Richard Altner is the commanding officer of the 177th Armored Division of the Giad Federacy's Western Army Group. His military rank is Major General. He was a university classmate of Grethe Wenzel and Willem Ehrenfried, serving as their senior.
Although Richard Altner initially regarded the 86 EIGHTY-SIX with some caution, this concern was not rooted in prejudice. Instead, he was apprehensive about their inexperience with life outside the battlefield and worried about their uncertain futures. His care came from a place of empathy, understanding the instability that comes with living solely for combat.
Despite his concerns, Richard Altner chose not to interfere directly. He preferred to keep a watchful eye on the members of the 86 EIGHTY-SIX from behind the scenes, quietly supporting them as they gradually reclaimed their sense of humanity. He respected their journey towards discovering their own identities beyond being soldiers.
During the Republic’s evacuation operation, Richard Altner personally took command as the operation’s leader. Demonstrating both courage and selflessness, he led the rearguard himself. Sacrificing his unit to buy precious time for the main force to withdraw, Richard Altner ultimately fell in battle, ensuring the successful retreat of his allies at the cost of his own life.
Richard Altner’s leadership, compassion, and honorable sacrifice left a lasting mark on all those who served under him.
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