King Timmothy I

### Other Family

King Ardem IV (grandfather, deceased 885), Princess Loria Kirt (née Harrison, grandmother, deceased 922)

## Allegiance

### Title

King Timmothy I of House Kirt, 21st Monarch of the Kingdom of Althea

### Occupation

King of the Kingdom of Althea (929-949, 20 years)

**Timmothy I** was the ruler of the Kingdom of Althea from his coronation in 929 AV until his death in 949 AV. His reign marked the end of the Golden Age of Piracy and the Years of Fracture, bringing about a period of harsh rule that earned him a reputation as a cruel tyrant. Despite his controversial legacy, Timmothy I's actions had a profound impact on the Kingdom of Althea and the continent of Venthalia as a whole.

## Early and Personal Life

Born Prince Timmothy Ardem Kirt in 904 AV, during the reign of his father, King Harmen II, the prince was raised in the bustling harbor metropolis of Althea Prone. His upbringing in the royal court exposed him to the intricacies of governance and diplomacy from a young age, shaping his future as a ruler.

in 926 AV, King Timmothy I was married to Aria Henigburd, a noblewoman known for her grace and intelligence. Their marriage was a significant event in the royal court, uniting two influential Venthalian families. Despite the political nature of their union, King Timmothy I and Aria shared a deep bond, navigating the complexities of royal life together. In 928 AV, their son Prince Timmothy Kyle Kirt was born. The birth of the young prince was celebrated with great fanfare across the Kingdom. The people saw in the young prince a beacon of hope and continuity for the Kirt Dynasty. Raised in the royal court, Prince Timmothy Kyle Kirt was exposed to the intricacies of governance and the nuances of diplomacy from a young age. His education was overseen by the finest tutors in the Kingdom, who instilled in him the values of justice, wisdom, and leadership that were expected of a future king.

## Reign and Policies

Upon the death of his father in 929 AV, Timmothy ascended to the throne, becoming King Timmothy I. His coronation marked the end of the Golden Age of Piracy, a period of heightened pirate activity along the western coast of Venthalia. King Timmothy I's ascension also marked the end of the Years of Fracture, a period of instability and internal strife within the Kingdom of Althea. His reign brought about a new era of harsh rule, characterized by his stern stance against piracy. This stance, often perceived as cruel, earned him a reputation as a tyrant among his subjects. Timmothy I's reign was marked by a relentless crackdown on piracy, which had flourished during his father's rule. His policies aimed to restore order and stability within the Kingdom, often at the expense of personal freedoms. His harsh stance against piracy led to a significant decrease in pirate activity along the western coast of Venthalia, effectively ending the Golden Age of Piracy. Despite the controversial nature of his rule, King Timmothy I's reign brought about a period of relative stability within the Kingdom of Althea. His policies, while harsh, were effective in curbing piracy and restoring order within the Kingdom.

## Death and Legacy

King Timmothy I died in 949 AV from cancer. His death marked the end of his reign and the beginning of the rule of his son, King Timmothy II. Despite his reputation as a tyrant, King Timmothy I's reign had a profound impact.