King Of Etaine

The King of Etaine is nominated by the Nobility Council upon a previous kings death. The King is selected by the council on the basis of who represents the Eatianian ideals of honour and chivalry the most. Often this title will stay within the same noble family, as a noble's honourable actions are often considered a reflection of the family name. The King rules the entire kingdom of Etaine, and is given absolute power over all in his kingdom. However, this power is often diluted through the nobles who act on his Nobility Council.

Requirements

Proven to be the most noble and honourable of Etainian nobility.

Appointment

Upon the Kings death a special Nobility Council is called to meet in the Etainian capital. The Succession Council lasts a full week with deliberations going day and night. While councillors do leave to eat and sleep, they will spend the vast majority of the session in council, and leave lesser nobles representing them in times where they can't be there. Candidates have their actions, lineage, and holdings assessed and assigned numerical values based on how honourable and chivalrous they are deemed. After the week is up, the highest scoring candidate is announced and is crowned the next day. The crown and would be King, undergo a procession from Etainian capital to the kings main holding, which will become the new capital of Etaine.

Duties

The King is expected to act as a beacon of human morality. While physically fit they are expected to lead armies from the front and should be show tactical genius, personal combat strength and should fight in an honourable way.

Responsibilities

He is expected to weigh in and be the ultimate decider in disputes between the nobles under him, whilst not interfering with the right of the lesser nobles to rule their holdings as they see fit. They are also responsible in assigning key roles, responsibilities and titles to the nobles who serve under him.

Benefits

Complete control of the kingdoms military and finances.

Accoutrements & Equipment

A 12 pointed platinum crown with a single jewel encrusted at the centre. This jewel should be the finest example of the Kings heraldic colour.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

Death alone

Type

Nobility, Non-hereditary

Source of Authority

The Nobility Council comprised of his vassals.

Length of Term

Life

Related Organizations

• Kingdom Of Etaine