Emperor is Married
Countess Elizabeth of Luxon now assumes the title of Empress of Ananto and Kalistan
Eveari, Ananto
April 12, 5159
Emperor and Empress of Ananto and Kalistan marry in Brethrenist Ceremony in Eveari
The Emperor of Ananto and Kalistan is now married, fulfilling the long standing request of the Institutionalist Government of Kalistan, and setting Ananto up as a fully restored dynasty. The Empreor became engaged five years ago, but the marriage was delayed for several years due to logistics and pressing state matters. But it finally happened today to the Premier's, and the Nation's great relief.
The marriage occurred in traditional Brethrenist fashion in the Emperor's backyard in Eveari. The Brethrenist ceremony, which involved guests attending a silent meeting, and the occasional visitor speaking out of the silence, before the Bride and Groom each offer words of admiration for one another as well as any affirmations they wish to tell their betrothed, which stand in the place of wedding vows, was followed by a signing of the Marriage Certificate which states the name and displays the signature of those married, and requires the signature of all who attended the ceremony. Following the service, the entire meeting was asked to walk with the Emperor and Empress through the street of Eveari, as the Emperor and his new bride greeted the citizens of the Imperial Seat as well as the thousands of others who turned out to wish the new couple well.
After a quick change of clothes, the Emperor and Empress lead a parade through Eveari in celebration of their Marriage.
The Ceremony was attended by about 60 people, mostly the Bride's close friends and family, with a few of the Emperor's close friends also Present. The Prime Minister represented the Government at the Ceremony, and also in Attendance were the Istalian Emperor Tommaso and Empress Elisa, who invited the Emperor to their wedding, and to whom the Emperor greeted warmly, glad to renew ties with his Istalian counterpart once more. Queen Catherine and Duc Phillipe of Lourenne were also in attendance, as Kalistan's long time allies and close economic partners renewed their relations with Kalistan. Kalistan also played host to a representative of the Foreign Department of Tropica, Aneterea Seuava, who arrived in Kaliburg for the festivities and was immediately met by the Kalistani Foreign Minister Kerry Walters, who travelled with the Dovani dignitary to Eveari.
The crowd of well wishers who greeted the Emperor on the Parade Route included nearly all of Kalistan's 79 Deputies, members of several Kalistani bands, and several movie stars. Dress was definitely casual for such an auspicious event, but this was on request of the Emperor, who adheres to the Brethrenist Testimony of Simplicity in Dress. The Emperor wore a coat and tophat to the wedding, keeping his hat on during the ceremony in Brethrenist tradition, but removed it as he and the Empress embarked on the Parade. The Empress donned a gown donated to her by Hutorian/Kalistani Fashion house Cooper & Probert. Most visitors dressed simply, and even the visiting foreign dignitaries were not outlandish or ostentatious in their choice of clothing.
The Emperor and the Empress exchange words of Care and Affirmation during the Ceremony
Following the Ceremony and the signing of the marriage certificate, the Emperor offered a short speech to those assembled at the meeting.
"Friends, I greet you here today, and request your ongoing support and care for this marriage. My wife and I have lived like a married couple for nearly half a decade now, but now that she is ascended to the Office of Empress of Ananto and Kalistan, we will both require a deeper commitment on your part to our well being. By attending this ceremony, you take our union into your concern, more so than does the entire Nation of Kalistan. We ask that you celebrate the good times we will have together with us, but also be observant for any strife or struggle in this new relationship, as sometimes the trials of our office will strain our personal relationship, and if you see anything personally which you think we could use help with, you do not hesitate to share your part of the Truth with us. Keep us in the Light of the Truth, and in your thoughts and prayers to who ever you pray to, and we will welcome your blessings and care. Now let us go forth and greet the people of our Great Nation."
With this benediction, the Emperor and Empress went to change for the Parade procession.
The nuptial ceremony completed, the new Empress ascends to the Throne of Ananto and Kalistan, such as it is. She will be granted an office in Kaliburg, and will serve as the Emperor's representative at state functions abroad when the Emperor is required at home. She will legally speak with the same authority of the Emperor, and unlike other Imperial and royal spouses, shall not be considered an Empress Consort, but will be given the title of Empress of Ananto and Kalistan. The Government is expected to draft a law which will permit the Emperor to pass any title, including Sovereign of Ananto and Kalistan, to the Empress either temporarily or permanently in case of his incapacitation or death, and while the Emperor is out of Kalistan, the Empress will serve in full capacity in the place and with full proxy of the Emperor here in Kalistan.
Empress Elizabeth's Father and Mother (right) as the parade prepares to leave the Emperor's home toward Eveari.
"We are thrilled that Kalistan now has an Empress," said Premier Bennots. "It's about time. This is the next step toward fully institutionalizing the Dynasty and ensuring its permanence here in Kalistan, regardless of any republican sentiments that may still be harbored in Kalistan." The Premier personally thanked all guests including the Foreign Dignitaries for attending, and following the march, a great public feast was held with food and drinks for all. Celebrations across the country were held in conjunction with the Marriage complete with music by local and national artists, and plenty of food, drink and drugs. "Kalistanis never need an excuse to throw a Party," said Bennots. "But this is a pretty good one, I'll say." The Emperor and Empress, for their part, stayed at the public festival held in their honor in Eveari until late in the evening, and then retired, the Emperor still sober as the day he was born.
We thank all who attended our Nation's celebration and join the wellwishers in saying "Cheers" to the Newly married couple.