Offa of Mercia
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Offa (died 796) was the King of Mercia, reigning from 757 until his death. His rapid expansion of his territory paved the way for the unification of England, and he was considered the most powerful Anglo-Saxon king before Alfred the Great. He was also part of the Order of the Ancients based in England
Legacy
He was remember as a member loyal of the Order. A grandson of one of his servants, Tata, later learned all he could of Offa, including his membership of the Order, and sought to follow in his footsteps.[1]
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed: Valhalla (mentioned only)
References
