High Queen and High King (Valorèin)

The Valorèin Empire was a long-lived monarchy that predated the Heroine’s Dynasty by over ten thousand years. A distinctive feature of the Valorèin system was the 100-year rotation of primary rulers, where the duties of high monarchy were shared among multiple monarchs simultaneously. This practice distinguished it from later dynasties, including the Heroine’s Dynasty, which did not adopt the 100-year rotation.

Valorèin Empire

The Valorèin Empire’s ruling structure emphasized collective leadership. High Kings and High Queens alternated every century, ensuring continuity and balancing governance. This system reflected the Empire’s longevity and the deep-rooted tradition of shared sovereignty.

Heroine’s Dynasty and Other Later Dynasties

Unlike the Valorèin Empire, the Heroine’s Dynasty and nine other contemporary dynasties abandoned the 100-year rotation. Their systems favored single monarchs or different rotational models, marking a shift from the ancient Valorèin tradition.

Legacy

The Valorèin 100-year rotation remains a unique historical feature, showcasing the Empire’s innovative approach to governance. Today, it is studied as a precursor to modern monarchical systems in the Continuum Universes.