Post by Eric Easy E Pelka on Jun 11, 2010 1:09:40 GMT -5
Antioch[/u]
The first archived living being is widely accepted as First Emperor Antioch. It is said that he set foot onto the green plains of Antioch, proclaiming, "This here land, the Gods themselves have blessed!" It was here his followers and he set the foundation of a grand city, Sun Antioch, the capital of a new and everlasting Empire. Swiftly this Empire grew, as man began to spread its seed across the vast land. Sadly just ten years into the fledgling mammoth, Emperor Antioch died, leaving his legacy to be usurped.
His heir was to be his son, and so for five generations the Antioch line ruled valiantly. However with expansion, unrest was bound to follow. Factions amongst the imperial advisers began to plot against the Imperial bloodline, seeing no progress underneath the Antioch family rule. Finally, Antioch erupted into an eight year bloody civil war.
The throne of Antioch became a grave for all who sat upon it. Out of the ten sons of Antioch X, six were assassinated and two defected to the rebellion. It seemed as though the entire nation believed it had a right to the coveted throne. However, one man by the name of Boris Zargolve, rose above the rest, and swiftly took control of the land. It wasn’t long before he lay siege upon the Holy city of Sun Antioch. For ten weeks the capital remained in rubble, under constant bombardment. Many casualties emassed in the city including the Emperor’s last remaining loyal brother. Unable to bare the loss of his beloved sibling and tired of the blood, Antioch XVII seceded from his throne and handed it willingly to the militant Zargolve.
Never wanting such a bloody war to happen again, Zargolve disbanded the current army, and erected a new one of truly loyal men. As a safeguard against such tyranny, the Imperial Senate was erected. Zargolve hoped this would allow democracy to continue underneath the guidance of a strong Emperor. Zargolve died a year later, yet without any problems a new Emperor was elected to replace him.
For 500 years this balance was left unscathed and the borders were halted at the coasts of the Oceanus Pacificum and Sea of Atlios Ignotus, with a land border at the city of Porta Sanctus Terra, the last city before the land bridge of Beringia. However, the ambitions of man could not be quenched.
Emperor Uriel Dagon Tornoch had a vision one night. It spoke of a land of wonders unmatched. The Emperor knew this was a calling from God. Ordering his most trusted adviser, Zhang Zu, to explore past the ocean into the outer regions, he hoped to discover this promise land he had envisioned.
For 40 years the Emperor awaited his prized adviser. As the Empire settled down grieving over the loss of their believed to be lost comrade, an unfamiliar legion of troops, massive in size, marched across the borders. For five years the Army ravaged the lands with dark magicks and vile tactics. The Lich Lord in control of the Legion devastated every inch of the massive continent. It seemed as though the land was powerless to the evil Lord’s agenda.
The Lich was discovered to be under the direct control of an evil God of the ancients named Caleegunous. However, as all hope seemed to be lost the missing confidant Zhang Zu arrived with a contingent of Imperial Guardsman. The tide of the battle changed and just as victory was at the cusp Dokurochi. Leader of the guard betrayed the Empire and killed the Emperor. Zhang Zu defeated the traitor and led the armies of Antioch to an astounding victory against the dark hordes. After a fierce ten day battle Sun Antioch was secured and Zhang Zu immediately usurped the throne.
Under Zhang Zu, a massive Military was erected to augment that of his conscripted troops from the unknown regions. He decided to keep intact the Senate yet limit their power. Willingly, many agreed, giving into the allure of his safe and secure society. The Church of Antioch was built around the findings of Zhang, and became the first monotheistic religion of the entire nation. Citizens were forced to accept.
Now ten years have passed, and the Empire rests easily under its Iron fisted Dictator. He is beloved, and he is feared. Yet his eyes have never left the land he came to know as Ferwyn Tameel. Far more power lie beyond the borders of Antioch and ambitious heart lusted for it. A series of missionaries from the Church of Antioch have been sent out to preach to the heathen Natives of the land beyond. This however is simply reconnaissance for a full out invasion of the territories. Zhang is still planning to this day.
The first archived living being is widely accepted as First Emperor Antioch. It is said that he set foot onto the green plains of Antioch, proclaiming, "This here land, the Gods themselves have blessed!" It was here his followers and he set the foundation of a grand city, Sun Antioch, the capital of a new and everlasting Empire. Swiftly this Empire grew, as man began to spread its seed across the vast land. Sadly just ten years into the fledgling mammoth, Emperor Antioch died, leaving his legacy to be usurped.
His heir was to be his son, and so for five generations the Antioch line ruled valiantly. However with expansion, unrest was bound to follow. Factions amongst the imperial advisers began to plot against the Imperial bloodline, seeing no progress underneath the Antioch family rule. Finally, Antioch erupted into an eight year bloody civil war.
The throne of Antioch became a grave for all who sat upon it. Out of the ten sons of Antioch X, six were assassinated and two defected to the rebellion. It seemed as though the entire nation believed it had a right to the coveted throne. However, one man by the name of Boris Zargolve, rose above the rest, and swiftly took control of the land. It wasn’t long before he lay siege upon the Holy city of Sun Antioch. For ten weeks the capital remained in rubble, under constant bombardment. Many casualties emassed in the city including the Emperor’s last remaining loyal brother. Unable to bare the loss of his beloved sibling and tired of the blood, Antioch XVII seceded from his throne and handed it willingly to the militant Zargolve.
Never wanting such a bloody war to happen again, Zargolve disbanded the current army, and erected a new one of truly loyal men. As a safeguard against such tyranny, the Imperial Senate was erected. Zargolve hoped this would allow democracy to continue underneath the guidance of a strong Emperor. Zargolve died a year later, yet without any problems a new Emperor was elected to replace him.
For 500 years this balance was left unscathed and the borders were halted at the coasts of the Oceanus Pacificum and Sea of Atlios Ignotus, with a land border at the city of Porta Sanctus Terra, the last city before the land bridge of Beringia. However, the ambitions of man could not be quenched.
Emperor Uriel Dagon Tornoch had a vision one night. It spoke of a land of wonders unmatched. The Emperor knew this was a calling from God. Ordering his most trusted adviser, Zhang Zu, to explore past the ocean into the outer regions, he hoped to discover this promise land he had envisioned.
For 40 years the Emperor awaited his prized adviser. As the Empire settled down grieving over the loss of their believed to be lost comrade, an unfamiliar legion of troops, massive in size, marched across the borders. For five years the Army ravaged the lands with dark magicks and vile tactics. The Lich Lord in control of the Legion devastated every inch of the massive continent. It seemed as though the land was powerless to the evil Lord’s agenda.
The Lich was discovered to be under the direct control of an evil God of the ancients named Caleegunous. However, as all hope seemed to be lost the missing confidant Zhang Zu arrived with a contingent of Imperial Guardsman. The tide of the battle changed and just as victory was at the cusp Dokurochi. Leader of the guard betrayed the Empire and killed the Emperor. Zhang Zu defeated the traitor and led the armies of Antioch to an astounding victory against the dark hordes. After a fierce ten day battle Sun Antioch was secured and Zhang Zu immediately usurped the throne.
Under Zhang Zu, a massive Military was erected to augment that of his conscripted troops from the unknown regions. He decided to keep intact the Senate yet limit their power. Willingly, many agreed, giving into the allure of his safe and secure society. The Church of Antioch was built around the findings of Zhang, and became the first monotheistic religion of the entire nation. Citizens were forced to accept.
Now ten years have passed, and the Empire rests easily under its Iron fisted Dictator. He is beloved, and he is feared. Yet his eyes have never left the land he came to know as Ferwyn Tameel. Far more power lie beyond the borders of Antioch and ambitious heart lusted for it. A series of missionaries from the Church of Antioch have been sent out to preach to the heathen Natives of the land beyond. This however is simply reconnaissance for a full out invasion of the territories. Zhang is still planning to this day.