While Aenarion was deeply in love with his Everqueen, it has not been uncommon for later kings to have no romantic feelings for the Everqueen. Upon ascension to the throne, the Phoenix King, or "His Sacred Majesty" is betrothed to the Everqueen for a ritual marriage lasting one year, after which they are both free to hold separate courts and take new consorts. In fact many long wars have been started by prideful, vicious and arrogant Phoenix Kings. This is not to say that all Phoenix Kings have been good rulers. Before being crowned, they must pass through the Sacred Flame unharmed to prove their purity under the eyes of Asuryan. He is chosen from among the Princes of Ulthuan on the death of the previous Phoenix King and crowned at the massive pyramid Shrine of Asuryan located on an island in the Inner Sea. The position of Phoenix King is elective. The Phoenix Kings are the rulers of the High Elven Isle of Ulthuan. Normally a simple sire will do if you are addressed in conversation." - Young Teclis reciting the 21 forms of address to Lady Malene The last sentence of any address on such days is always: Watch over us Vessel of the Sacred Fire. On high holy days, he is known as Fireborn. Under some circumstances, most notably when haste might be required, he is to be called Chosen One, or simply Chosen. " On formal occasions he is addressed as Blessed of Asuryan.
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