Pythia

The Pythia were an autocratic system which ruled Gallifrey from 1207 BPW to 66 APW.

History
The Pythia were ordained by the Warrior Monks, and the first Pythia, Arcadia the Dominator, was crowed in 1207 BPW. Initially, the Pythia were benevolent and kind, and Gallifreyans loved and respected them. However, as the years went by they became increasingly secretive, corrupt, power-hungry and decrepit.

Following the assassination of Pythia Larsus III in 57 APW, Pythia Kludeo IV inherited the throne. In 61 APW the New Gallifreyan Rebellion was crushed. From 64 APW to 66 APW, the New Gallifreyan Revolution was fought across the nation. General Hartnell and his troops stormed the Red Palace and demanded that the Pythia give up his powers. Kludeo was then shot by angry police, ending the rule of the Pythias, which had lasted for some 1141 years.