Ferhad Lovsson I

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## Biography

Ferhad ''The Great'' Lovsson is an esteemed Avrotharian nobleman who has established the influential House of Lovssons and founded the Kingdom of Otharia. Additionally, he holds the esteemed position of Earl Protector (Kings hand) within the Kingdom of Avrenheim. Regrettably, he has been accused of instigating the Kavo-Otharian Conflict, rendering him one of the most despised individuals on the continent of Avalor. He has earned the moniker ''The Great'' because of expanding the Lovsson dynasty to control a third of Avalor.

## Early Life

Ferhad was born and raised in the region of Taalbad, located within the Kingdom of Listria. Being a relative of Kameroni, the Duke of Taalbad, he acquired expertise in both construction and combat. His father, Viserion, belonged to the bourgeoisie class and had connections to the Taavinruk Clan of Taalbad. However, Viserion did not bear the patronym "Lovsson" nor any other patronym. On the other hand, his mother, Euphemia, was primarily involved in trade and also had ties to the Taavinruk Clan, although her origins remain unknown. Ferhad had limited interaction with his parents and instead focused on honing the skills required of the Duke of Taalbad. Tragically, his parents passed away before he reached adolescence, leaving Ferhad without a throne to inherit. He had a half-brother named Kiverys, who disappeared one day and ended up living among the wildlings. Following the establishment of the Kingdom of Otharia, a priestess, who had been condemned as a witch, revealed to Ferhad that Kiverys was his brother. Consequently, Kiverys was appointed to the kingsguard and became the rightful heir to the Otharian throne.

Upon reaching adolescence and attaining maturity, he commenced engaging in acts of thievery within the vicinity of Taalbad. Subsequently, the Duke and the remaining inhabitants became aware of his transgressions, leading to their decision to banish him from Listria. Consequently, he found himself residing on an island inhabited by wildlings, situated in close proximity to Listria, where he resolved to establish his own realm alongside these wildlings, henceforth referred to as the Kingdom of Otharia. Swiftly, he was chosen as the inaugural monarch owing to his adeptness in various trades, thereby earning the respect of the wildlings.

## Kingdom of Otharia

During his reign, the entire nation of Otharia experienced a period of tranquility. The construction of forts and the expansion of industries were underway, and the Otharian people were living harmoniously. However, this state of peace was disrupted when Ferhad made the decision to establish a religion known as "Dinalhaqiya," one of the first monotheistic practices in Avalor. As an emissary, he successfully spread this religion to the State of Kavisay, where high-ranking officials such as Supfa, AliXX, BritishPigeon, and StupendousLad decided to convert. This conversion greatly angered the Governor of Sania, Stia, as it deviated from the original Kavisarian religion. The people of Otharia, believing that BritishPigeon, a member of the Kavisarian National Assembly, sought to incite a religious rebellion against his own nation, reached out to Ferhad Lovsson, falsely implicating him as the main conspirator. Conversely, the people of Kavisay viewed Ferhad as a radical individual who aimed to dismantle their nation by utilizing this religion as a weapon. These events led to a significant crisis between the two nations, resulting in Otharia facing international condemnation. One afternoon in Revhol, the capital of Otharia, a group of bandits disguised as merchants approached the gates. Ferhad, unaware of their true intentions, welcomed them warmly and came into close proximity with them. In a critical moment, one of the bandits brandished a dagger made of Kavisarian steel, bearing the inscription "Kava to Kavisay." Ferhad narrowly escaped being stabbed thanks to the intervention of his kingsguard, who tackled the assassin. The remaining members of the kingsguard swiftly executed the bandits on the spot. The name of this loyal kingsguard was Kiverys, who also happened to be Ferhad's illegitimate brother (known as Kiwigames01). Kiverys was subsequently appointed as the Kings Hand of Otharia. Later on, the first Patriarch of Polis, Pocket, successfully mediated between the two sides, ensuring peace was maintained. This diplomatic resolution became known as the "Treaty of Polis."

## Cotharos of Valeria

At the fortnight after the 'Treaty of Polis', Ferhad managed to devise a Mercenary group called the ''Tharos Mercenary Company''. It had around 3 members, and ultimately, Johan Vasa, the leader of the Cohia Mercenary Company, reached out to Ferhad about a possible unification of the 2 groups. Ferhad promptly agreed and their mercenary company was labeled ''Cotharos of Valeria''. The group currently has around 10 exceedingly experienced knights. Ferhad and Johan Vasa established a diarchical system in the group, where both of them would lead it at the same time.

## Kingdom of Avrenheim

Following the significant northward expansion of the Kingdom of Otharia, Ferhad, accompanied by his army and the migrating Otharians, proceeded directly east of the city of Avrod to the hemisphere of the frigid northern lands, where they established a settlement named 'Zimosthar'. They formed a unified kingdom with the city-state of Avrod, which is now recognized as the Kingdom of Avrenheim. Elias C. Vanhurst I was elected as the inaugural King of Avrenheim, with Ferhad assuming the role of the King's chief advisor. Zimosthar experienced remarkable development, emerging as a premier tourist destination in the north and a suitable replacement for the city of Avrod as the capital of Avrenheim.

### Love life

Following the establishment of Zimosthar, Ferhad entered into matrimony with a woman named 'Aleya' in a clandestine ceremony held within the subterranean confines of the Ordellic temple of Avrod. Aleya bore him five offspring: Mathyas (the eldest), Jaqerys, Viserys, Aenar, and Rhaneris. Tragically, Aleya succumbed to the perils of childbirth while delivering Rhaneris, the youngest and sole daughter. Her remains are interred within the Ratger castle, located in Zimosthar. Subsequently, Aenar, Ferhad's son, also met an untimely demise due to unknown causes, potentially an ailment that eluded contemporary medical treatment. He was laid to rest in close proximity to the Ratger castle. Ferhad found himself bereft, left with solely two sons and his daughter, namely Jaqerys, Viserys, and Rhaneris. Rhaneris, upon reaching adolescence, adopted the surname 'Vanhurst' upon her union with Maximilian Vanhurst, the offspring of Elias C. Vanhurst.

## Military experience

Ferhad never possessed a renowned reputation as a skilled knight, despite his deep admiration for the mythical tales and legends of Avalor, as well as the guidance he received from the esteemed Duke of Taalbad, Kameroni, who imparted upon him valuable knowledge in the realms of generalship and strategy. His prowess in combat has been honed through the relentless extermination of goblins and training from various knights across Avalor. His exceptional abilities were unequivocally demonstrated during the Battle of Avrod, wherein he successfully vanquished the formidable Orc king Shakor.

### Wars

Invasion of Centonia, Takeover of Seligard

## Assessment and legacy

During LSC Year 4 Month 5 Week 2, Ferhad assumed command in his inaugural engagement at the Avrod battle, where he successfully safeguarded King Elias himself from the perilous threat of the cursed dragon. Leading the Zimosthar army branch, a subdivision of the Avrotharian forces, Ferhad strategically intervened at the eleventh hour, swiftly outmaneuvering and decimating the assaulting goblin army. Notably, he even killed an orc giant amidst the chaos of the assault. This pivotal clash marked Ferhad's maiden foray into warfare, culminating in a resounding triumph for Avrenheim. Subsequently, in the midst of LSC Year 4, Ferhad dutifully served as a member of the kingsguard, ensuring the safety of Elias I during the Siege of Trelendor. On LSC Year 4 Month 10 Week 1, Ferhad assumed leadership of the Avrotharian army in their confrontation against the division during the Invasion of Centonia. The Avrotharian army aligned themselves with the Pan-Avalorian League of Sentinels, a formidable coalition formed with the purpose of dismantling the division. Regrettably, this battle resulted in a significant defeat for the PALS faction, marking Ferhad's inaugural experience of defeat. Despite sustaining fatal injuries by being thrown to the wall by an Orc giant and being bit by a werewolf, Ferhad received successful medical treatment from physicians hailing from Polis. On LSC Year 5 month 1 week 1, Ferhad received a diagnosis of leprosy. Numerous physicians from various regions of Avalor have rallied to provide him with assistance, and he is currently undergoing treatment. Additionally, he has chosen to don a golden mask to conceal the leprosy-afflicted areas on his face. Ferhad successfully expanded the Lovsson dynasty across the globe, from the frigid northern territories of Zimosthar to the sacred breadist lands of Seligard, and even to the formidable colonies of Legio Kyros, extending all the way to the western Heart Lands of Liberum. The House of Lovssons holds a prominent position as one of the most influential, well-equipped, and formidable dynasties in the realm of Avalor.

## Death

On Year 5 Month 6 Week 2 LSC, Ferhad died of Leprosy. A week before his death, he renounced all his titles to Mathyas Lovsson, his eldest son, due to Lovsson traditions. He is buried in Polis, beneath his own catacombs chamber.