Philip the Bold ( January 17, 1342 – April 27, 1404, Halle) is Duke of Burgundy (as Philip II) and jure uxoris Count of Flanders (as Philip II), Artois and Burgundy (as Philip IV).
The fourth and youngest son of King John II of France and his wife, Bonne of Luxembourg, Philip is the founder of the Burgundian branch of the House of Valois.
His vast collection of territories make him the undisputed premier peer, and make his successors formidable rivals of the King of France.