The Fireborn Sovereignty

The Fireborn Sovereignty is a sovereign state, distant and separate from the Sith Empire. It is located in the Eridanis Nebula, a secluded area of the Mid-Rim. The Sovereignty is a constitutional democracy wherein a democratically-elected Lord Praetor and his or her assigned Dark Council govern for the well-being of the realm. It was founded on the principles of the Tutai Qo, or the 'Forged Way', and embraces unity, brotherhood, and avoidance of greed.

History
With the final death of the last Emperor of the Sith Imperium in 26 ATC, the citizens of the Imperium were faced with the spirit of the government's founder, Keine Raam. As he guided Lord Emperor Arestenax Ithrough to the Force, Raam declared the dissolution of the Sith Imperium in favor of a newer, non-monarchical government.

Using the last words of Raam as a rallying cry, the last Dark Council of the Imperium, lead by Praetor Veldarius Imperior, then dedicated the remaining months of 26 ATC to the formation of a newer, stronger government. In the first few weeks of 27 ATC the Fireborn Sovereignty was born, and Imperior was elected as the first Praetor of the new regime. Imperior, along with his new Dark Council, drafted the Constitution of the Fireborn Sovereignty, which focused on giving more power to the people.

Lord Praetor
The Lord or Lady Praetor is the elected head of government of the Fireborn Sovereignty and leader of the guild. As the head of the government, he or she presides over the Dark Council in their legislative and judicial duties, appoints government ministers, and ensures the ministries of government operate effectively and progress towards goals beneficial to the people of the realm. A member of the Sovereignty of Sr. Darth standing in society, the Lord or Lady Praetor also serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Sovereignty's Army and Navy.

With the power of 'Praetorian Assent', as stated in the Sovereignty's Constitution, the Lord or Lady Praetor possesses the power to approve or veto laws and propose amendments to the Constitution. The Praetor also possesses the ability to declare martial law, declare war, or sign treaties with the advice of his or her Dark Council.

An elected Praetor may serve no more than two consecutive terms, and is also conferred the title of 'Knight Commander of the Order of the Starbird' for the duration of their term(s).

The incumbent Lord Praetor is:


 * Her Excellency, Darth Azu'lae of House Roderick and Clan Vizsla, the Enduring, the Upholder of Laws, Lady Praetor of the Dark Council, Grand Master of the Order of the Starbird, Duchess of House Imperior of Alderaan, Dark Lord of the Sith, and Knight of the Realm. ((Elected for 6 month term starting 9.7.2020 and ending 3.7.21))

Previous Praetors:


 * Veldarius Imperior

Lord Arbiter
The Lord or Lady Arbiter is the keeper of the government of the Fireborn Sovereignty and the keeper of the guild. In this position, the Lord or Lady Arbiter may, with sufficient evidence or wrongdoing, apathy, or excessive infighting, call for the dismissal of the Praetor or Dark Council. The Lord or Lady Arbiter may only be elected from the Sr. Darths of the Sovereignty, and must act as a neutral party when called upon to resolve Council disputes.

The Lord or Lady Arbiter is elected to a 'for life' term - which ends upon the death of the Arbiter, or their voluntary resignation. The Arbiter is conferred the title 'Knight Captain of the Order of the Starbird' for the duration of their term. The Lord Arbiter is:


 * His Grace, Veldarius of the House Imperior, the Undying, Lord Arbiter of the Fireborn Sovereignty, Conqueror of Amgarrak, Prince of the Realm, Grand Duke of House Imperior of Alderaan, and Master of the Tutai Qo.

The Dark Council of the Fireborn Sovereignty
The Dark Council is the deliberative body which holds legislative and judicial authority over the Fireborn Sovereignty. Led by the elected Lord or Lady Praetor, the Dark Council is the government responsible for the day to day affairs of the Fireborn Sovereignty. The members of the Dark Council include the Praetor and five Lord Councilors, each of whom preside over one of the four ministries and the religious body of the Fireborn Sovereignty government.

There is no term limit on the tenure of a Dark Councilor, as each Praetor reserves the right to select their own cabinet from the available Sr. Darths. Those appointed to the Dark Council are conferred the title of 'Knight Captain of the Order of the Starbird' for the duration of their tenure on the Council.

Per the Constitution, the seats of the Dark Council are associated with the following ministries and bodies:


 * 1) Ministry of War
 * 2) Ministry of State
 * 3) Ministry of Intelligence
 * 4) The Ashborn Covenant
 * 5) Ministry of Galactic Influence

The current members of the Dark Council, and their styles of address are:


 * 1) His Honor, Darth Jhaffon'el Hane, Lord Councilor of the Dark Council, Minister of State, Captain of the Order of the Starbird, Chief Justice, High Overseer, Dark Lord of the Sith, and Knight of the Realm.
 * 2) Her Honor, Darth Atheane of Clan Umbra, Lord Councilor of the Dark Council, Minister of War, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of the Fireborn Sovereignty Military Forces, and Dark Lord of the Fireborn.
 * 3) His Honor, Darth Tyrol of Clan Marec, Lord Councilor of the Dark Council, Minister of Galactic Influence, King of the Marec Kingdom, and Dark Lord of the Sith.
 * 4) His Honor, Ginungagap, Lord Councilor of the Dark Council and Diocese of the Ashborn Covenant.
 * 5) His Honor, Darth Astusans Beletroph, Lord Councilor of the Dark Council, Minister of Intelligence, Captain of the Order of the Starbird, Dark Lord of the Sith, and Knight of the Realm.

Note that Lord Councilors may assign a deputy to serve as their second in the event of their absence.

Territories
The Fireborn Sovereignty currently occupies 1 planet(s).


 * Amgarrak - Capital Planet
 * Geroon - Military Occupation

The Order of the Starbird
Main Article: The Order of the Starbird

The Order of the Starbird, better known as the Starbird Order, is an elite chivalric order, rewarding contributions made to the Sovereignty through public service, military valor, diplomacy, and other acts of service to the realm. The Order is a successor to the former Knights of the Sith Imperium, and was founded by Praetor Veldarius Imperior during the last days of the Sith Imperium.

Entrance into the Order is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a citizen of the Fireborn Sovereignty. Nominations for the Order may be made by any standing member of the Dark Council, however the final decision for entry lies with the Grand Master of the Order.

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