Gunthar von Bildhofen
Gunthar von Bildhofen was a noble of the Empire and the brother of Magnus the Pious. [1a]
He was known to be charismatic and a popular champion of the common man.[1a]
History
Following the Great War against Chaos, he was created Grand Duke of Middenland, a position vacant after the war. In his new position he relied heavily on the advice of the Ar-Ulric who had previously declared Magnus as a blasphemer and who still remained hostile to the rival Cult of Sigmar. [1a]
Following the death of Magnus in 2369 IC, the Grand Theogonist declared a miracle had occurred when the features of the dead man had become imprinted on the shroud that had covered his body. Spurred on by Ar-Ulric, Gunthar claimed it was all a trick but the other mourners were outraged and ejected him from the memorial ceremony. [1a]
None of the Elector Counts considered him a fit to rule and so the throne passed to Count Leopold of Stirland. Later Gunthar was forced to also abdicate the Duchy and ended his days in disgrace. [1a]
Sources
- 1: Liber Mutatis
- 1a: Interlude: Scandal of the Shroud, pg. 12