirophant shall have the powers to determine foreign relations, appoint Dukes and Ambassadors, veto legislation passed by the Noctan Conclave, and shall be manage all matters relating to magic in Irondale, so long as none of their actions contradict the constitution.

b. The Defense Minister will have the power to dictate the appointment of Marshals and Vice Marshal of all offensive armies. This does not include armies that fall under the Ministry of the Interior such as the Velvet Glove. The Defense Minister will dictate strategy, not the day to day operations of armies under their purview. The Defense Minister alone will authorize looting and other offensive military actions.

c. The Minister of the Interior shall have sole authority to govern the food stores of the realm, shall be responsible for region maintenance and shall have the authority to appoint the Marshals and Vice Marshals of all armies under the Ministry of Interior such as the Velvet Glove.

d. The Dukes and Duchesses shall have the authority to appoint Lords.

e. Members of the Bureau of Foreign Affairs shall serve at the pleasure of the Hierophant, and report to the Hierophant.