Demetrio Earthwold, first prince of the Earthworld Empire, clings to his birthright as eldest son to secure his place in the imperial succession. Though positioned to inherit power, he lacks political cunning or strategic foresight, relying solely on tradition and the backing of conservative factions. His brittle pride festers into jealousy toward Wein Salema Arbalest, a fellow heir whose growing influence overshadows Demetrio’s stagnant standing. This resentment drives him to orchestrate petty, ill-conceived schemes against Wein—acts fueled more by spite than logic, often unraveling due to their own recklessness.

A confrontation with Wein epitomizes his self-destructive impulses: Demetrio defiantly drinks tea suspected of poison, choosing spite over survival. Such decisions expose his inability to navigate challenges beyond brute defiance. While fixated on maintaining his status as eldest heir, his irrational judgments and shortsightedness leave him outmatched by rivals. Each clash with Wein underscores his obsession with diminishing the prince’s accomplishments, a futile attempt to mask his own inadequacies in a world where merit threatens birthright.