King Gustav was the hereditary monarch of Kaznia.
History[]
Gustav gained immense world popularity through active contributions to an International Space Station, but at the cost of economic stability at home. Few people outside Kaznia realized that Gustav imposed high taxes on the Kaznians, which impoverished the country. He had also had an authoritarian style of leadership which alienated minorities, but the biggest complaint of the commoners was their crumbling infrastructure and low standard of living, which was stirring tax revolts. Surprisingly, despite his harsh rule, King Gustav earned a reputation as a warmer monarch than was expected of a Kaznian leader. Given his predecessors, such as the Regent, had had horrible reputations for despotism, this may be technically true.
After arranging the marriage of his daughter, Audrey, to Vandal Savage, the space program's administrator, Gustav was poisoned by one of Savage's agents disguised as a chambermaid, becoming paralyzed by an apparent stroke. With him incapacitated, Audrey assumed the throne.
When the royal palace was destroyed in the Justice League's fight to stop Savage's plot, Gustav was being carried over the shoulder of a Kaznian soldier in the evacuation. It is unknown whether he ever recovered from his poisoning, but at a later date, Audrey was still shown to be ruling Kaznia.
Appearances[]
Justice League
- "Maid of Honor, Part I"
- "Maid of Honor, Part II" (Cameo)