QUEEN'S COUNCIL OF AMADEA ULYSSA

[The Asserala Court 1516]

VE KOENAS KONKILO

QUEEN’S COUNCIL OF AMADEA ULYSSA

 

 

UKEN VE KRAWN I ROZZ

 

Issued by the

QUEEN’S COUNCIL

On the 6th day of Wzuvar ag Byvca of 428 E.S.

 

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VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK

 

With the ascension of His Majesty Karl III to the mantle of King, so too does his wife, Queen-Consort Amadea of Susa, inherit the court of the Queen. With the recent reformation of the Aulic Council, the Queen seeks to finally formalise the positions that make up her own. Charged with managing the courtiers and culture of the kingdom, the Queen’s Council cannot be allowed to slip into stagnation.

 

The Council of the Queen is split into two, which are the inner and general councils. The Inner Council is responsible for arguably the most laborious of tasks within the courts, and are overseen by the governmental representative of the Queen; the Grand Lady. The General Council, composed of aspirants seeking to prove themselves in Her Majesty’s courts, are handpicked courtiers from among the nobility who show potential for swift ascension through the hierarchy of the courts. 

 

For the desire of clarity, and to avoid any misconceptions held regarding the structure of the courts, Queen Amadea of Susa hopes that the publishing of this document aids the populace to cast aside any potential confusion.

 

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THE CONSORT

HER ROYAL MAJESTY, AMADEA OF SUSA, QUEEN-CONSORT OF HANSETI-RUSKA

 

 

XVII KOENAS-KONSORT

@shay

 

The Consort wields absolute authority in the courts of Hanseti-Ruska, and both manages its administration as well as the stylings of its denizens. When not assisting the Monarch in the ruling of the kingdom, by their directive the court is to always be filled with promising courtiers, who are to hold events for the realm and keep its nobility entertained. The Consort is furthermore held to be the pinnacle of morality and etiquette for all future consorts and young wards that are brought beneath their care.

 

Within this position, they are to helm the Queen’s Council with the assistance of their appointed Grand Lady; a position that must always be filled. As well should they interact with at length is the Mistress of the Whispers, with whom the Consort is to work alongside in order to obtain and spread word on the affairs of the nobility. As well as this, should the Grand Lady prove incapable or resign, they are to take over the duties of the position and lead the council themselves until a replacement is found. 

 

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THE GRAND LORD

HIS EXCELLENCY, MIKHAIL TUVYA VAR RUTHERN, DUKE OF VIDAUS

 

 

XXI HAUCHERZEN

437 E.S. - Present | 1884 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

@indiana105

 

Atop the hierarchy of the Inner Council reigns the Grand Lady, who is charged with ensuring all vacant positions on the Queen’s Council are filled and thereafter well-managed. They oversee the workings of the Palace Custodian and the Court Chamberlain to ensure that any events they seek to host are befitting of the royal venue. The Grand Lady, thought to be the most venerable and competent of the council, should strive for excellence within the courts and see to it that all of the staff in service to their Majesties conduct their duties appropriately. 

 

A deep understanding of courtly affairs is required of one in this position, for they must provide lessons in etiquette and proper performance to aspiring courtiers. As a cultural figurehead of the nation both internally and externally, this position is appointed by the King and Queen to the Aulic Council, and must bear the patience required of such high status.

 

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THE PALACE CUSTODIAN

 THE RIGHT REVEREND, MOTHER MAYA OF VIDAUS

 

 

VII KUSTOSZ I VE PRIKAZ

444 E.S. - Present | xxxx A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

@milkyi

 

The Palace Custodian is responsible for the general upkeep of and holding of events in the Palace, and as well offers their input toward the administration of the servantry of said establishment. As a member of the Inner Council, their duties detail that they are to hold events such as dinners and balls within the confines of the royal abode, though they are invited to go beyond this should they wish. It is encouraged, as it is of all their Majesty’s staff, that they work alongside the Chamberlain of the council in order to ensure the smooth organisation of events between them. 

 

If either of these positions are unfilled while the other is occupied, the one who holds the title of either Chamberlain or Custodian is to take on the duties of the other. It is expected that they ensure the adherence of those within the palace to Haeseni culture and proper etiquette.

 

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THE COURT CHAMBERLAIN

HER LADYSHIP, MAEVE ISOBEL MOROVAR, BARONESS CONSORT OF GHAESTENWALD

 

 

XVI KAMBELAN I VE KORT

437 E.S. - Present | 1884 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

@_mady07

 

The Court Chamberlain ensures the streets of Karosgrad are at all times bustling with whirl and cheer. The position is largely the counterpart of the Palace Custodian, and thus holds the same level of prestige within the Inner Council. To contrast the two positions, the Custodian is often one who is more trusted and experienced due to their close proximity to their Majesties and the royal courts, while the Chamberlain is tasked with holding events outside of the palace in the capital. Such events may include festivals, tournaments, markets, or theatrical performance, though are not limited to the aforementioned. 

 

The Chamberlain is expected as well to work closely alongside the elected Grand Maer of Karosgrad to collaborate on projects for the overall betterment of the nation, and that they too ensure proper culture and etiquette is upheld within the palace by all courtiers.

 

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SECRETARY TO THE QUEEN

HIS EXCELLENCY, SER GRIGORI ALEKSANDR VYRONOV, MARIAN KNIGHT OF HANSETI-RUSKA

 

 

IV SEKRATORZ VA VE KOENAS

416 E.S. - Present | 1863 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Emma Karenina, Amadea Ulyssa

@mkLouis

 

The Secretary to the Queen is to act as the head courier and scribe of the Queen’s Council, and thus requires the utmost experience in penmanship. They are tasked with drafting both official missives on behalf of the Grand Lady or Her Majesty, as well as personal letters for the latter. Furthermore, during sittings of the council they are to write minutes, which are to be passed on to the Queen for review. 

 

Similar to many of the other courtly positions, this role is of as much importance as the one who holds it, for it is their drive and willingness to partner and serve the council that shall determine their worth.

 

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MISTRESS OF THE ROBES

HER LADYSHIP, NIKOLETA BARBARA BARUCH

 

 

I HERZENAS I VE RZATIKY

403 E.S. - Present | 1850 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Emma Karenina, Amadea Ulyssa

@zuziee

 

Responsible for upholding the dress etiquette of the Dual-Kingdom, the Mistress of the Robes draws the lines for what is appropriate and inappropriate in the courts and what should be reserved for the royalty, nobility, and common classes. 

 

As much of the code has been written prior, this position is mostly focused on the enforcement of said code. To maintain decorum and proper etiquette, the Mistress may allocate some of her responsibilities to both assistants and wards alike.

 

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MISTRESS OF THE ARTS

HER LADYSHIP, THEODOYSA CECILYA BARCLAY, SURGEON GENERAL OF HANSETI-RUSKA

 

 

I HERZENAS I VE ISTZULA

430 E.S. - Present | 1877 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

 

As the Mistress of the Arts, this position shall be charged with training courtiers in the various arts, and thus the holder must excel in the subject themselves. They should seek to advance the realm culturally by either publishing their own or others’ poetry and paintings. Further, they should employ playwrights and musicians so that the courts remain lively, as well to host lessons for nobles in dance or song.

 

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MISTRESS OF THE WHISPERS

[REDACTED]

 

 

I HERZENAS I VE WZEPTANI

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

 

Intended to inform the Queen of the ongoing affairs in her courts, the position of the Mistress of the Whispers has been established. Their identity is to be concealed from all but their Majesties, for this position is to formally take up the mantle of an official writer for the Hearsay of Hanseti-Ruska, and is to be exempted from any punishment that might come their way as a result.

 

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CURATOR OF THE CROWN JEWELS

[VACANT]

 

II KURATOR I VE KRAWN JEWLZ

Monarch(s): Amadea Ulyssa

 

For those who consider themselves well-versed in the fineries of life, the Curator of the Crown Jewels is a position which handles the most prestigious and revered historical pieces of jewellery in all the Kingdom. In particular, they are to maintain the Crown Jewels of the monarchy, and are tasked with creating new pieces at the behest of their Majesties. 

 

Working hand in hand with the Mistress of the Robes, the Curator of the Haeseni Crown Jewels assists in pairing certain pieces with individual members of the royal lineage, and ensures the safety of said pieces within the palace.

 

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HEAD OF THE SERVANTRY

MISS HELENA BISHOP

 

 

III GZAVI I VE TSAJERNARI

416 E.S. - Present | 1863 A.H. - Present

Monarch(s): Emma Karenina, Amadea Ulyssa

@Based1Salmon

 

The Head of Servantry works alongside the Palace Custodian, bearing the brunt of the responsibility for maintaining the servants of the court. A bustling palace is a hustling palace, and thus their duties require they hire and train new servants for their Majesties. They are to create opportunities in the palace, as well as host the occasional event within the palace for those they employ. As well as this, they are tasked with overseeing the serving of food, the entertainment of visitors, the cleaning of the palace, and the wellbeing of the Royal Family. 

 

The Head of Servantry must ensure every member of their staff is active and contributing, whilst also ensuring that the members of the Queen’s Council are protected and welcome within the walls of the palace.

 

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POSITIONS WITHIN THE COURT

 

Beneath the Queen’s Council are a variety of courtiers serving in a number of varying positions. For those with ambitions to further themselves in the courts, there is no better opportunity to receive the necessary knowledge and expertise than taking up one of these roles. Senior members of the Queen’s Council have traditionally been drawn from the ranks of these courtiers, and under the reign of Queen-Consort Amadea of Susa, this remains the case.

 

 

COURT GOVERNORS

 

Those who hold the title of Court Governors are the perfect embodiment of proper etiquette. They hold great respect for themselves and others, and always conduct themselves dutifully and with high regard for the palace and her residents. Most of their efforts are typically spent teaching etiquette to the children of the Royal Family. Children of the members of the Queen’s Council, however, are also entitled to these lessons. The Governor may organise day trips for the children under their guidance, for they must ensure the children receive a well-rounded education and grow into proper citizens of Haense befitting their titles. 

 

 

EVENT COLLABORATORS

 

The hosting of smaller events within the Dual-Kingdom is often delegated to the Event Collaborators, a role which serves as a stepping stone on the path to service in the Queen’s Council. It is here where they first learn organisational skills, the planning and hosting of events, under the guidance of the Chamberlain, Custodian, and Grand Lady themselves. For larger events, they are to work in a collaborative effort alongside other members of the council, ensuring festivities of such importance run as smoothly as possible. While the council is eager to educate all, and the tolerance for mistakes in this position is quite high, lethargy will not be tolerated. All are expected to contribute to the best of their ability, and if one wishes to gain the respect of the Queen’s Council, they must earn it.

 

LADIES-IN-WAITING

 

Once a lady matures past the age of wardship, of which is on her eighteenth nameday, the Queen may invite her to join her personal entourage as a lady-in-waiting. These members of the court are to attend to Her Majesty in both private and public settings, shadowing and dressing the Queen for social affairs. Each of these ladies is expected to be proficient in a host of courtly skills, namely etiquette, dance and fine arts. A lady-in-waiting must be, above all, discreet. It is they who shall deliver messages on behalf of the Queen and carry out tasks on her behalf that are too important to be entrusted to the wards.

 

THE QUEEN’S WARDS

 

For ladies yet to come of age, warding beneath the watchful eye of the Queen within her household is of great benefit to both those wishing to serve the council, as well as those who do not. Invaluable skills will be acquired nonetheless, and one’s place in the Royal Court shall be all but assured should they prove themselves capable. Wards may undertake tasks given by the Mistress of the Robes, a member of the Inner Council, or even the Queen herself. These tasks will vary, and shall be tailored to the personal interests of each ward. It should be noted that it is from this pool of wards that the Queen chooses her ladies-in-waiting.

 

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IV JOVEO MAAN

 

Her Royal Majesty, AMADEA OF SUSA, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-Consort of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine-Consort of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Countess-Consort of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscountess-Consort of Varna, Baroness-Consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. 

 

Her Excellency, Georgina Sofiya Barclay, Grand Lady of Hanseti-Ruska, Princess of Sutica, Duchess-Consort of Reinmar, Margravine-Consort of Vanderfell, Countess-Consort of Freimark and Kretzen, Baroness-Consort of Madvon, Freising and Sigradz, Lady of Erwinsburg, Wilheburg and Freisburg

Edited October 30, 2022 by The Morrivi Court