Post by Admin on Jun 26, 2016 12:37:09 GMT -5
The Duchy of Calandria prides itself on reason over emotion, intellect over instinct. In an effort to be forward-thinking, there is less striation between the genders. Though men and women in Calandria are not necessarily viewed as equals, there is far greater opportunity for women in the duchy than there is in much of Archades.
The society of Calandria emphasizes partnership between lord and lady, husband and wife, father and mother. Children benefit from the lessons both parents can impart, and with the region’s strong emphasis on family, there is noticeably less distance between father and offspring, regardless of whether the child is son or daughter. Many fathers in Calandria are openly involved in their children’s lives, not merely as disciplinarian or the head of household, and this is true without regard to rank or station.
In terms of inheritance, Calandria follows the norm in that the eldest son is typically named the heir to the father. However, if the eldest son is proven incapable or unfit to inherit, the father can name a younger son as well. In cases where there is no son, a daughter may inherit with the Duke’s permission and on condition that she maintains the family name after marriage so that the line may continue. Any husband the daughter takes enters the marriage understanding that the children of that marriage will bear their mother’s name.
Should a father die and his heir has not reached the age of adulthood (in Calandria, a child is considered adult at age 15), the mother assumes the mantle of guardian, or in the case of a noble child, regent until the child is of age with a trustee appointed to ensure that all proceeds properly. If there is no child, then the wife inherits her husband’s property and may name an heir of her choice.
Women may also enter into apprenticeships, albeit within limited options, and become business owners as finances and experience allows. They may also own property in the form of land, farm animals, and tangible trade goods. A woman who wishes to become emancipated from her father may apply to the local magistrate to do so, but must prove that she is capable of supporting herself without assistance from her parents and is prepared to accept all responsibility for her person. She must also be at least twenty five years of age and unmarried.
Young women whose parents or guardians arrange a marriage for them may not refuse the marriage without just cause. They must meet their betrothed and make a valid effort to determine compatibility; if that cannot be accomplished after legitimate attempts, then the child (who must be of adult age at this point) may present their objections to the magistrate along with evidence and witnesses. The ruling of the magistrate is final, and may not be contested. In cases where the Duke arranges the marriage for reasons of preservation or to end conflicts, the arrangements may not be contested.
The society of Calandria emphasizes partnership between lord and lady, husband and wife, father and mother. Children benefit from the lessons both parents can impart, and with the region’s strong emphasis on family, there is noticeably less distance between father and offspring, regardless of whether the child is son or daughter. Many fathers in Calandria are openly involved in their children’s lives, not merely as disciplinarian or the head of household, and this is true without regard to rank or station.
In terms of inheritance, Calandria follows the norm in that the eldest son is typically named the heir to the father. However, if the eldest son is proven incapable or unfit to inherit, the father can name a younger son as well. In cases where there is no son, a daughter may inherit with the Duke’s permission and on condition that she maintains the family name after marriage so that the line may continue. Any husband the daughter takes enters the marriage understanding that the children of that marriage will bear their mother’s name.
Should a father die and his heir has not reached the age of adulthood (in Calandria, a child is considered adult at age 15), the mother assumes the mantle of guardian, or in the case of a noble child, regent until the child is of age with a trustee appointed to ensure that all proceeds properly. If there is no child, then the wife inherits her husband’s property and may name an heir of her choice.
Women may also enter into apprenticeships, albeit within limited options, and become business owners as finances and experience allows. They may also own property in the form of land, farm animals, and tangible trade goods. A woman who wishes to become emancipated from her father may apply to the local magistrate to do so, but must prove that she is capable of supporting herself without assistance from her parents and is prepared to accept all responsibility for her person. She must also be at least twenty five years of age and unmarried.
Young women whose parents or guardians arrange a marriage for them may not refuse the marriage without just cause. They must meet their betrothed and make a valid effort to determine compatibility; if that cannot be accomplished after legitimate attempts, then the child (who must be of adult age at this point) may present their objections to the magistrate along with evidence and witnesses. The ruling of the magistrate is final, and may not be contested. In cases where the Duke arranges the marriage for reasons of preservation or to end conflicts, the arrangements may not be contested.