Kexer

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Kexer
Alias(es)	Kex
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Crown Prince's Royal Guards / Crown Prince Guard Legion
Occupation/Role	Captain and later commander of the Crown Prince's Royal Guards
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 11

Background / History

Kexer became Joseph's personal guard when Joseph was four years old. Queen Mary promoted him to captain two years later, placing him under Versailles Palace Court Guard captain Major Fersen's authority. 11 127

During the Saint-Antoine unrest, Kexer initially opposed Joseph's order to deploy the Crown Prince Guards, believing their sole duty was the Crown Prince's protection. Joseph persuaded him with Louis XVI's written authorization and the threat of personally joining the patrols; Kexer then mobilized more than one hundred guards, including cavalrymen, while retaining fifteen men for Joseph's security. 11

By the campaign period, he served as commander of the Royal Guards and carried out Joseph's confidential instructions without demanding explanations. 365

Personality

Kexer is intensely protective of Joseph and consistently prioritizes the Crown Prince's immediate safety, even when this conflicts with wider military or political needs. He reluctantly deploys his men when ordered, but remains vigilant about risks and repeatedly urges Joseph to move to safer locations during wartime. 11 332 759

He is dutiful and direct rather than politically subtle. When Joseph's plans require covert action, Kexer follows through completely, declaring his willingness to sacrifice his life for the Crown Prince. 127

Abilities & Skills

Command and Security Leadership

Kexer can rapidly organize and direct the Crown Prince's guards in both public-security and military settings.

• Mobilized over one hundred guards into five orderly ranks after receiving Joseph's order. 11
• Directed officers and cavalrymen during the Saint-Antoine deployment. 11
• Assigned Royal Guards to maintain order during crowded public events, including the Paris Angel store opening and a locomotive trial. 39 1201
• Directed Personal Guards to clear a route for Joseph and Alexandra. 1067

Personal Protection

Kexer reacts quickly to suspected threats against Joseph and those under his protection.

• Drew his sword and moved beside Eman to shield Joseph from the apparently threatening Perna. 28
• Investigated Camellia's fall overboard and ordered the suspected culprit restrained. 668
• Rushed to Joseph's aid upon hearing what he believed was an assassination attempt, decisively disarming Soleil. 538
• Prepared the Royal Guards to defend Joseph and Alexandra when a lion attacked their zoo sightseeing carriage. 1069 1070

Combat and Field Command

Kexer is an experienced mounted officer capable of leading Royal Guard reinforcements in battle.

• Led the Royal Guards to rescue Napoleon Bonaparte's isolated artillery company from Prussian cavalry, despite preferring to remain with Joseph. 332
• Provided battlefield transport and protection for Joseph, including arranging shelter when severe rain made the road impassable. 119
• Explained the Decisive's maneuverability and steam-powered performance to Queen Mary, showing familiarity with modern warships. 1444

Covert Operations

Kexer can oversee deceptive operations through trusted subordinates.

• Used his subordinate Odorik and surviving Blood Blade Gang members in an operation targeting General Bessonval. 127
• Personally oversaw the handling of Blood Blade Gang members after their capture, as Joseph considered the matter too sensitive to involve Fouché further. 127
• Carried out Joseph's secret instructions concerning the Mason Legion without questioning their purpose. 365

Relationships

• Joseph — His Crown Prince and principal charge; Kexer has served him since childhood and follows his orders even when he considers them dangerous. 11 127
• Queen Mary — Promoted Kexer to captain two years after he entered Joseph's service. 127
• Major Fersen — Captain of the Versailles Palace Court Guard and Kexer's direct superior during the early story. 11
• Eman — Fellow member of Joseph's close protective staff; they coordinate during security incidents and food-safety checks. 28 119
• Odorik — Kexer's trusted subordinate, used as an undercover operative in the Bessonval operation. 127
• Napoleon Bonaparte — Rescued by Kexer and the Royal Guards after Joseph ordered them to reinforce Napoleon's artillery company. 332
• Alexandra — Protects the Crown Princess Consort alongside Joseph, including during the lion attack at Sasha Zoo. 1069 1070

Story Role / Major Arcs

Saint-Antoine Security Crisis

Kexer resists sending the Crown Prince Guards away from Joseph during the rise in criminal activity, but ultimately deploys them to restore order in Saint-Antoine. 11

Bessonval Operation

Kexer organizes an operation involving disguised men, gang survivors, and his trusted subordinate Odorik to entrap General Bessonval. He later presides over the matter after the gang members are apprehended. 127

Military Reform and Campaigns

As commander of the Royal Guards, Kexer executes Joseph's confidential military instructions and later leads reinforcements to save Napoleon's artillerymen from Prussian cavalry. 365 332

Royal Protection in Later Years

Kexer continues managing Joseph's security at major demonstrations, public appearances, travel, and Sasha Zoo, where he responds immediately to a lion breaching a sightseeing carriage window. 1095 1201 1363 1069

Notable Quotes

“Your Highness, I will do anything for you, including offering up my life!” 127

“Isn't it because of your Artillery Company? His Highness was worried that so few of you, so far from the main force, might be in danger, so he sent me to reinforce you.” 332