Chapter 65: Chavaria’s Internal Problems
"The bigger one’s realm is, the more problems that appear."
"From power-hungry nobles to those loyal to a previous regime, all sorts of issues occur, and each must be dealt with wisely less the problem resurfaces."
"This is why in politics, finding balance and giving up small concessions can allow you to focus on getting the more important things done."
"This is why no matter how much land a nation owns or how many resources it can create."
"If those resources are wasted, then even the smallest nations can become powerhouses while swallowing up their neighbours."
Kodjis Kendari, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Nathia.
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"With Lucius gone and the imperial army in disarray, now is the perfect time for the disenfranchised and disaffected nobles in these regions to rise in rebellion."
The emperor agreed with his minister’s assessment and continued his conversation with his loyal minister and friend.
For one to fully understand the large ripple effects of Lucius Aurellion’s death on the fledgling empire, one needs to understand how it is structured both militarily and politically.
The first issue that needs to be tackled is the military. Most advanced nations like Chavaria, which operate using an aristocratic medieval-like system, possess three differing types of troops that can be called upon during times of war which are the regular standing army paid for and loyal to the crown or state, troops belonging to the various nobles of the kingdom and conscripted levies and commoners.
The regular standing army of a kingdom is paid for and loyal to the crown and can be mustered at a moment’s notice. These troops usually occupy critical defensive positions on the border and strategic positions within the kingdom to help maintain royal authority in the realm.