Board Thread:Timeline Discussions/@comment-4923787-20130202175501/@comment-4923787-20130516231455

That's fine.

But without Otto's focus on reclaiming the titles of King of Italy and Holy Roman Emperor, would'nt he focus on consolidating his power in Germany? Plus, didn't the Kingdom exist past Otto, or was that just in name only?

What would the Papal States be in relation to the HRE, since they elect the Emperors? Would they be vassals or completely independent?

Okay.

I honestly have no clue how to change it around this time. There were no major Paulician or Pelagian-style movements in the West, and I can't find anything suggesting opposition until the Cathars come along, and I'm fairly certain the Cathars wouldn't have the military might to pose a legitimate threat that would force the Papacy to change the entire Church.

Also, would Under the Eagle apply to this timeline?