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Otto Von Holzen

27th Heavenly Emperor of the Heavenly Throne of Dithmarburg

Heavenly Emperor Otto Fredrick Von Holzen (a.k.a. Otty)

Otto, of House Holzen. Born 5th Sun of 3rd Altone 1697, Stienburg, Brehen. First son of Wilhelm and Maria of House Holzen. Duke of Brehen from 1704 at age 7, Heavenly Emperor of Dithmarburg from 1711 at age 14.
Rulers of Dithmarburg ME

 

The ceremony was a disaster, the kid couldn't even get a word out! Not to mention the chaos with the crown, that mess could of ended his reign there and then. The people who elected him must be doing so to weaken the title, or the rulers in Dithmarburg are complete fools! This Emperor is already set to lead us into disaster, and I fear it will be catastrophic for Evantian.
Constant Wladslow of Annzig on the Coronation of Otto Von Holzen, 1711

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Otto is a little scrawny but mostly well built, of middling fitness and agility. He is slightly tall for a Dithmarian, giving him a somewhat strong presence in a room in spite of his other features along with his general manners.

Body Features

White, slightly scrawny and well postured.

Facial Features

Square oval shaped face, high checkbones and small goatee.

Identifying Characteristics

Birthmark on the back of his neck.

Physical quirks

Right-handed, harse walking pattern and stern resting face. One arm is shorter than the other.

Apparel & Accessories

Otto wears well made but simple looking robes often, but isn't afraid to wear more commoner like (but still well made) clothing. He also doesn't enjoy wearing the crown, calling it "Pointless faff".

Specialized Equipment

As Emperor, Otto has the Sword of Wien as a personal weapon. He also has a large number of items for academic work.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Lost his mother in the birth of his brother at age 5, and father at 7, who he followed as Duke of Brehen. Began his education under Falconwit at age 4 and elected Emperor at age 14. Has since ruled as Emperor up to 1735 and as the leader of the Loyalist League in the War of Arterium, however he has lost much authority and power in these roles as the war has grinded on.

Gender Identity

Completely male

Sexuality

Asexual

Education

Tutored personally under the watch of Reynard Falconwit the Bold, now military advisor to Otto.

Employment

Otto has only ever been a heir or ruler in his lifetime, mostly ruler.

Accomplishments & Achievements

Various works on the history of the Arterium faith and early history of Dithmarburg before the establishment of the Heavenly Empire.

Failures & Embarrassments

Played a large role in the events leading to and in the War of Arterium. Loss of authority, power and prestige in the title of the Heavenly Throne.

Mental Trauma

The lose of both parents at a young age, and taking the position of Duke, Otto was for most of his life thrust into the dull, cold world of feudal politics. This upbringing made Otto a cold person, who doesn't really get close to anyone.

Intellectual Characteristics

Linguistics, scholarly and logical.

Morality & Philosophy

Cold justice is extremely important and following the laws of Arterium to their fullest.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Restore the status of the Heavenly Emperor. To be remembered.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Great scholarly writer, and generally adept in management.

 

Poor diplomatic and military leader, not a good socialite.

Likes & Dislikes

Loves praise and researching. Hates small talk and people wasting his time.

Virtues & Personality perks

Patient, temperate, chaste, listens to others well.

Vices & Personality flaws

Proud, greedy, can get hung up on unimportant details.

Personality Quirks

Shakes knee/leg when stressed, starts tapping one finger when bored.

Hygiene

Normally keeps himself clean, prefers to do it himself. Is prone to spending long time not cleaning due to focusing on other things.

Social

Family Ties

Wilhelm Von Holzen (Father)

Maria Von Holzen (Mother)

Eric Von Holzen (Younger Brother)

Religious Views

Extremely devout follower of Arterium and it's word. Especially Quill from his scholarly, academic background and works.

Social Aptitude

Well spoken but reserved and quiet. Slight ego but mostly well mannered.

Mannerisms

Speaks well but typically is quick and of few words, small amount of gestures. Ultimately refined but not a great conversationalist.

Speech

Uses "frankly" and "I mean" often in his speech, typically quiet, low pitch with a heavy Dithmarian accent.

Wealth & Financial state

Has a lot of wealth as Emperor, however the realm has started to become indebted to fun the War of Arterium and make up for disruptions to tax income from Northern Dithmarburg. This makes the wealth Otto has been slowly picked away over the course of the war.
Otto Von Holzen 1721
Alignment
Lawful Neutral
Honorary & Occupational Titles
His Royal Highness, Otto of the royal bloodline of House Von Holzen.
Currently Held Titles
Year of Birth
1697 ME 38 Years old
Birthplace
Stienburg, Brehen
Children
Current Residence
Palace of the Heavens, Wien
Gender
Male
Eyes
Green, low eyelids
Hair
Medium length, straight black hair
Height
1.6m/5.2ft
Weight
51.2kg
Quotes & Catchphrases
"If the heathens want war... war they will get, and I will personally send them to the hells."
Aligned Organization
Known Languages
Dithmarian (Common), Avignch, Prussenian.

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Character Portrait image: by Franz Krüger

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