Delan I

Delan I Veitan was the Second Emperor of Ivez Empire, taking over from his father Ivez The Great. He was born in 1744 to Ivez. He became Heir Apparent in 1784, when his father formalized the Empire. In 1791, he became Emperor. In his first years, he was known for his funding of culture and arts. He became better known, however, when he headed the forming of the modern Ivez State. In 1806, he began the process of the writing of the Constitution. In 1808, this process was complete. The Imperial Cabinet formed the new Executive branch of government, led by the Prime Minister. Delan I was reduced to a symbolical figurehead, but remained the Head of State and the public face of Government. In the cabinets following during Delan's reign, technology and culture advanced in a steady rate. The last years of Delan I saw the first steam locomotives being invented, preceding the rail transport that became prevalent during the reign of Ivez II. In 1819, Delan died at the age of 75, having taking residence in the Emperor's Palace in 1817. He led the Empire for 26 years.

Personality
Delan was more progressive than his father, which was the main cause of his constitutional reforms. He had much attention for the cultural differences in the Empire, and created the modern Regions in conjunction with the Dukes and Kings of the Empire. Furthermore, he was more open, holding public banquets and continuing his father's interview. Within the Cabinet, he was known as an advocate for civil rights, as well as the plight of labourers. On a personal level, Delan was charismatic and friendly, with a light demeanour. Nevertheless, he did not take lightly with informal addressing of his station.

Family
Delan was born to Ivez Veitan and Baele Mokur on 8 August 1742. His sister Vitok followed in 1746. He married Princess Elae Norin, daughter to King Grotkal of Judinovak, in 1777. She had trouble carrying children, leading to a miscarriage in 1782. Delan's heir Ivez II was born in 1784. The twin sons Harap and Ulad were both born in 1787.