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Congratulations! You've just introduced a new European style of government. Churchmen are respected and have positions of political power. They can write the charters and keep the records which will secure your position. This brings Scottish affairs in line with Europe.

The pen is mightier than the sword

Okay! So now you've made the first steps toward creating a system of administration. Written charters record all agreements made between you and your nobles, and you and your churchmen.

Order can be maintained by legally binding contracts. This system will be continued by your successors.

Example of a charter from Robert I granting land to the Norman noble Robert Steward, 1315-20.

Example of a charter for the transfer of land between John de Balliol, William de Ferrars and Alan la Zouche for the service of two archers, c.1315.