Riordan VIII: Difference between revisions

James Fallshade (2011-present)

On 2 August 2006, Riordan was recalled to Urceopolis as his grandfather, Aedanicus IX, fell into a coma. Considerable efforts were made to revive the 78-year old King, but these efforts were unsuccessful. Prince Riordan was present in the Julian Palace when his grandfather died on 14 August 2006. Per custom, Riordan was responsible for conveying the news to the crowds gathered outside the Palace, who acclaimed him Apostolic King of Urcea and Emperor of the Levantines. As King Riordan VIII, Riordan met with Procurator James Fallshade on the morning of 15 August followed by Chancellor and Temporary President Michael Witte. These briefings, which included classified information and state secrets, were followed by an afternoon meeting with the Concilium Purpaidá, which pledged to organize a coronation no later than February of 2027. On 19 August, the new King oversaw the funeral of his grandfather in Saint Peter's Archbasilica. Riordan's first months on the throne were focused on ceremonial duties, such as receiving foreign dignitaries and receiving condolences and well wishes on his reign to come, though during these months he began a productive relationship with Pope Pius XIII. On 13 February, he was crowned as Apostolic King of Urcea and Emperor of the Levantines by the Pope in Saint Peter's Archbasilica.