Summoning of the Ducal Electors, 2014

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SUMMONING OF THE DUCAL ELECTORS:

HIGH DUMA OF THE EXILIC DUCHY OF THE ADRIANS.

 

CONVENTUS ADRIAE.

 

In the year 52 of the Age of Redemption and the Age of Resentment.

 

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BY THE FREE WILL OF THE DUMA AND THE ELECTED MANDATE OF THE EXILIC DUKE, THIS MISSIVE IS ISSUED IN THE SPIRIT OF A UNITED ADRIAN PEOPLE, GUIDED BY THE PRINCIPLES OF HONOR, DUTY, LIBERTY, FRATERNITY, VALOR, AND WISDOM. THROUGH THIS COMMUNICATION, WE SHARE WITH YOU THE AFFAIRS AND STATECRAFT THAT SHAPE OUR FREE AND RESILIENT DUCHY.

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‘LO UNTO THE DUCAL ELECTORS & THE ADRIAN PEOPLE,

 

In keeping with the traditions of our forebears and the enduring principles of the Exilic Duma, the Ducal Electors are hereby summoned to convene in a High Duma at the seat of Adrian governance. The purpose of this assembly is to determine the future leadership of the Exilic Duchy in accordance with the customs of our land and the mandate of our people.

 

With the recent abdication of His Grace, Stefan Euler, the Exilic Duke, it is the solemn duty of the Electors to gather and fulfill their sacred responsibility to the Exilic Duchy. This Duma is summoned not only as a matter of governance but as an occasion to honor the unity and liberty of the Adrian folk.

 

The Dumageddon Doctrine, born from the legacy of the Adrian Dumapaloozas and safeguarded through negotiations between Houses Sarkozic and Barbanov, ensures that the Exilic Duma represents every stratum of Adrian society: nobles, knights, burghers, and historic houses. Its purpose is to preserve Adria’s autonomy, guide its governance, and safeguard its cherished traditions.

 

This High Duma carries the weight of history and requires the presence of all eligible electors to cast their votes according to their rank and responsibility.

 

ELECTORAL DECREE:

The Duma shall consist of the following categories of electors, each carrying the weight of Adrian tradition and the voices of their constituents. All electors are urged to present themselves promptly, accompanied by appropriate retinues and prepared to deliberate upon the matters at hand. 

 

I. NOBILITES ADRIATI

The Nobles of Adria bear the greatest voting power in the Duma, reflecting their stewardship over the lands and fealty to the Exilic Duchy. Each noble elector wields one vote, representing the strength of their holdings and their commitment to the Adrian realm.

 

i. The Exilic Duke of the Adrians, Stefan ‘the Sage’;

ii. The Count of Aldersberg, Mateusz Marcin;

iii. The Baron of Eulersburg, Stefan ‘the Sage’; 

iv. The Baron of Madvon, Adelmar von Kanunberg;

v. The Abbot of Owynswood, Father Vasyl of Montfort.

 

II. EQUITES ADRIATI

The Knights and Scholars of Adria, revered for their service, wisdom, and valor, hold significant influence within the Duma. Each Equite is granted one vote, symbolizing their merit-based contributions to the Exilic Duchy.

 

i. Alexios Cardinal St Emalyne;

ii. Sir Aslan Vargmark;

iii. Sir Markus Marie;

iv. Sir Rickard Vladov;

v. Sir Tutel Ritter;

vi. Sir Vacslav Suzecz;

vii. Dame Zofia Suzecz.

 

III. PATRICII ADRIATI

Each Burghers and Artisans of Adria, who embody the prosperity and industrious spirit of the Exilic Duchy, carry one vote in the Duma. Their voices reflect the mercantile heart of Adria’s economy.

 

i. Burgher Josef Euler; 

ii. Burgher Regina Bluecrest; 

ii. Burgher Stefan Euler.

 

IV. CROWS ADRIATI

Each Noble Houses with Ties to the Founding Houses of Sarkozic and Vladov carry one vote, representing the shared legacy of their historical role in Adrian statehood.

 

i. Sarkozic var Aldersberg; 

ii. Suzecz;

iii. Tuvyic;

iv. Vladov.

 

V. CROWS PROPIUS

Each Lord Crows of Prominent Carrion Houses, with direct historical ties to Adria, bear one vote, contributing to matters of general governance. However, their votes are nullified in existential questions concerning Adria’s sovereignty.

 

i. Barbanov;

ii. Basrid var Susa;

iii. Ivanovich;

iv. Kovachev;

v. Rostova;

vi. Sarkozic var Helena. 

 

VI. CROWS EXTERIUS

The Distant Carrion Houses, while granted a spectator seat in the Duma, collectively wield one vote as a bloc. This vote is excluded from existential decisions about the Duchy’s legacy.

 

i. Ludovar;

ii. Montalt;

iii. Novellen;

iv. Ruthern var Balian;

v. Ruthern var Haense.

 

PROCLAMATION OF CONVENTION:

The High Duma shall convene on the appointed date of [Saturday 8th of February, 4 PM EST], at Duma Hall of Beznov, accompanied by a grand festival to honor the legacy and unity of the Adrian people. 

 

Let every eligible elector attend and fulfill their duty to the Exilic Duchy, as mandated by the Dumageddon Doctrine, and the enduring spirit of Adrian Dumacracy.

 

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HIS LORDSHIP, Mateusz of the House Sarkozic, Regent of the Adrians, Count of Aldersberg

[duplantis 19]

"Blessed be Beznov!" the Knight who was slowly aging yelled throughout the town, probably scaring away a few birds.

[Laeonathan 5889]

[!] A letter lays in front of Mateusz' table.

 

In the unlikely case of my absence, I, Father Montfort, cast my vote for you, Count Mateusz of Aldersberg.

 

signed,

Father Montfort