Prince Tyson

### Relatives

Emperor Farsci (Father)Empress Fa Dermin (Mother)General Dygon Dermin (Grandfather)Emperor Wedako (Grandfather)Empress Ada Wann (Grandmother)Emperor Wampus (Brother)Emperor Wedin (Brother)Prince Aoli (Brother)Prince Luhan (Brother)Prince Josya (Brother)

### Affiliation

The Sapphires The Easterlings The Grand Army of the Empire The Imperial Wann Dynasty

## Physical description

### Height

1.89

Prince Tyson was a Prince of the Imperial Wann Dynasty and General of the Grand Imperial Army who staked his claim on the Imperial Throne as the Malakite King, one of The Seven Crystal Kings anointed by his father, Emperor Farsci. Prince Tyson was renowned for his fighting prowess as an archer and horseman, a fact which coupled with his immense build and strength, made him an intimidating figure and a formidable foe. Prince Tyson wielded a war hammer called The Black Death, and a long sword called Malice. The Prince Tyson was known as The Black Prince due to his reputed bad temper and penchant for violence, often giving in to his anger. It was estimated that the Prince had personally executed 700 people in his lifetime and had committed numerous other unsanctioned murders, some of which were covered up. Though the extent to which this is true is disputed. Prince Tyson joined the Grand Imperial Army at a young age and rose rapidly to become the youngest General at 23 and the youngest General of the Vanguard at age 25. He later served as Grand Commander of the Cavalry under his father, Emperor Farsci and his brother, Emperor Wampus.

In 395 AL, Emperor Farsci hosted a coronation at the Imperial Palace and crowned his children as Crystal Kings and Queens. Prince Tyson was named the Malakite King. Farsci's refusal to formally name an heir created a constitutional crisis as the political ambiguity surrounding the Crystal Kings' Coronation undermined his firstborn's legitimacy as Emperor. Some took their coronation to be recognition of their political right to rule and staked their claims, which coupled with Emperor Wampus' unpopularity amongst the Great Lords, led to the War of the Seven Crystal Kings at the turn of 400th Century AL. Rumours started that the Emperor had little faith in Wampus as ruler and had crowned the crystal kings as a way of indicating his real feelings regarding who was the Emperor. Further, they felt that it was an indication of the late Emperor's desire for the princes to compete on equal grounds, regardless of their age, and thereby determine the rightful ruler. The Prince Tyson had suggested that the princes should engage in a trial of combat to determine the rightful ruler, a suggestion which was swiftly shut down by the chancellor, Lord Tyber Hun.

The Malakite crystal, in Krendeshi lore, represents physical strength, which Tyson felt was recognition as his status as the most powerful prince. When the Sapphire King, Prince Josya declared his candidacy, Tyson would himself be motivated to stake his claim. Tyson left the capital in a hurry following the declaration, with his mother, Empress Fa Dermin, where he met his grandfather General Dygon Dermin, the recently dismissed Grand Preceptor, at the seat of House Dermin, The Deep Den. There he lobbied and garnered the support of the Great Houses: Mito, Hafa, Dunn and Muno. Tyson's military connections and reputation won him considerable support amongst the martial houses, especially against the Emperor who sought to reduce the military strength of the lords. His chief supporter was Lord Jorun Hafa who was his father in law by his wife, Princess Jura Hafa.

During the war, Tyson killed his brother Prince Mori.

Eventually, due to losses suffered and the growing strength of Emperor Wedin, Prince Tyson was convinced by his men to surrender. He arrived at court but was informed that due to the extent of his rebellion and the deaths his caused, the Emperor could not allow him to live. On the condition of his death, the Emperor would spare the lives of those who followed him. The Prince Tyson killed himself before the gates of Yongei City.