Benjamin Rounsaville

Benjamin James Rounsaville (born October 25th, 1987) is the 2nd and current Monarch of Talus. He assumed power at age 21, after his father passed down the crown due to his old age. He lives in the Talisian Palace with the rest of his family. "All this planet knows is war and strife; we can fall victim to imperialism or keep our sovereignty by means of force" - Benjamin Rounsaville, 2016

Early life

Political ascension

Benjamin assumed the crown due to his father's retirement. He was greeted by the five electee's, who were given "extended terms" due to his young age, they had played a big role in the decisions made until 2022, when their "extended terms" had ended and the voting was open again, three of the electees were re-elected.

Political life

 Despite being a king, he is also a master entrepreneur, growing the Talisian economy and treasury ten-fold through large companies such as ISO, A.T.O.M Practical Technologies, and Gold Mining & Company. Benjamin also proved excellent as a Field Marshall in the Corridor Islands, taking the majority of the country in 8 days. He was supposed to be awarded 2 medals (for the capture of the Corridorian capital city & the destruction of several enemy field armies) but declined, insisting he was "just wanting to see if the Talisian Army was able". Healthcare research and reforms in industrial, military, civilian, and governmental sectors performed by Benjamin have majorly improved the safety and quality of life in Talus.

Personal life

In the busy life of a Talisian Monarch, many long past-times (excluding walking; which time is made exclusively for) such as hunting or fishing are out of reach, so strategy board games, which can be swept aside at a moments notice for more important matters. As noted. Benjamin Rounsaville frequently enjoys playing chess, being in the top 25 players in the world, and military strategy games. Writing memoirs or letters on topics such as political ideologies, religions, and geopolitics, are fairly commonplace. He also enjoys observing the coastal and wild areas of Talus. One of his biggest dislikes is various groups known commonly known as 'furries', deeming it "childish that they still dream and pretend to be animals instead of people. Only incorperating disgusting, crude themes and the occasional promotion of animal abuse." (2025)