Fierth of Orgael

, more commonly known as, was the eighth king of and the first of the. When died in 362, many Káldôric s supported Fierth’s claim to the throne because he promised to restore the powers that had been gradually eroded over the previous reigns. Fierth claimed to be the bastard elder brother of his legitimate rival,. The resulting civil war did considerable damage to the kingdom, and Aidrik was betrayed and captured in a battle near in 377. According to “popular” legend, Aidrik and his family were roasted over an open fire by the usurper. After gaining the crown, Fierth failed to deliver on his promise to the barons, many of whom were tried and executed for treason under Káldôr’s newly corrupted judicial system. Fierth so alienated the very barons who had given him the crown that they again revolted on his death, forcing Fierth’s son (385–406) to fight for his throne.

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