King-in-Waiting

The title given to the heir to the throne of the Six Duchies. The heir has to be of 16 years of age and have the approval of all the Dukes before being crowned as King-in Waiting. The title was created to teach young royalty their responsibilites as well as keeping them satisfied with some extent of power.

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