I've tested it, and achieving a rank of governor or better (90+ points) upon retirement seems like a decent goal for a run that reflects actual gameplay. In a handful of runs, I've pushed my time down to just above an hour, so it's not a terribly long category, either.
I'll throw in my support for a longer category as well even if I don't run it it would be cool to see.
I'm down to create it, sounds like a good idea! Despite being made mod, I dont know anything about the game lol. So I'd need some help on what the category name/rules should be
Alternatively betastrep lemme know if you're cool with being a mod then you can create the category to your liking
Category name could be simply called "Governor%". Get 90 or more points on the final score after retiring - no restriction on time period, nationality, difficulty level, skill selection, etc. - just get that minimum point total as fast as possible.
Timer start would be upon gaining control after choosing your skill and end would be on the score screen showing your rank/score.
I will be running it for NES Odyssey in a couple of weeks.