Holy New Bigham Emperor

The Holy New Bigham Emperor was the ruler of the Holy New Bigham Empire (800-1201, from Renfrent to Franco III).

From an autocracy the title evolved into an elected monarchy chosen by the prince-electors. The Holy New Bigham Emperor was widely perceived to rule by divine right, though he often contradicted or rivaled the Pontiff. In theory, the Holy New Bigham Emperor was first among equals among the Osdean monarchs. In practice, a Hole New Bigham Emperor was only as strong as his army and alliances, including marriage alliances, made him.

Throughout its history, the position was viewed as a defender of the New Bigham Osdean faith. Until the Realignment, the Emperor elect was required to be crowned by the Pontiff before assuming the imperial title.

Renfry V, Holy New Bigham Emperor was the last to be crowned by the Pontiff in 1012. Even after the Realignment, the elected Emperor always was a New Bigham Osdean. The Holy New Bigham Empire was dissolved by Franco III.