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[[File:Steineruniformarchon.png|thumb|200px|Archon [[Katrina Steiner]] wearing a traditional uniform.]] | [[File:Steineruniformarchon.png|thumb|200px|Archon [[Katrina Steiner]] wearing a traditional uniform.]] | ||
| − | The '''Archon''' is the ruler and leader of the [[Lyran Commonwealth]]. [[House Steiner]] | + | The '''Archon''' is the ruler and leader of the [[Lyran Commonwealth]]. [[House Steiner]] holds a firm grasp upon the office, which currently resembles a constitutional monarchy. The heir-apparent, usually the eldest child or closest relative of the current archon, is named '''Archon-Designate'''. |
| − | The position is open to both sexes and the Archon is the commander-in-chief of the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]] and head-of-state holding full authority to make any and all decisions relating to domestic and foreign policy. Despite occasional exceptions, most Archon have | + | The position is open to both sexes and the Archon is the commander-in-chief of the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]] and head-of-state holding full authority to make any and all decisions relating to domestic and foreign policy. Despite occasional exceptions, most '''Archon-Designate''' traditionally have served in the Lyran military. |
| − | + | Most Archons of House Steiner have traditionally been rather liberal rulers, granting the people the right of assembly, freedom of speech and freedom of the press. Indeed, the rare occasions in which these rights have been suspended have led to major internal political crisis. | |
| − | A new Archon has to be confirmed by the [[Estates General]], which was originally created in [[2376]] by [[Robert Marsden]] as a means to legitimisate his coup d'etat. From its humble beginning as a rubber stamp organization the Estates General slowly | + | A new Archon has to be formally confirmed by the [[Estates General]], which was originally created in [[2376]] by [[Robert Marsden]] as a means to legitimisate his coup d'etat. From its humble beginning as a rubber stamp organization the Estates General have slowly acquired a considerable degree of political influence in determining a new Archon. |
| − | At least in theory the powers of the Archon are limited by the Estates General which can ''de jure'' depose a ruling Archon and | + | At least in theory the powers of the Archon are limited by the Estates General which can ''de jure'' depose a ruling Archon and chose a suitable replacement. This was done in [[3007]] when the Estates General successfully passed a no-confidence resolution upon the impopular and reckless [[Alessandro Steiner]], paving the way for his niece [[Katrina Steiner|Katrina]].<ref>''House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)''</ref> |
| − | Such an act is never taken lightly | + | Such an act is never taken lightly; it will obviously cause a major constitutional crisis which may even lead a full-fledged civil war. Realistically the deciding factor will be the officers of the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]] whose loyalty will tested to utmost. |
Revision as of 21:05, 7 March 2011
The Archon is the ruler and leader of the Lyran Commonwealth. House Steiner holds a firm grasp upon the office, which currently resembles a constitutional monarchy. The heir-apparent, usually the eldest child or closest relative of the current archon, is named Archon-Designate.
The position is open to both sexes and the Archon is the commander-in-chief of the Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces and head-of-state holding full authority to make any and all decisions relating to domestic and foreign policy. Despite occasional exceptions, most Archon-Designate traditionally have served in the Lyran military.
Most Archons of House Steiner have traditionally been rather liberal rulers, granting the people the right of assembly, freedom of speech and freedom of the press. Indeed, the rare occasions in which these rights have been suspended have led to major internal political crisis.
A new Archon has to be formally confirmed by the Estates General, which was originally created in 2376 by Robert Marsden as a means to legitimisate his coup d'etat. From its humble beginning as a rubber stamp organization the Estates General have slowly acquired a considerable degree of political influence in determining a new Archon.
At least in theory the powers of the Archon are limited by the Estates General which can de jure depose a ruling Archon and chose a suitable replacement. This was done in 3007 when the Estates General successfully passed a no-confidence resolution upon the impopular and reckless Alessandro Steiner, paving the way for his niece Katrina.[1]
Such an act is never taken lightly; it will obviously cause a major constitutional crisis which may even lead a full-fledged civil war. Realistically the deciding factor will be the officers of the Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces whose loyalty will tested to utmost.
| Name | Reign | Descent |
|---|---|---|
| Archon Basileus of the Lyran Commonwealth 2346 - 2395 | ||
| "The Nine Archons" | 2346 - 2375 | |
| Robert "The Crusher" Marsden | 2375 - 2395 | |
| Archon of the Lyran Commonwealth 2395 - 2408 | ||
| Alistair Marsden | 2395 - 2408 | |
| Steiner Archon of the Lyran Commonwealth 2408 - 2849 | ||
| Katherine Steiner-Marsden | 2408 - 2445 | Wife of Alistair |
| Alistair Marsden-Steiner | 2445 - 2467 | Son of Katherine and Alistair |
| Michael I | 2467 - 2472 | Son of Alistair Marsden-Steiner |
| Steven | 2472 - 2501 | Brother of Michael |
| Margaret Olsen-Steiner | 2501 - 2503 | Wife of Steven |
| Robert I | 2503 - 2528 | |
| Craig | 2528 - 2555 | Son of Robert |
| Tracial | 2555 - 2570 | Cousin of Craig |
| Viola Steiner-Dinesen | 2570 - 2596 | |
| Kevin Steiner-Dinesen | 2596 - 2647 | Son of Viola |
| Sarah Steiner-Dinesen | 2647 - 2672 | Sister of Kevin |
| William | 2672 - 2704 | Son of Sarah |
| Jonathan | 2704 - 2729 | Son of William |
| Michael II | 2729 - 2760 | Brother of Jonathan |
| Robert II | 2760 - 2781 | Son of Michael II |
| Jennifer | 2781 - 2791 | Sister of Robert II |
| Richard | 2791 - 2823 | Son of Jennifer |
| Marcus | 2823 - 2844 | Nephew of Richard |
| Melissa Nin-Steiner | 2845 | Wife of Marcus |
| Claudius "the Cruel" | 2845 - 2849 | Brother of Marcus |
| Triumvirate Regency of the Lyran Commonwealth 2849 - 2859 | ||
| Rebecca Morgan Steiner | Wife of Claudius | |
| Speaker of the Estates General Henry DeCalidore | ||
| Ilysa Aten | ||
| Steiner Archon of the Lyran Commonwealth 2859 - 3055 | ||
| Elizabeth Steiner | 2859 - 2895 | Daugther of Claudius and Rebecca |
| Eric | 2895 - 2913 | |
| Simon Borge-Steiner | 2913 - 2914 | Son of Eric |
| Tatyana | 2914 - 2937 | Sister of Simon |
| Marco | 2937 - 2952 | Son of Tatyana |
| Giovanni | 2952 - 2980 | Son of Marco |
| Alessandro | 2980 - 3007 | Son of Giovanni |
| Katrina | 3007 - 3039 | Niece of Alessandro |
| Melissa Steiner-Davion | 3039 - 3055 | Daughter of Katrina |
| Steiner-Davion Archon-Prince of the Federated Commonwealth 3055 - 3057 | ||
| Victor | 3055 - 3057 | Son of Melissa |
| Archon-Prince of the Lyran Alliance 3057 - 3067 | ||
| Katherine | 3060 - 3067 | Sister of Victor |
| Archon of the Lyran Alliance 3067 - 3084 | ||
| Peter Steiner-Davion | 3067 - ?? | Brother of Katherine Steiner-Davion |
| Adam Steiner | ?? - ?? | Cousin of Peter |
| Steiner Archon of the Lyran Commonwealth 3084 - ??? | ||
| Adam Steiner | ?? - ?? | |
| Melissa Steiner II | ?? - present | |
References
- ↑ House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)