Step 1: Nomination
Any citizen of the forest can nominate themselves or another citizen for the Elders Council.
Step 2: Primary Elections
Citizens gather to vote in primary elections, where the top two candidates with the most votes advance to the general election.
Step 3: Debates
Candidates must participate in a series of debates, where they can discuss their platform and convince citizens to vote for them.
Step 4: General Elections
Citizens vote in the general election, and the candidate with the most votes wins.
Step 5: Oath of Office
The winner takes the Oath of Office, a sacred vow to serve the greater good of the forest.