As Emperor, John's official given title by the Congress is His Imperial Excellency, The Emperor, which is the standard title given to male Emperors under Constitutional law. As the leader of the August Rebellion against the Republican government, John's actions distinguished him whereas he was granted the title Champion of the City, a position he held from January 1st, 2090, to December 31st, 2091, as in accordance by Congressional term of the title. On New Years' Eve, 2091, John passed on the title to his partner Crisan Rudeneusku, who became the second person to be recognized by the Congress of their deeds for the protection of the city. While John is no longer the incumbent Champion, the title is retained as in accordance with Congressional law, recognizing his former position.