Basil I

Imperator Caesar Basil I Basileus (a.k.a. the Macedonian)

Basil I was born to simple peasant parents in Macedonia. After a tumultuous early life, he eventually entered the services of relatives of the imperial house.
With time he became a friend and confidant of Emperor Michael. Using his position to advance his interests, he soon became co-emperor and eventually murdered Michael, becoming sole emperor.
He has developed a reputation for efficiency and dedication to the empire. He has restored good relations with the Pope and strengthened the eastern frontier, despite hard fought wars with Paulicans and Arabs.
He possesses a nail of the True Cross.

Ethnicity

Greek

Honorary & Occupational Titles

Basil, in Christ, Emperor and Autocrat of the Romans. Dominus Autokrator.

Year of Birth

811 AD 56 Years old

Current Residence

Constantinople