Initially perceived as a fair, wise, and generous ruler, the King welcomed the Band of the Falcon into nobility, recognizing their contribution against Tudor and rewarding them generously. Particularly, he esteemed Griffith, acknowledging his talent despite resistance from other nobles like Julius who dismissed Griffith's lower-class background. However, once learning of Griffith's liaison with Charlotte, the King's respect turned to contempt, leading him to personally punish Griffith through brutal lashings in the dungeon. Discovering Griffith's awareness of his incestuous feelings, the King became frenzied, ordering relentless torture and dispatching the majority of the military for two years in a relentless pursuit of revenge against Griffith, whom he blamed for "stealing" Charlotte with his words.