Triumvirate

Qualifications

• Exceptional Intellect: Candidates must demonstrate exceptional intelligence, particularly in logic, mathematics, and critical thinking.
• Deep Knowledge: They should possess a vast knowledge base in various fields to make informed decisions.
• Proven Leadership: Experience in leading and guiding others is essential.
• Temperament: A calm, rational temperament and a commitment to objectivity are crucial.

Requirements

Rigorous Testing: Candidates undergo a series of mental and logical aptitude tests to assess their qualifications. Public Scrutiny: The potential Triumvirate is presented to the public for evaluation and potential objections.

Appointment

Existing Triumvirate: There are two options for appointment:

• A council of scholars and current/retired Triumvirates evaluates candidates and selects the most qualified individual.
• The existing Triumvirate deliberates and chooses a successor, ensuring a smooth transition.

Public Announcement: The chosen Triumvirate is officially announced to the public.

Duties

• Leadership: Provide overall leadership and direction for the Triumvirate and Ashya as a whole.
• Decision-Making: Lead the Triumvirate in making critical decisions for the nation based on logic, reason, and evidence.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement policies that promote the well-being and advancement of Ashya.
• Dispute Resolution: Mediate and resolve disputes between different factions within Ashya using logic and reason.
• Representation: Represent Ashya in diplomatic relations with other cultures.

Responsibilities

• Upholding Trivium Philosophy: Ensure the Trivium's core principles of reason, knowledge, and logic guide all aspects of Ashyan society.
• Maintaining Public Trust: Act in the best interests of the people and maintain public trust in the Triumvirate's leadership.
• Promoting Innovation and Progress: Foster a culture of intellectual inquiry and encourage advancements in science, technology, and social structures.
• Safeguarding Ashya: Protect Ashya from internal and external threats through strategic planning and diplomacy.

Benefits

• Respect and Prestige: The Triumvirate holds the highest position of respect and prestige in Ashyan society.
• Access to Resources: They have access to any resources necessary to fulfill their duties effectively.
• Comfortable Living: Their basic needs and well-being are provided for by the state.

Accoutrements & Equipment

• Robe of Logic: The Triumvirate wears a simple white robe symbolizing purity of thought and reason.
• Math Compass Pendant: They wear a pendant with the Triumvirate's symbol, the yellow math compass, around their neck.
• Logic Tablet: A handheld tablet or similar device is used to access information, analyze data, and make logical calculations.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

• Vote of No Confidence: If the Triumvirate loses the public's trust or fails to fulfill their duties effectively, a public vote of no confidence can be held. If the vote passes, the Triumvirate is removed from office.
• Mental Incapacity: If a Triumvirate member suffers a decline in mental faculties that hinders their ability to lead, they may be removed after a medical evaluation.
• Resignation: A Triumvirate member can choose to resign if they are no longer able or willing to serve.

Type

Civic, Political

Status

Still in Effect

Creation

1 Verdantia 32 AE

Form of Address

Triumvirate

Alternative Naming

Wise One

Source of Authority

Public Trust

Length of Term

Indefinite