We have been gathered here under the most grievous of circumstances. Our empress has been slain in a most hideous way.
Our sorrow aside, it is our duty to secure the succession to the throne.
The Caprine Code states:
The current line of succession is that Prince Nathan as number 1, Prince Vidar as number 2, and Prince Zakyyr as number 3.The Emperor must have an Instrument of Succession in effect during their reign. In the event of the demise of the throne, the first person in the order of succession who is both willing and able becomes Emperor.
It is obvious that Prince Nathan is not able to be Emperor. He is far too young to either will it or be able to be it. The same goes for my grandson, Prince Vidar. Accordingly, it is my belief that the rightful successor to the Caprine Throne is Prince Zakyyr.
We should acclaim him such, with the proviso that he solemnly promises to keep the current order of succession intact (his place in it excepting).