Gelderian Emperor
CharacterThe Gelderian Emperor rules the planet Gelderia and holds a seat in the Coalition of Planets, the alliance of worlds pushing back against Viltrumite conquest. He appears during the Coalition's debate over whether a half-human newcomer could turn the long war in their favor.
Appearance
The emperor belongs to the Gelderians, one of the alien peoples gathered under the Coalition banner. The series introduces him through his standing as a sovereign ruler rather than dwelling on the particulars of his form.
Personality
When word reaches him of the young Viltrumite-human hybrid, the emperor lines up with the doubters, unwilling to place any faith in an untested outsider. His wariness paints him as a cautious head of state, guarding his people's interests before gambling on a stranger.
History
Little is documented about him beyond his rule over Gelderia and his place among the Coalition of Planets, a seat he took after the Viltrum Empire turned its aggression on his homeworld. He is present when Allen the Alien reports the existence of Invincible, the hybrid born of Viltrumite and human parents. Like the rest of the assembly, the emperor resisted the notion of trusting the newcomer, though Thaedus threw his weight behind Allen's argument that the young fighter could prove the key to finally ending the war against the Viltrumites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Gelderians in Invincible?
The Gelderians are an alien people ruled by the Gelderian Emperor and represented in the Coalition of Planets, the alliance of worlds resisting Viltrumite conquest.
What planet does the Gelderian Emperor rule?
The Gelderian Emperor rules the planet Gelderia and holds a seat in the Coalition of Planets.
How did the Gelderian Emperor join the Coalition of Planets?
The Gelderian Emperor took his seat in the Coalition of Planets after the Viltrum Empire turned its aggression on his homeworld, Gelderia.
How does the Gelderian Emperor react to Invincible joining the Coalition?
The Gelderian Emperor is skeptical, lining up with the Coalition members who doubt the untested half-human hybrid Invincible, though Thaedus argues in Invincible's favor.
Who voices the Gelderian Emperor in Invincible?
Phil LaMarr voices the Gelderian Emperor in Invincible.
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