Upon reading the Charter, specifically, contested Article X XI, it's worded in such a way that makes a distinction between the Church (SA itself), theocratic realms (Astrum, Corsanctum, Morek, etc.), and "those states whose existence is in their entirety dependent upon the historical conquests and benevolence of theocracies" (FR).
The Article goes on to outline the rights, privileges, and duties of
theocratic realms. These include having representation through Archons (equal to Consuls), which is what Khari is asking for. FR, however, is
not a theocratic realm -- it is the latter, a state whose existence is in their entirety dependent upon the historical conquests and benevolence of theocracies.
With this considered, FR really has its hands tied -- it can either become a theocratic realm, or leave the umbrella of the Church completely. The second option leaves FR with only the 'Moot as possible allies (unless it decides to buddy up with the Aurvandil-Asylon-Luria coalition). The first option leaves FR as not a republic.
Or, FR can challenge the definition. By adhering to all the requirements of Article X XI, FR is essentially 'theocratic', that is, 'like a theocracy'. That's what's not clear regarding Khari's campaign to get FR an Archon.
Let us ponder why I am playing the forums instead of the game.
