Karl Raskop was born in the year 3138, on September 1st, in the capital city of Haldor. His father was a bus driver while his mother worked as a copyist. Karl received a basic education at a public school. He graduated from secondary school in 3156. Since he knew he wouldn't be able to afford a university education, he enlisted in the Navy at the age of eighteen, holding the post of Shipman 2nd class for the one year enlistment period. Upon his discharge, was offered a naval scholarship to a university of his choice. He selected the University of Haldor and chose to major in Economics. He graduated in 3161, and entered the world of the stock exchange. However, he soon became disillusioned with the ebb and flow of finance and spent a few months researching political science and history. He