Aquilegia/Democratic Theocracy

The Democratic Theocracy of Aquilegia, Pre-Plague

Aquilegia

Read this for an explanation in the concepts and plans for Aquilegia: Concept of Aquilegia

Aquilegia is seeking to expand and to catalyze an evolution of Sanguis Astroism into a more diverse and flavorful community, as well as to formulate an ideal concept of what exactly defines a "theocracy" (Read the Concept of Aquilegia for more information). We need nobles of diverse backgrounds to contribute to this democratic process of exchanging ideas and effecting change. We would gladly welcome a wide array of nobles: Critical thinkers, strong warriors, able statesmen, shrewd traders, and ascetic monks and/or nuns too.

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By order of the crown, a realm-wide project was under way to archive the services of nobles of Aquilegia. The current archive consists of the nobles of Flowrestown.

The furthest reach of Aquilegia Pre-Plague is the following regions: Flowrestown, Flow, Turbul, Fatexna and Ashrak.

See the Book of Aquilegia's History for more.

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Oversight, as given in the constitution, is the authority of the Asterion, however in almost all cases practical and immediate power rests within the rights of the independent dukes. As proposed by the first ruler, Garret Artemesia, a flexible explanation of the roles and responsibilities of the nobles of Aquilegia can be found here: On the Roles and Responsibilities of the Nobles of Aquilegia Although the official paperwork lists Aquilegia as a theocracy, such a designation is subject to many interpretations. What makes Aquilegia unique is that it adheres to the feudal tradition in that dukes are responsible for their lords and ducal knights, and lords are responsible for their knights, but at the same time it incorporates some democratic aspects, as is evidenced by the Senate's role.

The Equity of Power passed according to the public vote. The full text of the referendum and the full results may be found here: Equity of Power

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Voting is very important in Aquilegia. Individual voices are respected, and are heard, but one must first speak. The power of the popular vote is given to all nobles of Aquilegia, in equal weight for all regardless of position. Popular votes are used in most general diplomatic considerations and civil laws, but most importantly, in the process of representative election.

Regional lordships are elected by popular vote. Candidates are given at least two days to announce themselves, their interests, goals, and qualifications. Dukeship vacancies are subject to Senatorial vote, and the candidates are the current region lords, although anyone else can also be eligible if no region lord is interested. Council positions are appointed.

An explanation of the democratic hierarchy is found here: Democratic Hierarchy

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Public and Private Guilds

Warders of the Temple

Easterner Trading Guild

Flower Girls United

Keepers of Lore

Secret Societies

Now if we listed it here it wouldn't be so secret would it?

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A strong military provides security for the realm, against enemies both human and inhuman. Discipline is a virtue most desirable in the military, but all nobles are encouraged to contribute their knowledge and their thoughts to the military council.

The current army is based in Flowrestown, called the Chersonis Themata. The marshal is Velox Anima and the second-in-command is Yefflen de Chama.

Repeated success against monster hordes despite heavily unfavorable odds makes Aquilegia able to be proud of its military tenacity. With only seven total nobles at one point, five of whom could battle, the Aquilegians managed to overcome a horde of monsters that possessed twice the strength of the entire realm's military combined through excellent tactics and dedicated and organized execution of such tactics.

The Ghosts: Sensitive documents. Security clearance of at least Rank A is required.

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In the beginning stages, food will be a very valued commodity for Aquilegia. As Flowrestown grows to its maximum capacity, so too will its food requirement. The Fiduciary is responsible for the management of resources and the traders who transport it. As a stable realm it enjoys a prosperous economy, so the trading business could become profitable.

Aquilegia is currently in a bountiful and favorable trading partnership with Morek, the realm that possesses and produces the most food in Dwilight. Such an economic ally provides Aquilegia with commercial stability of resources.

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The official religion of Aquilegia is a slightly modified interpretation of Sanguis Astroism. The current phases of the Bloodstars can be found here.

To read the Aquilegian treatise on how to observe the faith in the Scarlet Trinity, read here: Aquilegian Church of the Scarlet Trinity

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The colonial founders of Aquilegia had all originated from Morek, and some friendships among the nobles remains. Ideas for possible federation with the most powerful realm in northeastern Dwilight are under consideration. Corsanctum, the prophet state for the representation of all Sanguis Astroism, is also at peace with Aquilegia. After the Dragon rebellion, the new Dragon King, Cenarious Stormrage, extended offers of peace to Aquilegia as a gesture to show that the new regime would follow a path different from Katayanna's. The public vote approved of the peace treaty. Both Summerdale and Virovene had offered Aquilegia peaceful relations, however minor instabilities in those two realms have forced diplomatic talks to be postponed for the moment with those two realms.

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Duchy of Flowrestown

• Flowrestown - Capital

Duke Vesuvis Adriddae, Knights: Caxias Flowres, Domonvi Urishkan, Maximus Westfall, Lauren Lawrence

• Flow

Marquess Vos de Zorro, Knights: Yefflen de Chama

• Turbul

Viscount Caxias Flowres, Knights: Mervin Vetinari

Imperial Regions

Imperial nobles:

• Fatexna

Viscount Velox Anima, Knights:

• Tranquil

Regions Allowed for the Expansion of Aquilegia

As part of the Aquilegia-Pian en Luries Peace Treaty agreed upon June 16, 1009:

• Flying Hongrns