The Government of Redclyf

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The Government of Redclyf

11th of the First Seed, 78 SA

Government

Redclyf is a Duchy, and is therefore ruled by the Duke of Redclyf. The Duke rules with the help of the Small Council, inspired by both the councils of the Kingdom of Norland and the Principality of Savoy. The Council will have twelve places, all referred to as Aesir. Five of those slots will be given to Advising Aesirs for a specific set specialty to advise on. The other six spots will be granted to promising fighters or military commanders who have proved their worth to the Duke and to Redclyf as a whole, known as the Valor Aesirs. They will function as a “Duke’s Guard,” or just an elite host. The last spot will be given to the champion of the Duke who will be tasked with their protection, and will be referred to as Shield of the Duke.

 

The Small Council positions are:

• Aesir of Aesirs - Second hand to the Duke, leads the other Aesirs.

• Aesir of Peace - Head advisor of diplomacy and politics, both internal and external

• Aesir of War - Head advisor of the military and military operations

• Aesir of Coin - Head advisor regarding finance, taxes, trade, and managing affairs within the town

• Aesir of Whispers - Head advisor of key information and intelligence.

• Aesir of Protection - The Dukes appointed champion, Shield of the Duke.

• Valor Aesirs - Six slots to be given to promising commanders and fighters.

 

Inheritance

As the title Duke of Redclyf is feudal in nature, the succession of the title will be primogeniture with the eldest son of the count receiving the title. If the eldest son dies or is not eligible, it shall go to the next son down the line, and so on and so on. If there is no eligible son to inherit the throne, then there will be an election within the clan to decide who will be the next Duke of Redclyf.

 

Vassals

Vassals who prove loyal to the Duke can be granted land within the Duchy of Redclyf. They will be expected to swear an oath of loyalty to the standing Duke and all of their successors. If they have men loyal to them they will additionally be expected to raise them as levy to fight when the Duke calls. All land-owning vassals of the Duke will be referred to as Hersirs, and they are eligible and most likely will be serving within the small council as an Aesir. 

 

The Sun Rises on Redclyf!

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