Oskar Hartenstein, Marshal of Vermillion

Oskar Hartenstein, 1st Marshal of Vermillion, (born 9th April, 4573 ) is an Kivonian soldier and statesman who is one of the leading military and political figures in the Kivonian Republic. For his contributions in the Lippstadt Rebellion he was rewarded the title and position of Marshal of Vermillion, becoming one of the most powerful and important military commanders in the Republic.

Hartenstein was born in Gladston during the communist rule in Davostan. In his late teens he applied to the People's Military Academy of Davostan, graduating in early June of 4595, but instead of continuing in the military he went on to study political science. As a proud Davostani but fiercely anti-communist he quickly voiced his support for the coup d'état of June 4595 and the NSMC. After studying for a few years he decided to return to the military in late 4598, being able to rise through the ranks at an abnormal speed.

Hartenstein rose to prominence as a Maj Gen during the Lippstadt Rebellion, and was promoted to the rank of Marshal of Vermillion, a rank equal to that of an monarchal duke. He was as well rewarded with a position on the Council.

Vermillion is famous for his adaptive defensive style of warfare, resulting in several victories against numerically superior forces while minimising his own losses. He is regarded as one of the greatest defensive commanders of the current times.