Monarchy of Esceosia

The monarchy of Esceosia, commonly referred to as the Esceosian monarchy', is the constitutional monarchy of the Kingdom of Esceosia and its overseas territories. The monarch's title is "King" (male) or "Queen" (female). The current monarch and head of state, King John III, ascended the throne on the death of his father, King Peter IV, on 7 October 1976.

The monarch and his or her immediate family undettake various official, ceremonial, diplomatic and representational duties. As the monarchy is constitutional, the monarch is limited to non-partisan functions such as bestowing honours and appointing the Prime Minister. The monarch is, by tradition, commander-in-chief of the Esceosian Armed Forces. Though the ultimate formal executive authority over the government of Esceosia is still by and through the monarch's royal prerogative, these powers may only be used according to laws enacted in Parliament and, in practice, within the constraints of convention and precedent.