Egelion

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This afternoon, Her Majesty Queen Anastasia joined the Prince of Amateria, Leon Alexander, at the Paalce of Sorsuela to announce significant changes that would alter the entire dynamic on the continent of Keris and the further world. King Artemio, King of Egelion and Tsar of Nadiya, would abdicate from the throne next month, making his heir, Prince Leon the future monarch of greater Keris. Prince Leon, 24 years of age, is set to become one of the most powerful monarchs in all of Terra. King Artemio's abdication comes coupled with the acceptance of joining New Endralon and Kizenia in a personal union. King Artemio stated that Egelion would no doubt join a personal union to consolidate stability in Keris, but he would only do it if it meant he could abdicate in his favor. 

After a unanimous decision within the royal council, King Artemio announced he would abdicate next month in favor of his current heir, Prince Leon. This news was announced by Queen Anastasia, who led the press conference at Sorsuela Palace. The Queen, while visibly shaken by the news of King Artemio, stood tall and proud and stated that the Prince of Amateria was prepared to take on the responsibility and role as King. Prince Leon studied at La Academia Real de Altiflor San Mares in Altea, the home to the nation's enlightened absolutist thought. Here, the prince was trained in political philosophy, etiquette, language, history, and social thought. He then transferred to the university of Norterra, a popular location among all royals in Egelion.

The prince's extensive education and moral philosophy was deemed "natural and progressive" by those around him. His mother the queen states that he and King Artemio "fought at the table" many times over the current king's political direction. Many have stated that Prince Leon is looking to continue investing in welfare and architectural services similar to his grandfather King Romulo. Yet, one giant issue remains for Prince Leon upon hi ascension: personal union with New Endralon. Upon his coronation, Prince Leon will become monarch in Egelion and New Endralon, inheriting the titles "Prince of Zyldavia" and " Prince of Tyrgov" as it was for his ancestor, the last king of New Endralon and Tsar of Trigunia, Prince Karoly. 

House Montalivet remains the strongest contenders for the throne in New Endralon as Prince Karoly married a princess from the current Egelian dynasty in 5452, the Princess Valeria (as shown in the link). Their lineage has continued to this day with King Amadeo starting the monarchy in Egelion with this same bloodline. The Montalivets however, being related to the original Orléans-Vasser dynasty since the 50th century, remain a political force in Keris and now Canrille since the death of the last true Canrillaise heir. Queen Anastasia has stated that Prince Leon has thought of claiming the throne of Canrille in the near future as well, but confirmed that his interests remained within Keris for the time being. The Prince is set to take a trip to Portesti next year to accept his future role as King of New Endralon and Kizenia, but to oversee Egelian roles in reconstruction.

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