Today's Topic - Types of Governments in Fantasy Worldbuilding Power of the state Anarchy True democracy consent of the governed Limited Monarchy Authoritarian How do rulers come to power Birth Personal traits Appointed by divine source Appointed by previous leader Coup Random selection Election How is the transitions of power handed Peaceful Violent War How are rights earned Natural Rights Rights granted by rulers Nepotism Forced by the mob Reward Who owns what? Individuals own property State owns property Is the stated tied to a religion What do you call your state? List of common government types Special thanks to Nick
