Hapan News Network

HNN - Coronation Ceremony

Category: HNN Broadcasted on 29.Jul.2014 - 01:00hrs Author Zayth Kadrim Comments: 0

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The theme of the Hapan News Network begins to play, images of a number of recognizable and prominent worlds of the Consortium flashing by the screen beginning with Lorell and ending with the image becoming focused on a glowing Hapes Prime, the capital planet bathing in the soft light reflected upon it from its many moons. The logo of the news channel appears, only to fade to reveal a radiant Anacia Chalcedon.

”Sallan od saroon, fellow Hapans. This is Anacia Chalcedon, reporting live from Hapes on the special occasion of the coronation ceremony of the Rai`ix Chume taking place at Chume`Dan on Hapes Prime. While the new King Zayth I assumed executive powers and the title after the abdication of King Alexander I in favour of eschewing the month of the vacant throne that was observed by Alexander Tylger on his ascension, it is understood the coronation ceremony itself was moved forward in time in accordance with the wishes of the new King.”

”The ceremony and its preparations, which consist of a number of interwoven events being enacted according to time-honoured tradition and precise protocol both at Hapes Prime and off-worlds, are now reaching the culmination of the process; the crowning of the Sovereign, promised to be witnessed by billions of sentients across the Hapes Cluster and beyond. Civilian traffic over the capital has ceased and to honour the occasion, HRS Pride, the iconic Pulsar Battle Cruiser, has been seen arriving to the orbit the planet in conjunction with several Imperial-designed Super Star Destroyers as well a supporting fleet of other Hapan vessels."

As her voice fades out, the view then shifts to the streets of Chume`Dan where huge crowds in festive mood are gathering outside of the Fountain Palace walls to commemorate the occasion under clear skies on a pleasant summer day. Formations of parade uniforms are visible too, with both the Royal Hapan Armed Forces as well as units of Chume`doro displaying their presence in the wide boulevards leading to the Fountain Palace.




The view zooms to the magnificent palace next, its archways decorated with blooming flowers by the hands of a multitude of skilled Hapan artisans, the glorious domes glimmering in the afternoon light.

Chalcedon's voice is then heard from the background: ”It has been over four decades since gender roles were revolutionized in the aftermath of the reunification of the Hapan peoples with Andrew Starfyre becoming King Andrew I, the first male Sovereign of the Hapes Consortium. Since, King James and King Alexander – similarly the first of their names – have ruled over an increasingly equal and prosperous society unified under a single banner. The approach of the coronation ceremonies have been taken as a clear signal that the King has concluded his musings into the new directions it aims to guide the Consortium towards, and is ready to promulgate them after months of tight-lipped preparations.”

A small pause ensues in the narration as the image shifts to the majestic throne room of the Fountain Palace, visibly packed with the representatives of the Consortium's member worlds and their nobility, matched by the banners being adorned on the walls of the chambers, in contest over splendour with the Ice Moon friezes which captivate the walls above the panoramic windows from the hall. Members of the Lorell Hall are seen seated to the front of the assembly, with familiar faces recognizable. The crowd's hushed discussion is heard falling almost silent as a lone figure emerges to the fore, with Chalcedon's soft sound returning to describe the events;

“The appearance of the Morthorni priestess by the altar set before the throne itself marks the beginning of the coronation, with the arrival of the Hapan monarch now thus imminent. Prior to his arrival to the throne room, the Rai'ix Chume has in customary fashion been meditating within the mausoleum beneath the palace amongst the entombed monarchs of centuries past, contemplating upon their deeds and receiving the divine guidance and wisdom which is said to be infused with the sacred place. Purportedly the Rai'ix Chume had earlier in the day also attended private ceremony with the Hapanii For'ta'nix Curia to formally recognize the end to his tutelage. While the role of the mysterious life force known simply as the Force all around the galaxy remains small, if not entirely inconsequential in the matters of governance, many have nonetheless noted the unprecedented openness by which force practitioners appear to exist within the leadership of the Consortium in these modern days. But here comes the King...”




A concord of dugglehorns sounds the Royal Fanfare as the monumental doors open. The crowd is seen standing up before kneeling to the Rai'ix Chume Zayth Kadrim who appears by the arched doorway. The King, dressed in an elaborate ceremonial uniform of white and gold, fitted with glistening adornments and an ermine hood with an ornamental collar fitting, begins his march expressionless towards the Throne on an aisle covered by a blue and gold qashmel carpet that stretches from the main entrance of the chamber to the throne, last seen over four years ago during the previous coronation of King Alexander. The King walks with a purposeful stride past a formation of royal guard officers in attention as well as the guests to the base of the steps leading up to the throne, and takes a few further steps up until stopping before the altar.

The Morthorni awaiting him there provides a bow to the Hapan monarch before turning to a royal handmaiden carrying a pillow holding a diamond orb known as the Chume Xil Hapesah, and raising it above her head for all to see, before carefully placing it down to the very centre of the altar. A central piece of regalia is an orb holding sixty-three Ice Moon gems, which form a three-dimensional map in representation of the Consortium's first member worlds.

The Rai'ix Chume kneels himself before the altar, placing his hands to hover over the grandiose orb, before beginning to recite the Royal Oath with a clear and unhurried voice: ”Kel qesh Ta'a Chume L naq ceres al execetores Rai'ix Chume nadaji jua'h-tira planas e Hapes Enexilanthiusah, lin ultim tarixis endari qualis a coph, juri, naadili, ere eulys la zaqash for'ta dominatar, illiaru e Hapanii lin siv'aj! Sa L istario!”

”Sellir nadaji jua'h-tira planas e Hapes Enexilanthiusah, daxus Zayth Kadrim Ediorungah lin Rai'ix Chume n Hapes!” The Morthoni priestess then declares with a booming voice in response, and signals for a second handmaiden to approach with a pillow on which rests the Royal Crown, lifting the regalia into the air, allowing its splendour undiminished by age to glimmer in the golden light, which the room appears suddenly to be awash with. With a tranquil smile, the Morthoni then lowers the crown and places it on Kadrim's head, signifying the ascension to the power and responsibility over the Hapes Consortium and its peoples.

The Rai'ix Chume following ancient protocol nods to the priestess, who returns it with a bow, before approaching two elegant oak containers, producing the twin sceptres Cal Nele'serin and Cal Fenixius and hands them to the monarch. The Rai'ix Chume takes one to each hand and takes the final steps to reach the throne, upon which he sits, under the royal sigil.

The dugglehorns are heard again, announcing for the Heritage Council to approach the throne and pledge fealty.

”Gane Tarix Chume Lant Gallinoreah amaria Gallinore, Vergill, Relephon, Phelope, Lorell y Hapan lin e ceres e Chumeah”, declares the hapan Lord Regent.
”Tal Tarix Locke Baldaviah amaria Baldavia lin e ceres e Chumeah.”
”Alexander Diran'da Tylger Zadariah amaria Zadaria lin e ceres e Chumeah.”
“Jessy Diran'da James Terephonia amaria Terephon lin e ceres e Chumeah.”

The Rai'ix Chume nods for the nobles and royalty to return to their seats, as the representatives of all the Consortium's various member races move up to the throne in turn.

”E amari e Hapani-human lin e ceres e Chumeah,” a human female declares, kneeling.
”E amari e Hapani-Morthorni lin e ceres e Chumeah,” a large feline being declares, bowing.
”E amari e Hapani-Varno lin e ceres e Chumeah,” an official of the aquatic Varno declares.
”E amari Hapani-Jeby lin e ceres e Chumeah,” a curious being with multiple head declares.
”E amari Hapani-Thrakiani e ceres e Chumeah,” an insectoid being declares.
”E amari Hapani-Kettoni e ceres e Chumeah,” a bulky reptilian alien declares.
”E amari Hapani-Belgori e ceres e Chumeah,” a small feline creature declares.
”E amari Hapani-Mairani e ceres e Chumeah,” an aquatic being floating in a portable tank filled with water declares through its protocol droid.

Again the Rai'ix Chume nods to signal for the beings to return to their places. A second time the Royal Fanfare sounds, and all in the throne room rise as bells begin ringing all across the Chume' Dan, once for each of the Consortium's member worlds, causing a jubilant crowd outside the Palace to break into a cheer.

A clear female voice drowns out the sound of the bells with her powerful voice within the throne room. "Your Majesties, Your Excellencies, Your Honours, subjects of the Hapan throne! The Erenedi, His Majesty Zayth Rai'ix Chume Kadrim Ediorungah y Hapesah! Guardian of the Hapan Throne, protector of the Hapes Consortium and supreme ruler of all the Hapan peoples!”

The pristine voices of the Royal Choir of Ut begin singing the Royal Anthem, as the newly crowned Rai'ix Chume stands to move down the aisle. He is then followed by a host of the Chume'doro, after whom come the Hapan officials present. The picture from within the throne room so begins to fade, to be replaced by an aerial view of the city which skies are beginning to be filled with the sounds of the bells, cheering, and the scores of fireworks being shot into the air.

As the view recedes further from the palace, the soft voice of Anacia Chalcedon returns:
“And so concludes the official coronation ceremony, where the king gave the Royal Oath in the presence of his peoples and was crowned by Nilij Cal'taru, before receiving pledges of allegiance of all the nobles and the region capitals, followed by each native race of the Cluster submitting to the rule of the Sovereign. It is worthwhile to note that several of the previously high profile Tarii have since been transferred to the order of Teloii or rescinded their nobility, thus accounting for their lack of presence amongst those giving their pledges.”

“Furthermore we have just received word that the Fountain Palace wishes to announce a new legislative act that has become law with immediate effect: The Royalty Act. In it, the previous male monarchs are granted the title of Diran'da, or Grand Prince, and the star-systems which they govern given the status of a principality. In addition, their next-of-kin still in service of the Crown are granted the titles of Pëlin`a or Pëlin`da, or Princess or Prince for female or male recipients, respectively. The intent of the ruling monarch is to affirm the privileges pledged to King James by King Alexander, and to bestow upon the latter the same status and privileges too, in a transparent and lasting manner.”



“We are also covering the celebrations that are breaking out on each of the member worlds of the Hapes Cluster, which we will take you to now as we end our coverage of the coronation ceremony. Stay tuned for further news, enjoy the day, and long live the King!”

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