Riko Giro

Riko Giro (390-Present), Marshal of Asshai, was top gneral in the Final Fraternal War and War of Many Magics. He also became the leader of the Generals' Group  against the Council of Eminence following their surrender to Achim.

Early Life
Nothing is known of Riko's early life except that he was born in Asshai and joined the military as a boy.

Final Fraternal War
During the Final Fraternal War Riko was one of Asshai's generals. He proudly and bravely lead in all of the battles earning himself a reputation as a fearsome and fearless leader.

War of Many Magics
In the War of Many Magics, Riko as the Third General of Asshai traditonally was placed in charge of the Asshai Flames. There he stayed for the entire war even though he advocated for the movement of his army to the front. He also saw off the Asshai'i Navy before their departure to the River Stics. When General Andre fled to Asshai it was Riko who opened the gates and organized the defence. However his defence would find no use, for the Council fo Eminence surrendered to Achim.

Politics
One of the many soldiers angered by the peace treaty he organized a group of military figures to plot the overthrow of the weak and decadent Council.

The Terrible Times
In 434 AD Riko Giro launched his coup against the Council of Eminence. But this coup d'etat quickly began a civil war after two of the Asshai'i armies betray Riko and fought for the Council. In the resulting battle in Asshai Riko's armies would make little progress. This forced him to turn to Qarth for aid.