The Constitution of Ladonia

We, the people of Ladonia, hereby declare ourselves free and independent citizens of the democratic Royal Republic, The Remony of Ladonia, and hereby lay forth the rules for government and our democratic institutions.

Section 1. The official name shall be The Royal Republic (The Remony) of Ladonia.

Section 2. Ladonia is a constitutional monarchy within a democratic Royal Republic.

Section 3. The geographical limits of Ladonia are those associated with Arx, Nimis, and Omfalos on the west coast of Scania, or as defined from time to time by lawful decree.

Section 4. The capital of Ladonia shall be Wotan City.

Section 5. The official language of Ladonia is Ladonian. Ladonian consists of two words. (a) The primary word, which functions as a universal word capable of representing all other words in all other languages, is spelled “waaaaaaaaaaaaaallll.” The number of letters in the word shall always be odd, and the number of “a”s shall always exceed the number of “l”s. Variations in spelling are permitted, provided these principles are maintained. (b) The second word is “ÿp,” used in solemn, ceremonial, or constitutional contexts. The word ÿp signifies affirmation, gravity, and formal conclusion. ÿp.

Section 6. The National Flag shall be a green cross on a field of the same green.

Section 7. The National Anthem of Ladonia shall be the sound of a rock cast into water. This sound symbolizes the meeting of permanence and motion, the stillness of stone and the movement of tide, and the enduring dialogue between land and sea.

Section 8. The official currency is the Oertug.

(Adopted 2026; reflecting the Government Declaration of 5 July 2015)

Section 1. Renunciation of Violence. Ladonia affirms that it is founded upon art, imagination, and the conviction that a state may exist without violence. The Royal Republic rejects political violence as a means of recognition, legitimacy, governance, territorial acquisition, or change.

Section 2. Renunciation of War. Ladonia renounces war, whether actual, rhetorical, or symbolic. The State shall not declare or maintain a state of war and shall not endorse acts of aggression against any nation or people.

Section 3. Peaceful Civic Conduct. All institutions of Ladonia shall operate in a spirit of non-aggression, voluntary participation, and peaceful coexistence. Conflict, when it arises, shall be addressed through dialogue, deliberation, artistic expression (include, but not limited to, interpretive dance) or other nonviolent means rather than force.

Section 4. Constitutional Permanence. The peaceful character of the State, as set forth in this Article, is foundational and shall not be contravened by amendment or interpretation.

Section 1. Eligibility. All individuals, regardless of gender, race, or belief, who commit to upholding the values of Art, Freedom of Expression, and Ladonian principles are eligible for citizenship. Citizenship in Ladonia is voluntary, symbolic, and grounded in artistic and civic participation.

Section 2. Grant of Citizenship. Citizenship shall be granted upon application and registration in the National Register of Citizens in accordance with established procedures.

Section 3. National Register of Citizens. There shall be maintained a National Register of Citizens for the purpose of recording citizenship status and preserving institutional continuity. The Register shall contain such identifying information as is reasonably necessary for: (a) The issuance of official documents; (b) The verification of citizenship; (c) The administration of elections and governance; (d) The preservation of the historical record of the State.

Section 4. Stewardship and Protection. The information contained in the National Register shall be maintained with due regard for privacy, security, and lawful stewardship. Ladonia shall not share or disclose such information except as required by applicable law or with the consent of the citizen concerned.

Section 5. Rights and Privileges of Citizens. Citizens of Ladonia are entitled to: (a) The right to free speech and to dignified silence; (b) The right to near total idleness; (c) The right to cybervote; (d) The right to fair and occasionally theatrical consideration under the laws of Ladonia; (e) The right to throw small pebble stones defensively, but not maliciously.

Section 6. Taxation. Ladonia is a tax-exempt state for its citizens and relies upon voluntary contributions, artistic commerce, and the support of foreign visitors. Given that Ladonia’s principal works of art reside on the western coast of Scania and require constant stewardship, those who most frequently benefit from their presence may reasonably expect to contribute to their preservation.

Section 1. Nature of the Crown. The Crown of Ladonia is a continuous and sovereign institution of the State. The Sovereign shall be a Queen regnant, reigning in her own right. Queens of Ladonia are never consort. The Crown shall serve as Head of State and guardian of the constitutional order.

Section 2. Succession. Succession to the Crown is restricted to women in the matrilineal line. Succession shall follow matrilineal female-preference primogeniture. Only a woman descended through the uninterrupted maternal line of a reigning Queen shall be eligible to inherit the Crown.

Section 3. Automatic Accession. Upon the death or abdication of a reigning Queen, the next eligible female heir shall succeed immediately and automatically. No confirmation, approval, or ratification by Parliament, Cabinet, or any other body shall be required for accession.

Section 4. Age of Majority. For purposes of succession and the exercise of sovereign authority, the age of majority shall be eighteen (18) years.

Section 5. Custodial Regency. Where an eligible female heir exists but has not yet attained the age of majority, or where no eligible female heir exists at the time of succession, a custodial regency shall be established. (a) The nearest eligible male in the matrilineal line may assume the title of Seneschal of Ladonia and exercise the functions of the Crown in custodial capacity. (b) The Seneschal shall not become Sovereign but shall preserve the continuity of the Crown until an eligible female heir attains majority or is lawfully recognized. (c) Upon the attainment of majority by an eligible female heir, accession shall occur automatically.

Section 6. Failure of Heirs. If no eligible heirs exist in the matrilineal line, a new Queen shall be elected by the people of Ladonia in a general election open to eligible Ladonian women. The elected Queen shall reign as a Queen regnant and establish a new matrilineal line of succession.

Section 7. Royal Authority. The Crown retains constitutional authority including: (a) The granting of Royal Assent to legislation; (b) The appointment and dismissal of the Prime Minister in accordance with this Constitution; (c) The dissolution of Parliament in circumstances necessary to preserve constitutional order; (d) The exercise of reserve powers to prevent institutional deadlock or constitutional breach.

Section 8. Honours and Nobility. The Crown may confer titles of nobility, orders of merit, decorations, and other honours in recognition of service, artistic contribution, or civic merit. Ladonian honours are symbolic distinctions of dignity and do not convey territorial sovereignty, legal privilege, or civil authority unless expressly provided by law. The Crown may establish and regulate Orders of Honour, including but not limited to the Order of the Hesperides and the Order of Ladon.

Section 9. The Great Seals. (a) The Great Seal of State shall authenticate acts of government, legislation, and official instruments issued in the name of the Royal Republic. (b) The Great Seal of the Sovereign shall authenticate personal acts of the Crown, including Letters Patent, honours, warrants, and ceremonial instruments. (c) The custody, form, and use of the Great Seals shall be regulated by law or Royal Decree.

Section 10. Continuity of the Crown. The Crown is perpetual and shall not be subject to dissolution by Parliament. The Sovereign may abdicate voluntarily by written instrument under the Great Seal of the Sovereign. No other mechanism of removal shall be implied unless expressly provided in this Constitution.

Section 1. Legislative Authority. Legislative authority in Ladonia is vested in Parliament, subject to Royal Assent.

Section 2. Composition. Parliament shall consist of Members of Parliament (MPs) elected by the citizens of Ladonia. The number, qualifications, and procedures of election shall be determined by law.

Section 3. Term of Parliament. Parliament shall serve a term of three (3) years. General elections shall be held at three-year intervals in the fourth quarter of the calendar year, as established by law.

Section 4. Sessions. Parliament shall convene at least once during each parliamentary term. Sessions may be conducted in person or by electronic means as provided by law.

Section 5. Dissolution. Parliament shall stand dissolved automatically upon the expiration of its term. The Queen may dissolve Parliament prior to the expiration of its term: (a) Upon the advice of the Prime Minister; or (b) In the exercise of constitutional reserve authority in cases of deadlock, failure to elect a Prime Minister, or circumstances threatening the continuity or lawful functioning of government. Upon dissolution, general elections shall be called without undue delay.

Section 1. Executive Authority. Executive authority in Ladonia shall be exercised by the Queen’s Government. The Queen’s Government operates in the name of the Crown and is responsible for the administration of the State.

Section 2. Composition. The Queen’s Government shall consist of: (a) The Queen, as Head of State; (b) The Prime Minister, as Head of Government; (c) The Ministers of the principal State Ministries established by law. The Prime Minister shall preside over the ordinary business of government.

Section 3. The Prime Minister. The Prime Minister shall be elected by Parliament from among its members. The Prime Minister serves as Head of Government and is responsible for directing executive administration and coordinating the work of the State Ministries.

Section 4. Term of Office. The term of the Prime Minister shall correspond to that of Parliament. Upon the election of a new Parliament, the office of Prime Minister shall automatically expire. The newly elected Parliament shall elect a Prime Minister from among its members. The Prime Minister may be re-elected without limitation.

Section 5. Appointment of State Ministers. State Ministers shall be appointed by the Queen upon the advice of the Prime Minister. State Ministers serve at the pleasure of the Queen. All appointments shall be formalized by Royal Warrant under the appropriate Great Seal.

Section 6. Confidence of Parliament. The Prime Minister shall retain office so long as he or she maintains the confidence of Parliament. Parliament may remove the Prime Minister by a vote of no confidence. Upon such vote, the office of Prime Minister shall become vacant.

Section 7. Royal Assent. All legislation passed by Parliament shall require Royal Assent to become law. Royal Assent may be granted or withheld in accordance with the constitutional authority of the Crown.

Section 8. Reserve Authority of the Crown. In circumstances including, but not limited to: (a) Parliamentary deadlock; (b) Failure to elect a Prime Minister; (c) Loss of confidence without a successor; (d) Constitutional breach; (e) Threats to the continuity or lawful functioning of government; the Queen may: (i) Appoint an interim Prime Minister; (ii) Dissolve Parliament and call for elections; (iii) Refuse Royal Assent; (iv) Take limited and temporary measures necessary to restore constitutional order. Such powers shall be exercised sparingly and in the interest of institutional stability and peaceful governance.

Section 1. Nature. The Cabinet of Ladonia shall serve as an advisory and ceremonial body composed of ministers appointed in accordance with law.

Section 2. Role. The Cabinet may: (a) Propose initiatives and legislation; (b) Oversee subordinate ministries; (c) Contribute to the cultural and artistic life of the State; (d) Provide counsel to the Queen’s Government.

Section 3. Limitation. The Cabinet shall not exercise legislative authority except where expressly delegated by Parliament.

Section 1. Judicial Principles. The judicial functions of Ladonia shall operate on principles of fairness, impartiality, and respect for the rule of law.

Section 2. The Supreme Court. The Supreme Court of Ladonia may be convened when necessary to consider matters of constitutional or civic importance. By tradition, the symbolic seat of the Supreme Court is held by the bartender at Chez Le Screamin’ Bass, whose raising of a yellow card and declaration of a double ÿp signifies that a matter warrants deliberation. Such declaration shall initiate consideration but shall not constitute judgment.

Section 3. Adjudication. Judicial determinations shall be made through deliberation by the appropriate governing body in accordance with principles of fairness and due consideration.

Section 1. Amendment Process. This Constitution may be amended only by: (a) The affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the total Members of Parliament; and (b) Royal Assent. For purposes of amendment, the required two-thirds threshold shall be calculated from the full membership of Parliament, regardless of attendance, abstention, or vacancy.

Section 2. Constitutional Integrity. No amendment shall contravene the peaceful character of the State as set forth in Article II.

Section 1. Ratification. This consolidated Constitution affirms the foundational Constitution of 1997 and incorporates all duly enacted amendments and structural reforms adopted thereafter.

Section 2. Continuity of Institutions. All offices, honours, decrees, and institutions lawfully established prior to this consolidation shall continue in force unless inconsistent with this Constitution.

Section 3. Supremacy. This Constitution shall serve as the supreme governing instrument of the Royal Republic of Ladonia.

Section 4. Effective Date. This consolidated Constitution shall take effect upon its publication under the authority of the Crown.

This consolidated Constitution incorporates and supersedes the Constitutions of 1997 and 2009, and Amendments I-IV ratified in 2015, together with subsequent structural reforms enacted thereafter. Promulgated under the authority of the Crown and authenticated by the Great Seal of State.