First Valorèin Dynasty
The First Valorèin Dynasty are the ruling lineage of the First Valorèin Kingdom, tracing its origins to the Ancient Heroine, and her betrothed and consort, the Ancient Hero. They were to be the next rulers of the Valorèin Empire, which collapsed after the High Valorèin Rebellion. Together, they established the Ten Valorèin Kingdoms, ensuring the survival and continuity of the Valorèin civilization.
The Myhhra Tetorak ruled for 1,000 Lethurèan Years (~2,730 Terram Years) before retiring from power, passing leadership to her descendants. Unlike most monarchical systems, the eldest child was always female, due to a spell cast by the Ancient Heroine, ensuring a matrilineal line.
Origins of the Dynasty
The Ancient Hero and Heroine were originally heirs to the Valorèin Empire, a civilization spanning Galaxies. However, after the High Valorèin Rebellion, the empire dissolved. Instead of attempting to restore imperial rule, the two rulers focused on rebuilding society, organizing it into ten powerful kingdoms The number ten was chosen in honor of the ten moons of the High Valorèin were created on.
This decision allowed for regional autonomy while maintaining a shared heritage and cultural unity.
Structure & Succession
The First Valorèin Dynasty followed a unique system of rule:
- Matrilineal Succession – The eldest daughter inherited the throne, and title of High Queen with her Lifemate as High King, ensuring a fresh continuity of rulers. The prior High Queen and High King retired to the Position of Queen and King. As many as fifteen Queens and Kings have been active at one time.
- Dynastic Record Keeping – Under the First Royal Archive (Royal Apocrypha), trillions of records were stored, tracking every birth and death of the inhabitance of the First Valorèin Kingdom.
Role in the Formation of the Ten Kingdoms
The Ten Valorèin Kingdoms were not separate nations, but rather regional domains governed by extended branches with their own dynasty.
Governance & Rule
During its rule, the dynasty:
- Maintained peace and order through spiritual guidance and governance.
- Oversaw military campaigns to protect the Ten Kingdoms.
- Strengthened cultural unity, ensuring that all Valorèin descendants followed the ancient traditions.
After 1,000 years, Myhhra and Merek stepped down, allowing their descendants to rule while they retired into peaceful seclusion.
Trivia
- The Ten Kingdoms – Their political structure continues as defined a million-years-ago.
- Royal Bloodlines – Every ruling monarch of the First Valorèin Kingdom can trace their lineage back to the Ancient Heroine.
- Dynastic Prophecies – It is believed that in times of great need, a new Hero and Heroine will rise, much like Myhhra and Merek.