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Terms of office on Naboo

Discussion in 'Star Wars Community' started by Alybrylla, May 18, 2003.

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  1. Alybrylla

    Alybrylla Jedi Padawan star 4

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    This is something that's bothered me ever since I first saw AOTC.

    In AOTC, Padmé mentions that the King or Queen of Naboo could only rule for two terms. BUT in the Episode 1 Visual Dictionary, it states that King Veruna ruled for 13 years. What's up with that?
     
    Alybrylla, May 18, 2003
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  2. bbmac041072

    bbmac041072 Jedi Youngling star 2

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    Pretty much unless its in the movies its EU and can be wrong.
     
    bbmac041072, May 18, 2003
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  3. KenKenobi

    KenKenobi Chosen One star 6

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    Well, considering there are no contradictions within the EU, there is an explanation. ;)

    King Veruna was a corrupt leader, and was using the prosperity of the planet to fill his own coffers. His manipulation around the rule of only serving two terms led to suspicions of the Naboo people, which eventually contributed to his downfall and the election of Padme in his wake.

    Cloak of Deception helps clarify this, so I suggest you pick it up if you would like to learn more. ;) :)


    Ken Kenobi- And you have a nice day ;)
     
    KenKenobi, May 18, 2003
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  4. Bib Fortuna Twi'lek

    Bib Fortuna Twi'lek Jedi Youngling star 10

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    Franklin Roosevelt had started his 4 term of presidency when he died, so if he can do it, why couldn't Veruna?
     
    Bib Fortuna Twi'lek, May 18, 2003
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  5. DarthXan318

    DarthXan318 Manager Emeritus star 6 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I thought that 2 terms thing was implemented after Roosevelt's time.

    But, yes, Veruna was a corrupt ruler. I suppose he'd have found a way around it. :)
     
    DarthXan318, May 19, 2003
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  6. Obi Anne

    Obi Anne Celebration Mistress of Ceremonies star 8 Staff Member Manager

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    Well, I personally believe that Naboo isn't as democratic and nice as we are fooled to think, so it doesn't come as a surprise if you could stay for a longer period.


    oh, and I think the idea of having terms for royalties is silly.
     
    Obi Anne , May 19, 2003
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  7. Alybrylla

    Alybrylla Jedi Padawan star 4

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    Ah. Thanks for the info everyone. :) Nice to have that cleared up after it bothering me for almost a year. :p
     
    Alybrylla, May 21, 2003
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  8. DARTH_VADER_AND_C3P0

    DARTH_VADER_AND_C3P0 Jedi Youngling star 3

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    Uhh, ?[face_plain] Maybe that happened before that amendment was passed.
     
    DARTH_VADER_AND_C3P0, May 24, 2003
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