Jerold I of Arlandica

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Jerold I
National Hero of Arlandica
Duke of Kalinawan
AGCO ACI MFF BCVR JRVW
Official portrait, 2024
King of Arlandica
Reign26 December 2020 - present
PredecessorThrone established
Supreme Leader of FDRA
In office
20 April 2020 – 26 December 2020
Preceded byOffice established
Succeeded byOffice abolished
Minister of Information
Assumed office
19 February 2024
Preceded byOffice established
Born20 April 2007 (2007-04-20) (age 16)
Southern Philippines Medical Center, Bajada, Davao City, Philippines
HouseArlandica
ReligionCatholicism
OccupationStudent
Military career
Allegiance Arlandica
Service/branch Civil Guards of Arlandica
Years of serviceOctober 10, 2020 - present
Rank Grand Marshal
Unit1st Infantry Group, Mainland Security Unit
Battles/wars
Styles of
Jerold I
Reference styleHis Majesty
Spoken styleYour Majesty
Alternative styleSir, Mister (Mr.)

Jerold Jr. Lopez Garte (born April 20, 2007), commonly known as Ar and later known by his regnal name Jerold I, is a micronationalist. He serves as the founder and current monarch of the Kingdom of Arlandica.

Personal life

Jerold I was born on April 20, 2007, in Davao City, Philippines. He is the first child of his parents, Analie Lopez and Jerold Barlizo. Jerold I's interest in flags became apparent early on, sparking a passion for history, government, and politics.

He attended Cornelio C. Reta Sr. Elementary School for his grade school years, Cabantian National High School for his high school education, and is currently enrolled in Cabantian Stand Alone Senior High School in Davao City.

Religion

Jerold I was raised as a Catholic and developed strong faith. He regularly attended church, particularly on Sundays, with his family.

Writing career

Jerold I began writing opinion articles for the school newspaper organization, Graphema, during his 10th grade. He submitted numerous write-ups, leading his teachers to recognize him as a campus journalist. In his 11th grade, he was elected as an officer in the English Guild, an extracurricular club, for the school year 2023-2024. He became the Editor-in-Chief of the school newspaper, The Cliff.

In micronationalism, he also serves as the Editor-in-chief of the Santo Niño Post. Notably, the constitution of Arlandica stands as the longest write-up he has undertaken.

Driven by his passion, Jerold I aims to publish novels and other literary works in the future. To this day, he remains committed to pursuing his journalism.

Micronational career

An another portrait of Jerold I.

At the age of 13, Jerold I embarked on his micronational journey, founding Arlandica on April 20, 2020, which coincided with his birthday, serving as a unique birthday gift to himself. Arlandica emerged as both a personal project and a political secessionist entity. He formally entered the micronational community on October 10, 2020.

From its inception until December 26, 2020, he held the position of supreme leader within the Federal Democratic Republic of Arland (FDRA) and was a member of the United Arland Communist Party. However, he eventually left the party in order to dissolve it and eliminate all leftist ideologies within the country, a decision that triggered a failed coup attempt. On December 26, 2020, Jerold I was crowned as the monarch of Arlandica, marking the establishment of the Arlandican monarchy.

Subsequently, on May 23, 2022, he enacted the present constitution of Arlandica. Jerold I's influence grew to make him a central figure in Arlandican history, leading to his designation as the National Hero of Arlandica.

Political views

Jerold I describes himself as a right-wing conservative and a supporter of monarchism. He opposes the spread of leftist ideologies, such as communism. He promotes Arlandican nationalism, the country's national ideology. Currently, Jerold I is not affiliated with any micronational or macronational political parties.

In the early years of Arlandica's establishment, Jerold I initially adhered to Marxist-Leninism but later abandoned it, embracing a right-wing conservative stance.

Since 2021, Jerold I has advocated for the reform of the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines, considering himself a reformist. He believes the current constitution is not effective, citing economic restrictions hindering the Philippines' potential for growth.

On November 7, 2023, according to His Majesty's Office, he described himself as a meat eater and criticized the rise of veganism. Jerold I has faced accusations of being anti-feminist and anti-LGBTQ, which he denies, stating, "I don't tolerate any discriminations against women and the LGBTQ community, and we should respect the enumerated rights of the people."

Awards and decorations

Royal cypher of King Jerold I

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