Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska

Updated on the 9th of Msitza ag Dargund, 578 E.S., to account for the lines of Joren I and Josef of Galahar, and the dissolution of Hanseti-Ruska.

Republished as of the 1st of Wzuvar and Byvca 573 E.S., to account for changes made to the law through legislation of the Royal Duma, implemented Edicts, and for the reintegration of the Herzen Haurul into the Haurul Caezk, so that the Kongzem only has one lawcode.

KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the CROWN On the 1st day of Wzuvar ag Byvca of 573 E.S. EA BYK ZWE ZANYOTSKER ZWEER EA TER PETRAVEZKER. “I WOULD HAVE PERISHED HAD I NOT PERSISTED.” IT IS STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE THAT DEFINES THE HAESENI PEOPLE. These are the words written by King Sisigmund III ‘the Golden’ over a century ago. In this time we have driven back both Emperor and King. Now the eternal enemy lay crushed beneath twenty-thousand boots. The Haeseni have proven their strength by steel and blood. Our realm persists, as it shall for a thousand years. The Haurul Caezk was first written in 340 E.S., the year following the proclamation of the Edict of Separation and the independence of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska from Orenia. It was rewritten in its entirety throughout 400 E.S. by order of ‘the Golden’, and had persisted largely unchanged throughout the reigns of the three Kings to follow. We stand now 103 years since the signing of the Peace of Eastfleet and the de facto end of Heartlander Imperium. May this law be the only law to bind our people, from this day, until the last day. INDEX I. Jura i Jan Jeremi | “Jeremic Liberties.” II. Jura i Kongzem | “Law of the Kingdom.” III. Jura i Krima | “Law of Crime.” IV. Jura i Szlata | “Law of Nobility.” V. Jura i Osobaz | “Law of the People.” JURA I JAN JEREMI JEREMIC LIBERTIES “These words shall proclaim the inalienable rights of the Haeseni freeman.” Ch. I. “Regarding the Freeman” I.I. The Jeremic Liberties shall apply only to those freemen of Haeseni birth. I.II. A freeman who infringes on the Jeremic Liberties of another freeman shall forfeit the first, and may be struck down by the offended. I.III. A foreigner who infringes on the Jeremic Liberties of a freeman shall face summary execution. Ch. II. “The Jeremic Liberties” II.I. To each freeman is his own life, to take it is to be a thief, II.II. To each freeman his own time, to take it is to be a slaver, II.III. To each freeman his own sword, to take it is to blind him, II.IV. To each freeman his own wife, to take it is to injure him, II.V. And to each freeman his own farm, to take is to make him no man. i. In accordance with the Mandate of 529 E.S., the right to a farmstead shall be extended only to those freemen who have attained the rank of Armiger in the Brotherhood of Saint Karl. JURA I KONGZEM LAW OF THE KINGDOM “These words shall proclaim the composition and the government of the Kingdom.” Ch. I. “The Crown” (Ve Krawn) I.I. The Crown of Hanseti-Ruska shall be the incumbent monarch, whose authority shall be ultimate. I.II. By the will of the Crown shall government and armies form, shall Nobles and Knights be named, and shall laws and land be administered. I.III. The Crown shall be succeeded, in death or abdication: FIRSTLY by the eldest child and their line, SECONDLY by the next eldest child and their line, and so on and so forth, THIRDLY by the eldest sibling and their line, FOURTHLY by the next eldest sibling and their line, and so on and so forth, FIFTHLY by the eldest relative in adherence to lineal ascent, and SIXTHLY by elevation of a blooded kinsman of the Royal House by majority vote of the Royal Duma. I.IV. The Koengraeken shall commemorate the reigning monarchs and consorts of the Kingdom, and they shall be: i. Petyr I “the Founder,” born Petyr var Sigmar Barbanov, reigning 131-135 E.S. ii. Andrik II “the Winter King,” born Andrik Otto var Petyr Barbanov, reigning 135-139 E.S. iii. Marius I “the Good,” born Marus var Andrik Barbanov, reigning 139-164 E.S. iv. Petyr II “the Poxed,” born Petyr Mark var Marus Barbanov, reigning 164-164 E.S. v. Stefan “the Green,” born Stefan Karl var Marus Barbanov, reigning 164-177 E.S. vi. Otto I “the Hero of Asaili,” born Otto Henrik var Andrik Barbanov, reigning 177-177 E.S. vii. Otto II “the Prudent,” born Otto Georg var Otto Barbanov, reigning 177-197 E.S. viii. Otto III “the Builder,” born Otto Stefan var Otto Barbanov, reigning 197-208 E.S. ix. Karl II “the Stubborn,” born Karl Marus var Otto Barbanov, reigning 208-219 E.S. x. Franz II “the Unfortunate,” born Franz Jakob var Heinrik Bihar, reigning 219-219 E.S. xi. Sigmar I “the Short,” born Sigmar Lothar var Robert Bihar, reigning 219-235 E.S. xii. Robert I “the Kind,” born Robert Lothar var Sigmar Lothar, reigning 235-260 E.S. xiii. Marius II “the Brash,” born Marus Demetrius var Robert Bihar, reigning 260-272 E.S. xiv. Andrik III “the Unyielding,” born Andrik Lothar var Marus Bihar, reigning 272-299 E.S. xv. Andrik IV “the Preserver,” born Andrik Petyr var Andrik Bihar, reigning 299-306 E.S. xvi. Sigismund II “the Soldier,” born Otto Sigismund var Andrik Bihar, reigning 306-329 E.S. xvii. Josef I “the Temperate,” born Josef Sigismund var Otto Bihar, reigning 329-359 E.S. xviii. Henrik II “the Stern,” born Henrik Karl var Josfer Bihar, reigning 359-391 E.S. xix. Sigismund III “the Golden,” born Sigismund Karl var Henrik Bihar, reigning 391-426 E.S. xx. Karl III “the Lion,” born Karl Sigmar var Sigismund Bihar, reigning from 426-458 E.S. xxi. Georg I “the Summer King,” born Georg Sigismund var Karl Bihar, reigning from 458 E.S-482 E.S. xxii. Aleksandr II “the Conqueror,” born Aleksandr Otto var Georg Bihar, reigning from 482 E.S-522 E.S. xxiii. Ivan VIII “the Twin Crow,” born Ivan Aleksandr var Aleksandr Bihar, reigning from 522 E.S.-539 E.S. xxiv. Nataliya I “the Twin Crow,” born Nataliya Leopoldina var Franz Morovar, reigning from 533 E.S.-539 E.S. after being elevated to regnant and co-monarch with Ivan VIII. xxv. Marius III “the Rotund,” born Marus Nikolas var Ivan Bihar, reigning from 539 E.S.-557 E.S. xxvi. Karl IV “the Pious,” born Karl Frederik var Marus Bihar, reigning from 557 E.S.-571 E.S. xxvii. Joren I, born Joren Manfred var Marus Bihar, incumbent monarch from 571 E.S. i. Reza Kovachev van Turov “the First,” consort to Andrik II, reigning 135-139 E.S. ii. Adelajda Ruthern van Metterden “the Deceitful,” consort to Marus I, reigning 148-164 E.S. iii. Elizaveta Staunton van Courland “the Loathed,” consort to Stefan I, reigning 166-172 E.S. iv. Katherina Kovachev van Karnatiya “the Unsung,” consort to Otto I, reigning 177-180 E.S. v. Eleanor d’Amaury van Lotharingiya “the Astute,” consort to Otto II, reigning 180-197 E.S. vi. Iyngrid Sarkozic van Ulgaard “the Good,” consort to Otto III, reigning 197-208 E.S. vii. Tatyana Ruthern van Metterden “the Blue,” consort to Franz II, reigning 219-219 E.S. viii. Sofiya Chivay van Kastir “the Fair,” consort to Sigmar I, reigning 219-235 E.S. ix. Elizaveta Ruthern van Vidaus “the Simple,” consort to Robert I, reigning 235-260 E.S. x. Klaudiya Vanir van Vasiland “the Shrewd,” consort to Marus II, reigning 261-272 E.S. xi. Milena Carrion van Adria “the Red,” consort to Andrik III, reigning 279-295 E.S. xii. Maya Alimar van Muldav “the Brazen,” consort to Andrik IV, reigning 299-306 E.S. xiii. Viktoriya Ruthern van Metterden “the Warrior Queen,” consort to Sigmund II, reigning 319-329 E.S. xiv. Isabel Baruch van Valwyck “the Candid,” consort to Josef I, reigning 339-359 E.S. xv. Mariya Amador van Aurveldt “the Young,” first consort to Heinrik II, reigning 360-368 E.S. xvi. Annika Vyronov van Astfield “the Traditionalist,” second consort to Heinrik II, reigning 376-391 E.S. xvii. Emma Kortrevich van Jerovitz “the Golden,” consort to Sigismund III, reigning 391-426 E.S. xviii. Amadea Basrid van Susa “the Formidable,” consort to Karl III, reigning 426-458 E.S. xix. Esfir Kortrevich van Jerovitz “the Heir,” first consort to Georg I, reigning 458-473 E.S. xx. Sofia Pelear van Hyspia “the Sapphire,” second consort to Georg I, reigning 476-482 E.S. xxi. Amaya Colborn van Venzia “the People's Queen,” consort to Aleksandr II, reigning 482-522 E.S. xxii. Nataliya Morovar van Ghaestenwald “the Twin Crow,” consort to Ivan VIII, reigning 522 E.S.-533 E.S. until her elevation to regnant and co-monarch with Ivan VIII. xxiii. Juliya Barclay van Reinmar “the Alloy,” consort to Marius III, reigning 539 E.S.-552 E.S. xxiv. Nadya Weiss van Novkursain, consort to Joren I, incumbent consort from 571 E.S. Ch. II. “The Aulic Government” (Ve Euylik Birodalir) II.I. By the grace of the Crown shall the Aulic Government manage all affairs of the Kingdom, and it shall consist of the Aulic Council, the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, the Marian Retinue, the Aulic Court, the Royal Court, and the Royal Duma. Ch. III. “The Aulic Council” (Ve Euylik Konkil) III.I. The Aulic Council shall lead the Aulic Government, and the Palatine shall lead the Aulic Council as greatest advisor of the Crown. III.II. Upon the Aulic Council shall sit: i. Ve Palatin (“the Palatine”), who shall wield the Golden Bulava as leader of the Aulic Council. ii. Ve Herzen i ve Duma (“The Speaker of the Duma”), who shall wield the Black Bulava as overseer of the Royal Duma. iii. Ve Hauchkommandant (“The Marshal”), who shall wield the Iron Bulava as commander of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl. iv. Ve Kossarowain (“The Knight Paramount”), who shall wield the Steel Bulava as First Knight of the Knight's Table. v. Ve Aranyiaz (“The Treasurer”), who shall wield the Silver Bulava and cultivate the wealth of the Kingdom. vi. Ve Szara (“The Emissar”), who shall wield the Ivory Bulava and represent the Crown diplomatically. vii. Ve Hauchherzenas (“The Grand Lady”), who shall wield the Rose Bulava as representative of the Royal Courts. viii. Ve Haucdragus (“The Royal Curator”), who shall wield the Lead Bulava and shall preserve and promote our heritage. III.III. The Consort and the Heir shall have the right to attend meetings of the Aulic Council. Ch. IV. “The Brotherhood of Saint Karl” (Ve Oreonir Svankt Karleo) IV.I. The Brotherhood of Saint Karl shall be the army of the Kingdom and keeper of its peace, and the Marshal shall command it. IV.II. No other army shall stand nor recruit without the assent of the Crown. Ch. V. “The Aulic Court” (Ve Wicaczjoest) V.I. The Aulic Court shall be the judges of law of the Kingdom, and it shall consist of the Boyars of the Royal Duma and the Crown-appointed Jovenaars as the foremost judges in the realm. V.II. The Crown may appoint Jovenaars to sit upon the Aulic Court alongside the Boyars of the Royal Duma. V.III. The Chief Jovenaar shall be in charge of overseeing the Aulic Court, including, but not limited to, arranging trials, publishing judgements and legal reviews, and so forth. V.IV. The Chief Jovenaar shall be selected from the members of the Aulic Court by the members of the Aulic Court through a majority vote, though they may not be a member of the Aulic Council. V.V. The Crown may convene the Aulic Court whenever a dispute of law is brought before them to trial the matter and pass down judgment. V.VI. Those who come before the Aulic Court may resolve their issue by: i. Trial by Plea, wherein all parties shall present their case to the Court by word of mouth and evidence, and this shall be the default form of trial where parties cannot agree on another form, ii. Trial by Combat, wherein the parties shall duel to yield to determine the wrongdoer, and is reserved only to those of Haeseni blood. V.VII. The Aulic Court shall punish the guilty in proportion to their age, capability, and wrong they have done. V.VIII. Let they who believe the Court to have wronged them profess their innocence before the Crown. Ch. VI. “The Royal Duma” (Ve Krawneo Duma) VI.I. The Royal Duma shall sit as representatives of the Haeseni people by the grace of the Crown to advise on matters of law and action, and the Speaker shall oversee the assembly to ensure its sittings are peaceful and productive. VI.II. The Speaker shall be recommended to the Crown through a vote in the Royal Duma, of which those eligible for recommendation are: i. Being a Haeseni peer of landed title or their chosen representative, i.i A potential representative must be of 16 years of age or older, a resident of the Peer’s fief, of moral character and in good standing, and a faithful member of the Church of the Canon. ii. Being a Royal Alderman. VI.III. The Royal Duma shall consist of a singular legislative assembly, which shall be responsible for the following: i. The Royal Duma may offer legislation freely unless otherwise noted: i.i The Royal Duma may not offer legislation on nobility and titles. i.ii. The Royal Duma may not offer legislation on the military and its structure. i.iii. The Royal Duma may not offer legislation on the dynasty laws of the current Royal House. ii. The Royal Duma may vote on and ratify treaties negotiated by the Crown and the discretion of the Lord Emissar. iii. To call a vote of no-confidence for offices of the Royal Duma: Lord Speaker, Lord Handler, Lord Auditor. If the chamber achieved a two-thirds majority vote the recommendation is sent to the Crown for final decision. iv. To mandate national holidays. v. To Charter Royal Guilds and Royal Companies. vi. To regulate laws and domestic policies of the Royal State. vii. To enact proposals for naturalization and citizenship. viii. To nominate individuals for induction into the Royal Orders of Merit. VI.IV. Upon the Royal Duma shall sit: i. The Members of the Duma, who shall be either every Haeseni peer of landed title or their appointed representative. ii. The Royal Aldermen. iii. The Grand Maer. iv. The Palatine, only as an arbitrator if a vote is tied. VI.V. The Grand Maer shall be elected to the Royal Duma through public elections, and whose term shall last four sessions of the Royal Duma, in which any Haeseni adult may run if they do not currently sit upon the Duma. The Maer shall be responsible for, and entitled to: i. Manage the Royal Capital’s tavern, or employ someone to do so. ii. Maintain the appearance of the Crownlands and Capital, and aid the Crown with improvements to infrastructure. iii. Hold festivities within the Crownlands and Capital, and liaise with the Royal Court. iv. Publish Writs of Banishment and direct soldiers of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl if their commands are not contrary to that of the Officers, the Aulic Council, or the Crown. v. Reside within the Maer’s Chamber of the Royal Duma Hall for the duration of their term. VI.VI. The Royal Aldermen shall be nominated to the Royal Duma by public election, with their terms being four sessions of the Royal Duma, in which any Haeseni adult may run if they do not currently sit upon the Duma. i. Royal Aldermen may be either of common or noble birth. ii. Royal Aldermen may not be the consort or heir of a Haeseni peer of landed title. iii. Royal Aldermen may not be an Aulic Council member. VI.VII. On the first sitting of every session following an election cycle, there shall be elected from among the members of the Royal Duma and chosen by prerogative of the Speaker: i. The Lord Handler, who shall aid in all apparent duties of the Speaker, stands responsible for marking attendance and voting tallies, and assumes the role as overseer of the Royal Duma in absence of the Speaker. ii. The Royal Inquisitor, who shall summon citizens and government officials to testify in the chamber, review the legality and validity of introduced legislation, and perform audits on the performance of the government, specifically regarding the implementation of legislation passed by the Duma. VI.VIII. The Royal Duma shall sit once called by the Speaker, and those who neglect to attend regularly shall have their privilege suspended by the Crown. VI.IX. A sitting of the Royal Duma that lacks at least half of its members and the Black Bulava shall be unlawful. Ch. VII. “The Royal Court” (Ve Krawneo Kort) VII.I. The Royal Court shall be responsible for the maintenance of the Royal Grounds, and social, cultural, marital, and educational aspects of the Kingdom, and the Grand Lady shall lead the Royal Court on behalf of the Crown. VII.II. The spouse of the Heir shall oversee the Royal Court with the Crown’s guidance, and shall be permitted to make appointments, and write reforms to the structure of the Royal Court if granted Crown assent. Ch. VIII. “The Hospital of St. Amyas” (Ve Szpital Svankt Amyaseo) VIII.I. Led by the Surgeon General, the Hospital of St. Amyas is a body of certified medical practitioners with the purpose of treating the injured and the ill. Ch. IX. “Haeseni Language” (Haenzi Jeazik) IX.I. The language of the Kingdom shall be New Marian (Naumariav). Ch. X. “Sigmundic Calendar” (Sigmundik Kalendar) X.I. The dates of the Kingdom shall follow the Sigmundic Calendar, whose months are: i. Wzuvar ag Byvca, known in common as Snow’s Maiden, ii. Jula ag Piov, known in common as Malin’s Welcome, iii. Vzmey ag Hyff, known in common as the First Seed, iv. Gronna ag Droba, known in common as the Grand Harvest, v. Tov ag Yermey, known in common as the Sun’s Smile, vi. Msitza ag Dargund, known in common as the Amber Cold, vii. Joma ag Umund, known in common as the Deep Cold. X.II. The year of the Sigmundic Calendar shall be 349 years more than the Common Calendar and suffixed with E.S., or Ehr Sigmunda. Ch. XI. “Faith” (Lendyya) XI.I. The faith of the Kingdom shall be Canonism, and no other faith shall be practised. JURA I KRIMA LAW OF CRIME “These words shall proclaim the law of order of the Kingdom.” Ch. I. “Regarding the rule of law” I.I. No man shall be punished for a crime not within this code of honour. I.II. Let he who attempts or conspires to commit a crime be guilty of Attempt, to be punished as if they had committed the crime itself. I.III. Let he who aids or conspires with another to commit a crime be guilty of Contribution, to be punished as if they had committed the crime itself. I.IV. Let he who commits a crime through carelessness or recklessness be guilty of Negligence, to be punished as if they had committed the crime itself. I.V. Let he who aids criminals and frustrates justice be guilty of Obstruction. I.VI. Let he who abuses their rank or office for improper gain be guilty of Corruption. Ch. II. “Regarding blasphemy and heinous acts against GOD” II.I. Let he who flouts the teachings of the Church of the Canon be guilty of Heresy, and let he who undermines or challenges the teachings of GOD, his prophets, saints, and scriptures be guilty of Sacrilege. II.II. Let he who soils a place or object of Godani, be it church, relic or graveyard, through drunkenness, dress, tongue, theft, vandalism or exhumation be guilty of Desecration. II.III. Let he who lies with another outside of matrimony be guilty of Fornication. II.IV. Let he who lies with his parent, child, niece, nephew, aunt, uncle, brother, or sister of the other, either by marriage or by blood be guilty of Incest. II.V. Let he who lies with a Descendant of another race be guilty of Miscegenation. II.VI. Let he who consumes the flesh of another be guilty of Cannibalism. Ch. III. “Regarding the usage of magic, sorcery and witchcraft” III.I. Let he who uses or practices dark magic be guilty of Dark Witchcraft. III.II. Let he who is of demonic, necrotic, or otherwise unholy origin be guilty of Abomination. Ch. IV. “Regarding acts of treason and invasion” IV.I. Let he who conspires to bring harm against or breaks an oath to the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Treason. IV.II. Let he who partakes in the conspiracy to bring harm against the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom either by assisting, supplying, hiding, or deliberately not sharing knowledge of the suspected traitor be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Aiding and Abetting Treason. IV.III. Let he who conspires to bring harm against crows for political or religious reasonings against the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom be branded a traitor to the realm and guilty of Treason. IV.IV. Let he who partakes in the conspiracy to bring harm against crows for political or religious reasonings against the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom either by assisting, supplying, hiding or deliberately not sharing means and knowledge of harming crows be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Aiding and Abetting Treason. IV.V. Let he who shares information that the Crown has deemed to be of classified nature be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Espionage. IV.VI. Let he who speaks foul or ill to that of the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Sedition. IV.VII. Let he who organises or partakes in an armed group against the Crown, the Royal Household, or the Kingdom be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Insurrection. IV.VIII. Let he who organises or partakes in an armed group within that of the ranks of soldiery against their superiors be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Mutiny. IV.IX. Let he who abandons his duties as a soldier be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Desertion. IV.X. Let he who belongs to a foreign military or organisation enacting law or will on Haeseni land be guilty of Invasion. IV.XI. Let he who peddles or possesses walnuts be branded a traitor to the realm and be guilty of Poisoning. Ch. V. “Regarding counterfeiters, forgery and fraud” V.I. Let he who forges the seal or signature, writes false records, legal documents, or other documents regarding the realm be guilty of Forgery. V.II. Let he who sells misrepresented or stolen wares, mints currencies within the realm on his own accord, or knowingly spreads it be guilty of Forgery by Counterfeiting. V.III. Let he who presents himself as another be guilty of Impersonation. V.IV. Let he who flouts his debts be guilty of Racketeering. V.V. Let he who opens a letter addressed to another, seizes correspondence, or brings harm to any courier within the realm be guilty of Obstruction of Correspondence. Ch. VI. “Regarding murder, manslaughter, assault, abduction and enslavement” VI.I. Let he who slays another outside of battle be guilty of Murder. VI.II. Let he who takes the life of another without the intent of doing such be guilty of Manslaughter. VI.III. Let he who harms another outside of battle be guilty of Assault. VI.IV. Let he who captures another by force or deception be guilty of Abduction. VI.V. Let he who entraps another in his service with threat or force be guilty of Enslavement. Ch. VII. “Regarding theft, trespass, and general menace” VII.I. Let he who steals any belonging or coin of another be guilty of Theft. VII.II. Let he who extorts tolls under threat of arms be guilty of Banditry. VII.III. Let he who intrudes on the land of another, be it fief or building, be guilty of Trespass. VII.IV. Let he who defaces the property of another or does damage to that of farmlands, forestry or domesticated animal be guilty of Vandalism. i. Alterations to existing structures without authorization by the Crown or its Maer shall be considered as defacement and damage. ii. Erection of new structures without authorization by the Crown or its Maer shall be considered as defacement and damage. iii. Utilization of luminescent inkage visible to the public shall be considered as defacement and damage. VII.V. Let he who wrongly slanders the name and honour of another be guilty of Defamation. VII.VI. Let he who persists as a nuisance to others be guilty of Harassment. VII.VII. Let he who peddles, possesses, or consumes intoxicants other than drink be guilty of Degeneracy. JURA I SZLATA LAW OF NOBILITY “These words shall proclaim the standards, privileges, and responsibilities of the Noble class.” Ch. I. “Regarding the Noble Class” I.I. The Nobility or Noble Class shall include those who hold a Title of Nobility. I.II. Titles of Nobility shall be titles granted by the Crown to a Haeseni citizen, and that title shall pass unto their heir. I.III. Titles of Nobility granted by the Crown which disallow inheritance to a successor shall be known as a Life Peerage. I.IV. Life Peerages shall be titular titles, granted to an individual by the Crown, and shall return to the Crown upon the death of that individual. I.V. Titles of Nobility within the Kingdom shall include: i. Hauchprinzen ludr Hauchprinzenas (“Grand Prince or Grand Princess”), awarded titularly to the Heir Apparent of the Kingdom, and shall be referred to as “Your Serene Highness,” (“Vyr Haurazir”). ii. Prinzen ludr Prinzenas (“Prince or Princess”), awarded titularly to members of the Royal House, and shall be referred to as “Your Highness,” (“Vyr Hauraz”). iii. Herzen ludr Herzenas (“Duke or Duchess”), and shall be referred to as “Your Grace,” (“Vyr Graiz”). iv. Margravir ludr Margraviras (“Margrave or Margravine”), and shall be referred to as “Your Most Honourable,” (“Vyr Kariavir”). v. Komit ludr Komitas (“Count or Countess”), and shall be referred to as “Your Right Honourable,” (“Vyr Kariavir”). vi. Vikomit ludr Vikomitas (“Viscount or Viscountess”), and shall be referred to as “Your Right Honourable,” (“Vyr Kariavir”). vii. Bossir ludr Bossira (“Baron or Baroness”), and shall be referred to as “Your Honourable,” (“Vyr Kariav”). viii. Eidler ludr Eidlas (“Edler or Edlen”), and shall be referred to as “The Noble,” (“Ve Edal”). ix. Kossar ludr Kossaras (“Knight or Dame”), awarded titularly to sworn knights of the Marian Retinue, and shall be referred to as “Ser,” or “Dame.” Ch II. “The Peerage and Nobility” II.I. The undisputed right of all nobility shall include: i. The privilege to host a family who shall dedicate themselves to the Kingdom in service of arms, politics, and all other aspects ii. The privilege to petition the Crown and request a private audience iii. The privilege to bear a heraldic coat of arms iv. The privilege and entitlement to be executed by way of beheading v. The privilege to elect a Champion of Haeseni blood to fight on their behalf in a Trial by Combat vi. The privilege to a Regent in the event a Liege is below the age of Eighteen vii. The privilege to determine inheritance to titles with the Crown’s permission viii. The privilege to marry another member of the Noble Class II.II. All titled peers, in addition to those above, are given the following privileges and rights: i. The privilege to sit on the Royal Duma ii. The privilege to own a keep with walls to host their kin iii. The privilege to defend their land from invasion iv. The privilege to settle taxable tenants on their promised land v. The privilege to employ a guard of retainers, of who are in service to the Crown firstly vi. The privilege to sit as a permanent boyar of ve Herzenvrest Ch. III. “Regarding inheritance, disownment, and bastardry” III.I. When a landed peer is below the age of sixteen, a Regent, who shall be chosen by the late landed peer or by consensus of the House, shall manage their affairs. III.II. Landed titles shall be held until the death of the landed peer or until he abdicates from his title and duties. III.III. Landed titles and their land shall be inherited, whether after death or abdication: FIRSTLY by the eldest child and their line, SECONDLY by next eldest child and their line, and so on and so forth, THIRDLY by the eldest sibling and their line, FOURTHLY by the next eldest sibling and their line, and so on and so forth, FIFTHLY by the eldest relative in adherence to lineal ascent, SIXTHLY by resolution of the Crown or the Royal Duma. and SEVENTHLY through the means of a family’s culture approved by the Crown III.IV. A disowned member of a House shall have all privileges, honours, and titles revoked as if they were born into the Common Class. III.V. A disinherited member of a House shall remain of the Noble Class, but shall not be capable of inheriting any landed title. III.VI. A Noble who behave as follows shall be automatically disinherited: i. Join the priesthood, ii. Take a spouse who is not of a Noble House in the Kongzem or abroad without permission from the crown, iii. Marry out of their Noble House without permission from the crown, iv. Assume rank or office in a foreign nation. III.VII. A Noble guilty of the following shall be automatically disowned: i. Swearing an oath of fealty to a foreign sovereign, ii. Denouncing the faith of Canonism, iii. Committing the crime of treason. III.X. Those born of a lawful marriage shall be lawful children and inheritors of their family name and holdings. III.XI. Those born outside of lawful marriage shall be bastards, incapable of inheriting their family name and holdings. III.XII. Barred of their family name, bastards may take the following names in their stead: i. Maanska, if born in the Royal Capital ii. Arav, if born in the wilderness iii. Heidyr, if born on a farm iv. Barrow, if of Barbanov, Ruthern, Ludovar, or Kovachev v. Vander, if of Baruch vi. Kort, if of Kortrevich vii. Nikuldov, if of Amador viii. Schwarz, if of Weiss ix. Black, if of Colborn x. Kova, if of Korvacz xi. Caisin, if of van Leuven III.XIII. The Crown may legitimise a bastard, bestowing unto them the name, rights, and honours had they been born lawfully. III.XIV. Children born of any class but whose parents are dead or missing may be taken as wards to a noble family, but may not take the noble name nor inherit. Ch. IV. “Regarding Knighthood and Squires” IV.I. The title of Knight shall not be inherited and cease to be upon the death of the individual upon whom it was bestowed. IV.II. Nobles or Commoners of heroic renown may enlist as a Squire in the Marian Retinue, and may be dubbed as a Knight of the Marian Retinue if they succeed in the Knightly Trials assigned to them and by Royal Decree. Ch V. “The Herzenvrest” V.I. The Herzenvrest shall be a gathering of the kingdom’s vassalage, a formal meeting hosted by the Crown within the capital pertaining to matters of state. The Boyars of the Herzenvrest shall be titled peers over the age of sixteen or their regent if younger or incapable. V.II. The Herzenvrest shall be called and hosted by the Lord or Lady Palatine on behalf of the Crown, though can also be requested by the Speaker of the Duma in instances of great urgency. V.III. Boyars of the Herzenvrest are entitled to: i. The privilege to petition any and all qualms to the Crown regarding laws, disputes, or any other petitions necessary. ii. The privilege to debate laws, treaties, and doctrine, both national and local. JURA I OSOBAZ LAW OF THE PEOPLE “These words shall proclaim the structure, and instruments of Haeseni society.” Ch. I. “Regarding the Royal Orders of Merit” I.I. The Royal Orders of Merit shall consist of three chapters: i. The Robertine Order of Merit (KOM), for those of great excellence and merit in their service to the Kingdom through the government, administration, charity, progression, and the like. ii. The Wailer Order of Arts (KOA), for those of great excellence and merit in their service to the Kingdom through the arts, authorship, idealism, histories, and the like. iii. The Walton Order of the Unyielding (KOU), for those of great excellence and merit in their service to the Kingdom through the military, valour, persistence, and the like. I.II. Introduction into the Royal Orders of Merit shall be the prerogative of the Crown. I.III. The Royal Duma may nominate Haeseni individuals which it believes of great merit to the Crown for review. I.IV. Members of the Aulic Council are entitled to petition the Royal Duma to consider the merit of certain Haeseni individuals Ch. II. “Regarding the Common Class” II.I. The Common Class shall encompass all Haeseni who do not compose the Noble Class. Ch. III. “Regarding contractual agreements” III.I. All those above the age of sixteen may sign a contract, which must be either verbal or written, and must be upheld by the agreeing parties. III.II. Those under the ages of sixteen may sign a contract with the consent of their legal guardian. III.III. A contractual agreement may be terminated by the Aulic Court or the Crown, should they see suitable grounds to do so. III.IV. All written contracts must be signed in the presence of a Jovenaar as a contractual witness to be considered valid. Ch. IV. “Regarding armed disputes” IV.I. Duels must be permitted by the Aulic Court or the Crown and require their oversight. IV.II. The right to challenge another to a duel is reserved to those of Haeseni blood, determined by the Aulic Court or the Crown’s discretion. IV.III. Prospective Champions must be of Haeseni blood and selected only of those present at the time of declaration, and must receive assent by the Aulic Court or the Crown. IV.IV. Those of equal standing may settle civil disputes by the form of duel, wherein that Nobility may duel Nobility, and Commoners may duel Commoners. IV.V. Nobility shall be entitled to settle familiar disputes in the form of a family duel, in which an agreed upon number of members from each family duel to the last man standing.

Updated on the 11th of Joma ag Umund, 552 E.S., to account for the death of Queen Juliya of Reinmar and assorted amendments.

Updated on the 3rd of Gronna ag Droba, 552 E.S., to account for the lines of Marius III and Josef of Galahar.

VE HERZEN HAURUL THE NOBLE CODEX KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the CROWN On this 28th day of Gronna ag Droba of 549 E.S. EA BYK ZWE ZANYOTSKER ZWEER EA TER PETRAVEZKER. “I WOULD HAVE PERISHED HAD I NOT PERSISTED.” THE NOBILITY OF THE REALM HAVE WORKED GENERATIONS TO EARN THEIR STATIONS. It is with that great effort spanning decades, or even centuries, of hard work that makes them privy to many privileges and entitlements separate to that of the common citizen. However, this also includes a list of expectations to the noble class that all must abide by else they face disgrace or harsher punishment. INDEX I. Naf Herzen Lusz | “On Noble Rights” II. Naf Herzen Rulz | “On Noble Rules” NAF HERZEN LUSZ ON NOBLE RIGHTS “These words shall codify the distinct rights and privileges of the noble man” Ch I. “The Peerage and Nobility” I.I. The undisputed right of all nobility shall include: i. The privilege to host a family who shall dedicate themselves to the Kingdom in service of arms, politics, and all other aspects ii. The privilege to petition the Crown and request a private audience iii. The privilege to bear a heraldic coat of arms iv. The privilege and entitlement to be executed by way of beheading v. The privilege to elect a Champion of Haeseni blood to fight on their behalf in a Trial by Combat vi. The privilege to a Regent in the event a Liege is below the age of Eighteen vii. The privilege to determine inheritance to titles with the Crown’s permission viii. The privilege to marry another member of the Noble Class I.II. All titled peers, in addition to those above, are given the following privileges and rights: i. The privilege to sit on the Royal Duma ii. The privilege to own a keep with walls to host their kin iii. The privilege to defend their land from invasion iv. The privilege to settle taxable tenants on their promised land v. The privilege to employ a guard of retainers, of who are in service to the Crown firstly vi. The privilege to sit as a permanent boyar of ve Herzenvrest Ch II. “Ve Herzenvrest” II.I. Ve Herzenvrest shall be a gathering of the kingdom’s vassalage, a formal meeting hosted by the Crown within the capital pertaining to matters of state. The boyars of the ve Herzenvrest shall be titled peers over the age of sixteen or their regent if younger or incapable. II.II. Ve Herzenvrest shall be called & hosted by the Lord or Lady Palatine on behalf of the Crown, though can also be requested by the Speaker of the Duma in instances of great urgency. II.III. Boyars of ve Herzenvrest are entitled to: i. The privilege to petition any and all qualms to the Crown regarding laws, disputes, or any other petitions necessary ii. The privilege to confirm a member of the Aulic Court (Eulyik Kort) as Jovenaar iii. The privilege to debate laws, treaties, and doctrine, both national and local iv. The privilege to amend ve Herzen Haurul through a majority vote NAF HERZEN RULZ ON NOBLE RULES “These words shall codify the unarguable rules and responsibilities of the noble man” III.III. All Nobility are responsible for the following: i. The responsibility to forever swear to the Crown, and to protect its life ii. The responsibility to forever swear to Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People iii. The responsibility to follow all laws of the Book of Honour, and adhere to any changes iv. The responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People v. The responsibility to fight for the Crown, and uphold its cause vi. The responsibility to summon the forces of your kin when His Majesty wills it vii. The responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska’s borders, and fend off all of Her enemies viii. The responsibility to advise the Crown and seek the greatest outcomes for the Kingdom viv. The responsibility to obey and enforce the laws of Hanseti-Ruska within their vassal lands x. The responsibility to ensure the well-being and discipline of their retainers

THE THIRD MARIAN ADMINISTRATION KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the OFFICE OF THE PALATINE Naf zwy 16th i Misitza ag Dargund i 547 E.S. HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, MARIUS III NIKOLAS, KING OF HANSETI AND RUSKA AS THE MONARCH @Dogged Following the shocking deaths of his parents and predecessors, King Ivan VIII and Queen Nataliya I, Marius ascended the throne on 539 E.S. (1986 F.A.) at the age of twenty-four. The young monarch did not waste any time after the unfortunate accident that claimed the lives of the Twin Crows as plans to reform the Kingdom's noble structure almost immediately came to fruition alongside the success of his diplomatic efforts to maintain the remnants his father's legacy: The Covenant of Man. His Majesty has always aimed to be a champion of transparency and is often seen amongst his people when he does not work tirelessly with the Aulic Council to administer the Kingdom. ______ HER ROYAL MAJESTY, JULIYA ELENA, QUEEN OF HAENSE AS THE CONSORT @annabanana1014 Since their childhood and before their betrothal, Princess Juliya Barclay and the then Grand Prince Marius always remained close. King Ivan VIII saw this relationship flourish and, alongside Prince Alfred I and Leon II of Reinmar, sought to strengthen the ties between the Haeseni and Reinmaren further through an alliance of marriage. At a young age, the darling Princess was a common face seen throughout the city of Naevaldev. When it came time to finally rule as Queen-Consort alongside King Marius III, Her Majesty did not hesitate to call for the restoration of the Royal Courts which she fittingly named "The Hope Court" (New Marian: Ve Nadziesk Kort). ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ THE AULIC COUNCIL “Va Eyvize ve Krawn.” ‘To Advise the Crown.’ The AULIC COUNCIL (New Marian: EUYLIK KONKIL), or officially known as the AULIC COUNCIL AND PRIVY COUNCIL OF THE CROWN, is composed of commanding members of several Aulic Offices, who hold authority over the Kingdom’s legislature, military, law, interior affairs, treasury and foreign affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and advises the Sovereign on matters of varying significance. Historically, the Aulic Council has been composed of several trustworthy advisors who oversee the Offices of Palatine, Marshal, Speaker, etcetera. In most cases, those born of nobility have held a seat on the Council although there have been cases where members of the gentry have also held a seat on the Council. As per tradition, these Aulic Councillors [...] ‘are distinguished by the unique bulavas forged using different metals to symbolize where their authority reaches in the Kingdom. The reign of King Petyr I saw the creation of the first Aulic office, the Lord Palatine (f. Chancellor of Haense) which has since been occupied by many under the reigns of the Haeseni monarchs.’ Since Petyr I’s reign, the Aulic Council has emerged as a flourishing body of Haeseni government. History has seen the addition of various Aulic offices to advise the King in matters such as stewardry, foreign affairs, and more. Presented below are these offices and who currently holds them at the leisure of the current reigning monarch, Marius III, in ranking of authority. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE PALATINE ‘Bar Maan Ovare Syr’ (Only Death is Fair) “The Office of the Palatine shall serve as the office of the head of government and assume responsibility for the efficient functioning of the Aulic Government and Haeseni systems and institutions.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XLII PALATIN Erik Kortrevich, 9th Vikomit van Krusev Erik Kortrevich, 9th Viscount of Krusev 536 E.S. - Present | 1983 A.H. - Present @erictafoya Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I, Marius III Lord Palatine, Erik Kortrevich, since 536 E.S. has been entrusted as ‘the penultimate authority of the realm, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as Head of Government and first aide to the sovereign at his behest’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER ‘Va Yprezide Awvr ve Ylegizlatyre’ (To Preside over the Legislature) “The Office of the Speaker shall serve as administrator of the legislature of the Aulic Government, his Majesty’s Royal Duma, and oversee the integral functioning of the body and its frequent meetings.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XX HERZEN Tatiyana vas Ruthern, 11th Herzenas van Vidaus Tatiyana vas Ruthern, 11th Duchess of Vidaus 539 E.S. - Present | 1986 A.H. - Present @Mady Monarch(s): Marius III Lady Speaker, Tatiyana vas Ruthern, since 539 E.S. has been entrusted as the presiding officer of the Duma [...] ‘responsible for calling forth sessions during each term and facilitating the deliberation of the Duma, and for delivering legislation to the Crown and the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska to receive royal assent’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE MARSHAL ‘Fitsk dlum ze Birodal’ (To Fight for the Realm) “The Office of the Marshal shall assume sole responsibility for the management of the Royal Army of Hanseti-Ruska, ensuring the protection of the Kingdom and surrounding Haeseni realm from hostile pretenders.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XXVIII HAUCKOMANDANT Ser Caspian Colborn Sir Caspain Colborn 529 E.S. - Present | 1976 A.H. - Present @Sandman_Plays Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I, Marius III The Lord Marshal, Sir Caspian Colborn since 529 E.S has been entrusted as ‘the commanding member who holds the authority over the Kingdom’s military orders, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as the head of Defence of the Haeseni realm.’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE TREASURER ‘Va Meynage ve Kongzem’s Tryzery’ (To Manage the Kingdom’s Treasury) “The Office of the Treasurer shall assume responsibility for the management of the Royal Treasury and the economic and fiscal affairs of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XV ARANYIAZ Henrik-Otto Ludovar, 2nd Margravir van Kvasz Henrik-Otto Ludovar, 2nd Margrave of Kvasz 538 E.S. - Present | 1985 A.H. - Present @HogoBojo Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I, Marius III Lord Treasurer, Henrik-Otto Ludovar, since 538 E.S. has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member who holds the authority over upholding the Kingdom’s economic affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as one of the Heads of Economic and first aide to the Crown in all economic manners’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE EMISSAR ‘Atsk az ve Krawn’s Ropryzentav’ (To Act as the Crown’s Representative) “The Office of the Envoy shall assume the diplomatic responsibilities of the Aulic Government through international correspondence, the broaching of international treaties and pacts, the establishment of Haeseni embassies internationally, and the hosting of allied ambassadors within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XVI SZARA Prinzenas Milena Barbanov-Bihar Prinzenas Milena Anastasya, Duchess-consort of Galahar 533 E.S. - Present | 1980 A.H. - Present @MunaZaldrizoti Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I, Marius III Lady Emissar, Milena Barbanov-Bihar, since 533 E.S. has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member who holds the authority overseeing the Kingdom’s foreign affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as one of the Heads of Diplomacy and first aide to the Crown in all diplomatic matters.’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE GRAND LADY ‘Va Obdrazl Ameneir ag Steandik’ (To Uphold Manners and Decorum) “The Office of the Grand Lady shall assume oversight of the Royal Court alongside the Crown to maintain the quality of the Royal Courts and the social events held within them.” XXVI HAUCHERZENAS Svetlana Colborn Lady Svetlana vas Ruthern-Colborn 542 E.S. - Present | 1989 A.H. - Present @libertyybelle Monarch(s): Marius III Grand Lady, Svetlana Ruthern-Colborn, since 542 E.S. has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member of the Royal Court who enforces courtly etiquette to the highest standard and oversees the workings of the Custodian of the Palace and the Court Chamberlain, ensuring the quality of the events that they hold.’ ╠═════════════════════════════════════════════╣ OFFICE OF THE ROYAL CURATOR ‘Va utregy ve nacjwos edalzung’ (To maintain the nations culture) (COA WIP) “The Office of the Royal Curator shall direct all academic and cultural affairs within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and oversee the positions beneath them to promote Haeseni culture through education, literature, music, food, clothing, and entertainment.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. IV HAUCHDRAGUS Rickard Kortrevich Lord Rickard Kortrevich 539 E.S. - Present | 1986 A.H. - Present @Nolan_ Monarch(s): Marius III Royal Curator, Rickard Kortrevich, since 539 E.S. has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member who holds the authority as the manager of the royal archives, chief educator, and leads the realm as the cultural advisor of the Crown, ensuring that our rich heritage is preserved.’ ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ THE BOYAR COUNCIL The BOYAR COUNCIL (New Marian: Ve Boyar Trevva) is a group of councillors, often with a singular particular focus or a range that the monarch calls upon for informal advice and suggestion in addition to that of the Aulic Council. Those that reach the office are often chosen for their personal loyalty, diligence and competence to the monarch themselves. Created during the reign of King Sigismund II and once more formulated and codified during the reign of King Sigismund III, the council continues to sit with the intent to bring prosperity to the kingdom. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣

VE HERZEN I VE DUMA THE SPEAKER OF THE DUMA KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the LORD PALATINE On behalf of THE CROWN On this 21st day of Tov ag Yermey of 539 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG ELDERVIK, THE LORD SPEAKER HENRIK AMADOR RETIRES THE CHAIR AND THE NEW SPEAKER HAS BEEN ELECTED. The Crown would like to express gratitude towards Lord Amador for his many years of loyal service to the Royal Duma and to our Kingdom. Throughout the entire reign of Ivan VIII and Nataliya I, and for a short period under our liege Marius III, the Lord Amador had maintained order within the halls and served both loyally and productively. Multiple bills were introduced and passed in the hopes to revitalize our capital city following reconstruction. May he find the remainder of his years tranquil and free of stresses as he settles into a life of deserved retirement. Following the Lords retirement in the Duma Hall, it was time for the boyars to elect his successor. In a tight race between the Duchess of Vidaus, Lady Tatiyana vas Ruthern, and the Margravatal Heir of Kvasz, Lord Sigmund Ludovar, Lady Ruthern managed to score the victory of nine votes to a commendable four. Following the election and confirmation of the Lady Speaker, Lord Ludovar managed to secure the position of Lord Handler. Lady Ruthern has long served the Kingdom in politics from an early age under the tutelage of the previous Lord Speaker. The newly elected Lady Speaker wishes to breathe fresh air into the Royal Duma by reintroducing term limits for Royal Aldermen as well as the restoration of the Royal Inquisitor, one of which has already been accomplished. The Crown holds no doubt in Her Excellency’s ability to ensure the steady flow of policies and the fair process of our longstanding Duma. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ IV JOVEO MAAN, His Royal Majesty, Marius III, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. Her Royal Majesty, Juliya of Reinmar, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-Consort of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margravine-Consort of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess-Consort of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess-Consort of Varna, Baroness-Consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Erik Otto Kortrevich, Lord Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Koravia, Lord of Emsgrad, Lord-Captain of ve Bykursain

VE HAUCDRAGUS THE ROYAL CURATOR KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the LORD PALATINE On behalf of THE CROWN On this 21st day of Tov ag Yermey of 539 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG ELDERVIK, THERE IS A COMMON SAYING THAT HISTORY MUST BE TAUGHT SO WE MAY LEARN NOT TO REPEAT OUR MISTAKES. From the reign of Sigismund II until the end of Josef I, the Royal Curator sat on the Aulic Council as the cultural advisor, master of archives, and the Kingdom’s premier historian. After the dissolution of the position, various attempts to upkeep the growing archives were made by genius scholars, the courts, and well versed in historians. These efforts are well applauded and recognized by the Crown, however in recent times it was determined that our archives were largely outdated and far too sporadic in its upkeep. Therefore, by decree of our liege Marius III, the Royal Curator shall be re-implemented into the Aulic Council and shall assume its previous duties as cultural advisor, chief educator, and master of archives. The effort to maintain our history and culture as it was under the helm of Sir Viktor Kortrevich, VKML, requires a scholar with a natural aptitude for history and an exceptional work ethic. Both the Palatial Government and Crown came to a consensus that Lord Rickard Hieromar Kortrevich, our Grand Maer, fit this criteria and more. His Excellency is entrusted to update the currently outdated archives, undertake projects to enrich our culture, and maintain our proud heritage with the Lead Bulava in hand. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ IV JOVEO MAAN, His Royal Majesty, Marius III, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. Her Royal Majesty, Juliya of Reinmar, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-Consort of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margravine-Consort of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess-Consort of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess-Consort of Varna, Baroness-Consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Erik Otto Kortrevich, Lord Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Koravia, Lord of Emsgrad, Lord-Captain of ve Bykursain

VE EDYKT I NAUVALDEV THE EDICT OF NEW VALDEV KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the LORD PALATINE On behalf of THE CROWN On this 21st day of Tov ag Yermey of 539 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG ELDERVIK, LONG AGO IN THE AULIC COUNCIL OF SIGISMUND II, SAT THE ROYAL CURATOR. For its entire existence, the Royal Curator had been in charge of maintaining the culture and recording the history of Hanseti-Ruska. In Arcas and New Reza, under the guidance of Benedict Cardinal Jorenus, then Bishop, and later Princess Alexandria Karina, the office truly flourished with the establishment of a museum and maintenance of the Royal Archives. After the death of Sir Viktor Kortrevich, VKML, Royal Curator and co-founder of Baruch & Kortrevich publishing, the seat remained vacant and eventually vanished altogether. No longer. The role that both culture and history plays in our rapidly progressing society is not something the Kingdom can afford to leave unmanaged. Despite the best efforts of Royal Archivists since the abolishment of the Curators Office, mainly Lord Henrik Amador, the records proved to be too much to handle for one single person to maintain. Therefore, it is the wish of the Crown, that the Royal Curator be reinstated as an official position under the Aulic Government where they shall sit on the Aulic Council, serve as the primary manager of the royal archives, chief educator and cultural advisor of the realm. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ ARTICLE I: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CURATOR The Royal Curator shall serve on the Aulic Council and wield the Lead Bulava as the Manager of the Royal Archives, Chief Educator, and Cultural Advisor of the realm. The Royal Curator shall be referred to as ‘His Excellency’ or ‘Her Excellency’. ARTICLE II: RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CURATOR The duties and obligations of the Royal Curator shall include: I. Maintaining the Royal Archives. II. Publishing doctrine in regards to education, cultural preservation and the promotion of our heritage. III. Hiring staff to manage their duties. IV. Advising the Crown and Aulic Council as primary cultural advisor. ARTICLE III: LEGISLATION The following shall be enshrined into Ve Haurul Caezk of 525 E.S. under Jura I Kongzem (Common: The Law of The Kingdom): III.II. Upon the Aulic Council shall sit: viii. Ve Haucdragus (“The Royal Curator”), who shall wield the Lead Bulava and shall preserve and promote our heritage. ╠══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╣ IV JOVEO MAAN, His Royal Majesty, Marius III, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. Her Royal Majesty, Juliya of Reinmar, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-Consort of Carnatia, Vanaheim, and Valwyck, Margravine-Consort of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess-Consort of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess-Consort of Varna, Baroness-Consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Erik Otto Kortrevich, Lord Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Koravia, Lord of Emsgrad, Lord-Captain of ve Bykursain

All heraldry and collars by @Zanthuz THE ROYAL ORDERS OF MERIT ATSK TIZ CEHZ AG KAROS “Act with Heart and Honour” VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, AWARDED TO THOSE WHO HAVE MADE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE KINGDOM, THE ROYAL ORDERS OF MERIT ARE ONES OF GREAT PRESTIGE. The inducted shall be linked to a relevant order in which they have served as paragons. With it comes the honourifics of ‘KOM’, ‘KOA’, or ‘KOU’ to represent Haense and Her people. The orders shall indefinitely be awarded to any Haensemen, regardless of their birth or bloodlines. The Royal Orders of Merit were originally established with the Edict of the Lily Garden of 469 E.S. by King Georg I, named after three of the most notable people of the ages in their pertinent areas. This Edict retired the Civil Knighthood of Queen Maya and the Lily, where these two are distinguished in that those inducted into the Royal Orders of Merit as a Kossar are not permitted to be referred to as a Ser or Dame. We do therefore proclaim the following: THE ROBERTINE ORDER OF MERIT KOSSAR OF MERIT (KOM) Named after the twice-served Lord Palatine, Robert Sigismund, the father of Biharism. Robert of Bihar served at a tumultuous time in Haeseni history, and persevered through the toils of the time, accomplishing many feats and forming the fundamental principles that Haense was founded upon. Robert of Bihar exemplifies the high status of excellence and merit set today that only few achieve and are rewarded for. Individuals who have demonstrated outstanding applied intelligence, administration, and charity may be considered for induction. Those who are deemed worthy will have displayed their promotion of central ideals, institutions and charity in service to the people of Haense. Kossars of the Robertine Order of Merit are entitled to use the signature KOM. THE WAILER ORDER OF ARTS KOSSAR OF ARTS (KOA) Named after the prolific historical author, Alistair Wailer. Alistair Wailer is one of the first and most revered Haeseni authors. He has given us an abundance of books and essays that have broadened the minds of all that have read his collection and inspired many others to take up the quill and add to the ever-expanding library of Haeseni works. Alistair Wailer personifies the artistic and literary nature that our Creator endowed all with, and the gift that only a few use to its full potential. Individuals who have demonstrated outstanding literacy, artistic or musical talent and produced great works may be considered for induction. Those who are deemed worthy will have displayed their skill and masterful works of art in the furthering of their field within Haense. Kossars of the Wailer Order of Arts are entitled to use the signature KOA. THE WALTON ORDER OF THE UNYIELDING KOSSAR OF THE UNYIELDING (KOU) Named after the valiant knight, Ser Walton ‘the Wall’. Ser Walton was Knight Paramount during the reign of King Karl III where he served loyally and diligently until his final breath. In the years prior, he had been the knight to end King Sigismund III’s suffering in a duel to the death by order of the King. Individuals who have demonstrated outstanding loyalty, courage, and leadership in their duties to their Kingdom may be considered for induction. Those who are deemed worthy will have displayed their strong moral character and selfless service in defense of the Crown of Haense. Kossars of the Order of the Unyielding are entitled to use the signature KOU. KOSSARS OF THE ROBERTINE ORDER OF MERIT Johanna Barclay - 472 E.S. | For services to Crown and kingdom as Lady Palatine. Posthumous. Granted by King Georg I. Marius Barbanov-Bihar - 498 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Palatine. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Josefina Barclay - 498 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lady Treasurer. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Roslin Baruch - 501 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lady Palatine. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Thondorus Stafyr - 503 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Treasurer. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Isaak Ludovar - 503 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Treasurer. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Iosif Basrid - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Palatine and Patriarch of Jorenus. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Ioanna d’Arkent-Kortrevich - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and Royal City as Grand Maer of New Valdev. Granted by King Marius III. KOSSARS OF THE WAILER ORDER OF ARTS Murtagh Amador - 498 E.S. | For substantial contributions as Master of the Wardrobe. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Fabian Kortrevich - 498 E.S. | For his leal service as Grand Lord of the Esrova Prikaz. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Viorica Kortrevich - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Grand Lady of the Esrova Prikaz. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Galina Godunov - 542 E.S. | For substantial contributions as Mistress of the Wardrobe. Granted by King Marius III. Charlotte Alstion - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and Royal City as Chief Architect of New Valdev. Granted by King Marius III. Wylein Alpyne - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown, kingdom and Royal City as Chief Architect of Morteskvan and for aiding in the planning and construction of New Valdev. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. KOSSARS OF THE WALTON ORDER OF THE UNYIELDING Arthur Gant - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Malcolm Gant - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Branimar Ludovar - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Elreden Ludovar - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Amleth var der Grendok - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Wilheim Barclay - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Emeric Radovanic - 474 E.S. | For acts of bravery and bringing Mariya Barrow to justice. Granted by King Georg I. Felix Weiss - 498 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Marshal. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Manfred Barclay - 503 E.S. | For services to the Crown and bravery in the field of battle. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Viktor var Ruthern - 515 E.S. | For bravery and prowess during the Aevos Coalition War. Granted by King Aleksandr II. Vasily Vanrov - 532 E.S. | For bravery and prowess during the Aevos Coalition War. Posthumous. Granted by King Ivan VIII. Ivo Radovanic - 533 E.S. | For bravery shown in defence of the Crown. Posthumous. Granted by Queen Nataliya I. Milena vas Ruthern - 533 E.S. | For bravery shown in defence of the Crown. Granted by Queen Nataliya I. Caspian Colborn - 540 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Marshal. Granted by King Marius III. Rickard Nord - 540 E.S. | For services to the Brotherhood as an Officer. Granted by King Marius III. Vanhart Barclay - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Treasurer and a Marian Knight. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Nikolai Colborn - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown, kingdom and Church of the Canon as Grand Inquisitor of the Holy Inquisition. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Vladimir var Ruthern - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Knight Paramount. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Carolus Colborn - 542 E.S. | For acts of bravery and his command over Haeseni forces in the conflict with the Mori’Quessir. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Leonid d’Arkent-Kortrevich - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Marshal and for his brave sacrifice against the darkspawn. Posthumous. Granted by King Marius III. Rickard Tosali-Ruthern - 542 E.S. | For services to the Crown and kingdom as Lord Marshal. Granted by King Marius III. Villorik var Ruthern - 542 E.S. | For bravery and prowess in the fight against darkspawn and for services to the Crown, kingdom and Church of the Canon as Patriarch of Jorenus. Granted by King Marius III.

Updated on the 6th of Tov ag Yermey, 533 E.S., to account for the ascension of Nataliya I.

KING IVAN VIII & NATALIYA I’S ADVISORY COUNCIL KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the CROWN On this 6th day of Tov ag Yermey of 533 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG ELDERVIK, THE CROWN’S ADVISORY COUNCIL IS COMPRISED OF THE AULIC COUNCILORS AND THE BOYARS. The Aulic Council, as established herein, are the chief officers and advisors to the realm which oversee its daily runnings, ultimately overseen by the Palatine as the Crown’s head of government. The Palatine’s Office is the only permanent fixture of the council. All other positions within are summoned by their own merit befitting of the position, as well as with regards to the competency, loyalty, and perseverance of those who may then hold the aforementioned positions. Additionally, all Aulic Councilmen are granted an inherent position as Jovenaar throughout their tenure. The Boyar Council is composed of unofficial advisors that are specially handpicked by the Crown itself for their specific expertise on certain topics, or their undoubted loyalty to the state. Further, it is hoped that those wishing to be elevated to a ruling or advisory position have a great understanding of this most renowned kingdom, including its history and its overarching values. It is the wish of the Crown that this document shall alleviate any misconceptions or confusions of the government and its workings. THE CROWN THE AUTHORITY ABSOLUTE XXIII KOENG HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, IVAN VIII, KING OF HANSETI-RUSKA A sickly child, Ivan VIII was born to King Aleksandr III and Blessed Queen Amaya of Venzia, and his appearances to the public were limited for this reason. He was hardly, if ever, seen beyond the limits of his quarters or of the Esrova Prikaz at most. He was formally introduced at Royal Court at the age of nine, and raised with the spectre of war looming over the horizon in Veletz. When war was declared, he had barely reached majority. Though this might have been cause for fear to other young men of the time, Ivan took to the thrill, and the mortal peril, of battle with a warrior’s enthusiasm. As if granted a second wind in life, to make up for the sedentary youth he had lived, Ivan never seemed more alive than when he first whetted his blade at Breakwater, or when he was marching at the head of a Brotherhood column, or in the thick of battle slicing away with his beloved sabre. He did not take a general’s command, but offered much support to his Father’s command at battle, and endeavoured to serve a strong example to the common strelt. When he inherited the throne, he sought with the same zeal he brought from the close of the war, to reform the knights orders’ of the realm that had languished under his father’s reign, as well as ensure the restoration of the Duma alongside his former Lord Palatine Ivo. Though he found much greater joy in the saddle and upon the battlefield than amongst papers, he has given his utmost alongside his wife Nataliya to reform the aged institutions of the realm, and return them to their greater heights. XXII KOENAS HER ROYAL MAJESTY, NATALIYA I, QUEEN OF HANSETI-RUSKA Born posthumously under the sign of Morrighein to Prince Franz Leopold and Natalia Kovachev, Nataliya Leopoldina was raised amongst the smallfolk in Waltonburg until the death of her mother. She was sent to the Royal Capital of Haense, Valdev, to become acquainted with the Royal Household and be taken under their care. In the coming years, the prophecy of the Twin Crows was announced to Royal Court, and similarly the entirety of Haense, detailing two flocks of crows uniting once more; Barbanov and Morovar. Thus, the former Lady Nataliya and Grand Prince were betrothed, and wed succeeding the victorious Siege of Breakwater in 506 E.S. In her time as Grand Princess, Nataliya served as Lady Regent of the Kingdom during the absence of Aleksandr II, and an edict soon passed granting herself, and any future spouses to the Heir, authority greater than that of the Grand Lady. Since inheriting, she has sought to reform the Haeseni Courts, and delved further into governance as made an empowered consort, and later successor to her husband after his attempted assassination. THE AULIC COUNCIL ‘Va Eyvize ve Krawn’ (To Advise the Crown) The AULIC COUNCIL (New Marian: EUYLIK KONKIL), or officially known as the AULIC COUNCIL AND PRIVY COUNCIL OF THE CROWN, is composed of commanding members of several Aulic Offices, who hold authority over the Kingdom’s legislature, military, law, interior affairs, treasury and foreign affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and advises the Sovereign on matters of varying significance. Historically, the Aulic Council has been composed of several trustworthy advisors who oversee the Offices of Palatine, Marshal, Speaker, etcetera. In most cases, those born of nobility have held a seat on the Council although there have been cases where members of the gentry have also held a seat on the Council. As per tradition, these Aulic Councillors [...] ‘are distinguished by the unique bulavas forged using different metals to symbolise where their authority reaches in the Kingdom. The reign of King Petyr I saw the creation of the first Aulic office, the Lord Palatine (f. Chancellor of Haense) which has since been occupied by many under the reigns of the Haeseni monarchs.’ Since Petyr I’s reign, the Aulic Council has emerged as a flourishing body of Haeseni government. History has seen the addition of various Aulic offices to advise the King in matters such as stewardry, foreign affairs, and more. Presented below are these offices and who currently holds them at the leisure of the current reigning monarchs, Ivan VIII and Nataliya I, in ranking of authority. OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER ‘Va Yprezide Awvr ve Ylegizlatyre’ (To Preside over the Legislature) “The Office of the Speaker shall serve as administrator of the legislature of the Aulic Government, his Majesty’s Royal Duma, and oversee the integral functioning of the body and its frequent meetings.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XIX HERZEN Henrik Amador, 1st Vikomit van Zvezlund Henrik Amador, 1st Viscount of Zvezlund 524 E.S. - Present | 1971 A.H. - Present @critter Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I The Viscount of Zvezlund, serving as XIX Herzen and wielder of the Black Bulava, has been entrusted as the presiding officer of the Duma. [...] ‘responsible for calling forth sessions during each term and facilitating the deliberation of the Duma, and for delivering legislation to the Crown and the Kingdom of Hansti-Ruska to receive royal assent.’ (Speakers of the Royal Duma) The Lord Henrik has lived a life of erudition, and dedicated himself to the art of the pen and the legislature both. After the passing of the previous Lord Speaker Otto Ludovar, Henrik was nominated by the Boyars of the Duma to be the next in the office, and subsequently granted the Bulava by the Crown. OFFICE OF THE MARSHAL ‘Fitsk dlum ze Birodal’ (To Fight for the Realm) “The Office of the Marshal shall assume sole responsibility for the management of the Royal Army of Hanseti-Ruska, ensuring the protection of the Kingdom and surrounding Haeseni realm from hostile pretenders.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XXVIII HAUCKOMANDANT Caspian Colborn Lord Caspian Colborn 529 E.S. - Present | 1976 A.H. - Present @Sandman_Plays Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I Lord Caspian, serving as XVIII Hauckomandant and wielder of the Iron Bulava, has been entrusted as ‘the commanding member who holds the authority over the Kingdom’s military orders, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as the head of Defence of the Haeseni realm.’ (Lord Marshals of Haense) In his adolescence a leal bannerman to the late King Aleksandr II, Lord Caspian was first a Ser for his efforts at saving the King’s life during a hunt gone wrong. Though the King eventually passed, he was knighted for his brave efforts, and served next as an officer in the Brotherhood under the command of the previous Lord Marshal Rickard Ruthern. Endowed with a youthful energy and vigour, he imparts the same unto the Brotherhood beneath his command. OFFICE OF THE TREASURER ‘Va Meynage ve Kongzem’s Tryzery’ (To Manage the Kingdom’s Treasury) “The Office of the Treasurer shall assume responsibility for the management of the Royal Treasury and the economic and fiscal affairs of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. IX ARANYIAZ Mikhail Colborn, 4th Komit van Malkovya Mikhail Colborn, 4th Count of Malkovya 524 E.S. - Present | 1971 A.H. - Present @Kaladin Stormblessed Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I The Count of Malkovya, serving as the IX Aranyiaz and wielder of the Silver Bulava, has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member who holds the authority over upholding the Kingdom’s economic affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as one of the Heads of Economics and first aide to the Crown in all economic manners.’ (Royal Treasurers of Haense) Lord Mikhail has long served the government and endeavoured to better its economy with all work he has wrought. Proven first by a long and fruitful tenure amongst the Office of the Stewardry, he has earnt his new office as Lord Treasurer, where-in he may continue to ensure the Kingdom’s stocks are well-laden with all it may require. The Crown has utmost faith that he shall continue to ensure that the Haeseni man is armed, armoured and well-fed, as all Highlanders ought be in the realm of Highlanders. OFFICE OF THE EMISSAR ‘Atsk az ve Krawn’s Ropryzentav’ (To Act as the Crown’s Representative) “The Office of the Envoy shall assume the diplomatic responsibilities of the Aulic Government through international correspondence, the broaching of international treaties and pacts, the establishment of Haeseni embassies internationally and the hosting of allied ambassadors within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.” - Aulic Edict, 341 E.S. XVI SZARA Milena vas Ruthern Lady Milena vas Ruthern 533 E.S. - Present | 1980 A.H. - Present @MunaZaldrizoti Monarch(s): Ivan VIII, Nataliya I Lady Milena, serving as XVI Szara and wielder of the Ivory Bulava, has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member who holds the authority overseeing the Kingdom’s foreign affairs, second only to the Sovereign of Haense, and leads the realm as one of the Heads of Diplomacy and first aide to the Crown in all diplomatic manners.’ (Aulic Envoys of Haense) Having served the crown for a number of years in the guise of Royal-Cupbearer since her youth, Lady Milena’s rise to her newfound office has been supported by her strength of wit and of patience, and her willingness to lay down her life in service to her monarchs. Her gifts, her strong character, her loyalty to the realm and her personal ambition leaves her a most suitable choice for a position that requires both leal service and self-sufficiency. OFFICE OF THE GRAND LADY ‘Va Obdrazl Ameneir ag Steandik’ (To Uphold Manners and Decorum) “The Office of the Grand Lady shall assume oversight of the Royal Court alongside the Crown to maintain the quality of the Royal Courts and the social events held within them.” XXV HAUCHERZENAS Marjoreya vas Ruthern Lady Marjoreya vas Ruthern 517 E.S. - Present | 1964 A.H. - Present @ncarr Monarch(s): Aleksandr II, Ivan VIII, Nataliya I Lady Marjoreya, XXV Haucherzenas and wielder of the Rose Bulava, has been entrusted as ‘the ranking member of the Royal Court who enforces courtly etiquette to the highest standard and oversees the workings of the Custodian of the Palace and the Court Chamberlain, ensuring the quality of the events that they hold.’ (The Royal Court of 525 E.S.) Following the retirement of the late and Venerable Queen Amaya the Pure, the office of Grand Lady remained in vacancy for a time whilst the courts were under the guidance of Queen Nataliya, then Grand Princess. Thinking it unwise to leave such a vital position to the health of the nation’s culture and hearth empty, Lady Marjoreya of Vidaus was appointed to take up the Rose Bulava. She was selected to fill the empty office by virtue of her learned nature of the courtly traditions, and her extensive knowledge of the history of the Courts and prior functions. THE BOYAR COUNCIL The BOYAR COUNCIL (New Marian: Ve Boyar Konkil) is a group of councillors, often with a singular particular focus or a range that the monarch calls upon for informal advice and suggestion in addition to that of the Aulic Council. Those that reach the office are often chosen for their personal loyalty, diligence and competence to the monarch themselves. Created during the reign of King Sigismund II and once more formulated and codified during the reign of King Sigismund III, the council continues to sit with the intent to bring prosperity to the kingdom. Patriarch of Jorenus | Pontifical Chamberlain His Eminence, Villorik Cardinal Jorenus | @Xarkly The Duke of Galahar | Advisor General His Royal Highness, Josef Stanimar Barbanov | @ferdaboy The Duchess of Baranya | Advisor General Her Royal Highness, Stefaniya Edvarda Barbanov | @shay The Marshal-Emeritus | Advisor General His Lordship, Rickard Tosali Ruthern | @GMRO THE AULIC COURT The AULIC COURT (New Marian: Ve Euylik Kort) is composed of those sitting the Aulic Council and granted the Bulava, those whom the Crown deems Jovenaar, and peers within their respective lands. Those deemed Jovenaar of the Realm are trusted by the Crown to be of sound mind and well-learned of the laws and cultures of the land which they oversee under the Kingdom’s authority. In this position, they are granted the legal power to hear disputes and pleas of innocence, to oversee criminals of the realm, to decide upon trial or not, as well as to dispense the Crown’s Justice and appropriate punishment to those so deemed worthy of punishment. THE INHERENT JOVENAAR Office of the Speaker | Aulic Councilor His Excellency, Lord Henrik Amador | @critter Office of the Marshal | Aulic Councilor His Excellency, Lord Caspian Colborn | @Sandman_Plays Office of the Treasurer | Aulic Councilor His Excellency, Lord Mikhail Colborn | @Kaladin Stormblessed Office of the Emissar | Aulic Councilor Her Excellency, Lady Milena vas Ruthern | @MunaZaldrizoti Office of the Grand Lady | Aulic Councilor Her Excellency, Lady Marjoreya vas Ruthern | @ncarr THE CROWN-APPOINTED JOVENAAR Patriarch of Jorenus | Boyar Councilor His Eminence, Villorik Cardinal Jorenus | @Xarkly The Duke of Galahar | Boyar Councilor His Royal Highness, Josef Stanimar Barbanov | @ferdaboy The Duchess of Baranya | Boyar Councilor Her Royal Highness, Stefaniya Edvarda Barbanov | @shay The Marshal-Emeritus | Boyar Councilor His Lordship, Rickard Tosali Ruthern | @GMRO THE PEERAGE OF THE REALM The Duchy of Valwyck | Duke of Valwyck His Grace, Garen Baruch, within his respective lands | @ferdaboy The Duchy of Vidaus | Duchess of Vidaus Her Grace, Tatiyana vas Ruthern, within her respective lands | @Mady The Margraviate of Kvasz | Margrave of Kvasz The Most Honourable, Henrik-Otto Ludovar, within his respective lands | @HogoBojo The County of Malkovya | Count of Malkovya The Right Honourable, Mikhail Colborn, within his respective lands | @Kaladin Stormblessed The Viscounty of Novkursain | Viscount of Novkursain The Honourable, Karl Weiss, within his respective lands | @CasChaos The Viscounty of Zvezlund | Viscount of Zvezlund The Honourable, Henrik Amador, within his respective lands | @critter The Viscounty of Krusev | Viscount of Krusev His Lordship, Erik Kortrevich, within his respective lands | @erictafoya The Barony of Kovgrad | Baroness of Kovgrad Her Ladyship, Rezalisa Kovachev, within her respective lands | @UnBaed The Barony of Verskaya | Baroness of Verskaya Her Ladyship, Galina Godunov, within her respective lands | @esotericas GODANI JEST WIELKI, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Ivan VIII, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Marian Retinue, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, and Rytsburg, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Nataliya I, Queen of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Marian Retinue, Princess of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess of Varna, Baroness of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera.

Updated on the 9th of Jula ag Piov, 533 E.S., to account for the lines of Aleksandr II and Ivan VIII.

VE MARIAN KURSAIN THE MARIAN RETINUE EA SZALMAR TER MZIDER “I Shall Not Falter” As Stanislaw levied his blade, it was not by virtue of his own strength that the old Bogatyr held it. No; for he had lived a great many years, and fought a great many battles. From the Coup of Lahy, where his King Barbov was usurped from his throne, to the Battle of Azen Plains that restored him to it, Stanislaw could not begin to count the dead - both by his own hand, and those at this side. And so it was that he knew, with each stroke of his blade, they were watching. His friends. His foes. They watched to see what became of their deaths, and the mantle of their sacrifice rested upon his shoulders. Knowing that, he would never falter. THE SONG OF THE BLACK THE MARIAN RETINUE HAS STOOD SOME TWO CENTURIES, FORMED BY DECREE OF THE GOOD KING MARIUS, SECOND OF HIS NAME. These warriors of fierce repute are drawn from steelforged second sons, daring daughters, and those most eminent streltsy raised to honour for the deeds. Regardless of their birth, all pledge unyielding loyalty to the Dual-Kingdom and the storied line of Barbov. It was not long since past that the Marian Retinue sat aside the Order of the Crow at their great table. And then in tandem, that they might each fulfill their own noble role in defence of the Kingdom of Sigismund. Now, in the 531st year since the Ascension, with the great revival of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, is the Marian Retinue expanded, and the good Order of the Crow laid reverently to rest. Here follows a recounting of the reformation of the Marian Retinue, that all who consider it may look upon its banner with pride, or in fear. THE MARIAN RETINUE A Knighthood in Hanseti-Ruska is a most noble title earned and kept, and do all who wear it stand as equals; with no man held above another but for the wisdom he speaks or the strength of his swordhand. The Marian Retinue serve first at the behest of the crown, namely the reigning monarch(s) and their issue. Secondarily, should the Lord Palatinate and Aulic Council believe themselves in need, the Knights of the Marian shall serve expressly as their agents by extension of the crown’s authority. Otherwise, they shall act independently upon the merit of their own will in defence of the realm and the expansion of its glory. The title of ‘Knight Paramount’ shall be afforded to the most sage and senior member of the Order, provided they survive the storied Drowning of the Blades. It is they who shall attend to the maintenance of ‘Ve Laurya Kossar’ or ‘Knight’s atlas’, in which is contained all the deeds of knights living and dead, for so long as the Sers have stood. Unlike Orders of ages past, the Knight Paramount holds no true power over their brothers save for the prestige they bear. Command shall be determined as decided amongst themselves, or through the Crown and Aulic Council in accordance with the mission at hand, where might the most fitting warrior assume command of that which they are best suited. Distinct from the Order of the Crow; squires, pages and the like have no formal role amongst the retinue, though those knights of fair hand are well encouraged to take up their service. That the kingdom’s youth might one day learn, through practice at arms and histories and dutiful service to assume the place of their forebears. In this, noble scions might take up such common duties of squirehood such as the care of arms and armour, heraldry and general assistance amongst another of the realm’s great warriors. THE ROLE OF A KNIGHT Above all, the Marian Retinue stand as those foremost agents of the Crown, chiefly responsible for the well-being of the royal family and by extension, the enforcement of their will. Their duties might well encompass any aspect of the governance of the realm, be it diplomacy, command, or in more menial pursuits such as tax collection and the keeping of the peace. As well as their service to the crown, any fair knight ought to be expected to amass tales of personal triumph. No man is as fearsome in the lists as the winged knights of the Marian, nor amongst the lairs of darkspawn and devilry that plague the Kingdom of Sigismund. As guardians of the Edlervik, each knight shall be afforded a small parcel of land in which to shepherd and defend. Most commonly, towers in a fashion of the margravates of old, that they might stand vigilant upon the outer reaches of the realm or the farms and farrows at its heart. TO BECOME A KNIGHT Any trueborn Haeseni, bar those who stand to inherit land and title, might by the strength of their will ascend to knighthood amongst the Marian Retinue. Those of the nobility may be presented to the Crown at court by the heads of their house; for should their noble blood and pedigree prepare them for the charge of squirehood. The honour of knighthood is open as well to those of common blood, who have been recognized by the Crown and Aulic Council to have displayed great deeds and brave heroics in proof of the value of their character. The valour of a Marian must be proven beyond all doubt. Following their nomination, all aspirants must undertake the knightly Trial of the Bogatyr, laid upon them in court by the Crown and its most esteemed Oracle. An aspirant shall undertake a grueling quest, often into foreign lands, and by tradition must bear the cursed scabbard of Stanislaw, said to bring about great misfortune. Such an adventure may constitute a hunt for a great beast, the retrieval of some storied artifact, a service to an allied realm, or the destruction of the enemies of the Crown. Should they succeed, the aspirant must face a final trial; dubbed the ‘Iborwald’ or known to most simply as the trial of Slavomir, in which one’s own prospective comrades in the Marian Retinue shall turn on them with sword in hand. Provided they survive such an endeavor and acquit themselves with dignity, the aspirant shall be knelt before the Crown by their brothers, that they might swear the honoured Oath of the Bogatyr.