The Augustine Court

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The Courts of Augustine

 

 

The Augustine Palace circa. 1833

The Imperial Augustine Palace, originally constructed by famous architect John Henry, Prince of Pruvia, though it often undergoes renovations with the interior and exterior, the most popular of which being the installation of a garden by HIH the Count of Aldersber, Joseph Leopold. Serving as the home of His Imperial Majesty and his family as well as the many noble courtiers he so graciously offers housing to, the palace is the crown jewel of Providence. Most importantly within the Augustine is His Majesty’s many courtiers, and staff that certainly keep the palace moving as it always has in allowing for a mark to be made on the Empire as a whole from within the pristine walls of the palace.

 

 

 

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PALACE MANAGEMENT

 

The Palace Management directs the various aspects of the Imperial Household and Court. It is divided into several sections listed herein, and managed by the Governor and Majordomo.

 

GOVERNOR OF THE AUGUSTINE

 

The Governor is the head of the Imperial Courts, and serves at the discretion of the Crown. They direct the management of the Courts, and assure that the necessary functions of the Imperial Household are executed and held to the highest standard. In the case wherein any of the management positions are not occupied, or are not operating to their full capacity, it is the duty of the Governor to assure these departments are maintained. The Governor also nominates members of the court management of the to the Emperor, for final approval by His Imperial Majesty.

 

MAJORDOMO OF THE AUGUSTINE

 

The Majordomo serves as a second in command to the Governor and acts in full capacity in the absence of a Governor. She may be assigned to various projects by the Governor or take a more general role within the events of the palace. She assists the Governor in whatever they may ask, whether it be events or simply management in general. 

 

LORD SENESCHAL

 

The Lord Seneschal directs all employees of the Imperial Palace. These laborers may include servants, butlers, musicians, physicians, etc. They organize and provide services for the Courtiers during both events and daily life. It is the responsibility of the Lord Seneschal to ensure that laborers of their department are trained in both etiquette and efficient service. They are also charged with directing and employing tutors of the courts, and assuring the next generation is properly educated in the legacy, culture, and knowledge of the Empire.
 

MASTER OF THE KEYS

 

The Master of the Keys manages the apartments within the Imperial Courts, as well as all the locks within the Palace. He assures that only those most qualified Orenians may access the various parts of the Palace, and maintains a set of standards for those entitled to an apartment.

 

CAPTAIN OF THE FOURTH BRIGADE

 

The Captain of the Fourth brigade serves as the de facto Chief of Security within the Palace, and is appointed at the discretion of the General of the Imperial State Army. He is responsible for assuring the safety of the Courtiers and the Imperial family, as well as organizing security for those highest ranking Orenians during events. In cases wherein the safety of the Courtiers, Oregonian Officials, and members of the Imperial family is immediately threatened, the Captain of the Fourth may assume executive authority over the Courts, in order to assure their ongoing safety and protection.

 

DIRECTOR OF THE EVENT COMMITTEE

 

The director of the Imperial Event Committee serves as the president of the Event Committee. They are in charge of administering and providing resources for state sponsored events both within the courts and throughout the empire. They direct the committee and assure both the economic and cultural growth of the Empire, through their events.

 

 

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AUGUSTINE EVENT COMMITTEE

 

In order to sponsor economic and cultural growth throughout the Empire, HIM Emperor John VIII and the management of the Augustine Palace have found it beneficial to establish a committee whose duty it shall be to sponsor Orenian subjects in the creation and management of revelry throughout the realm. The committee shall be managed by a director, who serves at the discretion of the Crown, and is appointed under the advice of the Governor of the Augustine Palace. 

 

The committee shall be summoned at four year intervals and be constituted by four members as well as the director. Any Orenian subject with basic event planning experience may apply to be a member of the committee, or those with a significant desire to learn the ropes of event planning. Of the accepted applicants, four will be selected via lottery to be included in the committee.

 

The committee shall be entitled over its duration to a budget of 500 Imperial Marks. In the case wherein they expend the budget before their term is completed, the budget may be expanded at the discretion of the Treasury Secretary.

 

DIRECTOR OF THE EVENT COMMITTEE

 

The Director shall serve as the president of the committee in an administrative role, aiding in the management and organization of the committee members’ events. The Director also serves as an advisor and aid for new members of palace affairs and event hosting. 

 

COMMITTEE MEMBER

 

Committee members shall have the duty to host a minimum of one event during their tenure. Their duty is to include and mentor Orenian subjects (particularly those who are inexperienced in event planning but desire to learn), through the process of organizing events and mentoring them in the structure and effective planning of successful events. 

 

 

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COURTIERS OF THE PALACE

 

A palatial courtier is simply summed up as one who frequents the palace and intends to aid His Majesty’s court in any way they can. A courtier may join any sect of the court they wish, being governed by the Governor, Majordomo, and their respective heads of court.
 

COURT SCRIBES

 

Head Court Scribe; Vacant

A court scribe is tasked with the integral job of recording His Majesty’s courtly proceedings and publishing them to be read all around the Empire. The court must be recorded at each meeting of such so the fulfilment of this role is paramount. The head Court Scribe is tasked with management of their staff, and distribution of the proceedings on Augustine letterhead. 

 

COURT MUSICIAN

 

Head Court Musician; Holy Dame Helena Rochefort

In and of itself the role is to entertain those at court with one’s talents, whether those be of musical or of theatrical talents, those with talents are called forth to display such before His Imperial Majesty. Musicians are also tasked with writing songs for big celebrations, such as a coronation or birth of an Imperial heir, and will work closely with the Majordomo and Event Committee to do so.

 

COURT PHYSICIANS

 

Head Court Physician; Vacant

Directly responsible for the health of the Emperor and his close family, the Court Physician holds medical authority over the palace and all of its most important courtiers and residents. 

 

COURT CHAPLAIN

 

Court Chaplain; Father Johan Vuiller

Appointed by the Governor, with aid from the church officials, the Court Chaplain is a member of clergy chosen to lead the courtiers in prayer, and conduct other church matters within the court at the will of the Emperor. 

 

LADIES-IN-WAITING

 

Head Lady-In-Waiting; Lady Maisie d’Arkent

 As new princesses are born and married more ladies of noble or high standing birth are to wait on these princesses of the blood as less of a personal servant and more of an assistant. A lady-in-waiting is tasked with aiding the princess they are assigned in day to day tasks from preparing for the day to simply having tea or lunch. 

 

 

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STAFF OF THE PALACE

 

The staff of the palace work under the employ of the Lord Seneschal, attending to the basic functions of the court and assuring the highest quality of life is maintained for the courtiers. 

 

HEAD TUTOR

 

Head Court Tutor; Beryl Carrington

 The Head Tutor is charged with managing the other tutors within the courts, and assuring that the children of the court are paired with tutors and given an education befitting their status. They assure that the tutors of the court are properly qualified and trained.

 

TUTOR

 

Tutors; 

Tutors are charged with taking children of the palace under their tutelage, and assuring they are educated in a proper fashion for an Orenian aristocrat or peer. This education may include seamstressing, writing, music, history, etiquette, science, etc.

 

HEAD SERVANT

 

Head Servant; Rosary Fairfax

Working alongside the Lord Seneschal as a liaison of sorts between the upper management and the servants themselves, the Head Servant, derived from either the Maids or Butlers of the Augustine, aids in the more miniscule tasks with the inner workings of the palace. The Head Servant is tasked with the day-to-day training of servants and making sure they’re prepared for any situation as they’re one of the most important roles within the palace. 

 

BUTLER & MAIDS

 

Butlers & Maids; 

As an integral position in the palace, Butlers and Maids keep the movement of the Augustine going and keeping forward progression in the palace. They are tasked with keeping the kitchens and main areas of the Augustine clean, while also keeping the more intimate areas of the palace clean as well.

 

CHEFS

 

Master of the Kitchens; Vacant

Alongside the maids and butlers, the chefs are tasked and trusted with the important role of preparing and distributing food and meals to His Imperial Majesty, the Imperial Family, and the Augustine’s many courtiers. While the butlers and maids will aid with upkeep in the kitchens, chefs are to clean such as well, adding a secondary task of palatial kitchen upkeep.

 

[Barcardi 489]

So, I ain't figured out exactly how this application process works so I am going to wing it and just write a letter and, uh. Hope to god this works. Discord is: WhatTheDoggDoin#3528

 

[!] Written on a beige piece of paper in a blued cursive, a letter would try to find it's way into the palace [!]

 

Lord Seneschal,

I would like to wish you a good day, I am writing to express my curiosity into the potential of working as a Court Physician for the Augustine. I am still studying the subject, however remain proficient in most categories alongside knowledge of exotic issues such as dealing with injuries sustained from vampires which could be a valuable skill in such times. I currently reside in Providence at Selm Street 8, where I reside in my tailor shop working on my many other hobbies and ambitions but would absolutely love for such an opportunity if it would be ever accepted. God bless, I await eagerly for any news.

 

- Alicia de Rosius