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{{for|the geographic area|West Continent#Guardia}}{{Template:Infobox CT Location | {{for|the geographic area|West Continent#Guardia}}{{Template:Infobox CT Location | ||
|name = Kingdom of Guardia | |name = Kingdom of Guardia | ||
|image = [[ | |image = [[File:600AD.gif|250px]] | ||
|caption = The Kingdom of Guardia in 600 AD | |caption = The Kingdom of Guardia in 600 AD | ||
|year = [[600 AD]] | |year = [[600 AD]] | ||
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==Important Dates== | ==Important Dates== | ||
In either 0 or 1 AD (depending on whether Chrono Trigger's calendar follows the same conventions as ours), the first year of the new calendar, Guardia was founded. It is unclear whether the calendar is actually based off of the founding of Guardia, or if another important event | In either 0 or 1 AD (depending on whether Chrono Trigger's calendar follows the same conventions as ours), the first year of the new calendar, Guardia was founded, proven by the [[Millennial Fair]] which takes place every year and celebrates the founding of the nation. It is unclear whether the calendar is actually based off of the founding of Guardia, or if another important event occurred the same year. | ||
From circa 580-[[600 AD]], the Kingdom was embroiled in a battle against the race known as [[Fiend]]s and their master, [[Magus]], who sought the extermination of mankind. In 600 AD, [[Queen Leene]] was kidnapped by covert Fiend operatives led by the beast [[Yakra]] operating out of the land of Guardia. Later that year, a group assaulted the [[Fiendlord's Keep]] and destroyed it, ending the war. | From circa 580-[[600 AD]], the Kingdom was embroiled in a battle against the race known as [[Fiend]]s and their master, [[Magus]], who sought the extermination of mankind. In 600 AD, [[Queen Leene]] was kidnapped by covert Fiend operatives led by the beast [[Yakra]] operating out of the land of Guardia. Later that year, a group assaulted the [[Fiendlord's Keep]] and destroyed it, ending the war. | ||
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==Religion== | ==Religion== | ||
Although a [[Cathedral]] exists in the Middle Ages, there is no evidence or reference to god(s) within. No paintings, sculptures, or edifices praise any celestial being anywhere in time. The only mention of deity stems from Robo, a sentient machine, who ponders the meaning of life and the seemingly intentional stream of events braided into the lives of inhabitants of Guardia while reforesting the Southern Continent for four hundred years. Sophisticated as this idea seems, the being is only named "[[Entity]]". Little else is known about it and little proof is given to its existence and role in the lives of Guardians. | |||
==Government== | ==Government== | ||
[[File:Guardia's_trial.png|thumb|The trial of Crono in the Castle of Guardia]]Guardia is ruled by monarchs and their successors; [[Guardia Castle]] is their seat. A judicial system was introduced some time between [[600 AD]] and [[1000 AD]] at the suggestion of the [[Chancellor]] due to Queen Leene's kidnapping by [[Yakra]]. After Leene's resure, Crono is put on trial, represented by lawyer [[Pierre]], in the very system his actions inspired. Ironically, whether the court finds him guilty or innocent of kidnapping [[Marle]], he is thrown in prison, pending execution. This suggests that while democracy blossoms in Guardia, there are still faults as noblemen refuse to relinquish their power. | [[File:Guardia's_trial.png|thumb|The trial of Crono in the Castle of Guardia]]Guardia is ruled by monarchs and their successors; [[Guardia Castle]] is their seat. Surrounding cities are governed by [[Mayor's Manor|Mayor]]s (also called Elders) who maintain fiefs for the crown. | ||
A judicial system was introduced some time between [[600 AD]] and [[1000 AD]] at the suggestion of the [[Chancellor]] due to Queen Leene's kidnapping by [[Yakra]]. After Leene's resure, Crono is put on trial, represented by lawyer [[Pierre]], in the very system his actions inspired. Ironically, whether the court finds him guilty or innocent of kidnapping [[Marle]], he is thrown in prison, pending execution. This suggests that while democracy blossoms in Guardia, there are still faults as noblemen refuse to relinquish their power. | |||
While [[Nadia]] is the | While [[Nadia]] is the heiress to the throne in [[1000 AD]], little is known about how the throne and power exchanges hands. [[Marle]] is descended from [[Aliza]], who is descended from [[Leene]]. King Guardia XXXIII is spoken of as the 33rd descendant of the throne. The Kings seem to rule with the most authority. | ||
Usually, males marry into the family. An exception was made when [[Queen Leene]] married [[King Guardia XXI]], as a female heir may not have been available. The line proceeded with males marrying in all the way to Marle, who married Crono (and by extension he became a regent). This system is evidenced elsewhere in the game. When [[King Zeal]] dies, Janus does not by default become King; rather, [[Queen Zeal]] remains in her position, not as dowager but as dignified ruler. (Note that this is mainly a coincidence) Sexism is also seemingly absent, as even [[Ayla]] was able to be chieftess in [[Prehistory]] due to her strength and merit. The Kingdom may be matrilineal but patriarchal. This possibility is wounded slightly by the fact that [[King Guardia XXXIII]] is referenced as the 33rd descendant of the throne; this simply may be a turn of phrase, however. | Usually, males marry into the family. An exception was made when [[Queen Leene]] married [[King Guardia XXI]], as a female heir may not have been available. The line proceeded with males marrying in all the way to Marle, who married Crono (and by extension he became a regent). This system is evidenced elsewhere in the game. When [[King Zeal]] dies, Janus does not by default become King; rather, [[Queen Zeal]] remains in her position, not as dowager but as dignified ruler. (Note that this is mainly a coincidence) Sexism is also seemingly absent, as even [[Ayla]] was able to be chieftess in [[Prehistory]] due to her strength and merit. The Kingdom may be matrilineal but patriarchal. This possibility is wounded slightly by the fact that [[King Guardia XXXIII]] is referenced as the 33rd descendant of the throne; this simply may be a turn of phrase, however. | ||
[[File:Guardia.png|thumb|180px|King Guardia XXI and Queen Leene in the Throne Room]]Under the idea that males traditionally inhert the throne, the son or daughter of [[King Guardia XXI]] and [[Queen Leene]] would have eventually produced [[Queen Aliza]], who would have had to marry back into the family (barring outright incest). This is fine, as twelve generations would have separated their genetics. This idea is supported by the fact that | [[File:Guardia.png|thumb|180px|King Guardia XXI and Queen Leene in the Throne Room]]Under the idea that males traditionally inhert the throne, the son or daughter of [[King Guardia XXI]] and [[Queen Leene]] would have eventually produced [[Queen Aliza]], who would have had to marry back into the family (barring outright incest). This is fine, as twelve generations would have separated their genetics. This idea is supported by the fact that King Guardia XXI is definitely large and in charge during [[600 A.D.]] The royal family may also be extensive enough to allow varied descendants of Leene to exist. | ||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
