The Imperial Oath

I swear in the hearing of the Gods that I will rule the Empire, fairly and freely, to the best of my ability, for the Good of the Empire. I will obey Holy Law, and make only such decrees as are fitting within Holy Law. I will command the military to the furtherance of the Empire, and I will hold the Empire, the state and the imperial property in good stead for those that come after me. This is my solemn oath.