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Was this one yours, [livejournal.com profile] jackwalker? From the Traveller News Service, a supplement for the venerable Traveller RPG.

Capital/Core 087-1122

The Office of the Palace has confirmed that Grand Princess Ciencia Iphenegia Guuilbataashullibaa Alkhalikoi is expecting a child, who will be born late this year. Medical examination reveals that the developing fetus is male and appears to be healthy.

The news has provoked widespread celebration on Capital, as it represents the first potential addition to the Imperial line of succession since 1088.

Some habitual Throne-watchers have remarked on the speed with which the Grand Princess has acted to secure the succession. "Of course, you have to consider the alternative," said Countess Vienna Amalfi Zirunkaar of Quildhac, a frequent commentator on Capital society. "If the line doesn't continue through the Grand Princess, eventually one of Duke Dresden's boys will be Emperor. Perish the thought!"

The Office of the Palace responded to Countess Vienna's impolitic remarks with a mild rebuke.


I agree that you really have to be familiar with Traveller: The New Era to get this bit of history. That makes this all the more fun.
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