King Jonathan Rigby VIII
The 19 year old King of the Vridium Empire, Jonathan Rigby VIII, is a reluctant monarch striving to prove himself worthy of the throne amidst a court of opportunistic nobles and advisors eager to sway his rule.
Physical Description
Identifying Characteristics
Youthful, clean shaven face, keeps his dark hair neatly trimmed, wears the Rigby royal regalia, a deep emerald cloak trimmed in gold.
Special abilities
Political aptitude and natural charisma; lacks magical ability but is learning statecraft quickly.
Specialized Equipment
The Crown of Rigby (symbol of his reign), ceremonial blade Oathbinder passed through his family line.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Thrust into the throne unexpectedly when his father abandoned the crown to work with sorcerers in Sul, Jonathan had no choice but to shoulder the responsibility of ruling one of Baephios’ most powerful empires. Though trained from birth in diplomacy, statecraft, and etiquette, Jonathan was not prepared to lead at such a young age. Now, he struggles to balance the expectations of his lineage with his own insecurities while dealing with a host of regional lords vying for influence over him.
Education
Privately educated in statecraft, history, diplomacy, and combat by the Rigby family’s finest tutors.
Employment
King of the Vridium Empire.
Accomplishments & Achievements
Youngest Rigby monarch to take the throne, maintaining stability of the Vridium Empire during the early years of his reign despite political upheaval and regional unrest.
Intellectual Characteristics
Inquisitive, eager to learn, cautious, driven, impressionable.
Morality & Philosophy
Believes a king must rule fairly and honor his people, though he struggles to define what that means for himself without the heavy influence of his advisors.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To prove to the Vridium Empire and its lords that he deserves the crown and can lead with strength, despite his youth.
Likes & Dislikes
Likes: Honest counsel, learning from capable mentors, hunting, quiet walks in the palace gardens.
Dislikes: Manipulative nobles, public embarrassment, being underestimated because of his age.
Virtues & Personality perks
Driven, respectful of tradition, charismatic, genuinely cares for his people.
Vices & Personality flaws
Naïve, indecisive at times, susceptible to manipulation, easily doubts himself.
Social
Reign
Newly crowned, active ruler of the Vridium Empire.
Contacts & Relations
Surrounded by regional lords, advisors, and a mix of loyal and opportunistic nobles, supported closely by some members of the Sage Council. Puts a lot of trust into Master Avradovious to help guide him.
Family Ties
Son of Jonathan Rigby VII (living, retired from kingship), Rigby royal lineage extending back to the founding of the Vridium Empire by Kaiser Vridi.
Religious Views
Follows Mardros, goddess of Nature, as is traditional for the Rigby line, offers occasional homage to Bothos for guidance due to the magical threats facing the empire.
Wealth & Financial state
Extremely wealthy by birthright, controls the empire’s vast treasury and lands.
Honorary & Occupational Titles
King of the Vridium Empire, Lord of the Rigby Royal Line.
Age
19
Children
Pronouns
he/him
Gender
Male
Height
6'1"
Quotes & Catchphrases
"I did not choose this throne… but I’ll see to it that no one thinks me unworthy of it."
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