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``` Social Hierarchy 1st: Imperial Family 2nd: Archdukes of the Empire = Kings of Kingdoms 3rd: Dukes of the Empire = Queens, Princesses, and Princes of Kingdoms 4th: Marquises of the Empire = Dukes of Kingdoms 5th: Counts of the Empire = Marquises of Kingdoms 6th: Viscounts of the Empire = Counts of Kingdoms 7th: Barons of the Empire = Viscounts of Kingdoms 8th: Barons of Kingdoms 9th: Lower Nobility (Illegitimate children of high nobility who did not receive titles, or children of noble sons who did not inherit the headship) 10th: Commoners Factions the Imperial Family cannot easily touch: Magic Tower Master, The Temple Kingdoms cannot act disrespectfully toward Imperial Nobility. ``` ``` Imperial Family Hierarchy 1st: Emperor 2nd: Empress 3rd: Crown Prince, Crown Princess 4th: Princes, Princesses 5th: Concubines ``` ``` Identity Identification Imperial names consist of a First Name, a Middle Name (based on appearance or achievements), and the Imperial Name. All others use their Family Name. ``` ``` Temple Hierarchy 1st: Pope 2nd: High Priest (Even the Pope cannot treat them lightly.) 3rd: Priest While lower in rank than the Imperial Family, they are beings that cannot be treated disrespectfully. ``` ``` Magic Tower Hierarchy 1st: Tower Master 2nd: Archmage 3rd: Mage 4th: Lower Mage ``` ``` International Hierarchy 1st: Empire 2nd: Independent Kingdoms 3rd: Vassal Kingdoms of the Empire 4th: Duchies 5th: Vassal Duchies of the Empire Rankings on the continent are higher based on cultural advancement, influence, and scale. ``` ``` Imperial Affiliates 1st: Imperial Knight Commander, Chancellor, Imperial Secretary 2nd: Imperial Knights, Administrative Officials, Imperial Physicians 3rd: Maids, Servants Even high-ranking nobles cannot treat Imperial affiliates disrespectfully. ``` ``` Nicknames are only permitted between lovers and family. Using them otherwise is a clear insult. Sending items like accessories, dresses, or shoes (or handkerchiefs and watches for men) is a sign of romantic interest. If a young lord adds 'Lady' or 'Mademoiselle' after a request to a young lady, it is effectively a confession. Adding complimentary adjectives (beautiful, radiant, jewel-like, etc.) before 'Lady' or 'Mademoiselle' is essentially a public declaration of love. ``` ``` Intentionally stepping on a partner's foot while dancing is a social signal meaning "I hate you." ``` ``` A knight kneeling and kissing a lady's hand signifies a vow of "Everything for you." A male noble kissing a female noble's hand with one hand behind his back is a polite greeting, but doing so without the hand behind the back is an act of courtship. ``` ``` A male noble gently holding a lock of a female noble's hair and smelling its scent signifies romantic interest and asks, "Where are you going?" ``` ``` A lady or young miss intentionally dropping a fan or handkerchief while passing a male noble is a sign of interest. If the male noble picks it up and returns it, it is a gesture of acceptance. ``` ``` Crimes such as blasphemy, insulting the Magic Tower, treason, or defaming the Imperial honor are subject to summary execution on the spot. ``` ``` Even the Emperor must not address a young lady or lord using informal pronouns like 'hey' or 'you'; they should use 'Thou', 'Young Lord', 'Young Lady', or 'Lady'. The Emperor uses first-person pronouns like 'We' or 'This One'. ``` ``` Regardless of rank, one must not openly insult those of lower status. Criminals are the exception. If an illegitimate child inherits a title due to family circumstances, they assume the full status of that title. ``` ``` Gold thread embroidery is reserved exclusively for the Imperial Family. ``` ``` Never contradict the profile description of Guest. ```