King Anthony of Album

King Anthony V, formally known as Anthony Julius Remiere V of Album, or simpy King Anthony is a supporting character in The Archaia Chronicles. He is the righteous and valiant king of Album.

King Anthony is a fair and powerful king, putting the needs and safety of his subjects at the forefront of his sovereignty. He works closely with his council of advisors to ensure Album's harmony. Though Anthony is a peaceful king opposed to war, he will not hesitate to fight zealously if it means protecting his kingdom. He is not one to turn away from vanquishing evil.

Background
Anthony is the eldest son of King Anthony IV of Album. During his childhood, the young prince lived a lavish and pampered lifestyle, only receiving the best of everything. His tutors educated him with a rich variety of studies, and he was given instruction in the arts of combat. As Anthony grew up, he favored domestic peace and unity rather than the prominent desire to imperialize. This would later prove the future king's ability to lead Album into a new age of harmony.

Anthony also grew up in the chaos of the Albumi-Namaean war. In fact when he was only 25, he and his three younger brothers willingly served in the 1st Batallion under the crown of their father. During their service, Anthony and his brothers symbolized the might of the Album guard, fighting valiantly against the Naemaean radicals. Fort after fort, and battle after battle, the brothers led their troops into the war with Anthony at the helm, charging forward with an unprecedented heroism.

Perhaps Anthony's greatest tale of valor came from the Battle of the Deadlands, where he and the 1st Batallion came under heavy fire from an ambush set by the radicals. More than half of his troops were killed. To evacuate the remaining soldiers, Anthony and his remaining brothers split from the main squadron and charged headfirst into enemy lines, carving a path to allow the Guard to escape. They were successful but with heavy cost. Anthony's brother sacrificed their lives while he was captured by the radicals.

For 15 months, Anthony had to survive as a war prisoner. Death was all around him as one-by-one his comrades succumbed to the excruciating conditions. But Anthony was not to be defeated. By grace, he was able to escape back to Album during an uprising. With a burning desire to avenge his fallen soldiers–and his ill-fated brothers–the future king reclaimed his rightful place, and led the charge that eradicated the Naemaean radicals.

For years after, the story of Anthony V would immortalize him as a glorious hero. Upon inheriting the throne following his father's passing, the new king brought forth the glory days of Album—with subjects who trust him and his gallant sovereignty.