+An **Imperial House** is the [ruling family](/wiki/Royal_Family) of an [empire](/wiki/empire), from which the emperor or empress is chosen. Its members trace their lineage to establish legitimacy, embodying the historical continuity and authority of the imperial system.
+## See also
+- [Dynasty](/wiki/dynasty)
+- [Monarchy](/wiki/monarchy)
+- [Succession](/wiki/succession)
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