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[Blood_Librarian]

b

[mightymushroom]

Not knowing how we get an heir – could be anything from harem to adoption to cloning – B sounds like it closes fewer options.

[VoidSlayer]

Not knowing how we get an heir – could be anything from harem to adoption to cloning – B sounds like it closes fewer options.

While D opens some other possibilities!

Nah go with B

[Lord_lemonpie]

Quite pleasant, indeed.

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Though he does not show it, judging from the sparkle in his eyes, Ithias shares your sentiment. The stern look of a warrior returns on his face in an instant, however. Seems like the guy is not one to show much emotions.

The following celebrations were glorious, filled with booze, food, and companionship. You talked with many, though the most fruitful one was with:

A: Archduchess Jülia Grumwell, a previous acquaintance and one of your most powerful vassals.
B: Prince Rothgar Thaüm, Ithias' oldest brother and heir apparent to Thaumata.
C: Cuzco Tlechitzan, an extravagant consul hailing from Hub.

[Prophet]

A

[mightymushroom]

A

[Maximum Spin]

B

[VoidSlayer]

C A good opportunity to expand our influence further to the center of the civilized worlds.

[Lord_lemonpie]

From your conversation with Jülia you seemed to have gathered that she has constantly been spreading word of your greatness among the nobility. A woman such as herself must have swayed many minds, and your legitimacy can only benefit. She also came to bring you a special tribute, representing all lords and ladies of the southern hemisphere in the matter.

4436 A.G., Early Fourth Quarter

With your falling popularity, the NKFF has seen more and more people join their ranks. Still outfitted by the Taglerines, they now pose a significant threat, were it not for the fact that your actually control the strings.

A: Fear is better than popularity. Have their ranks decimated!
B: Maybe we should grant the people more liberty. The NKFF will become a puppet in our new parliament!
C: If I control the nobles, I control the people. And I control the nobles, as well as those not loyal to them, so nothing to worry about.

[Blood_Librarian]

c

[mightymushroom]

Okay, creating a parliament is right out. You let people have representation in government and next thing you know they expect things, like to actually be represented. If they see the opposition party voting your way then the whole government comes crashing down, probably while on fire.

Between A and C then, do we risk unpopularity or risk having these true believers take independent action?

C, but maybe divert some of the Taglerine armament away from the rabble and into royal storage?

[Maximum Spin]

C

[Lord_lemonpie]

You decide not to worry too much about the NKFF.

4437 A.G., Early First Quarter

Your first year as a monarch has been completed. As you awaken, you see a summary of the year and current status lying on your desk.

Population: 11
Treasury: 4
Military: 3

The status of the nation seems stable, actually having improved somewhat.

Polls:
Popularity: 2
Legitimacy: 12
Piety: 3

The polls, however, have changed quite a bit. The popularity of your regime is at an all time low, with more and more flooding towards the NKFF, an organisation that has become hard to maintain and keep in check. The clergy does not seem to like you as well. The opinion of the nobility, however, has never been as high. Partly due to your wedding, ties to the royal house of Thaüm and the works of Archduchess Jülia Grumwell. For the first time in known history, many nobles seem to be paying more taxes than strictly required.

The scribes have also created a detailed profile of yourself. They intend to maintain it until your death in an archive called "The OP"

Spoiler: Crowned King Iago Malagrange-Thaüm (click to show/hide)

Parents: Vincentas Doran Malagrange † x Crowned Queen Aelyse Archibaldys of Nevo Koronn †
Rule: 4435 -
Heir: Prince Ithias Malagrange-Thaüm of Thaumata
Spouse: Prince Ithias Malagrange-Thaüm of Thaumata
Children:
Achievements:
Traits: Intricate Webweaver Bisexual Quick of Wit

Ragnar's tournament is soon, and it is time for you to choose a champion.

A: I shall go myself, for I am no craven man.
B: Ithias really wants to go, I'll let him.
C: I dare not risk my life or the life of my husband. I shall take one of the best arena fighters.

As for an heir:

A: It's expensive, but we need one. Off to the gene-labs we go.
B: It's too expensive, I can not spare the money
C: Expensive? I will not beget genetic abominations. We will try the natural way.*

*this option is unavailable because your spouse is infertile or of the same gender

[Blood_Librarian]

Uh... do we get to do anything?

[Lord_lemonpie]

Sorry, pressed post a little too early! Edited it.