War Criminal General

"Don't cry, son. Your mommy is in heaven now and she'll never hurt you again" - War Criminal General to William

The War Criminal General was a general and statesman in service of the Dougkotan Empire. Following a triumphant military campaign against the kingdom, he ascended to the throne as the King of North Dakota. His notoriety as a war criminal stemmed from his involvement in the tragic event where citizens in Stanley were subjected to a massacre under his orders. This dark mark on his legacy was later compounded by his demise during the ill-fated attempt to invade Idaho, culminating in both his demise and the decimation of his army.

Biography
The General was born in South Dakota. While much of his early life remains undisclosed, there exists a suspicion that he held an admiration for the military prowess of Dougkota since his formative years. He frequently observed training drills conducted in proximity to his village and was a familiar presence around the local garrison. Historical records indicate that he formally enlisted in the Dougkotan army on his birthday, a gesture suggesting his keen eagerness to participate.

Psychological evaluators identified him as a notably assertive and impatient individual, with hints of an underlying instability. Nonetheless, The General promptly allayed their concerns through the dispensation of a few units of gold. Following the completion of his training, he rapidly ascended through the ranks to achieve the rank of General. However, his elevation failed to impress his advisors and fellow generals. They harbored suspicions that his rise was attributable to strategic bribery and falsified documents. Fortunately, the General would be able to earn their respect in the upcoming expedition to North Dakota.

The North Dakotan Expedition
The General was chosen by the Emperor to lead the 10,000-strong expedition into North Dakota. Fearing a fierce rebellion from the primitive survivalists inhabiting the state, he directed his musketmen into Stanley, the sole major city in North Dakota. Following an encounter with two local inhabitants that led to a confrontation, he departed and continued to advance further into Stanley. He then issued orders for his men to attack. The event that unfolded would later be recognized as the Stanley massacre, in which many citizens were either slaughtered, tortured, or executed as prisoners by Dougkotan soldiers under The General's command. When reports of the battle reached the Emperor, he was so shocked and enraged that he declared The General to be "Insane," "Deranged," "Evil," and perhaps the most infamous moniker given to him, a "War Criminal General." This epithet would follow The General for the remainder of his life.

Ascension to King
Following the massacre, apprehensive of potential arrest for his heinous deeds, he took a child, whose mother had been killed in Stanley, and journeyed to the King's residence for negotiations. He proposed surrendering the child as payment in exchange for the kingdom.

An infuriated king then disclosed that the child was, in fact, his own son named William, and promptly declined the proposition. Exasperated by the escalating conflict, The War Criminal General engaged in physical combat with the King until he ultimately yielded. In the wake of his defeat, the King conceded the kingdom and his crown to The War Criminal General as a consequence of his unsuccessful endeavor.

Expedition into Idaho and Death
In an attempt to reach the Kingdom of Washington State, the Dougkotan Empire tasked the War Criminal General with conquering the Kingdom of Idaho. Leading 10,000 men once again, he held confidence in his ability to overcome any resistance along the way, bolstered by the Empire's territorial claims in the southwest.

However, the Idahoan farmers proved to be more resilient than anticipated. The battle unfolded swiftly and ruthlessly, with the Idahoans utilizing the potato fields for camouflage and ambushing the Expeditionary forces. Believing this would be a minor obstacle on the road to victory, The War Criminal General instructed his commanders to take whatever actions they deemed necessary for success. His arrogance cost him dearly, causing significant disorganization within the ranks. This disarray led to the rapid defeat of his forces, and he met his demise at the hands of General William "Iron Balls" Sherman, the leader and former heir to North Dakota. The engagement claimed the lives of 10,000 soldiers, including the War Criminal General. The Idahoans cremated his remains and interred his ashes in the soil. The battle site would later be known as The War Criminal's Last Stand.

Trivia

 * Rumors suggest that Dingus Bobingus might have been responsible for the killing and subsequent burning of the War Criminal General. According to this theory, Bobingus supposedly acted as a favor to his ally, Iron Balls, by closely monitoring the expeditionary force. By observing their movements, he was able to formulate a battle plan, which he then passed on to the farmers. Part of this alleged plan involved isolating the War Criminal General from the rest of his forces, creating an opportunity for Iron Balls to administer the justice he intensely desired.


 * Interestingly, the War Criminal General appeared to be conflicted about his actions during the Stanley massacre. He reportedly ordered his soldiers to cease their actions shortly after initiating the fatal orders.


 * Some suspect the general never really died in that battle in Idaho. They fear the return of the great War Criminal General!