Lucas Henigburd

## Lord Lucas Henigburd

### Parents

Tiberius Henigburd (deceased 1091), Miranda Henigburd (née Hawkins, deceased 1099)

## Allegiance

### Title

Lord Lucas of House Henigburd, CFO of the T&K Co

### Occupation

Lord of House Henigburd (1114-present, 13 years), CFO of the T&K Co (1121-present, 6 years)

**Lord Lucas Henigburd** is the current Lord of House Henigburd, and the CFO of the T&K Co. He rose to prominence after the assassination of his elder brother, Prince Brad Henigburd. A shrewd businessman and a dedicated family man, Lord Lucas has navigated complex relations with the T&K Co to secure his family's legacy and his position within the corporation, eventually ascending to the rank of CFO by 1121 AV. This noble figure encapsulates the delicate balancing act between corporate ambition and hereditary responsibility in contemporary Venthalian society.

## Early Life and Education

Lucas Henigburd was born in 1070 AV, during the reign of Georgos II, as the second son to Lord Tiberius and Miranda Henigburd (née Hawkins) of Ousurferia. Within the fortified walls of Henigburd Manor, young Lucas was raised in an atmosphere of nobility and commerce. While his older brother Brad excelled in martial disciplines, Lucas was drawn to the quieter world of books and numbers. His private chambers were stocked with literature on economics, philosophy, and governance, curated by his father, who quickly recognized Lucas's natural aptitude for scholarship. Despite the absence of formal educators, Lucas benefited from private tutors brought to Henigburd Manor. These tutors specialized in a wide range of disciplines including economics, political theory, and Venthalia's convoluted legal frameworks. In particular, a lawyer by the name of Serlin Hargroves played a pivotal role in his understanding of property law and maritime commerce contracts, skills which would later serve him well both in the boardrooms of T&K Co.

## Marriage and Family

In 1095 AV, Lucas Henigburd united in matrimony with Corra Ghem, the daughter of Lord Allison of House Ghem. The ceremony was an ostentatious affair, with the two houses demonstrating their wealth and influence through lavish decorations, a sumptuous feast, and live orchestral performances. The wedding not only served to join two prominent families but also carried political overtones; it strengthened the alliance between House Henigburd and House Ghem, which had mutual business interests that spanned multiple industries including shipping, textiles, and trade with foreign entities.

The union was fruitful, leading to the birth of two sons—Zayn in 1096 AV and Barpholomew in 1098 AV. Zayn, displaying a fervor for maritime affairs and commerce much like his father, would go on to become a prominent captain in the T&K Co Company Fleet. Barpholomew, on the other hand, showed an innate proclivity for the arcane arts. Encouraged by both his parents, and his aunt, Prof Astor Ghem, he took up formal sorcery education at the Goldsea Institute. It is said that Lucas, though not a man of magical talents himself, ardently supported his younger son's academic ambitions, displaying an open-minded approach to the varied interests and aptitudes within his family. Lucas's devotion to his family was tested following the tragic assassination of his elder brother, Prince Brad. With the lordship of House Henigburd suddenly thrust upon him, Lucas found himself juggling the dual responsibilities of governance and corporate maneuvering. Nevertheless, his wife and sons have been steadfast in their support, allowing Lucas to navigate the intricate and often perilous terrains of Venthalian politics and commerce without losing sight of his familial duties.

## Ascension to Lordship and Business Acumen

The untimely assassination of Prince Brad in 1114 AV thrust the lordship of House Henigburd onto Lucas. During this tumultuous period, Lucas displayed commendable poise and acumen, particularly concerning his pivotal decision to strike a deal with T&K Co. The conglomerate had long sought to acquire the considerable merchant fleet and businesses of House Henigburd based in Ousurferia. Lucas, in stark contrast to his father and elder brother who had stubbornly resisted any such acquisitions, accepted the offer. The condition, however, was a high-ranking position within the company. Lord Josor Esbrandt initially offered him a seat on the board of directors, but Lucas's financial expertise and strategic vision soon led to his promotion as CFO by 1121 AV. Simultaneously, Lucas engaged in the intricate world of Venthalian politics. Though primarily committed to the prosperity of House Henigburd, he also acted as a liaison between the monarchy and T&K Co. His brother's marriage to Queen Leonora II, prior to the assassination, had already set a precedent for a close working relationship between the royal family and House Henigburd. Lucas, pragmatic as ever, maintained this relationship but introduced a newfound focus on economic policies and trade relations. This delicate balancing act lent credence to his rising influence not just within the Kingdom of Althea, but across Venthalia as a whole. Through his multifaceted roles, Lucas has built a lasting legacy that intersects the domains of nobility, business, and politics. His success as CFO has contributed to T&K Co's continued dominance in the global trade scenario, while his governance has steered House Henigburd through a series of complex challenges with aplomb. Though the full scope of his impact may only be assessed by future historians, Lord Lucas Henigburd has already carved out a significant and indelible place in the annals of Venthalian history.