SPAMVICEROY
Because why not? Credit to Haspen, of course, for creating the original SPAMKINGDOM. I did one of these before (several years ago) called Spamwarlord, which was more military-focused. This will be a more traditional Spamkingdom-esque affair.
The Empire was in turmoil, as it so often is. The Emperor's authority was at an all-time low, the Imperial coffers were bare, barbarians threatened every border, and half the cities in the Empire were on the brink of revolt.
Then a ship washed up on the eastern shores. The surviving crew explained that they had voyaged far across the Great Ocean, and there discovered an unknown continent, which, crucially, was rich in precious metals. The Emperor immediately proclaimed himself sovereign of the new world, and had a grand fleet constructed to go plunder its riches. Soon they returned, holds bursting with bullion, filling the ailing treasury. The newfound wealth bought soldiers and fortifications, securing the borders for a while, and the Emperor revealed a grand plan to ship unwanted malcontents and ne'erdowells off to the new world to settle it in the Emperor's name.
In a stroke, it seemed like all the Empire's problems had been solved. Alas, it was not so. The endless reserves of cash proved a lot less endless than thought, which in turn lead to desertion amongst the soldiers guarding the borders. The new colonies were mismanaged, costing more money than they earned, and the natives proved troublesome, making the Emperor's proclamation of rulership seem a tad premature. Unless someone could bring order to the new world in the Emperor's name, things would soon be as bad as they were before.
This is where you come in. A young noble of moderate standing, you found favour at the Imperial court at just the right (or wrong) time, leading to you being appointed the new VICEROY of all the Empire's colonies on the eastern continent.
So, who are you, exactly?
Name: [Given name & family name]
Skill: What talents do you possess, that the Emperor might consider you a worthy Viceroy?
A: Charisma. Your noble line has long resided in the capital, where words are the weapon of choice- thus you were forced to learn to wield them well. You sweet-talked your way into this job, but your skill at appeasing a crowd will serve you well in the colonies.
B: Health. You come from the Empire's agricultural heartlands, where even the nobility work the land. As a result, you are strong, resilient, and well acquainted with the art of farming- you were surely recognised for your ability to keep the colonies fed.
C: Wisdom. Hailing from the southern coast, your family is equal parts noble and merchant. Dealing with commerce, and meeting strange people from strange lands, has given you the mental flexibility needed to manage a profitable colony.
D: Martial Expertise. Fighting is what your family does best, which is why your ancestors were granted land on the barbarous northern border. You have experience in both personal combat and leading troops in battle, and can be trusted to keep the colonies safe.
E: Luck. Your family lives in the middle of nowhere. You received a reasonably decent education, and served in minor government posts for several years, before suddenly being summoned to the capital. You have absolutely no idea why you have been chosen to be Viceroy.
Name of Colony: [Self-explanatory, I hope]
Name of Capital: [The largest city in the new world, that serves as the entrance point for immigrants and manufactured goods, and the exit point for precious metals and raw resources. It shall serve as your de facto capital, the center of your administration.]
Capital Bonus: Whilst the new world is vast, the region around your capital is know for its...
A: Natural Beauty. A veritable paradise, it is a joy simply to live here.
B: Fertility. Fish and grain are in abundance, making feeding a large population easier.
C: Silver Mines. Whilst not the richest of lodes, the nearby mountains provide a steady stream of silver.
D: Strategic Location. Easily defended, leaving more troops free for other duties.
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