Second Dekaelic Empire - Middle Era to Enlightenment Era

The Second Dekaelic Empire refers to the Dekaelic Empire after its reformation into an elective monarchy at the beginning of the Middle Era. The Second Empire lasted until the overthrow of the five kings at the end of the Enlightenment Era.

Structure

The Dekaelic Empire is made up of five constituent kingdoms and a number of imperial provinces.

Dekaelic Kingdoms

Located on the Dekaelic peninsula, the five Dekaelic Kingdoms are each ruled by a hereditary king. While subordinate to the emperor, the Dekaelic kings hold their titles until death or abdication, followed by the title being pass to their chosen heir. The emperor does not have the right to deprive the kings of their titles and lands.

Imperial Provinces

The emperor's administration appoints governors to rule each imperial province that fringes the core kingdoms. Appointees are normally chosen from about a dozen powerful families within the empire and its provinces. A governor retains their office until death, revocation, or very rarely, resignation. The emperer has the right to revoke governor appointments with due process.