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'''Mies Kurita''' ([[born 2975]] - died 30??) was the last Kuritan Duke of [[Rasalhague]] and last governor of the [[Rasalhague Military District]] before the formation of the [[Free Rasalhague Republic]]. He served as a rare example of a Kurita civil servant in contrast to that house's usually militaristic leaders.
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'''Mies Kurita''' (born [[2975]] - died 30??) was the last Kuritan Duke of [[Rasalhague]] and last civilian governor of the [[Rasalhague Military District]], before the formation of the [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] in [[3034]]. He served as a rare example of a [[House Kurita]] civil servant in contrast to that House's usually militaristic leaders.
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
 
===Early Life and Military Career===
 
===Early Life and Military Career===
 
Mies Kurita was born on Rasalhague as scion of a distant branch of the Kurita family which had been given control of the area around 2925 to strengthen the district's loyalty to the Coordinator and thus to the Combine itself. While attending [[Rasalhague Military Academy]] he showed little fighting ability, instead relying on his amiable nature, studiousness and flattery to get along with fellow students and teachers alike. Later as a junior officer he continued relying on his social aptitude instead of military skills, becoming famous for getting anything he wanted from the procurement division.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref>
 
Mies Kurita was born on Rasalhague as scion of a distant branch of the Kurita family which had been given control of the area around 2925 to strengthen the district's loyalty to the Coordinator and thus to the Combine itself. While attending [[Rasalhague Military Academy]] he showed little fighting ability, instead relying on his amiable nature, studiousness and flattery to get along with fellow students and teachers alike. Later as a junior officer he continued relying on his social aptitude instead of military skills, becoming famous for getting anything he wanted from the procurement division.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref>
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When his old and sickly father [[Malcolm Kurita]] was elevated to the position of District Governor in [[3019]] it was observed on the sidelines that Mies was "no warrior". Because of this, combined with his branch of the House being relatively far removed from the ruling line, in turn saw them considered unsuitable candidates to uphold House Kurita's claim to rule over the [[Draconis Combine]].<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', chapter 13 (FASA edition pp. 63-64)</ref>
  
 
===Serving as Governor===
 
===Serving as Governor===
After the death of his father Malcom, Mies Kurita took over as district governor, working closely with [[Ivan Sorenson]] who was the polar opposite of him in virtually every regard but their shared loyalty to the Coordinator. Mies's ability to work effectively with the most difficult people, and his knack for subtly making them go along with his plans, helped him smooth over any problems the blustering [[Tai-shu|Warlord]] would create. In return for keeping this critical district orderly and by playing up to [[Takashi Kurita]]'s fears of rebellion he received significant extra funds for his region.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref>
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After the death of his father at some point prior to [[3025]],<ref name=HKSB/> Mies Kurita took over as district governor, working closely with [[Tai-shu|District Warlord]] [[Ivan Sorenson]] who was the polar opposite of him in virtually every regard but their shared loyalty to the Coordinator. Mies's ability to work effectively with the most difficult people, and his knack for subtly making them go along with his plans, helped him smooth over any problems the blustering Warlord would create. In return for keeping this critical district orderly and by playing up to [[Takashi Kurita]]'s fears of rebellion he received significant extra funds for his region.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref>
  
 
===The Free Rasalhague Republic===
 
===The Free Rasalhague Republic===
Having privately considered retirement since as early as 3025, Mies quietly faded out of the spotlight during the formation of the [[FRR]] in [[3034]]. The mixed Nordic/Japanese heritage his family had acquired in a century of intermarrying with locals saw him vaguely sympathetic to a peaceful secession, and as an avid student of history he believed no rule could last forever.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref> Though no official records exist it can be assumed that he used his diplomatic skills to aid [[Theodore Kurita]]'s plans for Rasalhague independence. His eldest son [[Knute Kurita|Knute]] who was originally groomed to succeed him instead joined the [[KungsArmé]] and eventually commanded the [[1st Freemen]] during the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref>''20 Year Update'', p. 51</ref>
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Having privately considered retirement since as early as 3025, Mies quietly faded out of the spotlight during the formation of the [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] in [[3034]]. The mixed Nordic/Japanese heritage his family had acquired in a century of intermarrying with locals saw him vaguely sympathetic to a peaceful secession, and as an avid student of history he believed no rule could last forever.<ref name=HKSB/> Though no official records exist it can be assumed that he used his diplomatic skills to aid [[Theodore Kurita]]'s plans for Rasalhague independence. Mies's eldest son [[Knute Kurita|Knute]], who was originally groomed to succeed him but as of 3025 still displayed too militaristic an attitude for Mies's tastes,<ref name=HKSB/> instead joined the [[KungsArmé]] and would eventually command the [[1st Freemen]] during the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref>''20 Year Update'', p. 51</ref>
  
 
==Appearance and Character==
 
==Appearance and Character==
Mies Kurita was tall, thin and aristocratic looking, with blue eyes and black hair tinged with grey. Direct but soft-spoken, he was a persuasive diplomat and consummate administrator. Politically he had no ambitions beyond serving the Coordinator well and dying peacefully of old age. He took pride in the well-being of his district and was a devoted family man.<ref name=HKSB>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 177</ref>
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Mies Kurita was tall, thin and aristocratic looking, with blue eyes and black hair tinged with grey. His mixed ancestry was explicitly noted,<ref name=HKSB/> suggesting his (unnamed) mother was of Scandinavian Rasalhague descent.
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Direct but soft-spoken, he was a persuasive diplomat and consummate administrator. Politically he had no ambitions beyond serving the Coordinator well and dying peacefully of old age. He took pride in the well-being of his district and was a devoted family man.<ref name=HKSB/>
  
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==Titles and Positions==
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==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
 
* ''[[20 Year Update]]''
 
* ''[[20 Year Update]]''
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* ''[[Heir to the Dragon]]''
 
* ''[[House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)]]''
 
* ''[[House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)]]''
  
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Mies Kurita
Character Profile
Born 2975
Died 30??
Affiliation House Kurita
Profession Civilian Governor of the Rasalhague Military District
Parents Malcolm Kurita (father)
Children Knute Kurita

Mies Kurita (born 2975 - died 30??) was the last Kuritan Duke of Rasalhague and last civilian governor of the Rasalhague Military District, before the formation of the Free Rasalhague Republic in 3034. He served as a rare example of a House Kurita civil servant in contrast to that House's usually militaristic leaders.

History

Early Life and Military Career

Mies Kurita was born on Rasalhague as scion of a distant branch of the Kurita family which had been given control of the area around 2925 to strengthen the district's loyalty to the Coordinator and thus to the Combine itself. While attending Rasalhague Military Academy he showed little fighting ability, instead relying on his amiable nature, studiousness and flattery to get along with fellow students and teachers alike. Later as a junior officer he continued relying on his social aptitude instead of military skills, becoming famous for getting anything he wanted from the procurement division.[1]

When his old and sickly father Malcolm Kurita was elevated to the position of District Governor in 3019 it was observed on the sidelines that Mies was "no warrior". Because of this, combined with his branch of the House being relatively far removed from the ruling line, in turn saw them considered unsuitable candidates to uphold House Kurita's claim to rule over the Draconis Combine.[2]

Serving as Governor

After the death of his father at some point prior to 3025,[1] Mies Kurita took over as district governor, working closely with District Warlord Ivan Sorenson who was the polar opposite of him in virtually every regard but their shared loyalty to the Coordinator. Mies's ability to work effectively with the most difficult people, and his knack for subtly making them go along with his plans, helped him smooth over any problems the blustering Warlord would create. In return for keeping this critical district orderly and by playing up to Takashi Kurita's fears of rebellion he received significant extra funds for his region.[1]

The Free Rasalhague Republic

Having privately considered retirement since as early as 3025, Mies quietly faded out of the spotlight during the formation of the Free Rasalhague Republic in 3034. The mixed Nordic/Japanese heritage his family had acquired in a century of intermarrying with locals saw him vaguely sympathetic to a peaceful secession, and as an avid student of history he believed no rule could last forever.[1] Though no official records exist it can be assumed that he used his diplomatic skills to aid Theodore Kurita's plans for Rasalhague independence. Mies's eldest son Knute, who was originally groomed to succeed him but as of 3025 still displayed too militaristic an attitude for Mies's tastes,[1] instead joined the KungsArmé and would eventually command the 1st Freemen during the Clan Invasion.[3]

Appearance and Character

Mies Kurita was tall, thin and aristocratic looking, with blue eyes and black hair tinged with grey. His mixed ancestry was explicitly noted,[1] suggesting his (unnamed) mother was of Scandinavian Rasalhague descent.

Direct but soft-spoken, he was a persuasive diplomat and consummate administrator. Politically he had no ambitions beyond serving the Coordinator well and dying peacefully of old age. He took pride in the well-being of his district and was a devoted family man.[1]

Titles and Positions

Preceded by Governor of the Rasalhague Military District
30??-3034
Succeeded by
none
Preceded by
Malcom Kurita
Duke of Rasalhague
30??-3034
Succeeded by
none

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 177
  2. Heir to the Dragon, chapter 13 (FASA edition pp. 63-64)
  3. 20 Year Update, p. 51

Bibliography