Stephanus of Livossa

“Against attackers, your surest defense is cold iron. Against defenders, often the best tactic is to sheathe your weapon and refuse the game. Reserve contempt for those who have truly earned it, but see the contempt you permit yourself to feel not as a weapon, but as armour against their assaults."
-Stephanus of Livossa
== History ==
The lord of the central province and right hand of the emperor rules the most unified territory, and is firmly loyal to the empire. He commands the nation’s standing army, and acts as a first amongst equals amongst the Dukes. His coat of arms is a rose and an arrow with radial symmetry.
== Personality ==
Ponderous and cantankerous, Duke Stephanus rubs many people the wrong way. He is used to being obeyed, and places family loyalty above all else. Often thought of as somewhat dull, he possesses a powerful mind, and keeps his own counsel. He does not typically like to share his plans or coordinate with his allies, preferring to act unilaterally, so that no one has the sense that they can influence him. 
== War of the Philosopher-Kings ==
Duke Stephanusus is murdered by Prince Ramander during Khamsa's coup, preventing him from preserving the old order. Category:Alba Coralis
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