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| name                = Anton Marik
| birthdate          = [[2960]]
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| birthdate          = [[2960]]<ref name=HMp47>''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', p. 47</ref><ref name=HM:FWLft>''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', foldout (p. 171 in PDF): "The Captains-General Line of Succession and Partial Marik Family Tree"</ref>
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| died                = April [[3015]]<ref name=HM:FWLft/>
 
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| affiliation        = [[House Marik]]
 
| affiliation        = [[House Marik]]
| profession          = [[Duke of Procyon]]
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| parents            = [[Stephan Marik]] (father)
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| title              = [[Duke of Procyon]]<ref name=HB:HMp>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 45</ref>
| siblings            = [[Janos Marik]]<br/>[[Sylvia Marik]]
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| profession          = Noble
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| parents            = [[Stephan Marik]] (father)<ref name=HM:FWLft/>
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| siblings            = [[Janos Marik|Janos]],<ref name=HM:FWLft/><br/>[[Sylvia Marik|Sylvia]]<ref name=HM:FWLft/>
 
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'''Anton Marik''' was the brother of [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] [[Janos Marik]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], as well as [[Duke of Procyon]]. He orchestrated the [[Marik Civil War (31st c.)|Marik Civil War]].
  
'''Anton Marik''' ([[2960]]<ref>''[[House Marik Sourcebook|House Marik]]'', p. 47</ref> &ndash; [[3015]], aged 56 years) was the brother of [[Captain-General]] [[Janos Marik]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], as well as the Duke of [[Procyon]]. He would orchestrate the [[Marik Civil War (31st c.)|Marik Civil War]].
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==History==
 
 
 
===Early life and career===
 
===Early life and career===
Anton graduated from [[Princefield Military Academy]] in [[2981]] as a [[Lieutenant|First Lieutenant]] and was posted to the [[3rd Marik Militia|Third Marik Militia]]. Fighting on the Capellan Front he won a string a victories.<ref name=HBW12>''Historical: Brush Wars'' p. 12</ref> In [[2989]] at the age of 29 he assumed command of the Third, the youngest commander in the Militia's history<ref name="FSWp47">''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', p. 47</ref> and a position he held for ten years.<ref name="FSWp91">''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', p. 91</ref> He was promoted to the rank of [[General]] by his brother in the year [[2991]]. He was later promoted to commander of the entire [[Capellan Confederation|Capellan]] border in [[3002]].
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Anton graduated from [[Princefield Military Academy]] in [[2981]] as a [[Lieutenant|First Lieutenant]] and was posted to the [[3rd Marik Militia|Third Marik Militia]]. Fighting on the Capellan Front, he won a string a victories.<ref name=HBW12>''Historical: Brush Wars'', p. 12</ref> In [[2989]], at the age of 29, he assumed command of the Third, the youngest commander in the militia's history,<ref name=HMp47 /> a position he held for ten years.<ref name="FSWp91">''House Marik (The Free Worlds League)'', p. 91</ref> He was promoted to the rank of [[general]] by his brother in [[2991]]. He was later promoted to commander of the entire [[Capellan Confederation|Capellan]] border in [[3002]].
  
 
===Prelude to war===
 
===Prelude to war===
Despite being considered a confidant by Janos, the two would clash frequently during the failed Marik offensives of [[3001]] to [[3003]]. Many consider this the seeds of later troubles.  
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Despite being considered a confidant by Janos, the two clashed frequently during the failed Marik offensives of [[3001]] to [[3003]]. Many consider this the root of later troubles.
  
As early as [[3003]], Anton began communicating covertly with [[Chancellor]] [[Maximilian Liao]] of the [[Capellan Confederation]], slowly planning a move against Janos.<ref>''[[House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)]]'', p. 52</ref>  
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As early as [[3003]], Anton began communicating covertly with [[Chancellor]] [[Maximilian Liao]] of the [[Capellan Confederation]], slowly planning a move against Janos.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)'', p. 52</ref>
  
In [[3014]], Anton Marik met with Chancellor Liao on [[Terra]]. Liao promised Anton Marik his support in a rebellion against Janos, most notably in the form of [[Wolf's Dragoons]], the elite mercenary unit five regiments strong. Maximilian also promised Anton a betrothal to his eldest daughter, [[Candace Liao]].
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In [[3014]], Anton Marik met with Chancellor Liao on [[Terra]]. Liao promised Anton Marik his support in a rebellion against Janos, most notably in the form of [[Wolf's Dragoons]], the elite mercenary unit five regiments strong. Maximilian also promised Anton betrothal to his eldest daughter, [[Candace Liao]].
  
 
===Marik Civil War===
 
===Marik Civil War===
On May 22, [[3014]], Anton Marik formally declared war against his brother's reign. Calling Janos a "madman" and "tyrant", he called upon all the provinces of the Free Worlds League to join his [[Marik Civil War (31st c.)|rebellion]]. Although many units and systems did flock to his banner, it was far less than what he'd expected. Rather than be devastated by his brother's betrayal, the war seemed to raise Janos from a long torpor. The Captain-General rallied his forces, soon putting Anton's supporters on the defensive. Severely handicapping Anton was the discovery that he was receiving support from [[House Liao]], a fact that angered many.  
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On May 22, [[3014]], Anton Marik formally declared war against his brother's reign. Calling Janos a "madman" and "tyrant", he called upon all the provinces of the Free Worlds League to join his [[Marik Civil War (31st c.)|rebellion]]. Although many units and systems did flock to his banner, it was far fewer than he'd expected. Rather than be devastated by his brother's betrayal, the war seemed to rouse Janos from a long torpor. The Captain-General rallied his forces, soon putting Anton's supporters on the defensive. Severely handicapping Anton was the discovery that he was receiving support from [[House Liao]], a fact that angered many.
  
By February [[3015]], the rebels controlled only a few remaining systems. The mental strain this placed on Anton was tremendous, and had started to show. At his headquarters on [[New Delos]], Anton met with [[Jaime Wolf]], ordering the mercenary commander to break his unit down into company-sized forces, and distribute them among the remaining rebel troops. Anton had hoped that this would slow the advance of Janos' forces. Wolf refused, citing the contract that had been signed. This led to a fallout between Anton and Wolf's Dragoons that had devastating consequences.  
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By February [[3015]], the rebels controlled only a few systems. The mental strain this placed on Anton was tremendous, and it started to show. At his headquarters on [[New Delos]], Anton met with [[Jaime Wolf]], ordering the mercenary commander to break his unit down into company-sized forces, and distribute them among the remaining rebel troops. Anton had hoped that this would slow the advance of Janos' forces. Wolf refused, citing the contract that had been signed. This led to a falling-out between Anton and Wolf's Dragoons that had devastating consequences.
  
Anton promptly ordered the arrest of [[Joshua Wolf]], brother of Jaime Wolf, and 27 other Dragoon personnel and dependents. (It would not be revealed until years later that Jaime Wolf's wife and two daughters were also among those taken.) Joshua Wolf managed to get free and attacked his guardians, and Kristofur shoot him, killing him instantly. The other 27 hostages were executed later, for unknown reasons. 
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Anton promptly ordered the arrest of [[Joshua Wolf]], brother of Jaime Wolf, and 27 other Dragoons personnel and dependents. (It would not be revealed until years later that Jaime Wolf's wife and two daughters were also among those taken.) Joshua Wolf and the 27 others were soon executed. Anton sent a message to Jaime Wolf, announcing the arrests while concealing the executions, and using the prisoners as hostages.
Joshua Wolf and the  others were soon executed. Anton then sent a message to Jaime Wolf, announcing the arrests while concealing the executions, and using the prisoners as hostages.
 
  
 
===Death and aftermath===
 
===Death and aftermath===
Wolf's response was swift, as all of Wolf's Dragoons descended on [[New Delos]]. After three days of fighting, [[Natasha Kerensky]] led her [[Black Widow Company]] through a forest fire, attacking the rear of Anton's palace and ultimately killing him when a wall collapsed on him. The Dragoons promptly destroyed every remaining rebel unit on New Delos.
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Wolf's response was swift, as all of Wolf's Dragoons descended on [[New Delos]]. After three days of fighting, [[Natasha Kerensky]] led her [[Black Widow Company]] through a forest fire, attacking the rear of Anton's palace and ultimately killing him when a wall collapsed on him. The Dragoons promptly destroyed every remaining rebel unit on New Delos.
 
Anton's rebellion died with him. In a twist or irony, Janos promptly offered Wolf's Dragoons employment with the Free World's League, which Jaime Wolf accepted. Though his brother Janos would rule for another 20 years, he was ultimately assassinated during the [[Andurien Secession]].  
 
  
==Titles and Positions==
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Anton's rebellion died with him. In a twist of irony, Janos promptly offered Wolf's Dragoons employment with the Free Worlds League, which Jaime Wolf accepted.
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Anton was buried, and Janos visited his grave before ordering the punishment of other rebel leaders.<ref>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 46</ref>
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His betrayal gave New Delos the stigma of treachery; even in [[3067]], the planet hadn't recovered from the battle. Anton's seat of power at Cienfuegos was never rebuilt and lay in ruins.<ref>''Handbook: House Marik'', p. 71</ref>
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Though Janos would rule for another 20 years, he was ultimately assassinated during the [[Andurien Secession]].
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==Notes==
 
==Notes==
It has been suggested that Anton was acting on false information from [[ComStar]] when he moved against the Dragoons. It is further speculated that he had been under ComStar's influence for some time. <ref>''[[The Spider and the Wolf]]''</ref>
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It has been suggested that Anton was acting on false information from [[ComStar]] when he moved against the Dragoons. It is further speculated that he had been under ComStar's influence for some time.<ref>''The Spider and the Wolf'', p. ??{{cn}}</ref>
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
* ''[[House Marik Sourcebook|House Marik]]'' (sourcebook)
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* ''[[Handbook: House Marik]]''
* ''[[The Spider and the Wolf]]''
 
* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]'' (sourcebook)
 
 
* ''[[Historical: Brush Wars]]''
 
* ''[[Historical: Brush Wars]]''
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* ''[[House Marik (The Free Worlds League)]]''
 
* ''[[Mercenary's Handbook 3055]]''
 
* ''[[Mercenary's Handbook 3055]]''
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* ''[[The Spider and the Wolf]]''
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* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
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[[Category:Free Worlds League Characters|Marik, Anton]]
 
[[Category:Free Worlds League Characters|Marik, Anton]]

Latest revision as of 21:43, 10 February 2024

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Anton Marik
Character Profile
Born 2960[1][2]
Died April 3015[2]
Affiliation House Marik
Title(s) Duke of Procyon[3]
Profession Noble
Parents Stephan Marik (father)[2]
Siblings Janos,[2]
Sylvia[2]

Anton Marik was the brother of Captain-General Janos Marik of the Free Worlds League, as well as Duke of Procyon. He orchestrated the Marik Civil War.

History[edit]

Early life and career[edit]

Anton graduated from Princefield Military Academy in 2981 as a First Lieutenant and was posted to the Third Marik Militia. Fighting on the Capellan Front, he won a string a victories.[4] In 2989, at the age of 29, he assumed command of the Third, the youngest commander in the militia's history,[1] a position he held for ten years.[5] He was promoted to the rank of general by his brother in 2991. He was later promoted to commander of the entire Capellan border in 3002.

Prelude to war[edit]

Despite being considered a confidant by Janos, the two clashed frequently during the failed Marik offensives of 3001 to 3003. Many consider this the root of later troubles.

As early as 3003, Anton began communicating covertly with Chancellor Maximilian Liao of the Capellan Confederation, slowly planning a move against Janos.[6]

In 3014, Anton Marik met with Chancellor Liao on Terra. Liao promised Anton Marik his support in a rebellion against Janos, most notably in the form of Wolf's Dragoons, the elite mercenary unit five regiments strong. Maximilian also promised Anton betrothal to his eldest daughter, Candace Liao.

Marik Civil War[edit]

On May 22, 3014, Anton Marik formally declared war against his brother's reign. Calling Janos a "madman" and "tyrant", he called upon all the provinces of the Free Worlds League to join his rebellion. Although many units and systems did flock to his banner, it was far fewer than he'd expected. Rather than be devastated by his brother's betrayal, the war seemed to rouse Janos from a long torpor. The Captain-General rallied his forces, soon putting Anton's supporters on the defensive. Severely handicapping Anton was the discovery that he was receiving support from House Liao, a fact that angered many.

By February 3015, the rebels controlled only a few systems. The mental strain this placed on Anton was tremendous, and it started to show. At his headquarters on New Delos, Anton met with Jaime Wolf, ordering the mercenary commander to break his unit down into company-sized forces, and distribute them among the remaining rebel troops. Anton had hoped that this would slow the advance of Janos' forces. Wolf refused, citing the contract that had been signed. This led to a falling-out between Anton and Wolf's Dragoons that had devastating consequences.

Anton promptly ordered the arrest of Joshua Wolf, brother of Jaime Wolf, and 27 other Dragoons personnel and dependents. (It would not be revealed until years later that Jaime Wolf's wife and two daughters were also among those taken.) Joshua Wolf and the 27 others were soon executed. Anton sent a message to Jaime Wolf, announcing the arrests while concealing the executions, and using the prisoners as hostages.

Death and aftermath[edit]

Wolf's response was swift, as all of Wolf's Dragoons descended on New Delos. After three days of fighting, Natasha Kerensky led her Black Widow Company through a forest fire, attacking the rear of Anton's palace and ultimately killing him when a wall collapsed on him. The Dragoons promptly destroyed every remaining rebel unit on New Delos.

Anton's rebellion died with him. In a twist of irony, Janos promptly offered Wolf's Dragoons employment with the Free Worlds League, which Jaime Wolf accepted. Anton was buried, and Janos visited his grave before ordering the punishment of other rebel leaders.[7] His betrayal gave New Delos the stigma of treachery; even in 3067, the planet hadn't recovered from the battle. Anton's seat of power at Cienfuegos was never rebuilt and lay in ruins.[8]

Though Janos would rule for another 20 years, he was ultimately assassinated during the Andurien Secession.

Notes[edit]

It has been suggested that Anton was acting on false information from ComStar when he moved against the Dragoons. It is further speculated that he had been under ComStar's influence for some time.[9]

References[edit]

  1. 1.0 1.1 House Marik (The Free Worlds League), p. 47
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 House Marik (The Free Worlds League), foldout (p. 171 in PDF): "The Captains-General Line of Succession and Partial Marik Family Tree"
  3. Handbook: House Marik, p. 45
  4. Historical: Brush Wars, p. 12
  5. House Marik (The Free Worlds League), p. 91
  6. House Liao (The Capellan Confederation), p. 52
  7. Handbook: House Marik, p. 46
  8. Handbook: House Marik, p. 71
  9. The Spider and the Wolf, p. ??[citation needed]

Bibliography[edit]