I'm so conflicted!
On one hand the monarchy hasn't worked, however like I understand where Nerissa is coming from, but I'm at a loss in what to pick since both things have pros and cons
Currently thinking monarchy just so MC can give Damon the rest and shiny life he deserves retiring from the dreary life, in a beach hahaha
I don't know, what did you guys choose?
I chose to end monarchy. If the planets tend to want independance anyway, I thought it is best fit. Even though Nerissa probably would want to do good, folks should have the ability to have a voice in their matters I thought and why should they have someone ruling over them anyway, if that can always in the future turn out bad? Power to the people.
What did you chose in the end? If you still read this, about a month later, lol
Personally I always rebel against Nerissa and the monarchy. I do really like the idea of going based on who the romance interest is, and I think I might give that a try. Idk why but I just really don't like Nerissa, like you know who else forcefully took the throne and said they were in charge not giving the people a voice in it all. hmm?
My inner selfish self keeps telling me to choose monarchy. I would really love to make Vexx my prince and the belle of the ball. However, common sense dictates that peace and alliance requires genuine trust. Cursans have already lost their trust in the crown, with Orion following close behind. Enforcing authority over Cursa or even Orion would only deepen hostility and would further divide these societies, which means more destruction and decay as well as subsequent rebellions and coups. I agree with Damon that Cursa can't recover without continued support from Goldis, but aiding and funding the growth of a friendly society doesn't require supreme power. Instead, it can be arranged via bilateral agreements and charity.
If I had a third choice, I would let all planets decide whether they want idependence or to stay part of the empire instead of forthwith abolishing the throne. Regardless, I would prefer to sustain a constitutional monarchy with an executive monarch on Goldis. Even if all four surviving subordinate planets achieve independence, I think only Tilaarin is ready for democracy and a form of republic. Alicia and Zane will definitely need to rule Cursa as monarchs, but once married, they should have equal powers with joint and several liability, unlike in traditional kingdoms where the monarch outrules their spouse; otherwise, they can't keep the Crimson Dusk and the Azure Dawn together.
Then again, abolishing the throne may be necessary to clear the Peg'asi name and regain their credibility; after all, the coup happened for a reason. Its mere promise can help gain support against Zovack. Out of the two choices provided, I will definitely proceed with ending the empire.
