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([[0]] to Present): [[Emperors of the Third Imperium]] | ([[0]] to Present): [[Emperors of the Third Imperium]] | ||
* The Emperor is the ''Supreme Ruler of the Third Imperium''. | * The Emperor is the ''Supreme Ruler of the Third Imperium''. | ||
* The following are the Emperors of the [[Third Imperium]]. See individual entries for each Emperor. | * The following are the Emperors of the [[Third Imperium]]. See individual entries for each Emperor. | ||
* Please note that the appellation [[Emperor]] is a unisex (genderless) title within the [[Third Imperium]]. Although some female Emperors have still adopted the old [[Terran]] term ''Empress'' or its [[Vilani (language)]] equivalent. | * Please note that the appellation [[Emperor]] is a unisex (genderless) title within the [[Third Imperium]]. Although some female Emperors have still adopted the old [[Terran]] term ''Empress'' or its [[Vilani (language)]] equivalent. | ||
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− | === Etymology === | ||
* [[Terran]] [[Anglic]] origin: From Old [[French]] ''empereor'' (Modern French ''empereur''), from [[Latin]] ''imperator'' (“emperor; commander”), from ''imperare'' (“to command”). | * [[Terran]] [[Anglic]] origin: From Old [[French]] ''empereor'' (Modern French ''empereur''), from [[Latin]] ''imperator'' (“emperor; commander”), from ''imperare'' (“to command”). | ||
* The Vilani term for [[Emperor]] is ''Karun''. | * The Vilani term for [[Emperor]] is ''Karun''. | ||
− | * The Vilani term for [[Prince]] is ''Karand''. | + | * The Vilani term for an inheriting [[Prince]] or heir is ''Karand''. |
+ | * See also: ''[[Dictionary:Karunargur|Karunargur]]'' | ||
− | == Description | + | == Description == |
− | The rulership of the [[Third Imperium]] has been troubled a number of times over its more than a | + | The rulership of the [[Third Imperium]] has been troubled a number of times over its more than a millennium of existence. The office of the [[Emperor]] is not infallible and both good and bad rulers have assumed power. Thankfully, many of the [[Emperor]]s and Empresses have been enormously talented and capable rulers. While the office is not officially hereditary, in practice, it has often functioned best under dynastic succession. |
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+ | === Entitlement Synopsis === | ||
+ | Above the range of noble ranks is the '''[[Emperor]]''' and the '''[[Emperors_of_the_Third_Imperium#History & Background (Dossier)|Imperial Family]]'''. The noble family may include [[prince]]s, [[prince|princesses]], [[Emperor's Consort|dowagers]], and other noble titles. The spouse of an [[Emperor]] or [[Emperor|Empress]] is technically the "''[[Empress Consort]]''" or "''[[Emperor Consort]]''" or "''[[Prince Consort]]''", but in common everyday usage the [[Female|females]] are simply refereed to as "[[Emperor's Consort|Empress]]" but the [[Male|males]] have an issue should their title be shortened as to claim to be "[[Emperor]]" is treason! | ||
+ | * The '''[[Emperor]]''' is the ultimate object of thousands of oaths of loyalty and fealty. | ||
+ | * The ''full'' proper form of address for the Emperor is: "''His Imperial Majesty <NAME>, Prime Lord of the Armed Forces, Archduke of Sylea, President of the Moot, Appellate Extraordinary, Defender of the Marches, Emperor of the Core, the Gateway, the Marches, Vland, Ilelish, Antares, and the Rim.''" <ref>T5 Noble Patent 8.5" x 11" forms (front side)</ref> Note that the Emperor also holds the title of [[Marquis]] of [[Usdiki (world)|Usdiki]]. | ||
=== Emperors of the Third Imperium === | === Emperors of the Third Imperium === | ||
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=== Imperial Dynasties === | === Imperial Dynasties === | ||
− | Imperial historians most commonly group the rulers of the [[Third Imperium]] into five categories: | + | Imperial historians most commonly group the rulers of the [[Third Imperium]] into five categories: |
− | {| class="wikitable sortable" | + | {| class="wikitable sortable" |
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+ | !colspan="5"| Imperial Dynasties | ||
|- | |- | ||
! # | ! # | ||
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([[244]] to [[245]]) | ([[244]] to [[245]]) | ||
| [[House Zhunastu]] founded the [[Third Imperium]] and was a particular powerhouse until it met its end. | | [[House Zhunastu]] founded the [[Third Imperium]] and was a particular powerhouse until it met its end. | ||
− | * The | + | * The Zhunastus were conquerors and men of powerful will and ambition. |
|- | |- | ||
| 2. | | 2. | ||
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([[245]] to [[475]]) | ([[245]] to [[475]]) | ||
| [[House Lentuli]] were known as empire-builders, rulers with foresight and exquisite planning. | | [[House Lentuli]] were known as empire-builders, rulers with foresight and exquisite planning. | ||
− | * The | + | * The Lentulis instituted numerous measures to make the [[Imperial Bureaucracy]] strong. |
|- | |- | ||
| 3. | | 3. | ||
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| ([[475]] to [[606]]) | | ([[475]] to [[606]]) | ||
| The [[Non-dynastic Emperor]]s helped to build the [[Third Imperium]] by expanding its borders. | | The [[Non-dynastic Emperor]]s helped to build the [[Third Imperium]] by expanding its borders. | ||
− | * But their weaknesses led to the [[ | + | * But their weaknesses led to the [[Right of assassination]] and eventual [[Emperors of the Flag]]. |
* Part of the [[Imperial Republic]] period. | * Part of the [[Imperial Republic]] period. | ||
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| ([[606]] to [[622]]) | | ([[606]] to [[622]]) | ||
| The [[Emperors of the Flag]] were all strongmen, but they uniformly lacked any lasting power. | | The [[Emperors of the Flag]] were all strongmen, but they uniformly lacked any lasting power. | ||
− | * Their lack of grace led to numerous instances of the [[ | + | * Their lack of grace led to numerous instances of the [[Right of Assassination]] and [[Right of Fleet Control]]. |
− | * The entire period of the [[Emperors of the Flag]] is looked | + | * The entire period of the [[Emperors of the Flag]] is looked upon with shame. |
* Part of the [[Imperial Republic]] period. | * Part of the [[Imperial Republic]] period. | ||
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| ([[629]] to Present) | | ([[629]] to Present) | ||
| Empress [[Arbellatra]] founded a strong dynasty and [[House Alkhalikoi]] still holds the reigns of power in 1116. | | Empress [[Arbellatra]] founded a strong dynasty and [[House Alkhalikoi]] still holds the reigns of power in 1116. | ||
− | * The | + | * The Alkhalikois have led wisely and are well regarded. |
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|} | |} | ||
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{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
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+ | !colspan="5"|Expanded Imperial Ruler Matrix | ||
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| Emperor [[Cleon III]] was the last hope of [[House Zhunastu]] to reclaim rulership of the Imperium. | | Emperor [[Cleon III]] was the last hope of [[House Zhunastu]] to reclaim rulership of the Imperium. | ||
* He was popularly known as ''Cleon the Mad'' and barely lasted two years in office. | * He was popularly known as ''Cleon the Mad'' and barely lasted two years in office. | ||
− | * His inept leadership helped spawn the [[ | + | * His inept leadership helped spawn the [[Right of Assassination]], a portent of future disaster. |
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| 7. | | 7. | ||
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| align="right"| [[Lentuli Dynasty|Lentuli]] | | align="right"| [[Lentuli Dynasty|Lentuli]] | ||
| Empress [[Nicholle]] ruled during hard times. | | Empress [[Nicholle]] ruled during hard times. | ||
− | * Her sometimes brilliant rule was flawed by moments of indecision which led to her downfall and the rise of the [[ | + | * Her sometimes brilliant rule was flawed by moments of indecision which led to her downfall and the rise of the [[Right of Assassination]], a portent of future disaster. |
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| align="right"| non-Dynastic | | align="right"| non-Dynastic | ||
| Emperor [[Cleon IV]] broke the [[Lentuli]] dynasty and started a series of [[Non-dynastic Emperor]]s. | | Emperor [[Cleon IV]] broke the [[Lentuli]] dynasty and started a series of [[Non-dynastic Emperor]]s. | ||
− | * Most believe that he slew [[Nicholle]] by [[ | + | * Most believe that he slew [[Nicholle]] by [[Right of Assassination]]. |
* [[Cleon IV]] was a distant heir to the Zhunastu line and held long reign. | * [[Cleon IV]] was a distant heir to the Zhunastu line and held long reign. | ||
* The Empire spread its borders during his rule and dealt with multiple waves of [[ihatei]]. | * The Empire spread its borders during his rule and dealt with multiple waves of [[ihatei]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[555]]-[[582]] | | align="right"| [[555]]-[[582]] | ||
| align="right"| non-Dynastic | | align="right"| non-Dynastic | ||
− | | Emperor [[Jerome]] lived and died by [[ | + | | Emperor [[Jerome]] lived and died by [[Right of Assassination]]. |
* The Empire spread its borders during his rule and dealt with multiple waves of [[ihatei]]. | * The Empire spread its borders during his rule and dealt with multiple waves of [[ihatei]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
| Emperor-hopeful [[Ramon I]] treacherously usurped his leader, Emperor Olav, and slew him only to rule for but a fleeting time. | | Emperor-hopeful [[Ramon I]] treacherously usurped his leader, Emperor Olav, and slew him only to rule for but a fleeting time. | ||
− | * Though later elected by the [[Moot]], he started a shameful trend of succession by [[ | + | * Though later elected by the [[Moot]], he started a shameful trend of succession by [[Right of Fleet Control]]. |
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| 17. | | 17. | ||
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| align="right"| [[609]]-[[610]] | | align="right"| [[609]]-[[610]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Constantus]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Constantus]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Ramon I]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* Upon the assassination of Emperor [[Ramon I]], the [[IISS]] headquarters issues a directive requiring the Scouts to remain neutral in the [[Civil War]]. | * Upon the assassination of Emperor [[Ramon I]], the [[IISS]] headquarters issues a directive requiring the Scouts to remain neutral in the [[Civil War]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[610]]-[[612]] | | align="right"| [[610]]-[[612]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Nicolai]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Nicolai]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Constantus]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* Under the reign of [[Nicolai]], [[District 267]] and [[District 268]] become [[District]]s within the [[Third Imperium]]. | * Under the reign of [[Nicolai]], [[District 267]] and [[District 268]] become [[District]]s within the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[612]]-[[613]] | | align="right"| [[612]]-[[613]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[George]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[George]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Nicolai]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The Emperor fails to notice that the [[M'nengi]] race invaded [[Dagudashaag Sector]]. | * The Emperor fails to notice that the [[M'nengi]] race invaded [[Dagudashaag Sector]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[613]]-[[615]] | | align="right"| [[613]]-[[615]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | The [[Barracks Emperors]], self-proclaimed emperors by supposed [[ | + | | The [[Barracks Emperors]], self-proclaimed emperors by supposed [[Right of Assassination]], ascend to the [[Iridium Throne]] several times without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The [[Third Imperium]] fell into a shameful and pronounced state of disarray during the reign of the [[Barracks Emperors]]. | * The [[Third Imperium]] fell into a shameful and pronounced state of disarray during the reign of the [[Barracks Emperors]]. | ||
* One saving grace was that two of the most powerful [[Aslan Clan]]s fall into a sort of [[Aslan]] internal civil war. | * One saving grace was that two of the most powerful [[Aslan Clan]]s fall into a sort of [[Aslan]] internal civil war. | ||
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| align="right"| [[615]]-[[618]] | | align="right"| [[615]]-[[618]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Cleon V]], re-established the [[ | + | | Emperor [[Cleon V]], re-established the [[Right of Assassination]] by murdering the last of the [[Barracks Emperors]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* [[Second Frontier War]] begins. | * [[Second Frontier War]] begins. | ||
− | * The [[IISS|Scout Service]] recognizes Emperor [[Cleon V]] as legitimate | + | * The [[IISS|Scout Service]] recognizes Emperor [[Cleon V]] as legitimate and revokes its neutrality directive. |
* [[Alkhalikoi, Arbellatra Khatami |Arbellatra]] appointed Grand Admiral of the Marches by Emperor [[Cleon V]]. | * [[Alkhalikoi, Arbellatra Khatami |Arbellatra]] appointed Grand Admiral of the Marches by Emperor [[Cleon V]]. | ||
* [[Zhodani]] fleets withdraw from [[Darrian]] space after uncovering evidence of Darrian plans to deploy "star triggers." | * [[Zhodani]] fleets withdraw from [[Darrian]] space after uncovering evidence of Darrian plans to deploy "star triggers." | ||
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| align="right"| [[618]] | | align="right"| [[618]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Joseph]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Joseph]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Cleon V]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[618]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[618]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[618]] | | align="right"| [[618]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Donald]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Donald]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Joseph]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[618]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[618]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[618]]-[[619]] | | align="right"| [[618]]-[[619]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Emdiri]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Emdiri]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Donald]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The years [[618]] and [[619]] were mostly ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The years [[618]] and [[619]] were mostly ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[619]] | | align="right"| [[619]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Catharine]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Catharine]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Emdiri]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[619]] | | align="right"| [[619]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Ramon II]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Ramon II]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Catharine]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[619]] | | align="right"| [[619]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Jaqueline II]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Jaqueline II]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Ramon II]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[619]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[619]]-[[620]] | | align="right"| [[619]]-[[620]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Usuti]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Usuti]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Jaqueline II]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[619]] and [[620]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[619]] and [[620]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[620]] | | align="right"| [[620]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Marava]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Marava]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Usuti]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[620]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[620]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[620]]-[[621]] | | align="right"| [[620]]-[[621]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Ivan]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Ivan]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Marava]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[620]] and [[621]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[620]] and [[621]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[621]] | | align="right"| [[621]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Martin VI]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Martin VI]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Ivan]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[621]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[621]] was mostly one of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[621]]-[[622]] | | align="right"| [[621]]-[[622]] | ||
| align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | | align="right"| [[Emperors of the Flag]] | ||
− | | Emperor [[Gustus]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[ | + | | Emperor [[Gustus]], self-proclaimed emperor by supposed [[Right of Assassination]] of [[Martin VI]], ascends to the [[Iridium Throne]] without support of [[Moot]]. |
* The year [[621]] and [[622]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | * The year [[621]] and [[622]] were mostly known as ones of chaos for the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
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| align="right"| [[Alkhalikoi family|Alkhalikoi]] | | align="right"| [[Alkhalikoi family|Alkhalikoi]] | ||
| Empress [[Paula II]] inherited a time of troubles and calmed the waters. | | Empress [[Paula II]] inherited a time of troubles and calmed the waters. | ||
− | * Her steady hand kept peace with the [[Zhodani Consulate]], but interstellar relations worsened in portent of the future [[Third Frontier War]]. | + | * Her steady hand kept peace with the [[Zhodani Consulate]], but interstellar relations worsened in a portent of the future [[Third Frontier War]]. |
* She is perhaps best known for her steady hand at the helm during the [[Psionics Suppressions]] of [[800]] to [[826]]. | * She is perhaps best known for her steady hand at the helm during the [[Psionics Suppressions]] of [[800]] to [[826]]. | ||
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| Empress [[Tomutova II]] ruled over a time of revolt, but also growth. | | Empress [[Tomutova II]] ruled over a time of revolt, but also growth. | ||
* In [[845]], the [[Imperial Science Union]] was founded. | * In [[845]], the [[Imperial Science Union]] was founded. | ||
− | * In [[871]], | + | * In [[871]], the government of the [[Solomani Autonomous Region]] reorganized itself as the [[Solomani Confederation]]. |
* In the [[900s]], the [[Imperial Navy]] began upgrading ships to Jump-4. | * In the [[900s]], the [[Imperial Navy]] began upgrading ships to Jump-4. | ||
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− | | [[Strephon | + | | [[Strephon]] |
| align="right"| [[1071]]-Present | | align="right"| [[1071]]-Present | ||
| align="right"| [[Alkhalikoi family|Alkhalikoi]] | | align="right"| [[Alkhalikoi family|Alkhalikoi]] | ||
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− | == History | + | == History == |
The [[Emperor]]s and Empresses of the [[Third Imperium]] have been a varied lot: industrialists, admirals, generals, rich men, poor men, and everything in between. To be brutally honest, the [[Third Imperium]] has had its share of geniuses and madmen alike. In function, the dynasties have performed better than their individual counterparts. | The [[Emperor]]s and Empresses of the [[Third Imperium]] have been a varied lot: industrialists, admirals, generals, rich men, poor men, and everything in between. To be brutally honest, the [[Third Imperium]] has had its share of geniuses and madmen alike. In function, the dynasties have performed better than their individual counterparts. | ||
The [[Noble House]]s provide a [[culture]] of competition and a dedication to service that non-dynastic Emperors have had a hard time matching. | The [[Noble House]]s provide a [[culture]] of competition and a dedication to service that non-dynastic Emperors have had a hard time matching. | ||
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The [[Emperors of the Flag]] were a tragedy for the [[Third Imperium]] that few have ever chosen to dispute. | The [[Emperors of the Flag]] were a tragedy for the [[Third Imperium]] that few have ever chosen to dispute. | ||
* Few of the [[Emperors of the Flag]] came from any sort of lineage or pedigree. Many were not even members of the [[Imperial Nobility]]. | * Few of the [[Emperors of the Flag]] came from any sort of lineage or pedigree. Many were not even members of the [[Imperial Nobility]]. | ||
− | * The few points of commonality that they all shared were opportunity, ambition, ruthlessness, and the [[ | + | * The few points of commonality that they all shared were opportunity, ambition, ruthlessness, and the [[Right of Assassination]] and/or the [[Right of Fleet Control]]. |
* No family tree is provided for the [[Emperors of the Flag]] since their kinship was not interconnected to a significant degree. | * No family tree is provided for the [[Emperors of the Flag]] since their kinship was not interconnected to a significant degree. | ||
==== Alkhalikoi Dynasty Family Tree==== | ==== Alkhalikoi Dynasty Family Tree==== | ||
− | [[House Alkhalikoi]] was founded by a very capable matriarch and has withstood the test of time. | + | [[House Alkhalikoi]] was founded by a very capable matriarch and has withstood the test of time. |
+ | <div style="overflow-x: scroll"> | ||
{{Alkhalikoi Dynasty Family Tree}} | {{Alkhalikoi Dynasty Family Tree}} | ||
+ | </div> | ||
+ | |||
+ | == See also == | ||
+ | {{:Referral-Tree-Imperial-Nobility}} | ||
+ | {{Referral-Tree-Third-Imperium}} | ||
+ | [[Emperors of the Rule of Man]] | ||
− | == | + | == Sources == |
{{Metadata}} | {{Metadata}} | ||
{{Advanced}} | {{Advanced}} | ||
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{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
− | | | + | | {{Ludography cite|name= Library Data (A-M)|page= }} |
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(0 to Present): Emperors of the Third Imperium
- The Emperor is the Supreme Ruler of the Third Imperium.
- The following are the Emperors of the Third Imperium. See individual entries for each Emperor.
- Please note that the appellation Emperor is a unisex (genderless) title within the Third Imperium. Although some female Emperors have still adopted the old Terran term Empress or its Vilani (language) equivalent.
Term Etymology[edit]
- Terran Anglic origin: From Old French empereor (Modern French empereur), from Latin imperator (“emperor; commander”), from imperare (“to command”).
- The Vilani term for Emperor is Karun.
- The Vilani term for an inheriting Prince or heir is Karand.
- See also: Karunargur
Description[edit]
The rulership of the Third Imperium has been troubled a number of times over its more than a millennium of existence. The office of the Emperor is not infallible and both good and bad rulers have assumed power. Thankfully, many of the Emperors and Empresses have been enormously talented and capable rulers. While the office is not officially hereditary, in practice, it has often functioned best under dynastic succession.
Entitlement Synopsis[edit]
Above the range of noble ranks is the Emperor and the Imperial Family. The noble family may include princes, princesses, dowagers, and other noble titles. The spouse of an Emperor or Empress is technically the "Empress Consort" or "Emperor Consort" or "Prince Consort", but in common everyday usage the females are simply refereed to as "Empress" but the males have an issue should their title be shortened as to claim to be "Emperor" is treason!
- The Emperor is the ultimate object of thousands of oaths of loyalty and fealty.
- The full proper form of address for the Emperor is: "His Imperial Majesty <NAME>, Prime Lord of the Armed Forces, Archduke of Sylea, President of the Moot, Appellate Extraordinary, Defender of the Marches, Emperor of the Core, the Gateway, the Marches, Vland, Ilelish, Antares, and the Rim." [1] Note that the Emperor also holds the title of Marquis of Usdiki.
Emperors of the Third Imperium[edit]
The following individuals have ruled the Third Imperium:
Emperors of the Third Imperium | |
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Cleon I • Cleon II • Artemsus • Martin I • Martin II • Cleon III • Porfiria • Anguistus • Martin III • Martin V • Nicholle • Cleon IV • Jerome • Jaqueline I • Olav • Ramon I • Constantus • Nicolai • George • Barracks Emperors • Cleon V • Joseph • Donald • Emdiri • Catharine • Ramon II • Jaqueline II • Usuti • Marava • Ivan • Martin VI • Gustus • Arbellatra • Zhakirov • Margaret I • Paulo I • Tomutov I • Paula II • Tomutova II • Margaret II • Styryx • Gavin • Paulo III • Strephon |
Imperial Dynasties[edit]
Imperial historians most commonly group the rulers of the Third Imperium into five categories:
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# | Name | Type | Reign | Remarks |
1. | Zhunastu Dynasty | Dynastic | (0 to 54) | House Zhunastu founded the Third Imperium and was a particular powerhouse until it met its end.
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2. | Lentuli Dynasty | Dynastic | (54 to 244) | House Lentuli were known as empire-builders, rulers with foresight and exquisite planning.
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3. | Non-dynastic Emperors | Non-dynastic | (475 to 606) | The Non-dynastic Emperors helped to build the Third Imperium by expanding its borders.
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4. | Emperors of the Flag | Pseudo-dynastic | (606 to 622) | The Emperors of the Flag were all strongmen, but they uniformly lacked any lasting power.
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5. | Alkhalikoi Dynasty | Dynastic | (629 to Present) | Empress Arbellatra founded a strong dynasty and House Alkhalikoi still holds the reigns of power in 1116.
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Expanded Imperial Ruler Matrix[edit]
Imperial historians sometimes differ in how they count the rulers of the Third Imperium, but the following data holds general consensus:
Expanded Imperial Ruler Matrix | ||||
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# | Emperor/Empress | Reign | Dynasty | Remarks |
1. | Cleon I | 0-53 | Zhunastu | Emperor Cleon I founded the Third Imperium under fire and sword.
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2. | Cleon II | 53-54 | Zhunastu | Emperor Cleon II was not well regarded in his time.
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3. | Artemsus | 54-166 | Lentuli | Emperor Artemsus was a brilliant chancellor and then an equally accomplished Emperor.
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4. | Martin I | 166-195 | Lentuli | Emperor Martin I bit off more than he could chew.
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5. | Martin II | 195-244 | Lentuli | Emperor Martin I built the Grand Palace of Martin II, a marvel of its times.
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6. | Cleon III | 244-245 | Zhunastu | Emperor Cleon III was the last hope of House Zhunastu to reclaim rulership of the Imperium.
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7. | Porfiria | 245-326 | Lentuli | Empress Porfiria reestablished Lentuli Dynasty and held a long, relatively stable reign.
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8. | Anguistus | 326-365 | Lentuli | Emperor Anguistus was particularly known for wise rule and empire-building.
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9. | Martin III | 365-456 | Lentuli | Emperor Martin III helped cement the name of House Lentuli as empire-builders.
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10. | Martin V | 456-457 | Lentuli | Emperor Martin V ruled for but two years.
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11. | Nicholle | 457-475 | Lentuli | Empress Nicholle ruled during hard times.
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12. | Cleon IV | 475-555 | non-Dynastic | Emperor Cleon IV broke the Lentuli dynasty and started a series of Non-dynastic Emperors.
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13. | Jerome | 555-582 | non-Dynastic | Emperor Jerome lived and died by Right of Assassination.
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14. | Jaqueline I | 582-606 | non-Dynastic | Empress Jaqueline I achieved extensive expansion of the Rimward Fringe of the Imperium. |
15. | Olav | 606-609 | Emperors of the Flag | Grand Admiral Olav hault-Plankwell, the Emperor Olav, was a mighty man of arms and vision.
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16. | Ramon I | 609 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor-hopeful Ramon I treacherously usurped his leader, Emperor Olav, and slew him only to rule for but a fleeting time.
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17. | Constantus | 609-610 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Constantus, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Ramon I, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot. |
18. | Nicolai | 610-612 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Nicolai, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Constantus, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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19a. | George | 612-613 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor George, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Nicolai, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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19b. | Barracks Emperors | 613-615 | Emperors of the Flag | The Barracks Emperors, self-proclaimed emperors by supposed Right of Assassination, ascend to the Iridium Throne several times without support of Moot.
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20. | Cleon V | 615-618 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Cleon V, re-established the Right of Assassination by murdering the last of the Barracks Emperors, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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21. | Joseph | 618 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Joseph, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Cleon V, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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22. | Donald | 618 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Donald, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Joseph, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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23. | Emdiri | 618-619 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Emdiri, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Donald, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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24. | Catharine | 619 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Catharine, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Emdiri, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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25. | Ramon II | 619 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Ramon II, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Catharine, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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26. | Jaqueline II | 619 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Jaqueline II, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Ramon II, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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27. | Usuti | 619-620 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Usuti, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Jaqueline II, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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28. | Marava | 620 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Marava, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Usuti, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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29. | Ivan | 620-621 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Ivan, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Marava, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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30. | Martin VI | 621 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Martin VI, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Ivan, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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31. | Gustus | 621-622 | Emperors of the Flag | Emperor Gustus, self-proclaimed emperor by supposed Right of Assassination of Martin VI, ascends to the Iridium Throne without support of Moot.
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32. | Arbellatra (Regent) Arbellatra |
622-629 629-666 |
Alkhalikoi | Empress Arbellatra is probably the most beloved ruler of all Imperial history.
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33. | Zhakirov | 666-688 | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Zhakirov's marriage to Antiama in 679 marked and cemented an alliance between the Alkhalikoi Dynasty and the business interests of the Imperial Core.
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34. | Margaret I | 688-736 | Alkhalikoi | Empress Margaret I built the Consortium Trinary, three companion spheres near the Imperial Palace, in 729 to celebrate the hundredth birthday of the structure.
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35. | Paulo I | 736-767 | Alkhalikoii | Emperor Paulo I reigned over a period of peace and prosperity, particularly with the Zhodani Consulate.
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36. | Tomutov I | 767-768 | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Tomutov I ruled for less than two years amongst strife and scandal.
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37. | Paula II | 768-836 | Alkhalikoi | Empress Paula II inherited a time of troubles and calmed the waters.
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38. | Tomutova II | 836-908 | Alkhalikoi | Empress Tomutova II ruled over a time of revolt, but also growth.
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39. | Margaret II | 908-945 | Alkhalikoi | Empress Margaret II reigned over a period of rising tensions with the Solomani.
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40. | Styryx | 945-989 | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Styryx entangled himself with Solomani interests and his reign was known as a period of rising unrest.
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41. | Gavin | 989-1031 | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Gavin was a hard man who dealt with hard times.
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42. | Paulo III | 1031-1071 | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Paulo III wanted to leave his heirs with a stable peaceful Empire and pursued that goal with determination.
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43. | Strephon | 1071-Present | Alkhalikoi | Emperor Strephon is the sitting ruler of the Third Imperium as of Holiday, 1116.
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History[edit]
The Emperors and Empresses of the Third Imperium have been a varied lot: industrialists, admirals, generals, rich men, poor men, and everything in between. To be brutally honest, the Third Imperium has had its share of geniuses and madmen alike. In function, the dynasties have performed better than their individual counterparts. The Noble Houses provide a culture of competition and a dedication to service that non-dynastic Emperors have had a hard time matching.
- House Alkhalikoi has now led for several hundred years with an increasing momentum of success. Only a great tragedy could end the Alkhalikoi chain of achievement.
Imperial Dynastic Family Trees[edit]
This sub-article details the family trees, lineage, and pedigree of the Imperial Dynasties and their pseudo-dynastic equivalent organizational categories.
Zhunastu Dynasty Family Tree[edit]
House Zhunastu was founded by a strong Grand Duke of immense vision, but the line has not withstood the test of time.
- Family Tree article being retrieved.
Lentuli Dynasty Family Tree[edit]
House Lentuli is still regarded with great respect for the many farsighted measures it instituted to strengthen the Imperial Bureaucracy.
- Family Tree article being retrieved.
Non-Dynastic Imperial Family Trees[edit]
The Non-dynastic Emperors and Empresses did much to expand the borders of a young Third Imperium.
- Many of the Non-dynastic Emperors were both Imperial Nobles and possessed significant kinship relations to previous supreme leaders.
- Their family trees are shared individually within the AAB articles dedicated to their dossier.
Emperors of the Flag Lineage[edit]
The Emperors of the Flag were a tragedy for the Third Imperium that few have ever chosen to dispute.
- Few of the Emperors of the Flag came from any sort of lineage or pedigree. Many were not even members of the Imperial Nobility.
- The few points of commonality that they all shared were opportunity, ambition, ruthlessness, and the Right of Assassination and/or the Right of Fleet Control.
- No family tree is provided for the Emperors of the Flag since their kinship was not interconnected to a significant degree.
Alkhalikoi Dynasty Family Tree[edit]
House Alkhalikoi was founded by a very capable matriarch and has withstood the test of time.
See also[edit]
- 1a. Emperor / Empress / Karun
- 1b. Prince / Princess / Karand
- 2a. Archduke / Archduchess / Apkallu Kibrat Arban
- 2b. Grand Duke / Grand Duchess
- 3a. Subsector Duke / Subsector Duchess / Saarpuhii
- 3b. Duke / Duchess / Saarpuhii
- 4. Count / Countess (Contessa) / Sarriiu or Shakkanakhu
- 5. Viscount / Viscountess / Sarriiu or Shakkanakhu
- 6. Marquis / Marchioness (Marquesa) / Sarriiu or Shakkanakhu
- 7. Baron / Baroness / Iishakku
- 8. Baronet / Baronetess / Iishakku
- 9. Knight / Dame / Kiduunuuzii
- 10. Gentleman / Gentlewoman / Gentlesophont
Third Imperium[edit]
- Government
- Imperial Leadership
- Imperial Law
- Imperial Symbols
- Demographics
Sources[edit]
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- John Harshman, Marc Miller, Loren Wiseman. Library Data (A-M) (Game Designers Workshop, 1981), .
- Loren Wiseman. Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 04 (Game Designers Workshop, 1980), 8-11.
- Marc Miller. Imperial Encyclopedia (Game Designers Workshop, 1987), 8-11.
- Matthew Sprange. Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society volume 1 (Mongoose Publishing, 2019), .
- Author & Contributor: Crawm Lermil
- Extensive formatting: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science, Emeritus
- ↑ T5 Noble Patent 8.5" x 11" forms (front side)