Nathan, Prince of Lindström
| Prince Nathan of Lindström | |
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| His Imperial Highness Nathan Edgard Alexandre Puma Inti-Carrillo y Waffel-Paine | |
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| Prince Nathan of Lindström in Triegon, Dos Gardenias; 1748 AN. | |
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| Birth name | Nathan Edgard Alexandre Puma Inti-Carrillo y Waffel-Paine |
| Born | 8.VII.1724 AN (28 AN years) Cárdenas, FCD, Nouvelle Alexandrie
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| Nationality | Natopia Nouvelle Alexandrie
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| Other names | Prince Nathan, Viscount of Paruro |
| Residence | Vista de Nada Palace, Lindström, Natopia Palace of Carranza, Cárdenas, Nouvelle Alexandrie |
| Citizenship | Natopia Order of the Holy Lakes Nouvelle Alexandrie (1724 AN-1743 AN)
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| Family | |
| House | House of Waffel-Paine House of Inti-Carrillo |
| Noble family | House of Waffel-Paine House of Inti-Carrillo |
| Parents | Sinchi Roca II, King of Nouvelle Alexandrie Adelaide of Natopia, Queen of Nouvelle Alexandrie and Crown Princess of Natopia |
| Spouse | Darya Ardashirdokht Osman (m. 1751) |
| Relatives | Sayari, Princess of Rimarima (sister) Urpi, Lady of Chucuito (sister) Xanthorr, Baron of Anapia (brother) Phaedra, Lady of Amantaní (sister) |
| Education and career | |
| Alma mater | Imperial Natopian Academy, Lindström |
| Occupation | Military officer |
| Profession | Natopian Spacefleet officer |
| Years active | 1742 AN–present |
| Employer | Natopian Defense Force |
| Positions and titles | |
| Office | Prince of Lindström |
| In office | 8.VII.1743 AN – present |
| Monarch | Empress Vadoma |
| Noble title(s) | Prince of Lindström Viscount of Paruro |
| Military rank | Squadron Leader |
| Military service | Natopian Spacefleet Orbital Defence Force, 2nd (Bombardment) Group |
| Battles/wars | Fourth Euran War Battle of the Île des Ombres |
| Achievements and recognition | |
| Known for | Pilot of Damocles-class orbital bombardment platform NSS Apollyon Third in line to the Natopian throne Heir under Treaty of Dynastic Separation |
| Awards | Natopian Defense Force Meritorious Service Medal (1745 AN) Fourth Euran War Campaign Medal (1745 AN) Commander of the Order of Santa Catalina (1745 AN) |
Prince Nathan, Prince of Lindström, Viscount of Paruro (born 8.VII.1724 AN) is third in line to the throne of Natopia and second child of King Sinchi Roca II and Queen Adelaide of Nouvelle Alexandrie. Under the Treaty of Dynastic Separation (1721 AN), Nathan will eventually inherit the throne of Natopia following his mother's reign, while his elder sister Princess Sayari will inherit Nouvelle Alexandrie. He serves as a Squadron Leader in the Natopian Spacefleet and is known for his role as pilot of a Damocles-class orbital bombardment platform during the Fourth Euran War.
Early life and education
Prince Nathan was born at the Palace of Carranza in Cárdenas on 8.VII.1724 AN, two years after his elder sister Princess Sayari. His birth occurred during the first years following the Lindström Summit, which had established the framework separating the New Alexandrian and Natopian royal successions. While born in Nouvelle Alexandrie, Nathan's upbringing differed significantly from that of his younger siblings Princess Urpi, Prince Xanthorr, and Princess Phaedra.
From age four, Nathan spent extended periods in Natopia with his mother, who maintained her position as Crown Princess of Natopia. He was raised partly at the Palace of Carranza but primarily in Natopian royal residences, where he received his education alongside members of the House of Waffel-Paine. This arrangement, designed to prepare him for his eventual role as Emperor of the Natopians, meant frequent separations from his younger siblings during childhood. He maintained a close relationship with his elder sister Sayari, who accompanied him during many trips to Natopia before her education commenced in Cárdenas.
Prince Nathan attended the Imperial Natopian Academy in Lindström from age 11, studying history, constitutional law, languages, and military science. He is fluent in Nats, Alexandrian, Martino, Wechua, Constancian, and Istvanistani. He graduated with honors in 1742 AN, having focused his final year on aerospace command and orbital operations.
Title of Prince of Lindström
On 8.VII.1743 AN, Prince Nathan's nineteenth birthday, Empress Vadoma granted him the title Prince of Lindström. The title, which had not been held since the reign of Nathan II, recognized Nathan's position as third in line to the Natopian throne (after Empress Vadoma and Crown Princess Adelaide) and acknowledged his dual heritage between the House of Waffel-Paine and House of Inti-Carrillo.
The investiture ceremony took place at the Imperial Palace in Lindström, attended by members of both the Natopian and New Alexandrian royal families. In her remarks, Empress Vadoma noted that the title reflected Nathan's commitment to Natopia despite his birth in Nouvelle Alexandrie, stating that he had "demonstrated unwavering dedication to the realm he will one day serve as Emperor."
The title carries with it an appanage consisting of estates in the Lindström region and certain ceremonial duties within the Imperial household. As Prince of Lindström, Nathan participates in specific state functions and serves as patron of several Natopian institutions focused on aerospace development and youth education.
Military career
Natopian Spacefleet
Prince Nathan entered the Natopian Defense Force immediately following his graduation from the Imperial Natopian Academy in 1742 AN. Unlike his New Alexandrian relatives, who traditionally served in the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie, Nathan joined the Natopian Spacefleet, following family tradition from the House of Waffel-Paine. He completed flight training at the Natopian Aerospace Academy's Neridian Spaceports facility, specializing in orbital platform operations.
In 1743 AN, Nathan received his commission as Flying Officer and was assigned to the Orbital Defence Force's 2nd (Bombardment) Group. He underwent specialized training in Damocles-class orbital bombardment platform operations, a position requiring extensive technical knowledge and operational judgment. The Damocles-class platforms, which had been in service since 1647 AN, represented some of the most powerful weapons systems in the Raspur Pact arsenal.
Nathan advanced rapidly through junior officer ranks. His superiors noted his technical aptitude and what one evaluation described as "unusual tactical maturity for his age and rank." By 1744 AN, he had been promoted to Flight Lieutenant and served as primary pilot aboard the NSS Apollyon, one of three operational Damocles platforms in the Natopian fleet.
Fourth Euran War
In 1745 AN, as tensions escalated between the Raspur Pact and Oportia's National Salvation Council, the Natopian Spacefleet prepared for potential combat operations in support of Constancia's offensive operations. Prince Nathan, then serving as Flight Lieutenant aboard the NSS Apollyon, participated in pre-deployment planning and weapons system checks as Natopian orbital assets positioned for potential strikes.
On 13.IV.1745 AN, Nathan piloted the Apollyon during the opening phase of the Battle of the Île des Ombres, coordinating with two other Damocles platforms to execute precision kinetic strikes against Oportian military installations on the strategic island of Île des Ombres. The operation, which involved kinetic projectiles reaching velocities exceeding 11 kilometers per second, destroyed hardened bunkers, radar arrays, shore batteries, and port facilities with unprecedented accuracy. The command bunker was eliminated in under 20 minutes, killing the entire Oportian officer corps on the island, including Brigadier Sofia Moreau.
The orbital bombardment phase of the battle resulted in over 1,200 Oportian casualties and the complete destruction of the island's military infrastructure before ground forces landed. Military analysts described the strikes as demonstrating the devastating effectiveness of orbital bombardment platforms when employed against fixed fortifications. The operation marked the first combat deployment of Damocles platforms since the Wars of the Dispossessed.
Following the battle, Nathan continued operational duties aboard the Apollyon throughout the Fourth Euran War, participating in reconnaissance and surveillance operations over Oportia. He was never engaged by enemy forces and did not experience equipment failure or damage during his combat deployments. His performance during the war earned him promotion to Squadron Leader in 1745 AN and recognition from the Natopian Defense Force's senior command.
Post-war service
Prince Nathan continues to serve with the Orbital Defence Force's 2nd (Bombardment) Group. He maintains operational proficiency aboard Damocles platforms and participates in routine orbital surveillance missions. His service record includes specialized training in advanced targeting systems and space-based reconnaissance operations. Military observers note that his role allows him to maintain active military credentials while fulfilling his responsibilities as a member of the Natopian Imperial family.
Royal duties
As Prince of Lindström and third in line to the Natopian throne, Prince Nathan undertakes various official duties when not engaged in military service. He attends sessions of the Frenzy when invited by Empress Vadoma and participates in state ceremonies. The Treaty of Dynastic Separation, negotiated at the Lindström Summit in 1721 AN, established that Nathan would eventually inherit the throne of Natopia following his mother's reign, while his elder sister would inherit Nouvelle Alexandrie. This arrangement resolved the constitutional complications that would have arisen from the marriage of two individuals, each heir to separate crowns.
Prince Nathan serves on several boards and commissions related to aerospace development, technological research, and youth education initiatives. He is patron of the Natopian Aerospace Research Foundation and the Imperial Youth Science Academy. His technical background and military experience inform his advocacy for continued investment in space capabilities and orbital defense systems.
The Prince maintains residences in both Lindström and Cárdenas, though his primary residence is in Natopia. His position as third in line to the Natopian throne while holding New Alexandrian titles creates unique protocol considerations. At New Alexandrian state functions, he is styled as Prince Nathan, Viscount of Paruro, reflecting his position within the House of Inti-Carrillo. In Natopia, he is addressed as Prince Nathan of Lindström or His Imperial Highness.
Personal life
Prince Nathan maintains private quarters at the Vista de Nada Palace in Lindström and uses apartments at the Palace of Carranza during visits to Nouvelle Alexandrie. He participates in both Natopian and New Alexandrian royal family gatherings, though his schedule is often constrained by military duties.
Interests and character
Those who have worked with Prince Nathan describe him as technically oriented, reserved, and methodical. He has demonstrated sustained interest in aerospace engineering, orbital mechanics, and space policy. Unlike his more publicly engaged sister Princess Sayari, Nathan maintains a lower public profile, focusing primarily on his military duties rather than ceremonial appearances.
The Prince is an accomplished pilot of both atmospheric and orbital craft. He holds commercial and military certifications for multiple aircraft types and has logged extensive flight hours. Associates describe him as detail-focused and precise, with a reputation for thorough mission planning and risk assessment.
Nathan has expressed interest in the long-term development of Natopian space capabilities and has advocated for increased investment in orbital infrastructure. He has also participated in conferences on space law and planetary defense, presenting technical papers on orbital bombardment accuracy and targeting systems. These presentations have been delivered under Diplomatic Guild confidentiality rules, with content classified at varying levels of security.
The Prince is known for being a devout Bovinist, regularly attending religious services.
Relationships and marriage prospects
Prince Nathan's personal relationships have been subject to public speculation since he reached adulthood. He has been linked romantically to several individuals within Natopian society, including Lady Kristina Yardly, daughter of the Duke of Borders Bay, between 1742 AN and 1744 AN. The relationship ended amicably with no official statement from either party. He was also reported to have dated Captain Elise Beaumont of the Natopian Navy in 1744 AN, though both parties declined to confirm or deny the relationship.
The Prince has stated publicly that he considers his military service his current priority. In a 1745 AN interview with the Lindström Imperial Journal, he noted: "Marriage is an important decision for anyone. For someone in my position, it carries additional considerations. I am focused on serving Natopia well in the role I have been given." Palace sources indicate that while there is no immediate pressure for Nathan to marry, expectations exist that he will eventually choose a consort appropriate to his position in the line of succession.
The contrast between Nathan's personal life and that of his sister Princess Sayari, who became engaged to Prince Janus of Neridia in 1749 AN, has been noted by observers. Some commentators suggest that Nathan's military commitments and more reserved personality may explain the difference in approach, while others point to the distinct constitutional requirements and public expectations in Natopia compared to Nouvelle Alexandrie.
Family
Prince Nathan has four siblings:
- Princess Sayari (b. 1722 AN);
- Princess Urpi (b. 1726 AN);
- Prince Xanthorr (b. 1728 AN);
- Princess Phaedra (b. 1730 AN).
The arrangement established by the Treaty of Dynastic Separation means that Nathan and Sayari will eventually rule neighboring allied nations, with Nathan ascending to the Natopian throne following his mother's reign. The siblings have discussed the implications of their future positions, with both expressing commitment to maintaining strong relations between Natopia and Nouvelle Alexandrie.
Titles and styles
- 8.VII.1724 AN – 8.VII.1743 AN: His Imperial Highness Prince Nathan of Natopia, Viscount of Paruro
- 8.VII.1743 AN – present: His Imperial Highness Prince Nathan of Lindstrom, Viscount of Paruro
In Nouvelle Alexandrie, he is styled His Royal Highness Prince Nathan, Viscount of Paruro.
In Natopia, he is styled His Imperial Highness Prince Nathan of Lindstrom.
Honors and awards
- : Natopian Defense Force Meritorious Service Medal (1745 AN)
- : Fourth Euran War Campaign Medal (1745 AN)
- : Commander of the Order of Santa Catalina (1745 AN)
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See also
- House of Inti-Carrillo
- House of Waffel-Paine
- Treaty of Dynastic Separation
- Natopian Defense Force
- Damocles-class orbital bombardment platform
- Battle of the Île des Ombres
