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Elisabeth of Hesse Dress // New CC
Warning!! This is my first cc post in a long time so its not perfect, but my addiction to late 19th century fashion has made it impossible for me not to attempt to make something ~ nonetheless, I hope you enjoy <3
This dress is based on,
Princess Elisabeth of Hesse by Rhine: 1. https://pin.it/35cl4zt9t 2. https://pin.it/5jxwdPiDs
Please Tag me in any use of this CC ~ I wanna see :0
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"Aunt Ella on these occasions was so fairy-like an apparition that I would like to dip my pen in colour so as to be able to make her live again, if only for a moment, because eyes that have never beheld her will never be able to conceive what she was then." -Marie of Romania
What a beautiful dress @avalonsims! <3
Dominion of Maharlika, 1960s
Situated at the heart of the Eastern Seas, the Dominion of Maharlika stands as one of the most vital members of the Imperial Commonwealth—a nation rich in natural resources, strategic harbours, and an industrious people whose resilience has long shaped the empire’s fortunes.
Once under Spaindom rule, the islands were ceded to the Imperial Commonwealth at the close of the nineteenth century and have since become a cornerstone of imperial trade and influence in Asia.
During the Second Great War, Maharlika endured occupation and devastation but emerged as a steadfast ally of the Imperial Commonwealth. Its people fought bravely beside Commonwealth forces, and its soil became a crucial battleground for the liberation of the East.
The war left deep scars—cities reduced to rubble, lives lost—but it also fostered a renewed sense of unity and national pride among Maharlikans.
Maharlika embodies a remarkable blend of Indigenous heritage, Castillan legacy, and Imperial governance.
Its capital, Intramuros City, gleams as a symbol of progress, where colonial architecture meets rising industries and universities that educate a new generation of Maharlikans loyal to both Crown and country.
Yet beneath this stability, there is a growing tide of Maharlikans—intellectuals, workers, and students alike—who call for full independence from the Imperial Commonwealth. They speak of self-determination and national dignity, questioning whether the era of empire has truly passed.
The House of Lapu-Lapu Rizal, restored under Commonwealth guidance, continues to serve as a unifying symbol of continuity. For the Imperial Commonwealth, Maharlika remains not merely a dominion but a crucial partner in a changing world.
Isabel Islands, Maharlika
Mother of the Nation
Maharlikan Lantern Festival 1965
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Maharlikan Lantern Festival — Concert at Palasyo Bayanihan
[Crowds gather in great number before the palace forecourt, families and children among them, waving flags as the concert proceedings begin. The atmosphere is animated, with applause and cheers rising intermittently beneath the lantern-lit sky.]
[Members of the Royal Houses stand in unison as the national anthems are performed, first “Awit ng Lupang Maharlika” of the Dominion of Maharlika, followed by “God Save the Queen” of the United Commonwealth. The assembled crowd raises flags and hands as the music carries across the palace forecourt.]
[Celebrated Maharlikan-Ænglish soprano Isabella Santillan delivers a solo rendition of the anthems, accompanied by guitar, her voice carrying clearly over the lantern-lit square.]
[A wide view of the palace grounds shows the scale of the gathering, with lanterns strung across the avenue and the illuminated façades framing the assembled crowd. Spotlights sweep overhead as the audience responds to the music from the stage.]
[The Royal Party stands beneath the lanterns with Basilica Maharlika visible in the background, its illuminated dome rising above the crowd as the concert continues into the evening.]
The forecourt of Palasyo Bayanihan was transformed by a lantern-lit concert, the palace façade illuminated beneath orderly rows of red lights and sweeping beams. Present from the House of Lapu-Lapu Rizal were Her Majesty Queen Josephina, Her Majesty Queen-Dowager Esmeralda, and His Excellency Prime Minister Dyosdado, in his capacity as Prince Consort, while Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip attended on behalf of the House of Windensor, positioned before the stage throughout the performance. Several thousand spectators assembled across the square and adjoining streets, marking the first occasion on which a United Commonwealth monarch has attended the Lantern Festival, as music carried late into the spring night.
Two Queens
Elizabeth of United Commonwealth & Josephina of Maharlika
Maharlikan Lantern Parade — The Royal Motorcade
Black limousines glide beneath lantern-lit arches as the Royal Motorcade passes through the boulevard, headlights catching on flags and raised hands along the barriers. In the lead car, Queen Elizabeth II rides beside Prime Minister Dyosdado, while the rear vehicle carries Queen Josephina with Prince Philip, their silhouettes visible through the glass as they move slowly through the crowd. Cheers, chants, and pockets of protest mingle in the warm night air, creating a restless soundscape that follows the motorcade down the illuminated street.
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Maharlikan Lantern Parade — Boulevard Queen-Dowager Esmeralda
The 22nd Royal Regiment advances beneath rows of glowing red lanterns, their scarlet uniforms and bearskins moving in precise rhythm along Boulevard Queen Esmeralda. Behind them, the 25th Maharlikan Infantry Bagpipers fill the night air with a steady, echoing drone that carries between the façades and festival lights. Spectators press along the barriers as lanterns sway overhead, casting warm reflections across polished boots, brass fittings, and the tiled archway framing the procession.
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Temple of the Fallen Maharlikan — Royal Tour, 1965.
Queen Josephina and Queen Elizabeth II stand alongside Maharlikan Prime Minister Dyosdado as Prince Philip gestures toward the memorial grounds, a moment of shared remembrance during the Royal Visit amid rising tensions and the question of Maharlika’s future.
Camino Real Ciudad de Intramures, Maharlika.
Palasyo Bayanihan, Maharlikan Royal Residence
Borne on the breeze of oceanic friendship, Her Majesty’s Royal Yacht arrives at the jewel of the South Pacifica — Maharlika — flanked by loyal Commonwealth vessels. The warm tide of welcome swells as the Queen returns to these sun-kissed shores.
In the capital, anticipation blossoms into celebration. Streets are adorned with bunting, and Maharlikans, young and old, line the avenues in eager admiration — a people proud of their traditions, and steadfast in their ties.
The Royal procession winds through a city alive with colour and cheer. A modern, vibrant Maharlika stands proudly alongside timeless ceremony — the surest sign of harmony within a flourishing Commonwealth.
Her Majesty returns their salutes with a gracious wave. For many, it is the first glimpse of the Sovereign — and for all, a cherished memory in the making.
Inside the Royal Pavilion, dignitaries of the realm extend their welcome. A meeting of hearts and heritage, where protocol blends with personal warmth. The bonds of friendship, it seems, need no translation.
In her address, Her Majesty speaks not only as Queen, but as a guest among equals — expressing her admiration for Maharlika’s cultural richness, its industrious spirit, and its vital place within the Commonwealth family.
In honour of the Royal visit, Maharlikan dancers present their storied rituals — a living tribute to heritage preserved. In their steps: grace. In their rhythm: pride. In their presence: unity.
A golden confetti falls on the parade as citizens cheer the passing Royal cavalcade. Guardsmen from both island and isles ride side by side — one pageantry, one purpose.
At the monument to liberty and service, the Queen lays a wreath with solemn care. Here, amidst marble and memory, a shared past is honoured — and a shared future reaffirmed.
For Crown and Country — and for all who call the Commonwealth home — this is the spirit that binds.
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Ciudad de Intramures, Maharlika
Thousands of Maharlikan sovereigntists took to the streets, staging a coordinated protest against the Imperial Commonwealth and the forthcoming Royal Visit, which demonstrators denounced as a symbol of continued imperial interference. Waving red banners and chanting calls for self-rule, protesters marched through the city centre, drawing support from students, labour groups, and community elders alike.
Organisers said the demonstration reflected growing public frustration with the Crown’s political role in Maharlika, particularly in the wake of the recent parliamentary crisis. While authorities maintained a visible security presence, the protest remained largely peaceful, with speakers using megaphones to urge unity and national dignity.
The march highlights the increasingly volatile atmosphere confronting the Royal Visit, as questions of sovereignty and legitimacy move from parliament into the streets.
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Palasyo Bayanihan, Maharlika