William, the duke of Normandy: 1048 to 1060
King Henry hears you out, then he explains why he is going to disfranchise you and make your uncle the next duke of Normandy. He feels that a more "mature" man is needed for such a responsibility. (In fact, you have proven too dangerous to Henry's position as your liege lord; a more tractable man is desired, but he doesn't say that.) You will be compensated with a fief in the Īle de France. And of course, your reinstatement as duke remains a theoretical possibility, thus posing a check on Talou's future behavior: king Henry can always bring you back, and your brief reign has been increasingly popular: which has been the problem: you have outgrown your bastardy enough to make the king want you removed. You have foolishly played into his hands. We thought you were more savvy than this. History will remember you as William the Bastard only; no "Conqueror" for you.
