Midas Montague—The wealthiest man in the world (All That Glitters). A handsome rake of a man, born into poverty, he became an expert metallurgist. He derived his fortune from mineral rights; many of which were obtained through suspicious circumstances. Though he never achieved a title, due to his great wealth, Midas became one of the most powerful and influential men on the planet. When the United was formed, it was almost unanimous that Midas be put in charge of the mint. What could the Crimson Empire have to offer him to undermine the United’s economy? |