In the earlier Modernization of the Historical Constitution thread, I offered a modified version of this section of the Indoles Carta. Only a couple substantial changes have been made, both to simply bring the language in line with existing community consensus concerning two new laws that have been passed or are in teh process of being passed: the updated rules for the Election of the Emperor and the Recognition of a new King/Queen. Changes are highlighted in red.
II. Elections and TitlesElection of the Emperor/EmpressOnly Crowned Kings and Queens, sitting members of the Council of the Crowned, may fill the elected position of Emperor of the Mercurian Empire. Upon the death or abdication of the current Emperor, an Empire-wide election for the position must be scheduled no later than one (1) year after the Emperor’s leave of office. In the period immediately prior to the election, the Counts and Dukes of the Mercurian Empire may nominate current sitting members of the Council of the Crowned for the position of Emperor. Sitting members of the Council of the Crowned at the time of the Emperor’s leave of office may not nominate themselves or other sitting members of the Council of the Crowned. Beginning the scheduled date of the election, a one-year period of voting shall take place, open to all nobles (Counts, Dukes, and Kings/Queens) of the Empire, for the election of the Emperor. Each noble is entitled to a single vote of equal value. After the one-year period has elapsed, all votes will be tallied. The candidate with the greatest total number of votes shall be recognized as the next Emperor, to serve until death or voluntary abdication. In a case where the two leading candidates receive an equal number of votes, a second run-off election shall immediately be held upon the conclusion of all votes being tallied, subject to the same procedures as the initial election, between the two leading candidates, repeating if necessary until a candidate emerges with a greater total number of votes to be designated the next Emperor. Quote:
This is the language currently being ratified by the Council of teh Crowned and teh House of Dukes, and has received wide approval.
Recognition of a new King/QueenOnly sitting members of The Council of the Crowned can recognize Kings as official peers in their Council. A King is elected by a consensus of votes by the Council (100%). A Kingdom remains divine and eternal once recognized, although inactive crowns may be forced to leave their seat in the Council vacant until their activity returns. A successful ascension to Kingdom must also satisfy the following requirements:
a) Having established in their realm 2 duchies, comprised of 6 counties, as determined in unison by the Council of the Crowned.
b) Having established safe, secure, and extensive infrastructure as is serviceable for the prospective Kingdom, and as creates a safe and secure connection with the Empire via the Nether, as determined in unison by the Council of the Crowned.
c) Having proven themselves to represent the virtues of Hermertia and an outstanding member of Hermertia in the form of commitment, established personal lore, participation in Imperial lore and events, communal activity and relations, etc, as detailed in "Guidelines for Community Participation in Ascension to King/Queen", as determined in unison by the Council of the Crowned.
d) Having obtained a unanimous (100%) vote of assent from the Council of the Crowned.Quote:
This is merely updating the Carta to include the new Ascension to KIng/Queen laws that have been ratified by the Imperial Parliament.
Recognition of a new DukeA Duke may be recognized as a sitting peer in the House of Dukes under two circumstances:
a) If they are residing inside the borders of an established realm and under a liege, they must receive recognition and formal approval from their liege for ascension.
b) If they are established in land unclaimed by any currently internationally–recognized realm: Only sitting members of The Council of the Crowned can recognize the ascension of other Dukes. A Duke and their Duchy is recognized if they receive official endorsement from a clear majority (60%) from the Council of the Crowned. Doing so establishes the Council of the Crowned their official liege.
Recognition of a new CountA Count may be recognized under two circumstances:
a) If they are residing inside the borders of an established realm and under a liege, they must receive recognition and formal approval from their liege for ascension.
b) If they are established in land unclaimed by any currently internationally–recognized realm: Only sitting members of The Council of the Crowned can recognize the ascension of other Counts. A Count and their County is recognized if they receive official endorsement from a clear majority (60%) from the Council of the Crowned. Doing so establishes the Council of the Crowned their official liege.
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Slight rewording simply to make the language clearer; no changes
Recognition of a newcomer as a vassal – welcoming applicants to HermertiaOnly sitting members of The Council of the Crowned and sitting members of the House of Dukes can officially welcome newcomers (applicants) to Hermertia. An applicant to Hermertia is welcomed and awarded the full status, including full rights established herein, of a vassal of Hermertia, after receiving either a clear majority (60%) approval from the Council of the Crowned or receiving a majority (50%) approval from the Council of the Crowned concurrent with the passage of a bill in support of the application from the House of Dukes.
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Slight rewording simply to make the language clearer; no changes