Aultcray Melromarc XXXII, born Lüge Lansarz Faubrey, was the thirtieth legitimate heir to Faubrey's throne. The Hakuko race, a demi-human group from Siltvelt, killed his parents and loved ones. Faubrey's political inaction fueled his hatred for both nations. Only his blind younger sister, Lucia, survived alongside him. They fled to Melromarc, a kingdom advocating human supremacy, where he concealed his royal lineage under the name Lüge Lancarose. He later adopted the name Aultcray Melromarc XXXII upon marrying Queen Mirellia Q Melromarc and becoming king consort.
During the war against Siltvelt, Aultcray rose to prominence as a military officer. He defeated the previous wielder in a duel to claim the Vassal Staff, becoming the Staff Hero. His strategic brilliance earned him the moniker "Wise King," and his presence alone swayed battle outcomes. He exacted vengeance by killing the Hakuko supreme leader, Tai Ran Ga Feon. His marriage solidified his position, though his hatred for demi-humans extended to the Shield Hero, worshipped by Siltvelt.
As king, Aultcray arranged the summoning of all four Cardinal Heroes to Melromarc, violating the one-hero-per-nation tradition. This act nearly triggered international conflicts, requiring Mirellia's diplomatic intervention. Manipulated by his eldest daughter Malty and the Church of the Three Heroes, he falsely accused the Shield Hero, Naofumi Iwatani, of rape and systematically sabotaged him by withholding resources, restricting access to the Dragon Hourglass, and confiscating belongings. His bias stemmed from trauma and Malty's exploitation of his protective instincts.
Upon Mirellia's return, she exposed his abuses and the Church's conspiracy. Stripped of his royal title and legally renamed "Trash" as punishment, he was reduced to a commoner. His appearance deteriorated to wearing only underpants and a cloak, reflecting his diminished status. The Vassal Staff had ceased responding to him years prior, symbolizing his unworthiness.
Aultcray's path to redemption began upon learning his sister Lucia had children, Atla and Fohl. Atla's resemblance to Lucia softened his prejudices. Following Mirellia's murder by Takt—aided by Malty—he reclaimed the Vassal Staff. He orchestrated strategies against Takt's forces, demonstrating his tactical genius and earning Naofumi's reluctant respect. He accepted the name "Trash" as penance and supported Melty's rule as an advisor.
In the spin-off *Reprise of the Spear Hero*, an alternate timeline depicts an unredeemed Aultcray remaining an antagonist. He orders Malty's execution after her role in Mirellia's death, calling her a "shameless woman."
His abilities as the Staff Hero included versatile magic: **Float Mirror** for defense, **Air Strike Blast** for offense, and **High-Class Group Spell: "Ice Meteor"** for large-scale attacks. Support magic like **Aura** enhanced allies, while **Magic Prism** reflected enemy spells.
Aultcray died confronting Motoyasu during a revolution in one timeline, though details of his final fate vary across adaptations.
Titles
Aultcray Melromarc XXXII