Balian Settlement Guide

The Kingdom of Balian
	The Kingdom of Balian is a kingdom founded by Prince John Casimir Novellen and his allies following the conclusion of The Brother's War in 72 SA. Built upon the notion of providing a safe haven for those displaced by strife among humanity, Balian has since become a hub for blossoming cultural development. It likewise offers a unique landscape, catering to those who prefer warmer climates with its expansive Crownlands. • Current Leader: Alexandros I, King of Balian • Peak Times  For Balian 2-6pm EST are peak hours, though sometimes can even go as late as 10-11pm EST. However, we also have players who are GMT-friendly, with hours as early as 11am EST.
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Current Leadership	List of Leaders in Balian King Alexander I - His Royal Majesty, King Alexander I of Balian. The current monarch and head of the kingdom. Prince Hadrian Casimir - His Royal Highness, the Prince of Monterosa. The King's eldest child and heir. Ledicort Vuiller - The Lord Amiratus of Balian. In charge of staffing the Duana as well as leading the executive government of the country. Gaius Rosius var Ruthern - Secretary of the Interior. Responsible for the Ecumene, or land survey of Balian, and ensures that the land as a whole is held to royal architectural standards. Also handles matters pertaining to Immigration. Princess Persephone Maxima - Legate of the Crown. responsible for the world view of Balian as well as the pacts and treaties that the nation holds. Johanne Vuiller - Procurator of the Crown. The chief financial minister, entrusted with all of Balian’s financial matters, procuring more money for the Kingdom and looking over any spending of the nation. Kasimir Sarkozic - Censor of the Crown. Tasked with the matters of government documentation. Peter d’Arkent- Constable of the Crown. Responsible for the maintenance and command of the national army. Teodosio Cardinal Tyria - Agent-General of the Clergy and Bishop of Tyria. Tasked with promoting religious and cultural institutions within the realm. Princess Augustina Therosia - Governess of the Palatio Monterosa. Oversees the running of the King's palace and royal court.
Military	The Kingdom is defended by the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, an order dedicated to serving and protecting the Highlander realm. Within the Brotherhood exist three separate chapters: the infantry Chapter of the Crow, the cavalry Chapter of the Destrier, and the elite heavy infantry Chapter of the Black Cross responsible for the protection of the royal family. The Brotherhood accepts men and women who have reached the minimum age of 14 and provides lodging, equipment, and combat training to all recruits. Non-humans are also accepted into the Brotherhood.
Knighthood	Glory! Honor! Loyalty! Chivalry! These are all things that allow a Knight of Haense to thrive. Being a Haeseni knight offers a fantastic roleplay opportunity filled with crazy and epic adventures you could imagine. In order to join the Order of the Crow, one must prove their worth as a squire. They will go through multiple trials and quests to show that they are ready to protect the kingdom in an official capacity. A knights purpose is to battle anything that wishes to terrorize the peoples of Haense as well as fight against those who try to harm the royal family, knights are here to protect the realm. Seen as some of the fierces and boldest warriors in the lands, being a crow knight leads to respect amongst others of the kingdom. Marian Knight, similar to crow knights, are hand picked by the king himself and specifically tasked with protecting him and his family,
Religion	The kingdom's official religion is Canonism, with its citizens following the Church of Canon. (See: Church of the Canon)