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| name = Holy Empire of Azivnia | | name = Holy Empire of Azivnia | ||
| image = Emblem_Azivnia.png | | image = Emblem_Azivnia.png | ||
| caption = | | caption = | ||
| aka = The Empire, HEA | | aka = The Empire, HEA | ||
| type = Theocratic Empire | | type = Theocratic Empire | ||
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== Lore == | == Lore == | ||
=== History | === History === | ||
The Empire formed during the collapse of the [[Old Empire]], which had fragmented into independent states by the time Azivnia’s legend spread. After her death, the [[Cult of Azivnia]] absorbed the Old Empire’s remaining institutions and reestablished imperial rule under a strict theocratic system. | The Empire formed during the collapse of the [[Old Empire]], which had fragmented into independent states by the time Azivnia’s legend spread. After her death, the [[Cult of Azivnia]] absorbed the Old Empire’s remaining institutions and reestablished imperial rule under a strict theocratic system. | ||
The Empire is ruled by an | |||
=== Governance === | |||
The Empire is ruled by an Emperor, believed to be the vessel of Azivnia’s soul, who governs through several [[Zelat|Holy Princes]] (''Zelati'' in [[Azivnian language]]). Each Prince controls a province and rules hereditarily, though their authority ultimately depends on the Emperor. | |||
=== Religion === | === Religion === | ||
Azivnia is worshipped as a divine figure embodying unity and conquest. Religious belief is mandatory, while formal observance is secondary to loyalty. Political and religious authority are inseparable, with the Emperor, Princes, and | Azivnia is worshipped as a divine figure embodying unity and conquest. Religious belief is mandatory, while formal observance is secondary to loyalty. Political and religious authority are inseparable, with the Emperor, Princes, and Priests forming the ruling elite. | ||
=== Military & Society === | === Military & Society === | ||
The Empire maintains a professional military, with service widely expected. Its most prominent forces are cavalry units mounted on [[draqostriz]], raised primarily by the [[Dralzani]], a culturally distinct people within the Empire who retain significant autonomy. | The Empire maintains a professional military, with service widely expected. Its most prominent forces are cavalry units mounted on [[draqostriz|draqostrizi]], raised primarily by the [[Dralzani]], a culturally distinct people within the Empire who retain significant autonomy. | ||
Society values obedience and martial competence. Power and wealth are concentrated among military leaders, clergy, and established dynasties. | Society values obedience and martial competence. Power and wealth are concentrated among military leaders, clergy, and established dynasties. | ||