Monarchy of Scandinavia (A United Scandinavia)

The Scandinavian monarch is the monarchical head of state of Scandinavia, which is a constitutional and hereditary monarchy with a parliamentary system. The Scandinavian monarchy can trace its line back to the reign of Harald Fairhair and the previous petty kingdoms which were united to form the Emperor of Scandinavia. The Empire of Scandinavia expanded her borders since her formation in the ninth century, eventually annexing the Kingdom of Denmark, Commonwealth of Iceland, as well as the lands of Finland, Karelia, and Estonia.

The present monarch is Emperor Haakon, who has reigned since 17 January 2011, succeeding his father, Harald. The heir apparent is his only son, Crown Princess Ingrid. The crown prince undertakes various public ceremonial functions, as does the king's wife, Empress Mette-Marit. The crown princess can also act as regent in the emperor's absence when she comes of age, while the Emperor's only sister undertakes this occupation. There are several other members of the Imperial Family, including the king's daughter, grandchildren and siblings.