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| − | | name = Peter Marik | + | | caption = |
| − | | birthdate = | + | | name = Peter Marik II |
| − | | died = | + | | birthdate = [[2379]]<ref name="HM(TFWL)">''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', Four Pages, "The Captains-General Line of Succession and Partial Marik Family Tree"</ref> |
| − | | othernames = | + | | died = [[2468]]<ref name=HB:HMp19>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 19</ref><ref name="HM(TFWL)"/> |
| + | | othernames = Peter the Great<ref name=HB:HMp19/> | ||
| affiliation = [[House Marik]] | | affiliation = [[House Marik]] | ||
| − | | | + | | rank = [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] |
| − | | parents = [[Peter Marik]] (father) | + | | title = |
| − | | siblings = [[Terrence Marik (25th c.)|Terrence Marik]] | + | | position = [[Speaker of the Parliament (Free Worlds League)|Speaker of the Parliament]]<ref name=HB:HMp19/> |
| + | | profession = Noble | ||
| + | | parents = [[Peter Marik (24th c.)|Peter Marik I]] (father) | ||
| + | | siblings = [[Bruce Marik]]<br/>[[Terrence Marik (25th c.)|Terrence Marik]]<br/>[[Dinah Marik]] | ||
| spouse = | | spouse = | ||
| children = [[George Marik]] | | children = [[George Marik]] | ||
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| − | '''Peter Marik''' | + | '''Peter Marik II''' was the twelfth [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] of the [[Free Worlds League]].<ref name=HHM84>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 84: "Captains-General in History"</ref> |
| − | == | + | ==History== |
| − | Peter Marik came to power following his brother [[Terrence Marik|Terrence's]] retirement. In [[2440]], Terrence called a meeting of [[House Marik]] at the family estate at Dormuth on [[Marik]]. Peter supported Terrence's daughter Micaela, but her poor attitude led many of the Mariks to seek another candidate. Peter's son George spoke on Peter's behalf, a discussion that Micaela verbally escalated until she accused Peter of cowardice. Terrence, heretofore silent, became enraged upon hearing his daughter insult his brother. He ordered the two to duel. The | + | Peter Marik came to power following his brother [[Terrence Marik (25th c.)|Terrence's]] retirement. In [[2440]], Terrence called a meeting of [[House Marik]] at the family estate at Dormuth on [[Marik]]. Peter supported Terrence's daughter Micaela, but her poor attitude led many of the Mariks to seek another candidate. Peter's son George spoke on Peter's behalf, a discussion that Micaela verbally escalated until she accused Peter of cowardice. Terrence, heretofore silent, became enraged upon hearing his daughter insult his brother. He ordered the two to duel. The 62-year-old Peter bested the 39-year-old Micaela, proving his worthiness to become Captain-General.<ref name=HM>''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', p. 16</ref><ref name=HHM18>''Handbook: House Marik'', pp. 18–19: "A Reluctant Hero"</ref> |
Peter served as a Member of Parliament representing the [[Marik Commonwealth]] and, sometimes, as Captain-General. He was elected Speaker of the House in [[2446]], the only person to serve as both Speaker and Captain-General concurrently. Perhaps Peter's greatest legacy came in his role as an MP. The Marik succeeded in getting legislation passed that allowed individuals who lived in systems captured by the League to become citizens. The [[Liberation Act]] of [[2448]] virtually eliminated civilians exoduses off captured worlds, allowing their economies to recover much more quickly.<ref name=HM /><ref name=HHM18 /> | Peter served as a Member of Parliament representing the [[Marik Commonwealth]] and, sometimes, as Captain-General. He was elected Speaker of the House in [[2446]], the only person to serve as both Speaker and Captain-General concurrently. Perhaps Peter's greatest legacy came in his role as an MP. The Marik succeeded in getting legislation passed that allowed individuals who lived in systems captured by the League to become citizens. The [[Liberation Act]] of [[2448]] virtually eliminated civilians exoduses off captured worlds, allowing their economies to recover much more quickly.<ref name=HM /><ref name=HHM18 /> | ||
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===Death and afterward=== | ===Death and afterward=== | ||
Peter died in [[2460]]. The state funeral for him showed off the League's best and newest technologies. His service was one of the most expensive and well-attended.<ref name=HHM18 /><ref>''Handbook: House Marik'' has two different dates for Peter's death. The narrative history states that he died in 2468, but the sidebar on Captain-General states the year of his death as 2460. 2460 is the date given in ''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)''.</ref> | Peter died in [[2460]]. The state funeral for him showed off the League's best and newest technologies. His service was one of the most expensive and well-attended.<ref name=HHM18 /><ref>''Handbook: House Marik'' has two different dates for Peter's death. The narrative history states that he died in 2468, but the sidebar on Captain-General states the year of his death as 2460. 2460 is the date given in ''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)''.</ref> | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Handbook: House Marik]]'' | + | * ''[[Handbook: House Marik]]'' |
| − | *''[[House Marik (The Free Worlds League)]]'' | + | * ''[[House Marik (The Free Worlds League)]]'' |
[[Category:Free Worlds League Characters|Marik, Peter II]] | [[Category:Free Worlds League Characters|Marik, Peter II]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:07, 19 March 2024
- This article is about the 12th Captain-General of the Free Worlds League. For the 9th Captain-General, see Peter Marik (24th c.).
Peter Marik II | |
|---|---|
| Personal | |
| Also known as | Peter the Great[1] |
| Born | 2379[2] |
| Died | 2468[1][2] |
| Affiliation | House Marik |
| Profile | |
| Rank | Captain-General |
| Position(s) | Speaker of the Parliament[1] |
| Profession | Noble |
| Family | |
| Parents | Peter Marik I (father) |
| Siblings | Bruce Marik Terrence Marik Dinah Marik |
| Children | George Marik |
Peter Marik II was the twelfth Captain-General of the Free Worlds League.[3]
History[edit]
Peter Marik came to power following his brother Terrence's retirement. In 2440, Terrence called a meeting of House Marik at the family estate at Dormuth on Marik. Peter supported Terrence's daughter Micaela, but her poor attitude led many of the Mariks to seek another candidate. Peter's son George spoke on Peter's behalf, a discussion that Micaela verbally escalated until she accused Peter of cowardice. Terrence, heretofore silent, became enraged upon hearing his daughter insult his brother. He ordered the two to duel. The 62-year-old Peter bested the 39-year-old Micaela, proving his worthiness to become Captain-General.[4][5]
Peter served as a Member of Parliament representing the Marik Commonwealth and, sometimes, as Captain-General. He was elected Speaker of the House in 2446, the only person to serve as both Speaker and Captain-General concurrently. Perhaps Peter's greatest legacy came in his role as an MP. The Marik succeeded in getting legislation passed that allowed individuals who lived in systems captured by the League to become citizens. The Liberation Act of 2448 virtually eliminated civilians exoduses off captured worlds, allowing their economies to recover much more quickly.[4][5]
Peter's first term as Captain-General was in 2441. He led a counteroffensive against the Lyran Commonwealth that liberated Kamenz and Bolan, though his son was killed on Bolan. During his second term in 2446, he conquered Halfway and Smolnik. He stopped there, content to organize a good defense against Lyran attacks. During his later terms, he campaigned against the Capellan Confederation.[4][5][3]
Peter retired as the head of the Free Worlds League Military in 2452. The League's borders were secure and its economy was strong. Peter continued serving as an MP and Speaker until his death.[5]
Death and afterward[edit]
Peter died in 2460. The state funeral for him showed off the League's best and newest technologies. His service was one of the most expensive and well-attended.[5][6]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Handbook: House Marik, p. 19
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 House Marik (The Free Worlds League), Four Pages, "The Captains-General Line of Succession and Partial Marik Family Tree"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Handbook: House Marik, p. 84: "Captains-General in History"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 House Marik (The Free Worlds League), p. 16
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Handbook: House Marik, pp. 18–19: "A Reluctant Hero"
- ↑ Handbook: House Marik has two different dates for Peter's death. The narrative history states that he died in 2468, but the sidebar on Captain-General states the year of his death as 2460. 2460 is the date given in House Marik (The Free Worlds League).