Raiser Manifestos

Interested in the world, huh? I've just the thing. Friend of mine is from Varrzaxadh, you see, and they gave me a few copies of some history books there. An excellent starter for learning about our friends across the lake. You can have these two, they're my spares. Please enjoy, and maybe pass on that extra copy of yours to another friend interested in this topic!

— Ibza Xüfonzayo "Fan of History"

There are many Raiser communities throughout central Thurásin, but one thing that links them all together is their desire to see equality and democracy brought to all countries in the region. In order to spread their message, they make frequent use of manifestos.

History

Raiser manifestos and texts have existed for as long as Raisers themselves, beginning early in the Era of Disturbance. One of the key events which sparked their rise was the abdication of King Xauko XI of Varrzaxadh in the year 3 Disturbance. This act made Varrzaxadh's transition to democracy complete, and shone a light on the actions of the remaining absolute monarchs of central Thurásin. In particular the actions of the monarch of Dätsalöl were criticised, viewed as being tyrannical.
New Raiser communities spread throughout the region, and with them came written manifestos criticising the rule of the various monarchs they lived under. Despite the popularity of written text, the one successful Raiser rebellion did not begin in that form, with the message spread orally by prominent community members such as Zherla Ro Ündögzhar. This rebellion notably led to the independence of Kse Feorton.

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Raiser Manifestos

Raiser Manifesto, 14th of Justice, 39th Year of Return

A sovereign's true purpose is not to rule, nor to lead their country towards a future that benefits the many. They exist to delude - their people, their allies, their enemies, themselves. How else could they be entitled to sit upon a throne high above, if not that they are innately superior to those below? A facade must be maintained, lest the populace realise their worth is equal to that of any ruling monarch.
I shall have no part in the perpetuation of this injustice.

— Xauko XI Varrzothe, Last King of Varrzaxadh

By the examples of Varrzaxadh and Kse Feorton, we know equality can be gained for the many. If those above shall not grant us power, as in the former, we must seize it, as in the latter. To that end, we make these demands for the future of Xüfonz -

I

That the people of Xüfonz be assigned to electoral districts, each of which represents a similar number of residents. These districts should be based upon existing community and legislative boundaries wherever possible, and care taken to ensure closely related interests are not divided.

II

That each electoral district elect, by method of preferential or ranked voting, one candidate who, together with all candidates, shall form a Parliament.

III

That this elected Parliament possess legislative sovereignty, equivalent to that of the current Grand Prince and his nobility. They shall be thus entitled to pass laws upon any matter which concerns the wellbeing of their constituents, as well as in matters involving the interaction of Xüfonz and other sovereign nations.

IV

That this Parliament of Xüfonz be dissolved every fourth year, and elections held within the equal districts to decide on who shall sit within the next. Any seat vacated prior to the four year deadline shall be filled by a special election within the district of that seat, and through no other means.

V

That upon the accession of this Xüfonz Parliament, Grand Prince Ünivis III shall stand down from his position and vacate the throne of this Principality, renouncing his claim for all members of the royal family in the process. His position as head of state will be replaced with an elected position, the exact nature of which will be determined by Parliament.
We hold these aims to be reasonable, achievable, and necessary for the continued peace of Xüfonz.

Henceforth, Parliament is empowered to write and pass into law a bill outlining the process by which a head of state will be duly elected for a limited term. Prior to the election of such an individual, the Parliament shall run the country. In anticipation of this, I renounce the claims to the throne of all heirs presumptive, myself, and abdicate.

— Xauko XI Varrzothe

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Type

Statement, Political (Manifesto)

Medium

Paper

Smuggler

While small victories have been claimed in various countries, one where Raisers see work being needed is that of Ibza Xüfonz. Its current Grand Prince, Ünivis III, has been disliked ever since his ascension in 25 Return, and has cracked down on the presence of Raisers and their literature.
A common tactic for sharing manifestos is to hide them within history books, typically about Varrzaxadh or Kse Feorton. While successful, the Grand Prince is getting wise, and it won't be long before a new method is needed.

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