First, an outline of main areas on the Mist Continent.
- Alexandria - ruled by Queen Brahne. Includes Treno.
- Lindbum - ruled by Regent Cid.
- Burmecia - ruled by the King of Burmecia. Includes Cleyra.
Now, a regent is someone appointed as Head of State if the monarch is i) a minor, ii) absent, or iii) otherwise unable to reign. This means Regent Cid, the brother of Garnet's father, is not the true ruler of Lindblum -- he's just babysitting for someone else. So, who is the real ruler of Lindblum?
Some theories.
Could it be possible that the King of Alexandria ruled both Alexandria and Lindblum and Garnet is to inherit both of them when she comes of age? If that is true, why wasn't Brahne made queen of both kingdoms? Conversely, why wasn't a regent placed in both territories?
Do Cid and Hilda have an unknown son/daughter/niece/nephew waiting to take the throne of Lindblum?
Was it intended for Brahne to remain Queen of Alexandria and Garnet to rule Lindblum?
Discuss.