King Kismet

King Kismet was an influential part of the Founding Family history; but was lost in memory over time

## Kismet

* Current Costume
* Founding Costume

## Slavery

**Erhan Kismet** was born in a slave labour camp outside Al-Iskana, the capital city of Qalal. His father was killed by the vicious keepers of the camp; in retaliation for his father preparing an uprising. During a visit to the camps, the royal family of Qalal were interrupted by Erhan; who feigned a fall into their path to gain their attention. Although young, Erhan had concealed a dagger - hoping to land a killing blow against the King himself. When the time arrived, Erhan was picked up his mother, Cynthia - putting her into the sight of the King. The two seemed to fall in love immediately; and soon Erhan and his mother were elevated into the royal palaces of Al-Iskana.

## Royalty

Here, Cynthia acted as a consort to the King. Although he was married, the traditions of the Qalal meant she was welcomed into the royal court. Erhan began to chafe against the luxury of the palace; but soon became enamoured by the scientific labs housed inside the city - a passion he didn’t know he had as a slave.

As time passed, so did the King’s interest in Cynthia. Terrified of losing his new life, Erhan manipulated the situation so that the King offered to take Cynthia as his new wife. Through tragic circumstances, the Queen (and various other consorts) lost their lives - something which Erhan refused to take credit for. The King & Cynthia were married, making Erhan an official Prince of Qalal.

Tragedy soon struck again, as the King uncovered the rebellious history of Cynthia’s first husband. Believing her to be a traitor; she was thrown from the top of the highest tower of the palace. The King then ordered Erhan to be murdered also; removing their stained bloodline from his royal lineage. Before the royal guards could catch him, Erhan had already manoeuvred himself towards the King - and choked him to death in retaliation.

Erhan had now become the King of Qalal - styling himself as King Kismet in honour of his parents.

## Founding

Under the young King Kismet; Qalal began a rapid modernisation programme. Slavery was abolished & science became a major focus for the county. Although staying removed from the wider global stage; the country developed a reputation for being an advanced technology haven. These advancements drew the attention of two mysterious strangers.

Kronos & Gaia took up residency in Qalal. Here they caught the attention of the young **King Kismet**. Enamoured by their mysterious powers - Kismet offered them a place in his court.

Over time the couple and the king became friends; seeing him grow from a young ruler to an experienced monarch. Throughout their time together, Kismet would experiment with technology in order to ‘match’ his seemingly immortal friends.

The king would grow jealous of their innate abilities; and the friendship broke apart. Sensing the dissolvement of their friendship (and discovering that Gaia was pregnant), Kronos & Gaia decided to move on from the country. The king offered one parting gift; the Verity Projector, an opportunity to build a new life somewhere.

## Alone

Heartbroken by the loss of his truest friends; King Kismet began to lament his focus on matching their otherworldly abilities rather than building his own family. He began to insert himself into the fictional world of the Verity Projector; trying to reassert himself as the friendly uncle of his friends children.

This lack of focus on his own people eventually led to cracks in the country; with growing distrust in the King. Now older and more disillusioned; King Kismet acted with more authority - cracking down on crime & disorder like never before.

Eventually the Founding Family were put in danger by the arrival of Empyrean; a reality destructive force from space. Taking his last chance to become equal to his adoptive family; Kismet manufactures a way to absorb some of Empyrean’s power. Kismet is horribly disfigured during the incident; burning most of his body - but also imbuing him with some of Empyrean’s immortal flame. He retreats to Qalal; realising that quest for immortality & belonging has reached a peak - and decides to focus his energy on his country.