Arcadian Empire

Government
The government of the Arcadian Empire is a feudal system of noble houses that owe fealty to one Emperor. Historically, this has been a very loosely controlled system. At times, near-autonomy has devolved onto even the Minor Houses.

With the beginning of the Seasons of Strife however, control of the Empire has splintered. Several different groups now lay claim to former Imperial territory. Among them are two separate claims to the Throne from Ellie Tartresis (though this is suspected to be under the influence of House Rithe) and Halarre Tartresis. In addition, the Morshadd Commune has seized control of the capital world itself, which contains approximately 70% of the population of the Empire.

The Emperor
Emperor Lugis of the House Tartresis was the reigning Emperor until the Seasons of Strife. He assumed the position after a War of Succession was only narrowly averted in the ashes of the Arcadian defeat in the Federation-Arcadian War. Emperor Lugis was killed in the Bombing of Morshadd, and has been succeeded by both of his daughters simultaneously, with his son and presumptive heir killed over Calamar.

Current

 * House Tartresis
 * House Rithe
 * House Ixaria
 * House Bene
 * House Herbe

Defunct

 * Imperial House
 * House Kortennon
 * House Manan