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According to the Dayan ceremonial processions, the Emperor's formal outings are exceedingly troublesome affairs.
Even setting aside the Forbidden Army for protection, the entourage of guides, court musicians, and various formations of banners and flags symbolizing imperial authority alone exceed ten thousand personnel.
Once the procession begins, it often stretches over several miles.
In addition to this, the coordination of various court departments, the palace, and the Dayan Forbidden Army is required. Ultimately, everything must be presented to the Office of the Registrar of the Imperial Clan for review.
The completion of such a process takes no less than ten days.
However, that is the treatment afforded to an ordinary emperor.
