Heathen King
The Heathen King of Aadimhor is an intersting figure cloaked in mystery to most of the world. Not much is known about them outside of their kingdom. A fact that captures imaginations and keeps rumor mills running when one is present.
Requirements
The mark of the heathen king. A depiction of the royal image can be found somewhere on the body of the chosen Heathen. Most commonly it is found on their back, if found it is closely monitored from the moment of discovery until it either fades or solidifies, which implies high chance that the one bearing the mark will become the Healthen. If the image is solid and metallic they have been chosen and all others with the mark find theirs has disappeared. This is the only requirement to achieve the rank as it means one was chosen by the gods to rule over Aadimhor. Should they ever become unworthy then the mark will fade away and either a new king will be marked or they enter a kingless era.
While the mark is the only hard reqiurement if one is found bearing the completed mark before they have reached the age of 30 then a proxy will oversee the The Elder Council of Aadimhor for them until they reach a proper age.
Appointment
The position is given by the astrals, they choose by vote who they consider to be the best fit to lead Aadimhor, the land of a thousand islands, and be their mouthpiece.
Duties
First and foremost the Heathen King is the highpriest of the Astral Court. Second they are a symbol of Aadimhor's prosperity and strength. Beyond that they lead to Elder Council and rules over the islands.
As the high priest they hear the voices of the Astral Court and is free to commune with them on behalf of the people. In addition it is their job to see to the demands of the Astrals and to guide the people in a direction that is coencides with their divine will.
As a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the kingdom the Heathen King is not allowed individual wealth. This ensures that the Heathen is focused on the prosperity and wellbeing of the people. Since everything beyond their necessities must be given by the people and only once the lowest of citizens has first achived standing higher than theirs.
As the head of the Elder Council they oversees the council's meetings and have final say on their policies and decisions. The Heathen is tasked with insuring that the council has the best interests of both the people and the Astrals in mind.
Finally as the definitive monarch of Aadimhor they are expected to rule over and pass judgement on matters of state and security, oversee the courts, and to bring prosperity to the islands. They are also the one's with whom foreign powers speak and treaties and trade agreements are made.
Benefits
The Heathen is allowed a number of guards in different positions to insure their safety and wellbeing. These guards fill a number of traditional roles that are applied for by the populous, they are then determined by a tournament of skill relating to the roll they are trying to fill.
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Type
Royalty, Non-hereditary
Form of Address
Heathen
Alternative Naming
Astral King
Source of Authority
The Astrals
Length of Term
Lifetime
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