Description: (Monarch)
Æthelwold of Wessex vied for the throne following Alfred's passing, asserting his rights over Edward. He used a nun's abduction to bolster his claim, showcasing his determination to rule by taking her to significant sites. Seeking refuge with the Danes, he was crowned king in Northumbria, using it as a launchpad for his ambitions in Wessex. He attempted to gain support in Essex and East Anglia, engaging in skirmishes and conflicts against Edward before meeting his demise at the Battle of the Holme.