Athena Montelupo

Athena Montelupo in 2234

### Occupation

Head Ambassador under presidents Torres and Bilal (2218-2226)President of the U.N.E (2226-2252)

## Physical description

### Gender

Female

**Athena Montelupo** was the third President of the United Nations of Earth in the Galactic Age, serving from 2226 to her death in 2252. She was elected in a snap election and succeeded acting president Kiet Pisit-na, who was in power following the arrest and removal of Yusuf Bilal from office. Prior to serving as president, she served as Head Ambassador of the UNE from 2218 to 2226 under presidents Solomon Torres and Yusuf Bilal. She won-re-election in the elections of 2236, amidst rumors of possible first contact with a sentient, advanced species with them in the Galaxy. She passed away in office before the scheduled 2252 election at the age of 90.

## Early Life

Athena is the Matriarch of the Montelupo Family, a family which can trace it's lineage to minor landholders in the North of Italy. The Family was a influential part of regional politics, having risen to power through a notable ancestor who started one of the first banks of its kind out of Florence, Italy. At least 2 of her ancestors died in the third world war, fighting against the communist threat of the 532nd Internationale for the Kingdom of Italy.

She was born to Cronus Montelupo, who was Head of the Family until his death from old age in 2212. She attended Prestigious Universities in Augusta, Maine and Sassari, Italy, earning a Doctorate in Sciences, Following her academics, she transitioned into supporting her families principal business, Olympus Industries, a mining conglomerate primarily owned by the Montelupo Dynasty- who hold a 60% share through the Families Holding Company, "Luminara Holdings". She assumed the position as Head of the Research and Development Department, a position she held until she took command of the NMS Archimedes when it was commissioned in May 2200, which she would continue to command until her election to the Presidency in 2226.

## Discoveries

While in Command of the NMS Archimedes, Athena Montelupo made several major discoveries for Humanity. She discovered Hades, also known as the "Hell World" due to the giant, 20 foot wide arachnids known for their aggressiveness on the surface. She claims to have left the ship and seen them, but later investigation indicates no one onboard the Archimedes actually left the vessel.

She made first contact with the Hothezians, a sentient but primitive race in the TA-106 System, bordering Sol itself. They were found on the planet TA-106 II on June 13th, 2203. The only other scientist in the first generation of explorers to discover more worlds than Athena was Jaoquin Martinez.

## First Government

Minister of Defense: Kiet-Pisit-na

Minister of State: Solomon Torres

Due to the lack of any good candidates, largely from the amount of officials involved in the corruption scandal, Solomon Torres was appointed Minister of State by President Montelupo.

Head of Research: Joaquin Martinez

Head Ambassador: Hyun-Ok-Noh

## Death

On July 23rd 2252 the Office of the President announced the unfortunate death of Athena Montelupo at the age of 90 within her bedroom in the Presidential Palace at UNE City. She had a diagnosis from a terminal illness and passed away 2 months later, during the 2252 elections. Her daughter, Selene Montelupo in an interview about her mother's death had this to say:

**"My mother dedicated her life to serving the people of the United Nations of Earth, and her impact will be felt for generations to come. She was not just a leader; she was a visionary who believed in unity, progress, and the betterment of humanity. Her leadership was marked by a commitment to diplomacy, innovation, and social justice. She faced challenges with resilience and grace, always putting the well-being of our citizens first. It is both a somber and historic moment for our nation. While we mourn her departure, we must also honor her memory by carrying forward the values she stood for. Let us come together as a nation to celebrate my mother's life and continue the work she started. In the spirit of her legacy, let us strive for a future that reflects the ideals of compassion, cooperation, and progress that she held dear. In the upcoming elections, I lend my full support to Teresa Torres's campaign. I believe that Teresa shares my mother's vision for a united and prosperous UNE. I am confident that under her leadership, we can build on the foundation laid by Athena Montelupo and continue to advance the values that have defined our nation. My endorsement of Teresa Torres is not just a political decision; it's a commitment to the ideals that my mother championed. I trust Teresa to lead with integrity, dedication, and a genuine concern for the well-being of our citizens. Together, we can forge a path forward that honors Athena's legacy and propels us into a brighter future.'"**

## Notable Achievements

### First Contacts

During her presidency, the U.N.E had first contact with numerous other space-faring empires

Hierarchy of Twazdar

State of Gavaz'Xull

Arcitrex High Sovereignty

Those Who Remember the Dark

Realm of Marl-Shul