Political System
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At the heart of RustHelm sits the King — a single player who rules the server. The King wields executive power: issuing edicts, managing the treasury, appointing projects, and shaping policy. The throne is not given — it is claimed by force.
The Command Center
The physical seat of power. A designated structure on the map with a 30-meter interaction radius. Players must be within this radius to claim the throne or interact with sovereign functions.
Claiming the Throne
To become King, a player must stand at the Command Center and begin a 90-second claim. During this time, the claim is broadcast to the server — anyone can contest it. If uncontested, the claimant becomes the new King.
After a failed or successful claim, a 5-minute cooldown prevents immediate re-attempts, giving the server time to react.
Coups & Succession
The King can be forcibly removed through a coup. Coups are triggered at the Command Center and follow the same claim mechanic — but this time against a sitting ruler.
If the King is inactive for 36 hours, they are automatically abdicated, opening the throne to challengers. This prevents stale leadership.
When the throne changes hands, all active Treasury Projects are reset — choose when to coup wisely.