Above: the Imperial Seal of House Ðardanexia
Greetings
To all suitors and suitorettes,
His Stoicness, ruler of all under Mount Areia, the Fire Keeper, Defender of Rome, Brother of Armenia, Brother to Abraham's sons, Nike's Spear, Achilles Curse, The King of the North, The Lord of the Seas, The Knight Of The Virgin Queen, The Blood Archon of Syagros, The Grand Dukas of Troy & Hektor, The Basileus Of Syagros, Arstassigon, and The Burcean Isles, The Basileus of Troy; Basileus Tōmā Ðardanexia IX has opened the halls of the Castle Sarpedon, the Imperial residence of his family wide open to suitors seeking the hand of his eldest son, Crown Prince Vulcan Ðardanexia XX, as well as those of the Basileus's younger sisters, the Aunts of the Crown Prince, the twins Prince's Europa and Astraea.
On Their Lineage
Before introducing the Debutant & Debutante's, it is right & proper to enumerate all of their ancestors, in order to expose suitors to the history of the family, and our family has much to boast about. Our House is oft called "The Eldest House." for our family's history and time in rule go back millennia upon millennia. Because of the sheer magnanimity of our family, it is best to only list those family members which best express our houses legacy.
At its founding, our house ruled the legendary city of Dardanum, founded by Basileus Dardanius Ðardanexia, but our house is perhaps best known for ruling the city of his son Ilus: The greatest city of all the Greek world and in our mind the whole world; Troy. The Troy of legend, spoken of in the legends of Homer, Troy destroyed by the bedeviled Helen and hoggish Paris. Our family is firstly, proudly and foremost, the rulers of Troy, and the successor state to her, this empire, Syagros. However, the lineage of my son and sisters goes far beyond just the legendary men and women who are our most direct ancestors of yore, their blood is the blood of ten thousand Kings and ten thousand Queens, some through blood and others through marriage. Through their ancestor Basileus Souleymane, they can claim Mansa Musa as their blood. On top of him, there is the fair Basilissa Zhang Li of China, daughter of Ming Dynasty era Chinese Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, who through him, they can claim the whole illustrious dynasty of the Ming's as their ancestors. But not just the Mings. Through Basilissa Jessamine, her father Emperor Cyrus the Great of Persia, a man of biblical legends and the founder of the great Empire of Persia is their blood as well. Through Basilissa Radegonde, her Father King Charles VII of the great state of France, and all of his ancestors, including all of the Kings and Queens of France, Emperors of the Holy Roman Empire, and of course, Emperor Charlemagne, first sovereign of France are their ancestors. Through Basilissa Kiku of Japan, they can also count all of the great Emperors who sat on the Chrysanthemum throne of the Ashikaga Shogunate of Japan as their ancestors. Through Basilissa Karoline of Norway, my son's Great Great Grandmother, her father King Olaf V of Norway is his ancestor, the whole Norwegian royal family are his relatives as well as the whole Danish royal house Glücksburg. Through her mother, Queen Maud of Wales, they all may claim House Windsor, the ruling house of Great Britain as relatives. None of this is to speak of the many members of our house who were wed to many Emperors of Rome, Byzantium, Russia, Hispania, Portugal or the Pharaohs of Egypt nor the Kings of Thrace or the Queens of the Amazon. Nor is it to speak of our houses great feats; from ruling over larger swaths of territory than Rome for over 900 years in ancient times to our greatest and most hallowed achievement; liberating all of eastern Europe and ultimately, the death camp Auschwitz-Birkenau from the Third Reich of Germany, under the leadership of Saint Vulcan Ðardanexia XIX during World War II. Our House's grandeur cannot possibly be enumerated totally here. Many houses can claim to have the blood of many Kings & Queens, but ours can claim to have the blood of 10,000 Kings & Queens from around the world and around time coursing through our veins. Truly, whichever man or woman should marry my son or my sisters should count themselves among the most honored. To be married into the eldest house is to be woven into the most illustrious of legendary banners. One still being woven. Will you be the next thread in my families legend?
- Basileus Tōmā Ðardanexia IX
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| The Crown Prince Vulcan Servus Ðardanexia(22) | The good Prince Europa Atalanta Ðardanexia(28) | The wise Prince Astraea Ruth Ðardanexia(28) |
| Inheritor Vulcan Theme Song Quote: "I will do what I must. No less. If I must give everything for what is right, so be it. As I say that... I am afraid. But I mean it nonetheless." Biology & Personal Sex: Male Age: 22 Years Birthdate: May 29th, 1996 Usual Titles: Crown Prince, Inheritor Sire: Basileus Tōmā Ðardanexia IX Dam: Basilissa Melissa "Benoist" Ðardanexia Faith: Ttroaditine Rite Catholic Christian Political-lean: Left-leaning Distributist Languages Known: Anatolian, English, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, German, Russian and Arabic. University: Yale University, U.S.A. Occupation: Marine Biology Researcher, Personal Trainer Hobbies: Football (American), Fencing, Sailing, Falconry, Fishing, Weightlifting Ethnicity: Trojan, Burke and French Nationality: Trojan-American Height: 6'1 ft Weight: 74.8 Kg (165 Pounds) IQ: 135 Net Worth: 1.3 Million In Brief The Inheritor, is thoroughly committed to the needs and duties of the crown and spends considerable time when he isn't studying science to study the affairs of court and the ways of our ancestors, so he might one day be ready to rule. While the Inheritor describes himself as an outdoorsy, athletic type person, when he is inside he is either playing games, reading or learning history, his favorite historical time is that of medieval Europe. Throughout high school and University, has dated a few women. Being on the football team and the Crown Prince, his stoicness had little trouble on that front. However, since graduating, he has grown so tired of the theatrics of modern dating that for the last year, he has abstained from dating. He has chosen now to marry, as he is done with the games of simply dating. The Inheritor is taking this very seriously and has gone through the normal rituals of his ancestors in preparation, mentally and physically preparing himself. Temperament Virtues: 1. Ambitious 2. Empathetic & Friendly 3. Loyal, I recall once, when our daughter, Prince Zaira was in the hospital for a tonsillectomy, he stayed with her the entire time. He is stalwart in his relationships in all respects, a true Trojan knight. 4. Adventurous 5. Athletic 6. Pious & Patient, he's learned to give all of his time to those he cares about. Vices: 1. Anxious. 2. Stubborn, he can get very thick-headed at times, needs to be reminded to let things go. 3. Competitive, he's great if you need him to succeed at something, but can go overboard with winning and making everything a competition. Hoping For Well this is the first time that Father has let me write what I want to write to my suitorettess. Good day to anyone considering me! My family has been through a lot over the years, what with... well I'd prefer not to dwell on unpleasant thoughts right now, but someone brimming with joy would be nice, though I'd respect someone who has known hardships, I'm not after innocence, just a healthy optimism and joy. My parent's have tried to give me a pretty...pure life, but it hasn't been perfect. I don't think of myself as a huge partier, but someone who likes to have fun and go adventures would also be swell. I'm big on athleticism and the outdoors, a lot of us in Syagros are, but I do like to chill too, I swear; be ready to run around with me a lot, but sometimes I'll want to just hang out and play some Skyrim or watch a movie, maybe read a book together. Someone presentable, that won't be embarrassing in public would be great too, I am the Crown Prince of the nation after all, I don't think that is too much to ask, if you were raised as a Princess by a respectable family, I kind of expect you to be. My faith is really important to me and I'm sure my father has mentioned this because he has gone through every detail, but it is important to me that whoever I marry respects my faith. I would always respect your faith if it's different, all I ask is the same. Most importantly, I shiver at calling this an arranged married, so someone interested in being the best of friends is a definite must. We all know how the story ends when a King and his Queen hate each other...the heads go a'rolling. Requirements - Must be of some royal or noble heritage. - Must be willing to bear an heir, either by the natural way or adoption. - Must be unmarried. Allowances These are things the Crown Prince would prefer, but needn't be. - Would like if they lived in Syagros once married but he understands if they can't because of duties in her native land. - Would like if they knew Anatolian. The Crown Prince is poly-lingual and would make sure to know the language of his own wife, but fluency in Anatolian is attractive. Lessons in it will be offered to the chosen suitor of the Crown Prince, but already knowing it would be impressive. |
| Prince Europa Theme Song Quote: "Of all the crowns we own, none is more critical to my families continued reign than the crown of our people's love & joy. To serve them is to have power." Biology & Personal Sex: Female Age: 28 Usual Titles: Prince Faith: Ttroaditine Rite Catholic Christian Height: 5'5 Weight: 58.51 Kg (129 Pounds) Ethnicity: Trojan University: Alli'Gennom University of Technology & Engineering, Syagros Occupation: Nutritionist Hobbies: Clubbing, track, lacrosse, music In Brief Prince Europa, despite being younger, was a strong rival for the throne with her brother, Basileus Tōmā IX. Before he was selected as heir by his mother, she was reared in the same way he was, learning all of the lessons she would need to know in case she became the next Basilissa. Due to this training, she would surely be a valuable asset to any reigning monarch lucky enough to call her his wife. Since her brother's ascension to the throne, Prince Europa has spent much of her time in college, studying psychology and nutrition. While Prince Europa is a very dedicated and focused person, she leads the family in the number of surprise parties & raves hosted in the Castle. She has dated a few men over the years and while she isn't tired of the fun, she is tired of bad dates. Temperament Virtues: 1. Intelligent 2. Empathetic 3. Fun 4. Passionate 5. Devoted & Industrious Vices: 1. Energetic (Too-hot-to-handle for some) 2. Passionate (She can get very emotional about subjects she cares about deeply occasionally, both a virtue & a vice) 3. Perfectionist, she can get so focused on something that she stays at it too long. Hoping For Wait... I finally get to write to my own suitors now brother? You always were the most talkative one. Good day to anyone reading this! Listen, i'll get right to the point, I'm not looking for some boring old codger, neither a physically old codger or a mentally old codger. I'd like someone who knows how to have fun or is willing to learn. I'm sure by now that my brother and all of the Castle's maids and butler's have warned you about me, but I assure you, I am very focused on my studies and act like a right proper lady in the daylight hours. Your parent's will love me, I assure you. I may party more than my sister Astraea (Check her out boy's, she's cute!) does but I'm not an air headed embarrassment either. I like to go on mission's trips, I usually go to southern Morocco, so I'm a big fan of men-of-the-people types. I recall my nanny telling me the deepest truth that rulers of Syagros all must know: "The crown jewel of the Empire are her people, especially her poorest paupers." I must confess, I am a sucker for corny jokes, so if you want to woo me, consider telling me some bad puns. Requirements - Must be of some royal or notable blood; people of heroic, wealthy or celebrity backgrounds are considered notable. - Should the suitor intend to have Europa live with them in their own country, her safety must be assured. - Prince Europa is 4th in the line to rule. The suitor must be willing, in case of the gravest emergencies where all others before her are incapable of ruling, to not stop her from ascending to the throne and be willing to sacrifice one of the couples children to be her heir. Allowances - Would prefer if the suitor, if chosen, ensure Europa and her twin sister Prince Astraea be able to meet often. She would be pleased if Prince Astraea was given special permission's into the place that they choose to reside together. Her relationship with her twin is very important to her. |
| Prince Astraea Theme Song Quote: "A smart man will choose a smart woman to be smitten with, because he will be smart enough to realize he is not smart enough to survive without her." Biology & Personal Sex: Female Age: 28 Usual Titles: Prince Faith: Ttroaditine Rite Catholic Christian Height: 5'5 Weight: 65.31 Kg (144 Pounds) Ethnicity: Trojan University: Saint Thomas More's, Syagros Occupation: Researcher, Babysitter. Hobbies: reading, philosophy, astronomy, video games, writing In Brief Ahh, Prince Astraea, the most reflective and patient of all of the Prince's of House Ðardanexia. That claim does not go unsubstantiated. The "Prince of the pages" as some commoner's call her manages the Castle's entire collection of books. She can often be seeing reading them there, contemplating the deepest of subjects, though she has also been caught daydreaming in the library or playing video games, her favorites are Skyrim, Overwatch, League of Legends and Mega Mash Sisters (A Trojan game). From an early age her mother, Basilissa Sophia II saw that Prince Astraea was not called to the throne. As such, she has lived the most common-like life of the three. Of course, unlike Prince Europa, her twin, she has not chosen to spend her time as a normal person seeking out parties and raves. Prince Astraea has gone to those, but no, her favorite places are the quiet ones, whether she spends her time in the library or deep under the ocean, swimming through the coral reefs of Western Syagros, Prince Astraea is a philosophical, contemplative one. That isn't to say she is a bore, she enjoys deep discussions and playing various games of wit. Prince Astraea is just more difficult to earn the attention of than others. Prince Astraea had one long time boyfriend for a number of years and broke off an engagement after learning of his disdain for her family, Prince Astraea's family is her most precious joy in life so this was unacceptable to her. After devoting much of life to studying, she has chosen now to consider a proper suitor. Temperament Virtues: 1. Learned, a great asset to those unskilled in certain subjects. Prince Astraea is most learned in mathematics, management, philosophy and oceanography. 2. Family-oriented 3. Loving 4. Romantic 5. Shy Vices: 1. Might be too smart, not fantastic with new people. 2. Shy Hoping For I should really throw my brother off the Castle wall's for making me listen as he wrote down what he was going to tell my suitors and allotting me so small a space to speak to you all personally. Look, I am interested in meeting the right guy. But kindly stop give up if you don't love my family, we're a package deal. I went through that whole rigmarole once, I don't want to do it again. But where was I, before I was saying all that? Oh yes. I'm interested in meeting the right guy. I'd love to be swept off of my feet, fall in love and live in a big beautiful palace with a big beautiful library. No, I'm not a shut-in, I do get out. But whoever is reading this should think that seeking knowledge is so much more worthwhile in life than seeking any other kind of power. I am now being told I've talked too much, excuse me gentlemen while I rip my eldest brother's ear off. Oh and if even one suitor dares to ask if they have to like Europa as well, the answer is a strong yes! I mean, not in that way, you should only like me in that way, just get along with her. Requirements - Must be of respectable stock, royal or notable is preferred, but she is open to a commoner from a good family as Prince Astraea is not in the immediate line of succession to the throne. - Must be family-oriented. - Must be interested in a serious relationship. Allowances - As Prince Europa said, Astraea would also strongly prefer if she is able to see her sister on a regular basis and it be assured they could see each other easily. It is essential for their happiness. - Prince Astraea appreciates the brain so would like it if her favored suitor also enjoy feats of the mind. |
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