Imperial State of Crascia
 | This article needs more links to other articles to help integrate it into the encyclopedia. (September 2022) |
Imperial State of Crascia Crascia | |
|---|---|
 Flag
 Coat of arms
| |
| Motto: "Proficere Nitantur" | |
| Capital and largest city | Gytheia |
| Official languages | English |
| Demonym(s) | Crascian, Crasque |
| Government | Imperial Tricameral Legislative Monarchy |
• Emperor | Jack I |
• Chancellor | Ted |
• Prime Minister | Bestof |
| Legislature | Imperial Parliament of Crascia |
| Establishment | 8th August 2019 (Current Constitution) |
• First Kingdom | 1st June 2018 |
• Second Kingdom | 1st July 2018 |
• Peoples Republic | 28th July 2018 |
• Third Kingdom | 30th July 2018 |
• Principality | 20th October 2018 |
• Fourth Kingdom | 7th November 2018 |
• Empire | 8th February 2019 |
• Imperial State | 8th August 2019 |
| Population | |
• 2024 census | 6 |
| Currency | Australian dollar ($) (AUD) |
| Time zone | Australian Eastern Standard Time | AEST |
| Internet TLD | .com.au |
Crascia, officially the Imperial State Of Crascia is a microstate located in Australia. It is an Imperial Tricameral Legislative Monarchy, that grants constitutional power through three separate parliamentary houses. Crascia is an unrecognised sovereign entity with an unofficial claim to a small enclave of territory within Australia.
Influence
Crascia has drawn large influence from European culture. Large sources of influence toward cultural practices and aesthetics range from that of English, French and Hellenic. The Monarchy, is heavily influenced and inspired by the aristocratic courts used by the Romans and the Byzantines, as well as the peerage systems used in the United Kingdom and formerly France.
History
See: History of Crascia
The origins and formation of Crascia is somewhat considered to be a very turbulent period in the microstates history. The first iteration of an independent Crascian state came from the establishment of The Kingdom of Crascia on the 1st of June 2018. The first kingdom was structured as an absolute monarchy, in which rule by decree was enforced. Shortly after the initial establishment on the 1st July 2018, a new government was formed. This period is referred as the second kingdom. This government was also an absolute monarchy in which no form of a constitution or parliament existed. On the 28th of July 2018, the monarchy was abolished. The very short-lived People’s Republic of Crascia was then hence established on the 28th of July 2018, and dissolved just two days later.
As a continuation of the ruling House of Crascia, The Kingdom of Crascia was re-founded on the 30th July 2018. This period is known historically as the third kingdom. Initially an absolute monarchy where rule by decree was enforced, the original Parliament of Crascia was established on the 15th September 2018, hence establishing the office of Prime Minister, and creating the first parliamentary council. This government lasted through until the 20th October 2018 in which the title of Kingdom of Crascia, was subsequently changed to the Principality of Crascia. The office of Prime Minister was abolished during this time, however Parliament still functioned under the parliamentary council.
On the 7th of November 2018, the title was reverted back to the Kingdom of Crascia, commencing what is considered to be the era of the fourth kingdom. The revised Kingdom Of Crascia then lasted through until February 2019, in which a new revised Unicameral Imperial Monarchy was created, hence creating what was known as The Empire of Crascia. This would last through until August 2019, in which the Imperial State of Crascia, was established. The government of the new Imperial State was revised on the 29th of April 2020, with the addition of two new parliamentary houses. This marked the formation of the Peerage of Crascia, as well as the granting of new administrative offices for subdivisions. These two new houses with the addition of the original council now referred to as the Imperial Council, form Crascia's modern day tricameral Parliament.
Politics & Geography
Administrative Divisions
Crascia is currently divided into five provinces. Each province is representative of a city within the realm, and they are cooperatively governed by the Lord Mayor and the holder of the corresponding Dukedom. The title of Duke, through Crascias peerage system can only be granted by the Emperor and provide seats to the House of Aristocrats. The Lord Mayors of each respective holding are assigned by the Imperial Council, and make up the seats for the House of the Senate. The Province of Gytheia remains the seat of the state and the home of the Emperor. The Emperor has absolute control over the Province of Gytheia, occupying both the Dukedom, and position of Lord Mayor.
| Coat of Arms | Division Name | Capital City | Lord Mayor | Corresponding Duke |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Province of Arkil | Arkil | Gunther 1st Lord Mayor Of Arkil | Ted 2nd Duke Of Arkil |
 |
Province of Gytheia | Gytheia | Jack I, 1st Lord Mayor Of Gytheia | Jack I, 2nd Duke Of Gytheia |
 |
Province of Laidar | Laidar | Dul 2nd Lord Mayor Of Laidar | Bestof 1st Duke Of Laidar |
 |
Province of Lineare | Lineare | Dul 1st Lord Mayor Of Lineare | Jack I, 1st Duke Of Lineare |
 |
Province of Slavibaski | Slavibaski | Gunther 1st Lord Mayor Of Slavibaski | Slothy 2nd Duke Of Slavibaski |
Cities
- Gytheia - Capital and largest city
- Laidar - Historical capital and major city
- Slavibaski - Historical capital and major city
- Lineare
- Arkil
Government Structure
The Imperial Parliament Of Crascia was first established on the 15th of September 2018. Its original format was that of a unicameral council. Since the 29th April 2020, the revised Imperial Parliament is comprised of three parliamentary houses. These are the Imperial Council, the House of Aristocrats, and the House of The Senate. This system of parliament allows for a three-step review process in law-making. There are no political parties in Crascia, as the state is run with what is essentially absolute power by the Emperor. Political responsibilities are divided up into the following positions, which are granted by the Emperor.
Imperial Council
| Member Seat | Incumbent |
|---|---|
| Emperor of Crascia | Jack I |
| Chancellor of Crascia | Ted 2nd Duke Of Arkil |
| Prime Minister of Crascia | Bestof 1st Duke Of Laidar |
| Foreign Minister of Crascia | Slothy 2nd Duke Of Slavibaski |
| Crascian Minister of Affairs | Gunther |
House of Aristocrats
| Member Seat | Incumbent |
|---|---|
| Duke of Gytheia | Jack I |
| Duke of Laidar | Bestof 1st Duke Of Laidar |
| Duke of Lineare | Jack I |
| Duke of Slavibaski | Slothy 2nd Duke Of Slavibaski |
| Duke of Arkil | Ted 2nd Duke Of Arkil |
House of The Senate
| Member Seat | Incumbent |
|---|---|
| Lord Mayor Of Gytheia | Jack I |
| Lord Mayor Of Laidar | Dul |
| Lord Mayor Of Lineare | Dul |
| Lord Mayor Of Slavibaski | Gunther |
| Lord Mayor Of Arkil | Gunther |
Monarchy
Crascia's Imperial government is effectively an absolute monarchy, backed by constitutional power that does provide for some division of power through its parliamentary houses. Throughout most of the microstates history, Crascia has been ruled over by the noble House of Crascia under various different titles.
House of Crascia
 Arms of the House of Crascia | |
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Titles | Emperor of Crascia
Duke of Gytheia Duke of Lineare Earl of Ascot |
| Founder | Jack I Emperor of Crascia |
| Current head | Jack I Emperor of Crascia |
| Founding | 1st June 2018 |
The noble House of Crascia was established on the 1st of June 2018 by Jack I, concurrently with the establishment of the first Kingdom of Crascia. The family have ruled Crascia for the majority of its short history. Jack I has been the reigning monarch for the entirety of the states history thus far.
Current Titles
Emperor of Crascia (Since 8th February 2019)
Duke of Gytheia (Since 29th Of April 2020)
Duke of Lineare (Since 8th November 2020)
Earl of Ascot (Since 24th November 2024)
Former Titles
King of Crascia (1st June 2018 – 28th July 2018), (30th July 2018 – 20th October 2018), (7th November 2018 – 8th February 2019)
Crown Prince of Crascia (20th October 2018 – 7th November 2018)
Duke of Slavibaski (29th Of April 2020 – 8th November 2020)
Duke of Arkil (12th January 2021 – 21st August 2021)
Emperor of Crascia
| Emperor of Crascia | |
|---|---|
Personal seal of the Emperor of Crascia | |
| Incumbent | |
| Jack I since 8th February 2019 | |
| Details | |
| Style | Imperial Highness |
The current title given to the reigning monarch of Crascia is that of Emperor. This has been the case since the 8th of February 2019, in which the Kingdom of Crascia was elevated to the Crascian Empire. The title of Emperor has persisted through to the current Imperial State of Crascia. Previously, the sovereign of Crascia has been styled as King and Crown Prince for brief periods.
Peerage of Crascia
The Peerage of Crascia was formally established on the 29th of April 2020 with the creation of the first dukedom subsidiary titles to the realm. The Peerage of Crascia follows the same structure as the English ranks of nobility. As of 2024, there are five dukedoms, one earldom, and one barony. Crascian peers hold no direct right to administrative territory, and are rather potentially granted a member seat in parliament. Currently, the only peers that sit in parliament, are those who possess one of the original dukedoms, corresponding to the traditional provinces of Crascia. The following is a list of current peerages that have been created by the sovereign.
Dukedom of Arkil
| Dukedom of Arkil | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 12th January 2021 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| First holder | Jack I, 1st Duke of Arkil |
| Present holder | Ted, 2nd Duke of Arkil |
| Status | Extant |
The Dukedom of Arkil was created on the 12th of January 2021 by Jack I. The Duke of Arkil is to hold office in the House of Aristocrats, as a political figure and cooperative governor of the Duchy of Arkil.
List of Dukes
| Name | Held |
|---|---|
| Jack I, 1st Duke of Arkil | 12th January 2021 - 21st August 2021 |
| Ted, 2nd Duke of Arkil | Since 21st August 2021 |
Dukedom of Gytheia
| Dukedom of Gytheia | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 29th April 2020 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| First holder | Slothy, 1st Duke of Gytheia |
| Present holder | Jack I, 2nd Duke of Gytheia |
| Status | Extant |
The Dukedom of Gytheia is one of the original four dukedoms to be created by Jack I on the 29th of April 2020. The Dukedom of Gytheia is considered to be a royal dukedom, as it is held by the reigning monarch. The estate of Gytheia is located at the seat of state, and represents the possessions of the Emperor. The Dukedom provides office to the administrative division of Gytheia. Jack I, as the reigning monarch, has absolute control over the division, occupying both offices of Duke, and Lord Mayor.
List of Dukes
| Name | Held |
|---|---|
| Slothy, 1st Duke of Gytheia | 29th April 2020 – 8th November 2020 |
| Jack I, 2nd Duke of Gytheia | Since 8th November 2020 |
Dukedom of Laidar
| Dukedom of Laidar | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 29th April 2020 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| Present holder | Bestof, 1st Duke of Laidar |
| Status | Extant |
The Dukedom of Laidar is one of the original four dukedoms to be created by Jack I on the 29th of April 2020. The Duke of Laidar is to hold office in the House of Aristocrats, as a political figure and cooperative governor of the Duchy of Laidar.
List of Dukes
| Name | Held |
|---|---|
| Bestof, 1st Duke of Laidar | Since 29th April 2020 |
Dukedom of Lineare
| Dukedom of Lineare | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 29th April 2020 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| Present holder | Jack I, 1st Duke of Lineare |
| Status | Extant |
The Dukedom of Lineare is one of the original four dukedoms to be created by Jack I on the 29th of April 2020. The Dukedom of Lineare is considered to be a royal dukedom, as it is held by the reigning monarch. The Duke of Lineare is to hold office in the House of Aristocrats, as a political figure and cooperative governor of the Duchy of Lineare.
List of Dukes
| Name | Held |
|---|---|
| Jack I, 1st Duke of Lineare | Since 29th April 2020 |
Dukedom of Slavibaski
| Dukedom of Slavibaski | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 29th April 2020 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| First holder | Jack I, 1st Duke of Slavibaski |
| Present holder | Slothy, 2nd Duke of Slavibaski |
| Status | Extant |
The Dukedom of Slavibaski is one of the original four dukedoms to be created by Jack I on the 29th of April 2020. The Duke of Slavibaski is to hold office in the House of Aristocrats, as a political figure and cooperative governor of the Duchy of Slavibaski.
List of Dukes
| Name | Held |
|---|---|
| Jack I, 1st Duke of Slavibaski | 29th Of April 2020 – 8th November 2020 |
| Slothy, 2nd Duke of Slavibaski | Since 8th November 2020 |
Earldom of Ascot
The Earldom of Ascot is a title created in the Peerage of Crascia on the 24th of November 2024. The Earldom does not have an estate and only the title exists. It is currently the possession of the House of Crascia.
| Earldom of Ascot | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 24th November 2024 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| Present holder | Jack I, 1st Earl of Ascot |
| Status | Extant |
Barony of Ginter
The Barony of Ginter is a title in the Peerage of Crascia, created specifically for Crascian politician Gunther, for his services to the state. The Barony does not contain an estate.
| Barony of Ginter | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Creation date | 24th November 2024 |
| Created by | Jack I |
| Peerage | Peerage of Crascia |
| Present holder | Gunther, 1st Baron of Ginter |
| Status | Extant |