Harold Shrub

Harold Shrub on Election Night (5 AF)

> *"With regards to my economic policy, look at the horrors of the USSE! To my policy, there is simply no alternative!" - Harold Shrub*
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## Harold Shrub

Harold Shrub (born 56 BF) is a centre-right populist politician current serving as President of Lakkos since (5 AF), the first of the Lakkosian Republic. He is also leader of the Lakkos First party, and promotes a strong judiciary and military, widespread democracy, the establishment of a hereditary constitutional consul ship, and federal prosecution of the Mob and its associates. Previously he served on the district council of Oldtown during Zwęglony's consulship.

## Early Life & Entry Into Politics

Harold Shrub was born on June 15, 56 BF, in a modest household in the Courtyard District. He grew up in a working-class family of which toiled in THE PIT, and his upbringing instilled in him a strong sense of community and a desire to improve the lives of ordinary citizens. Shrub graduated from Leviathan University with a degree in economics and psychology, and initially pursued a career in finance.

Harold Shrub's foray into politics began in the early 30 BF, when he joined a grassroots movement advocating for improved public services and infrastructure in Lakkos. His charisma and ability to connect with people quickly earned him a loyal following. Recognizing his leadership potential, he was encouraged to run for district council in Courtyard, a decision that marked the beginning of his political career.

## Rise to Prominence

Shrub's rise to prominence was meteoric. In the municipal elections of 10 BF, Lakkos First made significant gains, securing a substantial number of district seats. Shrub's leadership and the party's commitment to transparency and accountability appealed to voters tired of political corruption and gridlock. His administration wasted no time implementing bold policies focusing on job creation, improved education, and revitalizing the city's infrastructure.

## The Peaceful Revolution

Harold Shrub would arrive at the forefront of the Peaceful Revolution of 5 AF, orating before the masses and creating the "people's parliament, which would evolve into the Parliament of Lakkos. **Harold Shrub** would be elected through a general election in 5 AF. He would establish parliament as the official legislature and ensure the preservation of the consulship in a ceremonial and cultural role. As of 5 AF, the Parliament consists of four parties; Lakkos First, Champions of Zweglony, United Worker's Assembly, and the FLU party.

## The Megasthenes Expedition

In August of 5 AF, Harold Shrub issued an announcement to crowds in the Courtyard stating:

***"Citizenry, it is today that in honour of the Republic's founding, in honour of the health and spirits of Zweglony, and in honour of our beloved pit, I have assembled a team of adventurers to take pilgrimage to the ancient pit. From there, artifacts will be gathered both for the Royal Palace and the soon-to-be national museum! The expedition shall be led under Megasthenes assisted by two local chefs -- Han Cover and Jorge Cutler -- and a party of 25 guardsmen, alongside locals who may be rallied to this great mission..."***

The Shrub administration would later release details on the successes of the expedition two months later, including all artifacts retrieved from the old UCR, still in ruins following the Exodus:

* Doug Pitman's Lexicon
* Nuggets of Audal
* Map to the Ancient Tombs of Senator Grossman, Senator D8910, and Senator Chartzy
* Ancient Head of Senator Grossman
* UCR Brew
* Elixir of Vitality - Ancient Pit
* Numerous others
* **32 Ancient Pit Deepslate, some of the first blocks ever to exist on Rathnir**

## Controversies & Criticism

Golfing (coming soon)

Corruption (allegedly coming soon)