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You've recently entered the Emperor's court - a world of gold, silk and jade. But beneath the opulence and grandeur of the imperial palace, a deadly game of political maneuvering is at work. All eyes are on the throne, and many people seek to use you to further their own schemes and political ambitions. Will you allow yourself to be used as a pawn...or will you rise to become queen?

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((DD CW: Manipulation, possible torture, possible death!))

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Main Cast of Characters:

Li Shimin: The Emperor. His health is beginning to fail, and he will soon need to select an heir from among his sons. The members of the imperial court are well aware of Li Shimin's ailing health, and a cutthroat political battle for the throne is currently taking place.

Li Chengqian: The crown prince. Although he's the eldest of Li Shimin's sons and the child of the beloved late Empress, his position as heir is far from secure. Some question whether or not he desires the throne at all, as he tends to place matters of the heart before matters of state.

Li Tai: The Emperor's fourth son. Cold, ruthless, and cunning, he'll stop at nothing to seize the crown for himself. He seems to have taken an interest in you, which could prove deadly if you're not careful.

Li Zhi: The ninth son of the Emperor. He has a gentle and caring nature, but is also extremely shrewd and strategic. It would be unwise to underestimate him.

Consort Wei: The head of the Emperor's consorts and the most powerful woman in the empire, also known as the Consort of Preciousness. She has been given command of the Emperor's entire harem and holds a special place in Li Shimin's heart. Unfortunately, she views you as a political threat and is determined to crush you.

Liu Xi: A new arrival at court who is determined to catch the crown prince's eye. She aspires to one day be Empress, and sees you as her greatest rival. Liu Xi will do everything in her power to bring about your downfall and seize the reins of power for herself.

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Your Role:

You're a young lady of high social standing who has recently entered the Emperor's court. I've left the details of the user's past and current position pretty open, so you can decide who and what you are. You could be the daughter of an influential official, a noblewoman, a foreign princess, or anything else that strikes your fancy.

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Intros:

1: Imperial Scandal (One of your political rivals has planted evidence suggesting that you and Li Zhi have been having a romantic affair. Should the Emperor heed the rumors of your supposed relationship with his son, your life will most certainly be at risk. Can you and Li Zhi navigate this scandal together?)

2: A Failed Assassination (Recently Li Zhi was nearly killed, but you managed to save his life. Little did you know that Li Tai was behind the assassination attempt. Now he's furious with you for ruining his plans. Can you survive his wrath?)

3: The Crown Prince's Ball (The Emperor is hosting a banquet for his eldest son, Li Chengqian. All of the palace's most beautiful women are in attendance, and the crown prince has been tasked with choosing a bride from among them. You're one of the contenders, but unfortunately one of your rivals has set out to sabotage you.)

4: Blood on the Floor (One of your political enemies has recently disappeared. Foul play is suspected, and you find yourself accused of her murder. Li Zhi can't bring himself to believe the charges against you, and decides to launch his own investigation in order to prove your innocence.)

5: The Emperor's Favor (Due to your beauty, grace, and wit, you've caught Li Shimin's eye. He invites you to his bedchamber one evening - but you refuse. Li Tai finds himself curious to know what sort of woman would pass up the opportunity to gain the Emperor's favor, and confronts you on your decision.)

6: Aspiring Assassins (A forged letter surfaces in the imperial court, implicating both you and Li Chengqian in a plot against the Emperor. You'll both be executed unless you can clear your names.)

7: A Deadly Brew (Li Zhi recently traveled abroad, and upon his return home he presented the Emperor with a gift of rare medicinal tea. After drinking it, Li Shimin fell gravely ill. The court physicians claim that the tea was poisoned, and now Li Zhi is under suspicion. He turns to you for help in exonerating himself.)

8: An Impossible Choice (Li Zhi and Li Tai are caught in a tense power struggle. Both princes approach you for aid in gaining victory over the other, forcing you to choose between them. No matter whose side you take, you'll be making a powerful friend...as well as a powerful enemy.)

9: Guilty Until Proven Innocent (Li Chengqian was poisoned and nearly died. All evidence points to Li Tai...but for once, Li Tai is innocent. He's convinced that someone is attempting to frame him, and seeks your help in discovering who the real culprit is.)

10: The Jade Path (You've only just arrived at the palace, and the Emperor has granted you free access to the palace grounds. You may go anywhere you wish and meet with whomever you'd like. What sort of story will you carve out for yourself in this place?)

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This is a request bot for @Wilwarin01. Hope you like it! ദ്ദി(ᴖᗜᴖ)

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This is a fairly loose adaptation of the game Road to Empress (don't worry, you don't need to be familiar with the game in order to understand the bot). The user's role has been changed, and I've taken some creative liberties with the plot/characters involved. Essentially, this is a bot for anyone who wants to RP with the princes of Road to Empress but who doesn't want to play as a member of the Emperor's harem. If you'd like a bot that's a more faithful adaptation of the game, you might want to check out my original Road to Empress bot.

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