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Line 1: − {{refimprove}}+ :'''''Thomas Halas''' redirects here.'' − {{otheruses|one of several characters named Thomas Marik|the others|Thomas Marik (disambiguation)}} − {{InfoBoxCharacter {{InfoBoxCharacter | image = Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg | image = Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg Line 7:
Line 5: | name = "Thomas Marik" | name = "Thomas Marik" | birthdate = [[2990]]?<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 77</ref> | birthdate = [[2990]]?<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 77</ref> − | died = [[3097]]{{cn}} + | died = [[3097]] | othernames = Thomas Halas | othernames = Thomas Halas | affiliation = [[Free Worlds League]] | affiliation = [[Free Worlds League]] Line 16:
Line 14: | parents = | parents = | siblings = | siblings = − | spouse = [[Sophina Desiree]]{{cn}}<br/>[[Sherryl Halas]]{{cn}} + | spouse = [[Sophina Desiree]]<br/>[[Sherryl Halas]] − | children = [[Joshua Marik]]{{cn}}<br/>[[Janos Halas|Janos III]]{{cn}}<br/>[[Christopher Marik (31st c.)|Christopher Marik]]{{cn}}<br/>[[Jessica Marik]]{{cn}} + | children = [[Joshua Marik]]<br/>[[Janos Halas|Janos III]]<br/>[[Christopher Marik (31st c.)|Christopher Marik]]<br/>[[Jessica Marik]] }} }} The public persona of "Thomas Marik", [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], was actually shared between two men, the [[Thomas Marik (Real)|real Thomas Marik]] and his body double, the "false" Thomas Marik. This article is about the "false" Thomas Marik, who would later adopt the name '''Thomas Halas'''. The public persona of "Thomas Marik", [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], was actually shared between two men, the [[Thomas Marik (Real)|real Thomas Marik]] and his body double, the "false" Thomas Marik. This article is about the "false" Thomas Marik, who would later adopt the name '''Thomas Halas'''. Line 27:
Line 25: ===Introducing the body double=== ===Introducing the body double=== − On 1 June [[3035]], during at a meeting to discuss ways to bring the wayward [[Duchy of Andurien]] back into the League, a bomb exploded. It was initially believed that all inside had perished, including Captain-General [[Janos Marik]] and his son and legitimate heir, Thomas. In truth, Thomas was narrowly rescued from the attack by [[ComStar]], but his extensive injuries required the use of bionics to save him. It was then decided that a body double should take his place as Captain-General of the Free Worlds League, ostensibly because the people of the Free Worlds League carry strong sentiments against "cyborgs", including prosthetics as well as cybernetic enhancements.{{cn}} Thomas Marik, already affiliated with ComStar, became a cloistered religious zealot, embracing the teachings of [[Conrad Toyama]].{{cn}} + On 1 June [[3035]], during at a meeting to discuss ways to bring the wayward [[Duchy of Andurien]] back into the League, a bomb exploded. It was initially believed that all inside had perished, including Captain-General [[Janos Marik]] and his son and legitimate heir, Thomas. In truth, Thomas was narrowly rescued from the attack by [[ComStar]], but his extensive injuries required the use of bionics to save him. It was then decided that a body double should take his place as Captain-General of the Free Worlds League, ostensibly because the people of the Free Worlds League carry strong sentiments against "cyborgs", including prosthetics as well as cybernetic enhancements.{{cn}} Thomas Marik, already affiliated with ComStar, became a cloistered religious zealot, embracing the teachings of [[Conrad Toyama]]. Meanwhile, the unpopular [[Duncan Marik]] ruled the Free Worlds League and pursued a war of reconquest against the Duchy of Andurien. When the popular "Thomas Marik" returned after more than a year, an enthusiastic Parliament acceded to [[Internal Emergency Act|his many demands]] in order to be rid of Duncan. Most of these requests were laws that [[Addendum to the Incorporation|concentrated more power in the Captain-General's hands]] than there had ever been before, including veto power.<ref name=20YU>''[[20 Year Update]]''</ref> Meanwhile, the unpopular [[Duncan Marik]] ruled the Free Worlds League and pursued a war of reconquest against the Duchy of Andurien. When the popular "Thomas Marik" returned after more than a year, an enthusiastic Parliament acceded to [[Internal Emergency Act|his many demands]] in order to be rid of Duncan. Most of these requests were laws that [[Addendum to the Incorporation|concentrated more power in the Captain-General's hands]] than there had ever been before, including veto power.<ref name=20YU>''[[20 Year Update]]''</ref> − It is uncertain to what extent the real Thomas Marik, who pulled the strings from behind the scenes henceforth, had or even desired control over the rule that his double subsequently exerted over the Free Worlds League in his stead.{{cn}} + It is uncertain to what extent the real Thomas Marik, who pulled the strings from behind the scenes henceforth, had or even desired control over the rule that his double subsequently exerted over the Free Worlds League in his stead. ===Captain-General=== ===Captain-General=== Line 38:
Line 36: The new Captain-General sought stability and peace above all else. Though his realm was unaffected by the [[Clan Invasion]], he still traveled to [[Outreach]] in [[3051]] for the summit concerning how to deal with them. There, he provided the voice of reason, the perfect counterpoint to [[Romano Liao]]. After she stormed out, "Thomas" and Prince [[Hanse Davion]] agreed that the FWL would convert its industry to provide [[Refit Kit|refit packages]] to [[Federated Commonwealth]] troops so that they could more effectively combat the Clans through using the advanced [[Star League]] technology provided by the FWL. In exchange, Hanse offered to treat Thomas's son and heir [[Joshua Marik|Joshua]] (the "false" Thomas Marik's son) and his leukemia at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]].<ref name=stackpole>''[[Blood Legacy]]''</ref> The new Captain-General sought stability and peace above all else. Though his realm was unaffected by the [[Clan Invasion]], he still traveled to [[Outreach]] in [[3051]] for the summit concerning how to deal with them. There, he provided the voice of reason, the perfect counterpoint to [[Romano Liao]]. After she stormed out, "Thomas" and Prince [[Hanse Davion]] agreed that the FWL would convert its industry to provide [[Refit Kit|refit packages]] to [[Federated Commonwealth]] troops so that they could more effectively combat the Clans through using the advanced [[Star League]] technology provided by the FWL. In exchange, Hanse offered to treat Thomas's son and heir [[Joshua Marik|Joshua]] (the "false" Thomas Marik's son) and his leukemia at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]].<ref name=stackpole>''[[Blood Legacy]]''</ref> − The League continued to provide refit packages, even after the temporary defeat of the Clans and the [[Truce of Tukayyid]], and the League's industry grew larger and richer with a guaranteed market for its new, high-tech goods. As the flow of refits slowed, "Thomas" directed the [[Free Worlds League Military]] to purchase them, resulting in a technologically sophisticated [[BattleMech]] force. This force was soon put to the test.{{cn}} + The League continued to provide refit packages, even after the temporary defeat of the Clans and the [[Truce of Tukayyid]], and the League's industry grew larger and richer with a guaranteed market for its new, high-tech goods. As the flow of refits slowed, "Thomas" directed the [[Free Worlds League Military]] to purchase them, resulting in a technologically sophisticated [[BattleMech]] force. This force was soon put to the test. ===ComStar schism=== ===ComStar schism=== − The fallout of Primus [[Myndo Waterly]]'s [[Operation SCORPION]] and her subsequent assassination by [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] led to a schism within [[ComStar]]. Focht and newly-elected Primus [[Sharilar Mori]] decided to reform the order and remove many of its mystical trappings, but there were several groups of reactionaries who did not agree with these changes. Sticking to the old ways, they summarily seceded from the secularized order as the radical splinter group [[Word of Blake]] in [[3052]]. They were a very diverse group in the beginning, united only through their disapproval of the changes within ComStar. Although they initially lacked a coherent leadership, Thomas Marik was almost certainly among their leaders right from the start through his many connections to ComStar leaders.{{cn}} + The fallout of Primus [[Myndo Waterly]]'s [[Operation SCORPION]] and her subsequent assassination by [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] led to a schism within [[ComStar]]. Focht and newly-elected Primus [[Sharilar Mori]] decided to reform the order and remove many of its mystical trappings, but there were several groups of reactionaries who did not agree with these changes. Sticking to the old ways, they summarily seceded from the secularized order as the radical splinter group [[Word of Blake]] in [[3052]]. They were a very diverse group in the beginning, united only through their disapproval of the changes within ComStar. Although they initially lacked a coherent leadership, Thomas Marik was almost certainly among their leaders right from the start through his many connections to ComStar leaders. − Early on, the Captain-General of the Free Worlds League (Thomas' double, acting as Thomas) allowed tens of thousands of Word of Blake zealots to settle on the FWL world of [[Gibson]]. Thomas Marik was named Primus-in-exile by them, which was apparently more an honorary title at the time as the various factions of the [[Word of Blake]] could not agree on a real leader. The Word also took over the administration of [[HPG]]s from ComStar wherever possible, particularly throughout the FWL, ensuring them a source of revenue.{{cn}} + Early on, the Captain-General of the Free Worlds League (Thomas' double, acting as Thomas) allowed tens of thousands of Word of Blake zealots to settle on the FWL world of [[Gibson]]. Thomas Marik was named Primus-in-exile by them, which was apparently more an honorary title at the time as the various factions of the [[Word of Blake]] could not agree on a real leader. The Word also took over the administration of [[HPG]]s from ComStar wherever possible, particularly throughout the FWL, ensuring them a source of revenue. ===War of 3057=== ===War of 3057=== Line 79:
Line 77: ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Thomas Marik.jpg|Portrait of "Thomas Marik" + Thomas Marik.jpg|"Thomas Marik" Portrait + Thomas Marik ShSphere.jpg|"Thomas" at age 72 from ''[[Shattered Sphere]]'' Thomas Marik (4).jpg|At age 60 Thomas Marik (4).jpg|At age 60 − Thomas Marik ER3062.jpg|Thomas at age 70, from ''[[Era Report: 3062|ER:3062]]'' − Thomas Marik ShSphere.jpg|Thomas at age 72 from ''[[Shattered Sphere]]'' Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg|At age 85 Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg|At age 85 Thomas Marik (1).jpg|"Thomas Marik" in his dress uniform. Thomas Marik (1).jpg|"Thomas Marik" in his dress uniform. Line 92:
Line 89: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== * ''[[Dawn of the Jihad]]'' * ''[[Dawn of the Jihad]]'' − * [[Herbert A. Beas II|Beas, Herbert A. II]], ''[https://web.archive.org/web/20050308191029/http://wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/courier/pda.asp?a=38504 Epitaph for a Realm]'', [[WizKids]] Games. + * [[Herbert A. Beas II|Beas, Herbert A. II]], [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/courier/pda.asp?a=38504 Epitaph for a Realm], [[WizKids]] Games. Accessed 2 December 2007. * ''[[Era Report: 3145]]'' * ''[[Era Report: 3145]]'' * ''[[Grave Covenant]]'' (novel) * ''[[Grave Covenant]]'' (novel)
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| name = "Thomas Marik" | | name = "Thomas Marik" | ||
| birthdate = [[2990]]?<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 77</ref> | | birthdate = [[2990]]?<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 77</ref> | ||
| − | | died = [[3097]] | + | | died = [[3097]] |
| othernames = Thomas Halas | | othernames = Thomas Halas | ||
| affiliation = [[Free Worlds League]] | | affiliation = [[Free Worlds League]] | ||
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| parents = | | parents = | ||
| siblings = | | siblings = | ||
| − | | spouse = [[Sophina Desiree]] | + | | spouse = [[Sophina Desiree]]<br/>[[Sherryl Halas]] |
| − | | children = [[Joshua Marik]] | + | | children = [[Joshua Marik]]<br/>[[Janos Halas|Janos III]]<br/>[[Christopher Marik (31st c.)|Christopher Marik]]<br/>[[Jessica Marik]] |
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The public persona of "Thomas Marik", [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], was actually shared between two men, the [[Thomas Marik (Real)|real Thomas Marik]] and his body double, the "false" Thomas Marik. This article is about the "false" Thomas Marik, who would later adopt the name '''Thomas Halas'''. | The public persona of "Thomas Marik", [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]] of the [[Free Worlds League]], was actually shared between two men, the [[Thomas Marik (Real)|real Thomas Marik]] and his body double, the "false" Thomas Marik. This article is about the "false" Thomas Marik, who would later adopt the name '''Thomas Halas'''. | ||
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===Introducing the body double=== | ===Introducing the body double=== | ||
| − | On 1 June [[3035]], during at a meeting to discuss ways to bring the wayward [[Duchy of Andurien]] back into the League, a bomb exploded. It was initially believed that all inside had perished, including Captain-General [[Janos Marik]] and his son and legitimate heir, Thomas. In truth, Thomas was narrowly rescued from the attack by [[ComStar]], but his extensive injuries required the use of bionics to save him. It was then decided that a body double should take his place as Captain-General of the Free Worlds League, ostensibly because the people of the Free Worlds League carry strong sentiments against "cyborgs", including prosthetics as well as cybernetic enhancements.{{cn}} Thomas Marik, already affiliated with ComStar, became a cloistered religious zealot, embracing the teachings of [[Conrad Toyama]]. | + | On 1 June [[3035]], during at a meeting to discuss ways to bring the wayward [[Duchy of Andurien]] back into the League, a bomb exploded. It was initially believed that all inside had perished, including Captain-General [[Janos Marik]] and his son and legitimate heir, Thomas. In truth, Thomas was narrowly rescued from the attack by [[ComStar]], but his extensive injuries required the use of bionics to save him. It was then decided that a body double should take his place as Captain-General of the Free Worlds League, ostensibly because the people of the Free Worlds League carry strong sentiments against "cyborgs", including prosthetics as well as cybernetic enhancements.{{cn}} Thomas Marik, already affiliated with ComStar, became a cloistered religious zealot, embracing the teachings of [[Conrad Toyama]]. |
Meanwhile, the unpopular [[Duncan Marik]] ruled the Free Worlds League and pursued a war of reconquest against the Duchy of Andurien. When the popular "Thomas Marik" returned after more than a year, an enthusiastic Parliament acceded to [[Internal Emergency Act|his many demands]] in order to be rid of Duncan. Most of these requests were laws that [[Addendum to the Incorporation|concentrated more power in the Captain-General's hands]] than there had ever been before, including veto power.<ref name=20YU>''[[20 Year Update]]''</ref> | Meanwhile, the unpopular [[Duncan Marik]] ruled the Free Worlds League and pursued a war of reconquest against the Duchy of Andurien. When the popular "Thomas Marik" returned after more than a year, an enthusiastic Parliament acceded to [[Internal Emergency Act|his many demands]] in order to be rid of Duncan. Most of these requests were laws that [[Addendum to the Incorporation|concentrated more power in the Captain-General's hands]] than there had ever been before, including veto power.<ref name=20YU>''[[20 Year Update]]''</ref> | ||
| − | It is uncertain to what extent the real Thomas Marik, who pulled the strings from behind the scenes henceforth, had or even desired control over the rule that his double subsequently exerted over the Free Worlds League in his stead. | + | It is uncertain to what extent the real Thomas Marik, who pulled the strings from behind the scenes henceforth, had or even desired control over the rule that his double subsequently exerted over the Free Worlds League in his stead. |
===Captain-General=== | ===Captain-General=== | ||
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The new Captain-General sought stability and peace above all else. Though his realm was unaffected by the [[Clan Invasion]], he still traveled to [[Outreach]] in [[3051]] for the summit concerning how to deal with them. There, he provided the voice of reason, the perfect counterpoint to [[Romano Liao]]. After she stormed out, "Thomas" and Prince [[Hanse Davion]] agreed that the FWL would convert its industry to provide [[Refit Kit|refit packages]] to [[Federated Commonwealth]] troops so that they could more effectively combat the Clans through using the advanced [[Star League]] technology provided by the FWL. In exchange, Hanse offered to treat Thomas's son and heir [[Joshua Marik|Joshua]] (the "false" Thomas Marik's son) and his leukemia at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]].<ref name=stackpole>''[[Blood Legacy]]''</ref> | The new Captain-General sought stability and peace above all else. Though his realm was unaffected by the [[Clan Invasion]], he still traveled to [[Outreach]] in [[3051]] for the summit concerning how to deal with them. There, he provided the voice of reason, the perfect counterpoint to [[Romano Liao]]. After she stormed out, "Thomas" and Prince [[Hanse Davion]] agreed that the FWL would convert its industry to provide [[Refit Kit|refit packages]] to [[Federated Commonwealth]] troops so that they could more effectively combat the Clans through using the advanced [[Star League]] technology provided by the FWL. In exchange, Hanse offered to treat Thomas's son and heir [[Joshua Marik|Joshua]] (the "false" Thomas Marik's son) and his leukemia at the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]].<ref name=stackpole>''[[Blood Legacy]]''</ref> | ||
| − | The League continued to provide refit packages, even after the temporary defeat of the Clans and the [[Truce of Tukayyid]], and the League's industry grew larger and richer with a guaranteed market for its new, high-tech goods. As the flow of refits slowed, "Thomas" directed the [[Free Worlds League Military]] to purchase them, resulting in a technologically sophisticated [[BattleMech]] force. This force was soon put to the test. | + | The League continued to provide refit packages, even after the temporary defeat of the Clans and the [[Truce of Tukayyid]], and the League's industry grew larger and richer with a guaranteed market for its new, high-tech goods. As the flow of refits slowed, "Thomas" directed the [[Free Worlds League Military]] to purchase them, resulting in a technologically sophisticated [[BattleMech]] force. This force was soon put to the test. |
===ComStar schism=== | ===ComStar schism=== | ||
| − | The fallout of Primus [[Myndo Waterly]]'s [[Operation SCORPION]] and her subsequent assassination by [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] led to a schism within [[ComStar]]. Focht and newly-elected Primus [[Sharilar Mori]] decided to reform the order and remove many of its mystical trappings, but there were several groups of reactionaries who did not agree with these changes. Sticking to the old ways, they summarily seceded from the secularized order as the radical splinter group [[Word of Blake]] in [[3052]]. They were a very diverse group in the beginning, united only through their disapproval of the changes within ComStar. Although they initially lacked a coherent leadership, Thomas Marik was almost certainly among their leaders right from the start through his many connections to ComStar leaders. | + | The fallout of Primus [[Myndo Waterly]]'s [[Operation SCORPION]] and her subsequent assassination by [[Precentor Martial of ComStar|Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] led to a schism within [[ComStar]]. Focht and newly-elected Primus [[Sharilar Mori]] decided to reform the order and remove many of its mystical trappings, but there were several groups of reactionaries who did not agree with these changes. Sticking to the old ways, they summarily seceded from the secularized order as the radical splinter group [[Word of Blake]] in [[3052]]. They were a very diverse group in the beginning, united only through their disapproval of the changes within ComStar. Although they initially lacked a coherent leadership, Thomas Marik was almost certainly among their leaders right from the start through his many connections to ComStar leaders. |
| − | Early on, the Captain-General of the Free Worlds League (Thomas' double, acting as Thomas) allowed tens of thousands of Word of Blake zealots to settle on the FWL world of [[Gibson]]. Thomas Marik was named Primus-in-exile by them, which was apparently more an honorary title at the time as the various factions of the [[Word of Blake]] could not agree on a real leader. The Word also took over the administration of [[HPG]]s from ComStar wherever possible, particularly throughout the FWL, ensuring them a source of revenue. | + | Early on, the Captain-General of the Free Worlds League (Thomas' double, acting as Thomas) allowed tens of thousands of Word of Blake zealots to settle on the FWL world of [[Gibson]]. Thomas Marik was named Primus-in-exile by them, which was apparently more an honorary title at the time as the various factions of the [[Word of Blake]] could not agree on a real leader. The Word also took over the administration of [[HPG]]s from ComStar wherever possible, particularly throughout the FWL, ensuring them a source of revenue. |
===War of 3057=== | ===War of 3057=== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Thomas Marik.jpg|Portrait | + | Thomas Marik.jpg|"Thomas Marik" Portrait |
| + | Thomas Marik ShSphere.jpg|"Thomas" at age 72 from ''[[Shattered Sphere]]'' | ||
Thomas Marik (4).jpg|At age 60 | Thomas Marik (4).jpg|At age 60 | ||
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Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg|At age 85 | Thomas Marik from Jihad Secrets.jpg|At age 85 | ||
Thomas Marik (1).jpg|"Thomas Marik" in his dress uniform. | Thomas Marik (1).jpg|"Thomas Marik" in his dress uniform. | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[Dawn of the Jihad]]'' | * ''[[Dawn of the Jihad]]'' | ||
| − | * [[Herbert A. Beas II|Beas, Herbert A. II]], | + | * [[Herbert A. Beas II|Beas, Herbert A. II]], [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/courier/pda.asp?a=38504 Epitaph for a Realm], [[WizKids]] Games. Accessed 2 December 2007. |
* ''[[Era Report: 3145]]'' | * ''[[Era Report: 3145]]'' | ||
* ''[[Grave Covenant]]'' (novel) | * ''[[Grave Covenant]]'' (novel) | ||