Deltaria

[Rogue]

Tsargrad - Streets have been blocked off, train services extended, officials from over the entire country made their way to the capital and countless of foreign heads of state landed at Tsargrad International Airport. After nearly a decade of regency, Crown Prince Vjekoslav was to become of age and his grand coronation to be his moment. Nearly two years of preparation came before this joyous occassion, as Deltarian authorities prepared to welcome nearly a million Deltarians to the capital. Local police worked together with the Imperial Gendarmerie, the State Security Service and National Police to organize a event that was both safe and manageable. Nearly 120.000 law enforcement officials were present in the capital to ensure the safety of all those attending. 

The most honoured guests were the various heads of state that travelled to Tsargrad. Most notably these were:
The King of Egellion, Artemio I
Emperor of Istalia, Tommaso V
Premier Sherab Aurousseau and Custodian of the Democratic Republic Wangmo (Xsampa)
Three of the five members of the Presidency of Valruzia
Emperor of Luthori, Richard II
and President of Narikaton and Darnussia, Annemarieke Schuhbeck

These guests, amongst others, were welcomed by Crown Prince Vjekoslav his personal carriage and transported to the Imperial Duha in Tsargrad. In the next few hours, at least a million Deltarians poured into the main square of St. Stephans, with the Grand Cathedral of St. Stephan to become the location for the official coronation. As guests entered the cathedral, they awaited Crown Prince Vjekoslav's arrival. In his unique Silver Carriage, the crown prince entered the main square as crowds gathered around the carriage. Cheers filled the air as the carriage moved through. Through these pictures of joy, it became clear to many that Deltaria's monarchy is still popular and wanted. As the carriage stopped near the steps of St. Stephans, Vjekoslav stepped out and was welcomed by a wave of enthusiasm. Flags waved through the sky and all cheered for his majesty. Prime Minister Horvat and at least half of his cabinet welcomed the Crown Prince at the entry of St. Stephans, before all would enter with the Crown Prince ahead. 

Inside the cathedral, the highly traditional ceremony commenced. The Crown Prince pledged his allegiance to the flag and his people, after which the Grand Crown of the Bear was placed on his head and Crown Prince Vjekoslav became Emperor Vjekoslav I. The Emperor stepped off the podium and made his way to the entry of St. Stephans. The doors opened, and the crowd celebrated their new monarch. The sound of cheers continued, before silence commenced. The Emperor, as is tradition, spoke to his subjects. 

My fellow Deltarians. A feeling of pride and responsibility fills me. Despite my young age, i have learned of our great achievements and the great Deltarian people. Of your determination, your perseverance. I know what you are capable of, as your Emperor i will harness that power. I will be a Emperor for all, from Usmarea to Vardiszza. Our newfound democracy is something to cherish a freedom i shall not intervene in unless absolutely necessary. In honor of this new tradition, and in recognizing the past of my family. I announce that from this day onward, the bloodline sitting on the Bear Throne shall not be the Thallers of Deltaria, but shall be the new House of Živanović-Antić. A new house, for a new beginning, starting with myself as your Emperor. Together, we shall build a new tommorow. A tommorow where Deltaria shall flourish!

After his speech, the new Emperor stepped into the silver carriage to head towards the Imperial Duha. There, heads of state were once again welcomed to attend a grand banquette, to toast on the new head of state and fruitfull relations. 

With the coronation of Emperor Vjekoslav I, Deltaria once again has a fully functioning head of state. As Emperor, Vjekoslav has immense powers to both directly influence politics and society as a whole. Notably, his speech called for respect of democratic institutions, with the coming years of his reign to be forming years where we will see if his respect for democracy lasts. At the age of 18, Vjekoslav is the youngest monarch on the planet and will likely face decades of rule.


Crowds gathered at the Grand Cathedral of St. Stephans