The Convocation

Left leaderless after the death of the emperor, the legates of the imperial military formed a council to maintain unity of purpose while the throne lies empty. This has been standard practice during interregna ever since the vicious civil wars in the wake of the death of the Blood Eagle.

(suggested addition) Over time the Council of Legates has evolved into pseudo republic known as the convocation. Representatives, chosen through local elections, are sent from each legion and region owned by House Aquila to participate in discussions about the course of the house and vote on matters of importance.

This has been the method in which Aquila decides on its official policy and placement of its legions in the absence of a legitimate emperox.

All representatives inside the convocation have equal power and input while they are there, regardless of rank or standing outside its walls.