About the Kingdom of Hawaii
Strong matrilineal tradition: Influenced by Australia, the Hawaiian monarchy prioritizes female succession, though male rulers are not excluded.
Cultural preservation: Each ruler has placed high importance on maintaining Hawaiian language, traditions, and practices.
Environmental stewardship: Hawaiian rulers have consistently championed environmental causes, seeing themselves as guardians of the islands’ natural beauty.
Technological innovation: The monarchy has pushed for advancement in areas like renewable energy and digital technology, positioning Hawaii as a modern, forward-thinking nation.
Diplomatic neutrality: Hawaii maintains its independence by balancing relationships with larger powers and serving as a neutral ground for international negotiations.
Scientific leadership: The kingdom has invested heavily in scientific research, particularly in fields relevant to its geography and natural resources.
Modern Rulers
The rulers of the Kingdom of Hawaii in the modern era are:
Queen Ka’iulani (1875-1955) In this timeline, Ka’iulani becomes Queen after her aunt Lili’uokalani. She marries a Hawaiian ali’i (chief) and establishes a strong alliance with the Empire of Australia. Her reign focuses on preserving Hawaiian culture while modernizing the kingdom’s infrastructure and education system.
Queen Leilani (1900-1980) Ka’iulani’s daughter, Leilani, continued her mother’s work. She strengthened Hawaii’s position as a neutral power, balancing relationships between Cascadia, the Empire of Australia, and the divided American nations. Under her rule, Hawaii became a center for Pacific diplomacy.
Queen Kalani (1925-2005) Leilani’s daughter Kalani oversaw Hawaii’s economic transformation. She developed tourism responsibly, invested in sustainable agriculture, and established Hawaii as a leader in renewable energy, particularly ocean thermal energy conversion.
Queen Malia (1950-2030) Malia, Kalani’s daughter, faces the challenges of climate change. She leads initiatives to protect Hawaii’s ecosystems and works closely with other Pacific island nations to address rising sea levels. She also promotes Hawaiian language revitalization.
Queen Noelani (1975-present) The current queen, Noelani, is known for her commitment to scientific research. She has established Hawaii as a global center for marine biology, volcanology, and astronomy. She’s also expanded Hawaii’s influence in space exploration through partnerships with Cascadia and Australia.
Crown Princess Kiana (2000-present) The heir apparent, Kiana, is deeply involved in cultural preservation and technological innovation. She’s spearheading projects to digitize Hawaiian historical documents and create immersive experiences of Hawaiian mythology using advanced virtual reality technology.