I am working on rewriting the history for Mitallduk, Krauanagaz, and Zuhlgan. If you’ve a plot in the area, or are just interested, and would like to maybe get involved somewhere let me know.
This is going to be where I hide put the drafts until I have a finalized version that can hit the wiki.
I want YOU to colonize my countries and steal my natural resources with slave labor!
I am looking for one or two nations to colonize the Krauanagaz and Mitallduk plots from around 1415 to 1708. But you have to implement a racial hierarchy or apartheid because I still need to set up the civil war in the 1900s. If you’re interested dm me or ping me on discord.
South Cordilia for People in a Hurry: The Barebones of Pretty Much Each Era
Settlement and West Coast Civilizations (~12000 BCE - ~2000 BCE)
The Krautali, along with the Mitalldukish and Lupritali, migrated to the Greater Krauanagaz region between 12000 BCE and 6000 BCE. This migration laid the foundation for future civilizations to evolve and marked the beginning of human settlement in the region. Around 4800 BCE a Krautali settlement, in what is today Southern Krauanagaz, began keeping extensive records of government finances and operations. Alkantara was established as a strategic coastal settlement on the Zaari Peninsula. By 4500 BCE Alkantara became a regional powerhouse, serving as a major hub for trade and maritime activities. Around 4600 BCE Nimrovia the Navigator, sponsored by the King of Alkantara, led an expedition to explore the Barrier Islands. On his journey he established contact with dozens of Krautali tribes, discovered new sea routes, and expanded Alkantara’s influence in Southern Krauanagaz. Between 4400 BCE and 4100 BCE records indicate that Alkantara’s leadership dispatched diplomatic delegations to neighboring city-states and tribes. Kevluarital, Koralaavin, Zaari and several other city-states or tribes were absorbed into Alkantara’s territory or entered into mutual defensive and trade agreements in this period.
Many of the later defensive agreements made by Alkatara were in the face of rising tensions with a growing power to the North, the Kingdom of Mvanagaz. Founded around 4370 BCE, Mvanagaz quickly became the go-to destination for traders not looking to make the rugged trip to Alkantara much further to the south. Tensions arise between the two powers due to expanding territorial and trade disputes, and in 3021 BCE the King of Mvanagaz sends hundreds of thousands of soldiers to invade Alkantara. The Mvanagazi invasions resulted in a prolonged and brutal conflict, culminating in a devastating siege on Alkantara beginning in 2987 BCE. The war marks a turning point in Krautali history, testing the resilience of Alkantara’s defenses, and the ability of its leaders to withstand external threats. Despite overwhelming odds, Alkantaran forces put up a staunch defense. The city’s strategic location allowed them to utilize maritime defenses, creating a challenging environment for the Mvanagazi forces. By 2985 BCE the conflict had been fought to a stalemate. Confronted with tremendous casualties, and economically desperate populaces the Kings of each side agreed to peace talks. As a result, hostilities were mostly limited to sporadic border skirmishes until King Tkalla IV of Alkantara and King Mvani VII of Mvanagaz around 4950 BCE signed an official treaty. The treaty was the first of its kind in Greater Krauanagaz and included provisions on territorial boundaries, trade agreements, and a mutual non-aggression pact. The Dominion of Alkantara would remain independent but major urban centers were devastated by the conflict.
Following the treaty’s implementation, Alkantara experienced a cultural renaissance. The trauma of the war inspired artistic expression and intellectual pursuits, bringing a renewed sense of identity to Alkantarans. By 2891 BCE Alkantara reassumed its status as the dominant Krautali power in Southern Krauanagaz, and expanded its sphere of influence through trade and cultural exchanges, Around 2700 BCE Alkatara entered a period of economic prosperity, benefiting from its prime location, and well-established trade networks, Alkantara became a cultural and economic hub, attracting artisans, scholars, and traders from across Southern Cordilia. Alkantara actively engaged with neighboring tribes and city-states promoting stability in the region during this period. The economic prosperity experienced by Alkantara resulted in significant urban development. The Dominion’s population grows, and large architectural projects enhance its status as a cultural and economic hub. Despite the relative stability, sporadic border skirmishes erupt with neighboring tribes and city-states seeking to challenge Alkantara’s dominance. These conflicts, though not as extensive as in the past, test Alkantara’s ability to maintain control over its expanding territory. Alkantara’s leaders begin to fortify coastal defenses and implement measures to ensure Alkantara’s security, coastal fortifications, watchtowers, and the first standing navy in the region are developed to safeguard against potential external threats. Throughout this period Alkantara continued its long-held tradition of extensive recordkeeping, the meticulous documentation of government activities and finances is a hallmark of the Dominion of Alkantara and became a standard for governance in the region. By around 2210 BCE the Kingdom of Mvanagaz was in decline. Once a formidable regional power, its best days are behind it. Economic challenges, internal power struggles, and lasting impacts from the war on Alkatara that devastated the population of Mvanagaz all contributed to the decline and eventual collapse of Mvanagaz around 2197 BCE. As Mvanagaz’s influence in Southern Krauanagaz faded, new city-states and tribal alliances emerged to fill the power vacuum. The Mvanagazi collapse led to a period of regional shifts, with various city-states and tribal alliances vying for greater influence in Southern Krauanagaz. Prominent city-states such as Kevluarital, Koralaavin, and Zaari, previously absorbed into Alkantara’s sphere of influence, look to assert their autonomy. New tribal alliances form in Central Krauanagaz among some Lupritali clans in the mountains, and Kruatali settlements in the river valleys enter into defense agreements, contributing to a dynamic and competitive diplomatic and military environment. During this period, despite significant diplomatic setbacks, Alkantara sees advancements in maritime technology. Shipbuilding techniques, navigation instruments, and seafaring knowledge undergo significant improvements, solidifying Alkantara’s position as a maritime powerhouse in the region. Although multiple city-states challenged Alkantara’s hold on their lands, the Dominion first turned its attention to Zaari. As the breadbasket of the Dominion, Zaari fed Alkantara’s quickly growing population, and its military. Without Zaari’s agricultural bounties, Alkantara would not be capable of maintaining its grip on power in Southern Krauanagaz.
Sitting at the mouth of the Kevan River, Zaari was renowned for its bountiful agriculture. The city-state thrived on cultivating unique crops suited to the coastal climate and before Alkantaran rule, traded surplus produce with other Krautali settlements, especially Alkantara. Beyond agriculture, Zaari emerged as a hub for the study of coastal flora and fauna. Early Krautali botanists in Zaari curated an extensive botanical garden, exchanging seeds and plant specimens with Lupritali herbalists for their mountainous counterparts, fostering a unique early cross-cultural exchange. Following the collapse of Mvanagaz, Zaari along with various other city-states and tribes decided it would be in their best interest to cut ties with the Dominion of Alkantara as they no longer saw a need for their soldiers to be posted in their lands. In many cases, the Alkantaran commandants responsible for the individual garrisons had received explicit orders from Alkantara to remain at their posts, and so they did. Many of those who had signed treaties with Alkantara felt betrayed and occupied. This was the case for Zaari as well, around 2191 BCE Zaarian forces laid siege on the Zaari Garrison for weeks until the first reinforcements arrived from Alkantara to suppress the Zaarian revolt. King Tkalla XI sent two of his top generals along with 250,000 soldiers and 87 ships of various designs according to accounts from General Markus Kal, who arrived with the Alkantaran fleet and advance force of approximately 55,000 soldiers. Upon arrival, General Kal ordered his forces to fortify their landing area. Kal’s army came ashore near the Synkdom (Shinkdum) Pass, a pivotal route that Kal must secure for the remaining Alkantaran forces who were marching the roughly 128km to Zaari from Alkantara. The pass is the lowest and flattest point in the area providing a much easier journey than scaling the steep faces of the Zharana Mountain Range. As Kal’s army secured Synkdom Pass, scouts were dispatched to gather intelligence on enemy movements and terrain features, while engineers worked tirelessly to construct fortifications and secure supply lines. As Alkantaran forces occupied the pass, they encountered fierce resistance from Zaari defenders determined to repel the invaders. Bloody skirmishes erupted along the mountainous terrain, with neither side willing to yield ground easily. From General Kal’s personal account,
In the face of relentless enemy attacks, our troops displayed exemplary valor and discipline, holding fast against the brutish Zaarian onslaught. Despite rugged terrain and the enemy’s fervor, we stood firm, resolved to defend our homeland at all costs. The clashes were fierce and unending, the valley echoed endlessly with the clash of arms and the pleas of the fallen. Yet, through the chaos of battle, our unity resolve remained unshaken, driving us forward in our defense of our Dominion. (Voices of the Past Vol. 3)
Despite the best efforts of the Alkantaran army, they were unable to breach Zaari’s defenses before the Alkantaran forces within the Zaari Garrison met their demise. Fueled by resentment and a desire for vengeance, Zaarian forces launched a merciless series of assaults on the garrison, overwhelming its defenders and killing everyone within the stronghold. In response to the attack, the Alkantaran army, under the command of General Markus Kal and General Izoa, initiated a punitive siege of Zaari. The city-state found itself besieged on all fronts, its defenses tested to the breaking point as Alkantaran forces steadily encroached on its walls. Days turned into weeks, and weeks to months as the siege wore on, with Zaari’s leaders facing mounting pressure to capitulate to the overwhelming force of the Alkantaran army. Faced with rapidly dwindling supplies and a populace on the brink of famine, the city-state’s leadership ultimately relented, agreeing to surrender to General Kal and General Izoa in 2189 BCE. The surrender of Zaari marked the end of its partial autonomy with the city-state being placed entirely under Alkantaran rule. The city-state’s leaders were charged with treason and executed for their role in inciting rebellion against the Dominion of Alkantara. The military leaders of Zaari were marched back to Alkantara and made to parade in front of Alkantara’s citizens to be publicly shamed and derided as they walked to their execution. Now firmly under Alkantaran control, a proxy government was installed to administer Zaari on behalf of the King of Alkantara. While the transition was met with resistance from some quarters, the presence of Alkantaran forces enforced Dominion rule and ruthlessly extinguished resistance.
Following the successful campaign against Zaari, King Tkalla XI turned his attention to Kevluarital. This city-state lies on Kevprital Island, and is a strategically important location to control due to the ability to monitor most maritime traffic in the region. King Tkalla XI poured the equivalent of 4 billion Velliarizas today, in gold coinage into the construction of vessels for the Alkantaran Navy. King Tkalla XI ordered the conscription of thousands of men from territories the Dominion had conquered to crew the new ships and increased the stipend offered to Dominion citizens for serving in the military. The sharp rise in military spending saw Alkantara lag in other areas, especially the maintenance of public infrastructure. By 2180 BCE Alkantara was in disarray, waste and debris cluttered streets, and cheap repairs had been made for nearly 10 years creating structural integrity issues in many of the city’s public buildings. In 2178 BCE a fire of unknown origin broke out in a densely populated section of Alkantara, and quickly spread due to flammable construction materials and the proximity of buildings. The fire burned for 9 days before Alkantaran authorities were able to extinguish the flames. It is estimated that nearly half of the buildings in the city were destroyed or damaged in the fire and at least 30,000 individuals were killed as flames engulfed their homes and escape routes. The devastating fire left Alkantara in ruins, with vast swathes of the city reduced to ash and rubble. In the aftermath of the catastrophe, King Tkalla XI launched an ambitious reconstruction effort to restore the city to its former glory, redirecting significant funding from the Alkantaran military. The naval operations against Kevluarital faced significant challenges as logistical difficulties and resource constraints hampered the Dominion’s ability to maintain a sustained offensive against the well-fortified island stronghold. Despite initial setbacks and financial difficulties, King Tkalla XI remained resolute in his determination to bring Kevluarital back under Alkantaran control. The campaign quickly evolved into a protracted war of attrition, with a series of battles for the city being fought as Alkantaran forces sought to overcome the formidable defenses of the island city-state. As the years wore on, the strain of prolonged military engagement coupled with the demands of reconstruction took its toll on Alkantara’s resources and labor pool. Internal dissent simmered as discontent brewed among the populace, fueled by grievances over heavy taxation and conscription imposed to fuel the war effort. Faced with growing unrest and impending economic collapse, King Tkalla XI’s grip on power began to falter, with rival factions vying for control of the Dominion.
In 2172 BCE a faction led by King Tkalla’s brother-in-law storms the royal palace in Alkantara. Fueled by discontent over the king’s handling of the prolonged military campaign against Kevluarital and neglect of domestic affairs, General Renaros rallied dissident nobles, disgruntled military commanders, and aggrieved commoners to his cause. Renaros’ forces launched a coordinated assault on the palace, overwhelming the royal guard through a combination of surprise attacks and palace insider collusion. King Tkalla XI was captured and executed by Renaros’ forces, bringing an end to his reign. With the king dead, Renaros moved swiftly to consolidate his grip on power, purging suspected dissidents and solidifying his authority over key military and administrative institutions within the city. With most of the rest of the royal family either dead or in captivity, Renaros proclaimed himself regent of Alkantara, citing his marriage to Princess Lysandra Tkalla VII as justification for his claim to the throne. In the aftermath of the palace coup, a power struggle followed throughout the Dominion between Tkalla loyalists and Renaros’ forces. Alkantara’s ambitions of regional hegemony fell by the wayside as the state descended into internal turmoil. The sudden upheaval in Alkantara’s leadership sent shockwaves throughout the region, as neighboring city-states and tribal alliances sought to capitalize on the Dominion’s instability. Prominent city-states such as Kevluarital, Koralaavin, and K’zoa’ptal previously absorbed into Alkantara’s sphere of influence, looked to assert their autonomy in the wake of the coup. Sensing a prime opportunity to challenge Alkantara’s regional dominance, these city-states began mobilizing their forces and forming alliances with neighboring tribes to bolster their defenses and secure their borders. Around 2169 BCE various Lupritali clans and tribes banded together and formed the Luzaitali Alliance, the major powers in the alliance were the Zakra Clan, the Krauprian Tribes, and the Solprin Clan.
From around 2165 BCE and 2158 BCE the Luzaitali Alliance carried out raids on the outermost Alkantaran settlements, sewing civil unrest and weakening King Renaros’ hold on the Dominion’s outlying territories. In 2157 BCE Renaros dispatches delegations to neighboring city-states and tribal alliances attempting to reestablish Alkantara’s position in the region. Despite Renaros’ efforts, around 2150 BCE the Luzaitali Alliance intensified its raids on the Dominion’s outlying settlements, further destabilizing Renaros’ hold on power. Around 2147 BCE Renaros, facing mounting pressure from both internal dissent and external threats, resorted to increased military patrols, severe crackdowns on dissident factions, and the imposition of draconian laws to maintain order and quell dissent. By 2140 BCE the Luzaitali Alliance consolidated its control over captured Dominion territories, establishing fortified outposts and garrisons to maintain its presence in the region and thwart any attempts by Alkantaran forces to reclaim lost territories. In 2133 BCE Renaros leads a series of military campaigns to reconquer lost Alkantaran lands. However, Renaros’ efforts proved futile as the Dominion’s forces were overwhelmed by the superior numbers and unfamiliar tactics of the Luzaitali Alliance and forced to retreat, signaling the beginning of the end for Alkantaran dominance. By 2124 BCE, the Luzaitali Alliance had emerged triumphant, firmly establishing itself as the dominant power in Southern Krauanagaz. Alkantara, once a regional powerhouse, faced imminent collapse under the weight of internal strife and external aggression. Vassalized city-states and tribal alliances in core Dominion territories seized the opportunity to challenge Alkantara’s regional dominance, forming pacts and mobilizing their forces to secure their borders and assert their autonomy. Despite Renaros’ efforts to stabilize the Dominion after the coup in 2172 BCE, the Luzaitali Alliance began solidifying its grip on the region, encroaching on Alkantara’s territory and steadily eroding Dominion influence. In 2113 BCE Renaros dies in Alkantara, it is suspected that he died of old age. Renaros died with no heir to the throne, throwing the Dominion into chaos as factions battled for power. In 2100 BCE, facing insurmountable challenges from both internal dissent and external threats, Alkantara finally collapsed, marking the end of its reign as a dominant power in Southern Krauanagaz - although the city-state of Alkantara retained its autonomy after a months-long siege. The fall of Alkantara had far-reaching consequences for the region, leading to a power vacuum that sparked further conflicts and realignments among city-states and tribal alliances.
Following the fall of Alkantara in 2100 BCE, the Luzaitali Alliance swiftly moved to consolidate its control over captured Dominion territories. Fortified outposts and garrisons were established throughout Southern Krauanagaz, ensuring the Luzaitali presence was entrenched in the region. In the aftermath of Alkantara’s fall, internal chaos engulfed the city-state as factions vied for power, lacking a clear heir to the throne. Despite multiple attempts to rally against the Luzaitali occupiers, Alkantara found itself isolated and weakened, struggling to regain its former prominence amidst the evolving power dynamics of the region. With Alkantara’s influence waning, newly independent city-states and tribal alliances sought to realign themselves with the new dominant power in Southern Krauanagaz, or to assert their sovereignty. The Luzaitali Alliance capitalized on the power vacuum left by the Dominion of Alkantara by forging alliances and absorbing former Dominion vassal states to solidify its regional control. Despite being weakened and isolated, remnants of Alkantaras military continued to mount sporadic attacks against Luzaitali forces in desperate attempts to reclaim lost territory. However, the Luzaitali Alliance proved a formidable adversary, deploying innovative military tactics and overwhelming numbers to crush any resistance. By 2071 BCE Alkantaran resistance had been effectively quashed, and the city-state was reduced to a shadow of its former self, confined to a small enclave within its once vast territory. In 2065 BCE the final remnants of Alkantaran nobility had surrendered to Luzaitali forces, bringing a definitive end to Alkantaran dominion over Southern Krauanagaz.
Krauana, The Zuhlg, and Great Works of the West (~2900 BCE - ~2650 BCE)
In the wake of Alkantara’s fall, several new regional powers emerged to fill the void left by the once-dominant city-state. Among these was the city-state of Krauana, situated along the shoreline of the Zapriza River. Sitting along key maritime and terrestrial trade routes Krauana quickly expanded its influence to nearby Barrier Islands and as far South as Zaari on the banks of the Kevan River. Meanwhile, in the rugged mountains of South Central Krauanagaz the Zuhlg tribes, known for their resilience and skilled mountain warfare, expanded their territory challenging the authority of neighboring city-states and tribal alliances. Over the next few decades, Krauana cemented its status as a regional power using its economic might and military power. By 1998 BCE Krauana had risen to prominence in Southern Krauanagaz, wielding significant sway over trade routes and political affairs. From 1998 BCE to around 1800 BCE Krauana consolidates control over trade routes and expands its territorial holdings, while entering into alliances with neighboring city-states, including Zaari, and various independent Zuhlg tribes. During this period Legates Jalad I & II, the rulers of Krauana, implemented economic reforms to strengthen Krauana’s position as a regional power. These programs included a food program that guaranteed Krauanan citizens a monthly food ration and the implementation of a rudimentary sales tax that funded vital roads and other projects throughout Krauana.
Around 2852 BCE various Zuhlg tribes form a confederation, known as the Zuhlgan Confederation, to enhance collective defense and trade with each member tribe contributing warriors, resources, and expertise to the alliance. These tribes were the Zuhlgari, Zakra, Prirprinan, and Oozhar. The Zuhlgan Confederation established common laws and diplomatic protocols among member tribes called Zhirprin, or Highland Law. Zhirprin regulated various aspects of tribal life, including trade agreements, dispute resolution, and military mobilization. Tribal elders and leaders collaborated to codify Zhirprin, ensuring consistency in its application across member tribes. Beginning in 2850 BCE the Zuhlgan Confederation initiated joint military campaigns against rival regional powers, including neighboring Krauana. Zuhlgan forces launch coordinated attacks on Krauana’s border settlements, disrupting trade routes and asserting territorial claims. Krauana responds to Zuhlgan’s incursions with military countermeasures, deploying warriors and fortifying key defensive and strategic positions in Northern Krauana. Skirmishes took place along the borderlands, with both sides suffering casualties and territorial losses. By 2837 BCE attrition had fully set in and diplomatic envoys were dispatched to negotiate a treaty and establish diplomatic channels for resolving grievances. After months of negotiations, in 2836 BCE, Krauana and the Zuhlgan Confederation reached a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. The treaty’s terms included the demarcation of borders, the establishment of trade agreements, and the recognition of each other’s sovereignty. Most notably both sides agreed to uphold the principles of a modified Zhirprin (Highland Law Code) and refrain from further hostilities, paving the way for an age of peaceful coexistence and cooperation. Following the treaty the Zuhlgan Confederation solidified its position as a regional power, serving as a bulwark against external threats from the east and fostering economic prosperity among member tribes. As a result of the treaty, Zhirprin became a model for legal systems and diplomatic protocols in neighboring regions, influencing subsequent unions and alliances.
Beginning around 2800 BCE, Krauana, the Alkantaran city-state, the Luzaitali Alliance, and the Zuhlgan Confederation witnessed a surge in artistic expression, with painters, sculptors, and artificers producing masterpieces that reflect the cultural richness and diversity of the region following the conclusion of hostilities in 2836 BCE. New artistic styles evolved, drawing inspiration from a blend of Krautali, Lupritali, and Zuhlg traditions, resulting in unique and innovative works that captivate audiences across Southern Krauanagaz to this day. Patrons of the arts, including nobles, merchants, and religious institutions, commission artists to create monumental sculptures, intricate tapestries, and vibrant murals that adorn public spaces and private residences. Mazav Ka Kaluli was commissioned by the King of Alkantara, Vikza Ka Draukaro III, in 2691 BCE to complete the construction of the Lighthouse of Alkantara. Work on the lighthouse began during the height of the Dominion of Alkantara around 2800 BCE, however, a devastating earthquake rocked the city causing resources to be redirected to rebuild. Following its completion in 2677 BCE the Lighthouse of Alkantara served as a crucial navigational aid along the coastal waters of Southern Krauanagaz. Its towering structure and strategic placement provided essential guidance for vessels passing between the mainland and the Barriers Islands, and showcased the engineering expertise and burgeoning wealth of the once-dominant coastal Krautali civilization. To the north, the aqueducts of Zaari, remnants of which still stand today in parts of the Krauana Province, were integral parts of the Zaarian agricultural success and the prosperity of the city-state in its independent years from around 4250 BCE until Zaari’s leaders surrendered to Alkantaran forces in 2189 BCE. The aqueducts proved themselves to be marvels of engineering after Zaarian forces sabotaged them during the Alkantaran invasion of Zaari. Alkantaran architects and engineers were unable to restore the aqueducts to their original level of function. On Kevprital Island the city-state of Kevluarital began the construction of the Colossus of Kevluarital around 2779 BCE. The Kevluarital Colossus is a monumental statue constructed in honor of the guardian of the sea, the Tiribtallan deity Tallaz, and stood as a symbol of the city-state’s power, wealth, and influence. Its imposing design and intricate craftsmanship exemplified the artistic and architectural achievements of the ancient Krautali island civilization. Completed in 2767 BCE, the Colossus of Kevluarital stood along the east coast of Kevprital Island until an earthquake in 2020 BCE caused the structure to partially collapse.
Writers, poets, and philosophers flourished during this period, producing significant ancient works that define Krauanagaz to this day. In Alkantara a book, known as the ‘Tales of Alkantara’ was created. The book is a collection of folktales, legends, and myths passed down through the generations of Alkanrtara’s leadership, the ‘Tales of Alkantara’ offered significant insights into ancient Alkantaran culture. Around 2702 BCE a writer known as Havara authored an epic narrative detailing the rise and fall of various Krautali civilizations in Southern Krauanagaz. In the epic, titled The Tiriba Chronicles, Havara blended historical accounts with mythological elements to convey the essence of ancient Krautali identity and heritage. Another prominent work from this era is Pathways to Wisdom, written by Krautali philosopher Koranis around 2682 BCE. In Pathways to Wisdom Koranis explores the nature of knowledge, virtue, and the pursuit of wisdom in the context of Krauanan and the greater Krautali society.