Nils I, known as The Peaceful (Nilsi Roliki) was the first King of Thorway from 1370 - 1393. He was born in 1346 and was out of a wealthy family from Halmerhaven. In 1369 he bought the island of Thorway from the Danish King. In 1370 he was crowned as king of Thorway, after declaring Thorways independence. King Nils was married to Amalie who gave birth to his 4 sons; Malthe I, Nils II, Prince William of Thorway and Prince Hans of Thorway. Nils died in 1393 after beeing killed by his wife's brother after a fight. After his death Crownprince Malthe was crowned King of Thorway.