Duceroy
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The title of Duceroy is unique across the Galaxy and only refers to the Second-in-Command of the Trade Federation.
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History
Federation historians are unsure when exactly the title was added to the rank structure of the Trade Federation. At some point before the introduction of the Duceroyal title, the title Magistrate was used to signify the Second-in-Command of the Trade Federation. It is suggested that the term Duceroy was added under the reign of Viceroy Corbin Esco, but due to the lack of evidence, the issue remains unresolved.
Past and present Duceroys
Below is a list of all people, who have ever held the Duceroy title, which also includes the present Duceroy of the Trade Federation
Past Duceroys:
Toran Slisik [Unknown]
Nereus Eruresto [Unknown]
Dev Nul [Unknown]
Bren Morgarr [Unknown]
Centauri Tyridius [Unknown]
Jacob Jansen [Unknown]
Marco Salo [Year 8, Day 338 - Year 9, Day 1]
Horley Cyan [Year 9, Day 1 - Unknown]
Rand Axim [Unknown]
Bub`Ba Lou [Year 9, Day 308 - Year 11 Day 188]
Kage Renbukai [Year 11, Day 202 - Year 12, Day 96]
Olwin Froon [Year 12, Day 96 - Year 14, Day 108]
Nohv Schiller [Year 14, Day 108 - Year 17, Day 286]
Salamku Derov [Year 17, Day 286 - Unknown]
Salamku Derov [Unknown - Year 23, Day 320]
Current Duceroy:
Vas Felix [Year 23, Day 320 - Present]
Role of the Duceroy
Originally intended to signify just a very important subordinate of the Viceroy, the meaning of the Duceroyal title was changed during the reign of Viceroy Jacob Jansen. The Viceroy increased the importance and power of the Duceroy, essentially making him a co-ruler of the Trade Federation. As a consequence of this the Duceroy, acting as his right hand man and Second-in-Command of the Trade Federation, now answers only to the Viceroy. In the case of a Viceroy's death or resignation it is the Duceroy, when no Regent is appointed, who takes the reigns of the Trade Federation.
Due to the close connection between Viceroy and Duceroy, the latter's duties may vary depending on the former's wishes.
Duceroyal Powers
Per the Trade Federation Articles of Confederation
The Duceroy shall have executive authority under the direction of the Viceroy and is the de facto second in command of the Trade Federation. The Duceroy shall share in the responsibilities of running the day-to-day operations of the Trade Federation.
A. Titles
The Duceroy of the Trade Federation shall only be known as the Duceroy of the Trade
Federation.
B. Eligibility
For an individual to ascend to the role of Duceroy of the Trade Federation, a citizen of the Trade
Federation must be nominated by the Viceroy. After the nomination, the Cabinet Ministers will
vote on the nomination and a majority of 3/4ths of the Ministers is required to make the
nominee the official Duceroy.
In the event that the Cabinet Ministers refuse or cannot reach a 3/4ths majority, the Viceroy
must nominate another individual for the position.
C. Succession
In the event of the removal of the Duceroy, the Viceroy will nominate a successor for the
position of Duceroy, and the normal rules of Eligibility will apply. During the duration of the new
appointment, the Cabinet shall appoint a temporary Duceroy. The temporary Duceroy is
appointed out of the Cabinet members. The temporary Duceroy is then to perform the duties of
the Duceroy as well as his previous duties before receiving the title of Acting Duceroy.
D. Removal
The Duceroy can be removed from office for the following reasons:
- Treason
- Theft of Federation property
- incapacitating illness and/or death
- leaving the Trade Federation
If the Duceroy feels he can no longer continue his duties, he may step down from the position with an honorable discharge.
E. Residence
The Duceroy of the Trade Federation maintains special residence within the Trade Federation Palace on Taanab and offices located within the Trade Federation Capital Building on Taanab.
F. Special Powers
- If the Viceroy is unable to perform his duties on any occasion, the Duceroy will take charge of
the Trade Federation until the Viceroy returns.
- The Duceroy, under direction of the Viceroy, is able to spend the credits in the treasury of the
Trade Federation.
- If the Viceroy is temporarily away, the Duceroy will assume all authority of the Viceroy while
he is away. The Cabinet shall appoint a temporary Duceroy. The temporary Duceroy is appointed out of the Cabinet members. The temporary Duceroy is then to perform the duties of the Duceroy as well as his previous duties before receiving the title of Acting Duceroy.
