Peerage of J Andres

In the empire of J Andres, the King or Queen may denote peerage upon anyone that they desire. The titles do not necessarily carry any weight over each other. The Order of Succession typically goes to the eldest child of the current monarch, or to another member of the monarch's family. In the absence of a family member, another individual who has been denoted with peerage may take up the crown, with the approval of the Commune. Those who can claim relation to Josef I or are members of the other royal houses are added to the order of succession.

Principalities
The title of prince or princess is granted to direct descendants of the reigning monarch. The heir apparent is typically granted the title of Prince of Newport. Not all princes and princesses are granted principalities. Those who are use the form of address "his/her royal highness," while those without principalities use "his/her highness."

Duchies
A duchy in J Andres is the only hereditary title, with the monarchy excluded. Ben Richards and Adrik Annan were both bestowed hereditary peerage and granted the duchies of Boston and Rossingol, respectively. Dukes and duchesses use the form of address "the most honorable."

Counties
The head of a county is an earl or countess. Counties are not hereditary and are granted by the monarch. Earls and countesses use the form of address "the honorable." The children of earls may be addressed as lords and ladies.

Baronies
The head of a barony is a baron or baroness. Baronies are not hereditary and may be granted by the monarch or a hereditary duke. Barons and baronesses use the form of address "the honorable."