Den

Den is an Aiaen title carried by members of the royal family.

Background
Unlike many other cultures on Miran, the aiae have never found it necessary to have a plethora of titles and appointments. This is due in part to the fact that many of their positions are both elected and also never considered elevated above the rest of the population.

The only people who are recognized as having elevated importance are those of the royal family. Unlike other countries, the imperial family of Aia is also elected if all members of the family are eliminated, and they are also considered to be "of the people" to a certain extent. The singular title for all members of the family is part of that mindset and even non-ruling relatives are often treated with respect and consideration.

Use of the Title
The title of Den is applied to immediate members of the royal family and their relations. Both the emperor and his wife (or empress and her husband) will carry the title, as will their parents, siblings, children, grandchildren, nephews, and nieces. Spouses of these relatives are also allowed to take the title if they so wish, though it is not required.

While the use of Den is fairly liberal, the title is only assumed by romantic partners if they have actually married into the family. An example of this within the MRU would be Isera Aradenen, whose son carried the Den title. She was never granted the title because she did not marry Eishan Mijase, Den, even though they had a child together.