[All dates are given by the Xanthalian calendar.]

Tenĭn Kĭsnąş was born in 313 in Walz on Frelănd, where he lived for his entire childhood. Brought up by his father after his mother died in 314, Kĭsnąş had political ambitions from a young age. He was an above-average student, marked by his volunteer hours to community service and participation in activist groups. Though he was a member of several Democratic Capitalist groups as a young man, he had shunned political affiliation by the time he left school to join the military in 320.

Kĭsnąş served in the Planetary Forces Reserve until 323, where he met and married Vanko Drios. Kĭsnąş reached the rank of Bomowąs before resigning his commission to pursue his political career. He and Vanko had their first child, a girl named Fəlesą, in 324, while Tenĭn was serving his first of two terms on the local legislature in Kăm. Their second girl, Săşą was born in 326, not long after her father was elected to the Council. Kĭsnąş made his bid for a place on the Triumvirate in 328, which he won by a narrow margin. He now lives with his family in a suburb of Jĭn Rĭn.

Physical description

Tenĭn Kĭsnąş is 158 centimeters tall, making up for his lack of height with the considerable bulk his species is known for. Save for a skull that is slightly compressed, his appearance is unremarkable, otherwise comparable to other mon calamari.

Personality and politics

Tenĭn Kĭsnąş is of average intelligence, and has a strong command of both Mirfakan and English, his first language. Diplomatic and open-minded, he is also firm. Kĭsnąş has a very balanced personality, and is a loyal follower of the Lutheran church. He is known for his caring attitude and thoughtful approach to problems.

As a politician, Kĭsnąş has always preferred to promote the freedom of the people, especially in economic forums. He is a moderate through and through, always willing to hear all sides of an issue and able to see the benefits and failings of each approach. His level head and genuine concern for the individual, along with his charming personality and down-to-earth speech, have made him a man of the people. Kĭsnąş has come to be admired by the public for his cautious approach to sensitive issues and a decisiveness that gives his actions an air of confidence without conceit.

Political history

• 318: Kĭsnąş begins volunteering for community service. He becomes a member of the Democratic Capitalist Party.
• 319: Kĭsnąş leaves the Democratic Capitalist Party and leads a citizen initiative to add more lightning rods in Kăm.
• 323: Kĭsnąş is elected to the Kăm legislature with 27% initial voter support and 57% in the third runoff.
• 324: Kĭsnąş is re-elected with 40% initial voter support and 53% in the first runoff.
• 325: Kĭsnąş is elected as Krą’s State Councilor with 31% initial voter support and 56% in the fourth runoff.
• 327: Kĭsnąş introduces legislation to increase tax refunds for small businesses.
• 328: Kĭsnąş is elected to the Xanthalian Triumvirate and becomes Third Triumvir with 22% initial voter support and 50% in the fourth runoff.
• 329: Kĭsnąş supports the International Planespace Tactical Security Agreement.
• 330: Kĭsnąş supports Xanthalian purchase of the Kanell System.
• 331: Kĭsnąş supports the foundation of the Common Bank. He is re-elected with 39% initial voter support and 54% in the second runoff.

Personal quotes

“The challenge is to apply ancient principles of religion to modern society.” -318

“On a political landscape as rough as ours, I think it’s rather foolish to bind myself to a small group’s expectations. I’m not changing my principles; I’m just avoiding the whip.” -319

“When all is said and done, I think we all want the same things; it’s the means that we like to bicker about, not the ends.” -325

“Freedom applies not only to civil liberties, but economic liberties as well. We quash freedom when we commandeer the finances of individuals for our own purposes.” -327

“No decision should be rushed. Even in crisis, those who move without thinking invite greater disaster.” -330