Sir Halbert Koopa

*"You're going to pay for betraying our sister!"* - The Feeble King (III)

**Sir Halbert Koopa**, nicknamed **Hal** by his family, is the second son of Lord Richard Koopa, the duke of Sherbet Land during the late 15th century, and Lady Tulisa Python, being their third child overall. Halbert debuts in the first part of *Wars of Frozen Flames*, "The Feeble King" and is a major character throughout the episode. Halbert is portrayed as the most sensible, mature and responsible of Lord Richard's kids, with his older brother Robert stating that Halbert is what Richard and Tulisa expected him to be, and is constantly comparing himself negatively to him, implying that he feels inferior to Halbert. Despite how mature he is, Halbert is still a teenager, and thus likes to joke around with his siblings and has a history of using weapons recklessly. He is based on Edmund, Earl of Rutland.

## History

### Backstory

Halbert was born to Lord Richard Koopa and Lady Tulisa Python, being their second son and third child overall. Like his elder brother Robert, Halbert is noted to be skilled on the battlefield, likely indicating that both brothers trained their skills since they were young. Unlike Robert though, Halbert appears to have matured at a younger age, as he is usually assisting his father in political affairs, whereas Robert shows no interest in these.

### The Feeble King

#### Part I

Halbert is first introduced watching the practise sword fight between his elder brother Robert and his younger brother Tobias, accompanied by another of his younger brothers, Rickon, and the Python sisters Lily and Rose. Halbert then mocks his brother Tobias when he is defeated by Robert, and later he alongside Robert has to stop him when he tries to attack Rickon for insulting him. Before a fight can break out, Tulisa calls her kids and the Python sisters, informing them that their father, Lord Richard, has arrived. Halbert and his siblings were waiting for their father to celebrate him becoming King's Claw, only to be informed by Richard that Lord Sigmund Phoenix was chosen over him, much to the dismay of everyone.

A few days later, Richard has a talk with Halbert regarding Robert and his lack in politics and marriage, to which Halbert tells his father that Robert has always been more fit for the battlefield than politics. Richard tells his son that if Robert is going to inherit the dukedom of Sherbet Land, then he must be effective both in and out of the battlefield, otherwise he will be an incapable leader. Halbert then tells his father that perhaps Robert just needs to mature a bit more in order to realize how important politics are. At this moment, Tulisa enters the room with her nephews, Lord Berwick and Sir Torrence Python, who inform Richard that Queen Cynder Von Bohnenrotte has invited them over to the Koopa Castle for a Loveday feast, as she has an important announcement to make. Halbert is enthusiastic about the feast, and states that he wants to bring his crossbow along, but Tulisa refuses to let him due to a previous incident, but Richard ultimately lets him as long as he uses it for self-defense. Halbert and the rest of his family, alongside the Python brothers, Lily and Rose and their forces, meet up with the Bright Valley forces and all march together towards the Koopa Castle for the Loveday feast.

Later during the feast, Lord Richard loses his patience after being mocked by Queen Cynder for no longer being next in line to the throne and threatened with death by Lord Sigmund once again, the lords start pulling their swords on one another, with Robert and Halbert pulling out theirs after Sir Blayne Phoenix pulls his out on Richard. However, before any conflict can begin, Parakary announces the loss of Oho Oasis, and thus King John's position as king of the Bohnenkraut Kingdom, following which John has a mental breakdown and subsequently enters a vegetative state.

#### Part II

Following Lord Richard's deposition of Lord Sigmund Phoenix as both King's Claw and regent, as well as his imprisonment for his corruption and desertion of his troops, Halbert and Robert are assigned with staying behind in Sherbet Land with their mother Tulisa and youngest sister Ursula while their father Richard departs for Bright Valley with Tobias and Rickon. The elder brothers bid farewell to their younger brothers. Rickon says he doesn't want to go to Bright Valley, and Halbert tries to calm him down by saying that by accompanying their father, he and Tobias can learn from his actions as the King's Claw. Before departure, Richard grants Halbert the title of Lord Chancellor of the Frosted Kingdom. In addition, Halbert is tasked with escorting his sister Anna to Lord Gerald Garnet's castle for their upcoming wedding.

A few days later, Halbert and Anna ride their musties to Lord Garnet's castle. Anna is very excited about her upcoming wedding, but Halbert on the other hand is unsure if marrying her off to Garnet is a good idea, as he is known for being unpredictable and violent. Anna tells him to calm down and that everything will be fine. When meeting the siblings, Garnet compliments Anna on her appearance, to which Halbert tells her to treat her well. Garnet gives his word, but Halbert is still unsure and tells his concerns to his brother Robert, who states that their father may have made a mistake marrying Anna off to such a violent man, and that he will not hesitate to attack Garnet if he tries to hurt Anna. The conversation is cut short when Lady Tulisa and Lord Greyford enter the room and ask Halbert to exit, as they need to have a word with Robert.

#### Part III

Halbert is first seen sitting with Berwick's daughters Lily and Rose, communicating with them regarding their departure from the Valley. He is also present when his father arrives at Sherbet Land along with Sir Edrick and surprisingly Lord Thornton. He then appears in the meeting consisting of Lord Richard's supporters along with his elder brother Robert, who he tells him that the attendees are his future vassals.

Halbert visits Robert's room and comforts him regarding Joanna. He then tells him that their parents are only after what's best for Robert, to which he claims that they'll never understand as they only marry for politics so Halbert claims that they'll grow more comfortable with the marriage between Robert and Joanna if they see them truly love each other, adding that there has been scandalous marriage before, being thanked by Robert. Halbert then expresses his hopes that Tobias and Rickon are okay.

##### Battle of Whomp City

In the Battle of Whomp City, he is ordered by his father, along with his brother Robert, to follow Lord Berwick's lead as he takes command of the left flank.

The battle starts and Halbert and Robert follow Berwick's lead. Halbert assists Robert in battle by fending off against Theodrick and blowing freeze breath against him. Later, he and Robert faces off against Lord Gerald Garnet, who sent their sister Anna to captivity, and his half-brothers, being assisted by Herbert, Trenton and Greyford. As Robert successfully puts Garnet on the ground, Halbert calls him saying that Berwick needs them.

## Appearance

Halbert is a teenage dragon Koopa with blue skin, a dark blue head, an ice blue snout, short ice blue hair and yellow eyes. He wears a greyish blue shell with ice blue spiked, and two white cuffs one each arm. Out of all of Sherbet House kids, Halbert is the one who resembles his father the most, though he lacks a beard and has shorter hair.

## Personality

Halbert is the more sensible and responsible of his siblings, essentially acting as his father's right hand when Lord Greyford is not around. He shows a great sense of responsibility towards his family and duties and is stated that Richard and Tulisa are very proud about him as a result. As responsible as he is, Halbert is still a teenager, and thus acts like one, as shown by him joking around with his brothers or showing a reckless use of weaponry when practising.

## Trivia

* Halbert is the only one of Lord Richard Koopa's sons that is not voiced by FreezeFlame22.