Count von Buol

 is a character on The Empress. He is portrayed by Leopold Hornung.

Biography
Count von Buol is the foreign minister. He advises Franz to join the war.

Throughout The Empress
At a meeting, Franz heard news of wars in other countries. Buol, foreign minister, advised Franz to join the war, however, Bach, interior minister, advocated for peace. Buol mocked Bach for his views and urged Franz to pick a side. His mother, Sophie, wanted Franz to side with the Russians and join their war against the Ottoman Empire. However, his brother, Maximilian wanted Franz to side with the West. Franz decided that Austria would not go to war, disappointing his family and most of his advisors.

Appearances

 * Season One


 * The Arrival
 * The Wedding
 * ''The Hunt
 * The Shoes
 * The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent