Yes, perhaps only consider Duchies the Region can actually join. Perhaps also give a bonus / decide on which Duchy starts the TO, if relevant. (or only allow neighbouring Duchies to TO, but thats more ducal level play and doesn't make things easier, so that perhaps isn't such a great idea in this light)
Bedwyr suggested military presence preventing riots disrupting courts: this is a good idea.
Perhaps lower the chance of a riot happening? And if having sufficient military presence prevents it, will the Court then fail without negative effects? If the Court is guaranteed to succeed with sufficient military forces, I'm wondering if that will make it too easy again.
