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ROYAL LINE OF THARANIAN KINGS

10 b.S.-27 - King Santhros "the Wise" (King of Charity)/Queen Ahreng Cara'Jeshanneh
(Sons: Laenthris, Thaelnoric; Daughter: Shaelriga)
Santhros (45 b.S.-27 a.S.) is considered by most to be the most influential and beloved figures in Santharian history, giving his name to the kingdom he helped to unite after the terrible devastation of the Third Sarvonia War. His bravery, kindness, and humility have echoed through history, and many poets and writers still hail him in their works, while historians alike sing his praises. No other figure in Santharian history has done so much to bring peace to the Santharian kingdom, to unite all the races and tribes in harmony.

It's a historical fact that the coronation of Santhros as king of Tharania is the direct continuation to the until this point still semi-official Sarvonian Alliance between the leaders of all three main races of the southern Sarvonian continent, humans, elves and dwarves. Eventually Santhros should succeed in convincing the southern kingdoms and tribes of various races to unite with Tharania to form a kingdom unparalleled in history that would last for millenia to come.

27-77 - King Laenthris "the Firm"/Queen Phelossa
(Son: Mantheros; Daughters: Valdda, Naelýnn, Weyfra, Ýssa, Carrena)
King Laenthris Salazath (14 b.S.-77 a.S.), son and heir of Santhros the Wise, solidifies the work his father has begun and is highly respected for that. He is called "the Firm" due to his direct and unwavering approach to tackle issues and represents for many the perfect continuation of the massive project that a United Kingdom of Santharia needs. He is a warrantor of peace and security.

Laenthris' personal life is overshadowed by tragedy, however, his first wife, Veldosla of Carmalad, is unable to give birth to a male heir, and is deemed "cursed" by the public eye. While Veldosla eventually ends up leaving the king and going into a monastery, the new Queen Phelossa gives birth to a healthy son, Mantheros. But what seems to secure the line of Santhros will only lead to a fierce battle for the Santharian throne.

80-105 - King Mantheros/Queen Ilee'ala
(Daughters: Sirthala, Na'ahena)
Victorious after the deadly confrontation with his cousin Staranos, Mantheros - after three years of uncertainty - emerges as the rightful heir to the Santharian throne. Though in many ways weaker than his predecessors, Mantheros - especially due to his experiences of the succession war - still has the support of the majority of Santharians.

TIMELINE

0 - Santhros crowned as King of the United Kingdom of Santharia
It is a historical fact that the coronation of Santhros to the Santharian throne is the direct continuation to the strictly confidental Sarvonian Alliance between the leaders of all three main races of the southern Sarvonian continent, humans, elves and dwarves. This alliance already exists for several years in order to hinder the endeavour of the dark elven lord, the Móch'rónn, Saban Blackcloak, who descended the Hèckranian volcano in order to topple the Earthen Titan from his throne in the depths of the dungeon Hegedorn.

With the creation of the Santharian kingdom an essential counterpart is formed in southern Sarvonia to the barbarians and the orcish cultures developing in the Northlands. But not only this: The new kingdom also brings peace to the many disputes among the races which still reign the lands. Therefore it is indeed justified that all historical incidents taking place after Santhros' ascension to the throne are measured after the new Santharian Calendar.

Quia'antá (the later Santhala) becomes the Capital of the new Kingdom
The former Eyelian town of Quia'antá which was used already in the past for important gatherings by Santhros' father Aelric is chosen as the new Santharian capital. The town lies embedded in the central to Santharian, in the midst of the Rimmerins Ring and features multiple tribes living already in harmony together.

Inner-Santharian Trade Flourishes under the new Ruler
The unified government of all Southern Sarvonian human tribes brings many changes and also a good deal of scepticism to the inhabitants of the newly formed kingdom. Yet the new king makes sure that the progress he says he stands for becomes apparent to his people as soon as possible.

Santhros immediately makes sure that new trading relations are established within the kingdom, that tribes and regions are revived with new impulses. Committees to discuss new cooperations and reorganization between races and regions produce first remarkable results. After only a few months sceptism takes the back seat and prospects and hopes dominate large parts of Santharia.

The Halflings join Santharia
All the tribes of Southern Sarvonian halflings agree to become part of the Santharian alliance along with elves, dwarves, and men. Though the alliance proves to be shaky at first, the halfling shires are eventually able to return to a peaceful state, and begin to experience a new time of great growth.

Stratania becomes part of the United Kingdom of Santharia
The Santharian King Santhros grants the city of Strata more funds to regain power. Restoration and buildings continue but at slow speed due to the large demolishing activities that have to be performed first. Many of the old buildings are unrepairably damaged by the teeth of time and are pulled down.

1 - Defeat of a renegade Stratanian Baron
While the Stratanians joined the United Kingdom, they still have to deal with a renegade Stratanian Baron in the Uderza region, who didn't recognize Stratanian government and even does so even less with a unified Santharia.

Already in the first year of his reign Santhros starts a military campaign led by the Stratanians and backed up up by mainly Avennorian and Serphelorian troops, successfully ousting and imprisoning the rogue baron. The mere amount of troops showing up to represent the king's determination is argument enough to get rid of the baron with practically no bloodshed at all - thus a huge bonus is earned for the king in the southern parts of the kingdom.

5 - Thaehavos declared Free Town and renamed to "Bardavos"
Bardavos, the former Thaehavos, with the ascension of Santhros the Wise to the Santharian throne is officially declared a "Free Town of Bards" and thus renamed to Bardavos.

9 - Petition to Santhros Frees Marduran
The Port town Marduran is freed from the often tyrannical rule of its Lord Enforcers by Santhros' decree after he hears of the town’s unique situation. Having outwardly become quite different from the lawless people they had been 800 years ago, the people of Marduran become great supporters of the Santharian province of Manthria and Santhros. In a town meeting after the jeering eviction of the final Lord Enforcer, the town's first communal action is to knock down the imprisoning walls. This is done with great enthusiasm, although it wanes fairly quickly as more essential tasks beckon. No section of the wall is left untouched, but great parts of it are left standing and degrade naturally over time or are, in later years, incorporated into new buildings.

14 - Death of the First Wife of the Santharian Prince Laenthris
A great tragedy befalls the royal household: Merella, the first wife of the Santharian King's son, Laenthris Salazath, dies during childbirth. The long awaited heir also cannot be saved.

21 - Second Marriage of the Santharian Prince Laenthris to Veldosla of Carmalad
After seven years of grieving over the death of his wife and son, Laenthris finally marries the daughter of a highly respected Caltharian count, Veldosla of Carmalad. While during that time mainly seen as a political marriage in order to strengthen ties with other tribes, Veldosla would give birth to no less than five children within the next ten years. Yet Laenthris long-awaited male heir is not among them - all their children are girls.

27 - Death of the Santharian King Santhros the Wise
The Santharian King Santhros the Wise, also known as the "King of Charity", dies peacefully at the age of 72 in is sleep. A highly influential figure, Santhros not only made history in Southern Sarvonia with the unification of several kingdoms, but has also always been in high esteem among his people, regardless of tribe, helping to unite and to come together.

At Santhros' funeral thousands of people stream into the capital of Quia'antá (the later Santhala), among them elven, dwarven and hobbit delegations, there renewing their vows to continue following the ideals of the deceased king.

Laenthris follows his Father on the Santharian Throne
Laenthris Salazath, firstborn, yet still childless heir of Santhros becomes King of the United Kingdom of Santharia. He is aged 41 when he claims the throne.

33 - Birth of Staranos, Son of the Santharian Prince Thaelnoric
The secondborn Prince of Santharia, Thaelnoric, becomes father of a son he names Staranos.

46 - The "Curse" of the Santharian Queen Veldosla
Twentyfive years after their marriage and after having given birth to five daughters in the first ten year, Princess Veldosla bears another child to her husband and King Laenthris Salazath - it is a male heir, yet it is born sick. While the healers are hopeful and the celebrations are already started, the life of the young Erthis ends already at his second night.

Queen Veldosla, a loving, yet frail woman, is ashamed of her inability to provide a male heir to her husband. She hears the "Cursed!" shouts of the populace when the death of young Erthis is announced to end the premature festivities and is unable to cope with them. She leaves the court, entering a White Knights monastery on the Isle of Hope, far away from her former husband, making way for another woman. Three years later she dies. Her death is barely noticed in the realms capital.

The Santharian King Laenthris marries the Erpheronian Duchess Phelossa
Only a few weeks after his first wife Veldosla left King Laenthris to conclude her life in a monastery, he marries again, this time a still very young Erpheronian duchess, Phelossa of Weyring.

56 - Kar-ii Turya Archmage of the Black Tower
The Kasumarii Turya ascends to the position of Archmage of the Black Tower, Kasumarii establish further relations with Ximax. Kasumarii also now known to most Sarvonian magi, knowledge spreads.

59 - The Oltgyr Vradvo (Mitharim Hundred Year Pilgrimage)
Every hundred years or so, starting from the first Santharian decades the Mitharim dwarves make a pilgrimage to the island Denilou to pay homage to the statue of Brok Strongarm. This usually takes place in a year ending with 9 (such as 1509, 1619) in the dwarven month of Anurilos (Sapphire, the fourth month, which is associated with water). A human ship is retained for this voyage, which begins at the port of Ciosa, hugs the shore of Doranthakar, and then cuts east-nor’east across the open waters of the Adanian Sea for the island of Denilou. Since we know that the densely-boned dwarves generally abhor water in larger quantities than their bathpools, and are very poor swimmers, we can perhaps appreciate the significance of this pilgrimage to the Mitharim.

60 - Birth of Mantheros, the long-awaited Heir to the Santharian Throne
Fourteen years after Laenthris' marriage to Phelossa and with fears mounting that she might actually be barren, Queen Phelossa finally gives birth to a healthy male child, Mantheros.

Big celebrations ensue, as the line of Santhros seems to be finally secured with a male heir. This seems to guarantee security not only for the royal family, but also for the populace, who wants continuity with the path chosen by Santhros the Wise and followed by his son Laenthris. Queen Phelossa is named "the Lucky", yet her luck would soon be over.

The Santharian Queen Phelossa is crippled in an Accident
Only a few months after giving birth to her son Mantheros, the carriage of Queen Phelossa, in which her staff and her son were travelling in with her, overturns for unknown reasons. While the driver and a maid die, baby Mantheros survives miraculously. The Queen survives as well, but is badly hurt and remains crippled for the rest of her life.

Instantly suspicions arise as to whether the incident was accidental or not. Protection for the child is stepped up drastically. Rumour has it meanwhile that the grandson of Santhros' second son Thaelnoric, the battletrained Staranos, has ambitions to claim the throne for himself should the time arrive, and that the accident might have been instigated by him.

70 - The Introduction of the Santharian Calendar
Following the works of the famous elven astronomer Mowi Farseer, the Santharian Calendar is introduced in the kingdom. It is the product of several years of research and scholarly work of experts done in Ciosa at the Starcharts Astrendum, the Astrologists Center of Santharia till this very day. The Quaelhoirhim elf Mowi Farseer (originally called Mór'weí Kýn'vaí in Styrásh, 95 b.S.-111 a.S.) accumulates data and observations from all civilized races of the kingdom in order to construct the new time measuring scheme. It needs to be emphasized however that the new calendar is to a great degree a detailed update on the Cournanian Calendar elaborated by the astronomer, philosopher and alchemist Tandelrah Cournan (1701-1636 b.S.).

77-80 THE FIRST SANTHARIAN WAR OF SUCCESSION (77-80)
With the death of King Laenthris a bitter war of succession to conquer the Santharian throne erupts between Mantheros, Laenthris's son, and his cousin Staranos. It would last three years until the conflict is settled, deadly consquences included.

77 - The Declaration of Carmalad
In a Declaration of Carmalad the Avennorians, Serphelorians and Caltharians vow to ignore Staranos' ambitions and proclaim Mantheros their king. Uncertainty spreads over the southern continent. Many people oppose Mantheros, fearing that he is too weak to support his claim without the necessary military force needed to back it up.

78 - Attempts of Interference of the Elven League in the Santharian War of Succession
The League, a secret elven-based organization which believes that only under human rule a perfect society reflecting the Dream of their High Goddess Avá can be achieved, face a terrible situation. The League cannot let the dynasty of the wise king die. Staranos is considered too cruel and the kingdom would be ravaged by another great war. The League's efforts now have to focus on supporting what they see as the one Santharian leader that could live up to their ideals - Mantheros. To do that they have to manifest their existence.

Cumragane, descendant of the first human leader of the League Allengard and descendant of the Centoraurian kings, sends Hecuran, the so-called "Elven Lion", on a quest to join the elves and form an army with every warrior available. This army, a total force of about thousand men, is placed at Mantheros' disposal. Cumragane then heads to Helcrah, his homeland.

Cumragane imprisoned
Upon arriving in Milkengrad Cumragane reveals himself as descendant of the Sostrian kings and leader of the League. He urges the Helcrani to fight for Mantheros and finds many supporters there, but nobody actually joins a campaign with him, because - with the absence of a Santharian King - their loyalty belongs only to the Anactar of Milkengrad.

Cumragane recognizes Anactar Semgon’s authority and places himself at his disposal in the war against Staranos' tyranny. In the Great Hall, the building where the Fratric Assembly takes place, the two of them are confronted as to be heard by every citizen.

But claiming that Mantheros' would stand no chance against Staranos' military prowess, Anactar Semgon orders Cumragane's capture. He and his accompanying men are thrown into prison.

79 - Mantheros retreats towards the Hèckra Volcano
As the usurper's army marches north through Caltharian lands to conquer the eastern harbours, which are supporting his enemy's supply lines, the Centoraurians with their army march east to block Mantheros' retreat, while the Kyranians advance from the south. Mantheros cannot afford a battle before his Goltherrhim reinforments arrive, so he retreats southwest towards the Hèckra volcano. Outnumbered and encircled, Mantheros is in deep trouble.

Cumragane is freed and turns the Tide
While imprisoned by the Anactar, Cumragane's words still echo among the populace. He told them that the Helcrani should not to abandon their king twice, as they did with king Curgan in 617 b.S., and strong opposition forms and manifests itself in Milkengrad. Cumragane is freed from his prison after an uprising in the city.

As the army is away, every Helcrani who is left behind takes some kind of weapon and marches east. Actually this is an army of reserves and armed non-combatants, like women and youths. However, a wave of enthusiasm is spreading on their way, Cumragane takes the lead. Staranos' veil of fear was shattered.

The End of the Santharian War of Succession: The Fulfillment of Tacunija's Curse
The Helcrani choose to abandon Anactar Semgon and fight and die - if necessary - for their righteous king. As when Cumragane arrives at the battlefield the main body of the Helcran army turns to Mantheros' side and along with them the entire army group. Staranos is deprived of his whole army (except his personal guard), as nobody wants to serve him anymore. Staranos is trapped.

Along with the supporting Anactar Semgon Staranos manages to escape to the Hèckra. At that very moment the volcano that has been resting for centuries erupts and burns him with his remaining supporters. Cumragane and many of his men are burned too as they chase the tyrant in hairbreadth distance.

This ends Cumragane's life and fulfills Tacunija's Curse. From that day on a congealed lava formation landmark that resembles a person is said to represent the Helcrani hero Cumragane. With the fulfillment of the curse Helcrani from now on are redeemed from their crime. No more will they fight with each other. Now it is them who saved the day. Cumragane is honoured by his men and his nephew, who manages to escape Hèckra’s wrath, is assigned new Anactar of the city.

Official Disbandment of the League
Officially the League is disbanded after this battle, but it might still exist in another form. It is restricted to a very limited number of members, who until today look after Santharia and the wellfare of its people. Nothing is known of the current status of the League or the course of their struggle against the Pure and Coór.

80 - Mantheros Salazath crowned to Santharian King
Ending the Santharian War of Succession, Mantheros is finally crowned to Santharian King. While some irritation still lingers regarding the royal family in parts of the country, most people are happy that peace finally returns to the vast realm.

82 - The Santharian King Mantheros marries the Eyelian Ilee'ala
A high-ranking Eyelian beauty becomes the consort of King Mantheros.

83 - The Santharian Queen Ilee'ala gives birth to two twin daughters
Again the line of Santhros has difficulties with male heirs: Queen Ilee'ala gives birth to the twin daughters Na'ahena (an Eyelian name, paying tribute to the mother) and Sirthala (an Erpheronian name, as is her father's).

98 - The Tethinrhim Academy of Archery
With the continued success of the Santharian Kingdom, the fortified outpost begins to lose its sense of purpose and has become a burden to the Tethinrhim government. As an act of good faith towards his sovereign, the Rónn decrees that the outpost be re-fitted as an Academy to be opened to all members of the Alliance regardless of race.

ca. 100 - "Kasumarii" becomes a Santharian Watchword
The Kasumarii are a watchword in much of Santharia as the elite assassins of the shadows. Moonblades pierce Santharian weaponsmiths' awareness, and they start churning out imitations. No substitute for the real thing, though.

105 - Death of the Santharian King Mantheros
Aged only 45 Mantheros dies, having suffered heavily under the heaves breathing disease. A severe case of acute lung illness is diagnosed after an excursion in the Santharian north, and Mantheros dies on his stay in the City of Death, Nyermersys. He leaves no male heir, and games of intrigue would soon dominate the royal court.


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Re: Santharian History: 0 to 100 a.S.

« Reply #1 on: 24 May 2009, 13:26:02 »

Ok, posted above is not the Santharian timeline between 0 and 100 a.S. Note that these are the things discussed (with some extras, adjustments, corrections, enriched with stuff that's on the site, yet not in the history etc.) a while ago, yet were no formulated properly except in a few half sentences to get the general gist out of it. The first hundred years before Santhros are already integrated, now this is the second part.

Note that - as has been said before - some names where we don't have nomenclature principles are likely to be changed or added later. Also, these events are the basic events that determine when kings and under what circumstances they came to power. What prcisely they did in that time is still pretty much open. But these kings we now get a mainframe and can place other historical events more precise, as it is now clear when there was trouble and what kind it was and what resulted from that.

Comments, suggestions, ideas, additions welcomed!


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« Reply #2 on: 24 May 2009, 14:13:04 »

Yeah! Maybe this afternoon I find some time to look at this.

And then we need to get Sirthala to the throne!


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« Reply #3 on: 24 May 2009, 14:23:23 »

Ok ... I'm coming into this with an extremely limited (virtually non-existent) knowledge of the history of Santharia ... thought that might be an interesting perspective on it for you, Artimodor.

I'm going to be asking lots of questions here ... so apologies for that ... let's do the questions in red and suggested corrections in green.

Quote from: Artimidor Federkiel on 23 May 2009, 16:20:08

ROYAL LINE OF THARANIAN KINGS

10 b.S.-27 I presume this is a.S. Why do you include the years b.S. if the history covers the period 0 - 100 a.S.? - King Santhros "the Wise" (King of Charity)/Queen Ahreng Cara'Jeshanneh
(Sons: Laenthris, Thaelnoric; Daughter: Shaelriga)
Santhros (45 b.S.-27 a.S.) is considered by most to be the most influential and beloved figures in Santharian history, giving his name to the kingdom he helped to unite after the terrible devastation of the Third Sarvonia War. His bravery, kindness, and humility has echoed through history, and many poets and writers still hail them what do they hail in their works? King Santhros or his bravery, kindness and humility? If the former, shouldn't it be 'hail him', if the latter, or even Santhros and Ahreng, 'hail them' would be fine? in their works, while historians alike sing his praises. No other figure in Santharian history has done so much to bring peace to the Santharian kingdom, to unite all the races and tribes in harmony.

It's a historical fact that the coronation of Santhros to the Tharanian throne Do people get coronated to the throne? is the direct continuation to the until this point still semi-official Sarvonian Alliance between the leaders of all three main races of the southern Sarvonian continent, humans, elves and dwarves. Eventually Santhros should succeed in convincing the southern kingdoms and tribes of various races to unite with Tharania to form a kingdom unparalleled in history that would last for millenia to come.

27-77 - King Laenthris "the Firm"/Queen Phelossa
(Son: Mantheros; Daughters: Valdda, Naelýnn, Weyfra, Ýssa, Carrena)
King Laenthris Salazath (14 b.S.-77 a.S.), son and heir of Santhros the Wise, solidifies the work his father has begun and is highly respected for that. He is called "the Firm" due to his direct and unwavering approach to tackle issues and represents for many the perfect continuation of the massive project that a United Kingdom of Santharia needs. He is a warrantor of peace and security.

Laenthris' personal life is overshadowed by tragedy, however, his first wife, Veldosla of Carmalad, is unable to give birth to a male heir, and is deemed "cursed" by the public eye. While Veldosla eventually ends up leaving the king and going into a monastery, the new Queen Phelossa gives birth to a healthy son, Mantheros. But what seems to secure the line of Santhros will only lead to a fierce battle for the Santharian throne.

80-105 - King Mantheros/Queen Ilee'ala
(Daughters: Sirthala, Na'ahena)
Victorious after the deadly confrontation with his cousin Staranos, Mantheros - after three years of uncertainty - emerges as the rightful heir to the Santharian throne. Though in many ways weaker than his predecessors, Mantheros - especially due to his experiences of the succession war - still has the support of the majority of Santharians. Same question as earlier for you ... if the period is for 0 - 100 a.S. why include years after the centuries years?

TIMELINE

0 - Santhros crowned as King of the United Kingdom of Santharia
It is a historical fact that the coronation of Santhros to the Santharian throne is the direct continuation to the strictly confidental Sarvonian Alliance between the leaders of all three main races of the southern Sarvonian continent, humans, elves and dwarves. This alliance already exists for several years in order to hinder the endeavour of the dark elven lord, the Móch'rónn, Saban Blackcloak, who descended the Hèckranian volcano in order to topple the Earthen Titan from his throne in the depths of the dungeon Hegedorn. So, is it the Earthen Titan that has a throne in the depths of the dungeon? or does Saban have a throne down there?

With the creation of the Santharian kingdom an essential counterpart is formed in southern Sarvonia to the barbarians and the orcish cultures developing in the Northlands. But not only this: The new kingdom also brings peace to the many disputes among the races which still reign the lands. Therefore it is indeed justified that all historical incidents taking place after Santhros' ascension to the throne are measured after the new Santharian Calendar.

Inner-Santharian Trade Flourishes under the new Ruler
The unified government of all Southern Sarvonian human tribes brings many changes and also a good deal of scepticism to the inhabitants of the newly formed kingdom. Yet the new king makes sure that the progress he says he stands for becomes apparent to his people as soon as possible.

Santhros immediately makes sure that new trading relations are established within the kingdom, that tribes and regions are revived with new impulses. Committees to discuss new cooperations and reorganization between races and regions produce first remarkable results. After only a few months scepticism takes the back seat and prospects and hopes dominate large parts of Santharia.

The Halflings join Santharia
The halflings of all tribes Would 'All the tribes of halflings' be better here? agree to become part of the Santharian alliance along with elves, dwarves, and men. Though the alliance proves to be shaky at first, the halfling shires are eventually able to return to a peaceful state, and begin to experience a new time of great growth.

Stratania becomes part of the United Kingdom of Santharia
The Santharian King Santhros grants the city of Strata more funds to regain power. Restoration and buildings continue but at slow speed due to the large demolishing activities that have to be performed first. Many of the old buildings are unrepairably damaged by the teeth of time and are pulled down.

1 - Defeat of a renegade Stratanian Baron
While the Stratanians joined the United Kingdom, they still have to deal with a renegade Stratanian Baron in the Uderza region, who didn't recognize Stratanian government and even does so even less with a unified Santharia. I presume the name of this Baron is one of those things you are saying will be coming later?

Already in the first year of his reign Santhros starts a military campaign led by the Stratanians and backed up up by mainly Avennorian and Serphelorian troops, successfully ousting and imprisoning the rogue baron. The mere amount of troops showing up to represent the king's determination is argument enough to get rid of the baron with practically no bloodshed at all - thus a huge bonus is earned for the king in the southern parts of the kingdom.

5 - Thaehavos declared Free Town and renamed to "Bardavos"
Bardavos, the former Thaehavos, with the ascension of Santhros the Wise to the Santharian throne is officially declared a "Free Town of Bards" and thus renamed to Bardavos.

9 - Petition to Santhros Frees Marduran
The Port town Marduran is freed from the often tyrannical rule of its Lord Enforcers by Santhros' decree after he hears of the town’s unique situation. Having outwardly become quite different from the lawless people they had been 800 years ago, the people of Marduran become great supporters of the Santharian province of Manthria and Santhros. In a town meeting after the jeering eviction of the final Lord Enforcer, the town's first communal action is to knock down the imprisoning walls. This is done with great enthusiasm, although it wanes fairly quickly as more essential tasks beckon. No section of the wall is left untouched, but great parts of it are left standing and degrade naturally over time or are, in later years, incorporated into new buildings.

14 - Death of the First Wife of the Santharian Prince Laenthris
A great tragedy befalls the royal household: Merella, the first wife of the Santharian King Santhros, Laenthris Salazath, dies during childbirth. The long awaited heir also cannot be saved. Did Merella marry both King Santhros and Prince Laenthris, are Santhros and Laenthris one and the same or was it meant to be Santhros or Laenthris in both parts?

21 - Second Marriage of the Santharian Prince Laenthris to Veldosla of Carmalad
After seven years of grieving over the death of his wife and son, Laenthris finally marries thge daughter of a highly respected Caltharian count, Veldosla of Carmalad. While during that time mainly seen as a political marriage in order to strengthen ties with other tribes, Veldosla would give birth to no less than five children within the next ten years. Yet Laenthris long-awaited male heir is not among them - all their children are girls.

27 - Death of the Santharian King Santhros the Wise
The Santharian King Santhros the Wise, also known as the "King of Charity", dies peacefully at the age of 72 in is sleep. A highly influential figure, Santhros not only made history in Southern Sarvonia with the unification of several kingdoms, but has also always been in high esteem among his people, regardless of tribe, helping to unite and to come together.

At Santhros' funeral thousands of people stream into the capital of Quia'antá (the later Santhala), among them elven, dwarven and hobbit delegations, there renewing their vows to continue following the ideals of the deceased king.

Laenthris follows his Father on the Santharian Throne
Laenthris Salazath, firstborn, yet still childless heir of Santhros becomes King of the United Kingdom of Santharia. He is aged 41 when he claims the throne.

33 - Birth of Staranos, Son of the Santharian Prince Thaelnoric
The secondborn Prince of Santharia, Thaelnoric, becomes father of a son he names Staranos.

46 - The "Curse" of the Santharian Queen Veldosla
Twentyfive years after their marriage and after having given birth to five daughters in the first ten year, Princess Veldosla bears another child to her husband and King Laenthris Salazath - it is a male heir, yet it is born sick. While the healers are hopeful and the celebrations are already started, the life of the young Erthis ends already at his second night.

Queen Veldosla, a loving, yet frail woman, is ashamed of her inability to provide a male heir to her husband. She hears the "Cursed!" shouts of the populace when the death of young Erthis is announced to end the premature festivities and is unable to cope with them. She leaves the court, entering a White Knights monastery on the Isle of Hope, far away from her former husband, making way for another woman. Three years later she dies. Her death is barely noticed in the realm's capital.

The Santharian King Laenthris marries the Erpheronian Duchess Phelossa
Only a few weeks after his first wife Veldosla left King Laenthris to conclude her life in a monastery, he marries again, this time a still very young Erpheronian duchess, Phelossa of Weyring.

56 - Kar-ii Turya Archmage of the Black Tower
The Kasumarii Turya ascends to the position of Archmage of the Black Tower, Kasumarii establish further relations with Ximax. Kasumarii also now known to most Sarvonian magi, knowledge spreads.

59 - The Oltgyr Vradvo (Mitharim Hundred Year Pilgrimage)
Every hundred years or so, starting from the first Santharian decades the Mitharim dwarves make a pilgrimage to the island Denilou to pay homage to the statue of Brok Strongarm. This usually takes place in a year ending with 9 (such as 1509, 1619) in the dwarven month of Anurilos (Sapphire, the fourth month, which is associated with water). A human ship is retained for this voyage, which begins at the port of Ciosa, hugs the shore of Doranthakar, and then cuts east-nor’east across the open waters of the Adanian Sea for the island of Denilou. Since we know that the densely-boned dwarves generally abhor water in larger quantities than their bathpools, and are very poor swimmers, we can perhaps appreciate the significance of this pilgrimage to the Mitharim.

60 - Birth of Mantheros, the long-awaited Heir to the Santharian Throne
Fourteen years after Laenthris' marriage to Phelossa and with fears mounting that she might actually be barren, Queen Phelossa finally gives birth to a healthy male child, Mantheros.

Big celebrations ensue, as the line of Santhros seems to be finally secured with a male heir. This seems to guarantee security not only for the royal family, but also for the populace, who wants continuity with the path chosen by Santhros the Wise and followed by his son Laenthris. Queen Phelossa is named "the Lucky", yet her luck would soon be over.

The Santharian Queen Phelossa is crippled in an Accident
Only a few months after giving birth to her son Mantheros, the carriage Queen Phelossa's, her staff and her son were travelling in overturns for unknown reasons. While the driver and a maid die, baby Mantheros survives miraculously. The Queen survives as well, but is badly hurt and remains crippled for the rest of her life.

Instantly suspicions arise as to whether the incident was accidental or not. Protection for the child is stepped up drastically. Rumour has it meanwhile that the grandson of Santhros' second son Thaelnoric, the battletrained Staranos, has ambitions to claim the throne for himself should the time arrive, and that the accident might have been instigated by him.

70 - The Introduction of the Santharian Calendar
Following the works of the famous elven astronomer Mowi Farseer, the Santharian Calendar is introduced in the kingdom. It is the product of several years of research and scholarly work of experts done in Ciosa at the Starcharts Astrendum, the Astrologists Center of Santharia till this very day. The Quaelhoirhim elf Mowi Farseer (originally called Mór'weí Kýn'vaí in Styrásh, 95 b.S.-111 a.S.) accumulates data and oberservations from all civilized races of the kingdom in order to construct the new time measuring scheme. It needs to be emphasized however that the new calendar is to a great degree a detailed update on the Cournanian Calendar elaborated by the astronomer, philosopher and alchemist Tandelrah Cournan (1701-1636 b.S.).

77-80 THE FIRST SANTHARIAN WAR OF SUCCESSION (77-80)
With the death of King Laenthris a bitter war of succession to conquer the Santharin throne erupts between Mantheros, Laenthris's son, and his cousin Staranos. It would last three years until the conflict is settled, deadly consquences included.

77 - The Declaration of Carmalad
In a Declaration of Carmalad the Avennorians, Serphelorians and Caltharians vow to ignore Staranos' ambitions and proclaim Mantheros their king. Uncertainty spreads over the southern continent. Many people oppose Mantheros, fearing that he is too weak to support his claim without the necessary military force needed to back it up.

78 - Attempts of Interference of the Elven League in the Santharian War of Succession
The League, a secret elven-based organization which believes that only under human rule a perfect society reflecting the Dream of their High Goddess Avá can be achieved, face a terrible situation. The League cannot let the dynasty of the wise king die. Staranos is considered too cruel and the kingdom would be ravaged by another great war. The League's efforts now have to focus on supporting what they see as the one Santharian leader that could live up to their ideals - Mantheros. To do that they have to manifest their existence.

Cumragane, descendant of the first human leader of the League Allengard and descendant of the Centoraurian kings, sends Hecuran, the so-called "Elven Lion", on a quest to join the elves and form an army with every warrior available. This army, a total force of about thousand men, is placed at Mantheros' disposal. Cumragane then heads to Helcrah, his homeland.

Cumragane imprisoned
Upon arriving in Milkengrad Cumragane reveals himself as descendant of the Sostrian kings and leader of the League. He urges the Helcrani to fight for Mantheros and finds many supporters there, but nobody actually joins a campaign with him, because - with the absence of a Santharian King - their loyalty belongs only to the Anactar of Milkengrad.

Cumragane recognizes Anactar Semgon’s authority and places himself at his disposal in the war against Staranos' tyranny. In the Great Hall, the building where the Fratric Assembly takes place, the two of them are confronted as to be heard by every citizen.

But claiming that Mantheros' would stand no chance against Staranos' military prowess, Anactar Semgon orders Cumragane's capture. He and his accompanying men are thrown into prison.

79 - Mantheros retreats towards the Hèckra Volcano
As the usurper's army marches north through Caltharian lands to conquer the eastern harbours, which are supporting his enemy's supply lines, the Centoraurians with their army march east to block Mantheros' retreat, while the Kyranians advance from the south. Mantheros cannot afford a battle before his Goltherrhim reinforments arrive, so he retreats southwest towards the Hèckra volcano. Outnumbered and encircled, Mantheros is in deep trouble.

Cumragane is freed and turns the Tide
While imprisoned by the Anactar, Cumragane's words still echo among the populace. He told them that the Helcrani should not to abandon their king twice, as they did with king Curgan in 617 b.S., and strong opposition forms and manifests itself in Milkengrad. Cumragane is freed from his prison after an uprising in the city.

As the army is away, every Helcrani who is left behind takes some kind of weapon and marches east. Actually this is an army of reserves and armed non-combatants, like women and youths. However, a wave of enthusiasm is spreading on their way, Cumragane takes the lead. Staranos' veil of fear was shattered.

The End of the Santharian War of Succession: The Fulfillment of Tacunija's Curse
The Helcrani choose to abandon Anactar Semgon and fight and die - if neccessary - for their righteous king. As when Cumragane arrives at the battlefield the main body of the Helcran army turns to Mantheros' side and along with them the entire army group. Staranos is deprived of his whole army (except his personal guard), as nobody wants to serve him anymore. Staranos is trapped.

Along with the supporting Anactar Semgon Staranos manages to escape to the Hèckra. At that very moment the volcano that has been resting for centuries erupts and burns him with his remaining supporters. Cumragane and many of his men are burned too as they chase the tyrant in hairbreadth distance.

This ends Cumragane's life and fulfills Tacunija's Curse. From that day on a congealed lava formation landmark that resembles a person is said to represent the Helcrani hero Cumragane. With the fulfillment of the curse Helcrani from now on are redeemed from their crime. No more will they fight with each other. Now it is them who saved the day. Cumragane is honoured by his men and his nephew, who manages to escape Hèckra’s wrath, is assigned new Anactar of the city.

Official Disbandment of the League
Officially the League is disbanded after this battle, but it might still exist in another form. It is restricted to a very limited number of members, who until today look after Santharia and the wellfare of its people. Nothing is known of the current status of the League or the course of their struggle against the Pure and Coór.

80 - Mantheros Salazath crowned to Santharian King
Ending the Santharian War of Succession, Mantheros is finally crowned to Santharian King. While some irritation still lingers regarding the royal family in parts of the country, most people are happy that peace finally returns to the vast realm.

82 - The Santharian King Mantheros marries the Eyelian Ilee'ala
A high-ranking Eyelian beauty becomes the consort of King Mantheros.

83 - The Santharian Queen Ilee'ala gives birth to two twin daughters
Again the line of Santhros has difficulties with male heirs: Queen Ilee'ala gives birth to the twin daughters Na'ahena (an Eyelian name, paying tribute to the mother) and Sirthala (an Erpheronian name, as is her father's).

98 - The Tethinrhim Academy of Archery
With the continued success of the Santharian Kingdom, the fortified outpost begins to lose its sense of purpose and has become a burden to the Tethinrhim government. As an act of good faith towards his sovereign, the Rónn decrees that the outpost be re-fitted as an Academy to be opened to all members of the Alliance regardless of race.

ca. 100 - "Kasumarii" becomes a Santharian Watchword
The Kasumarii are a watchword in much of Santharia as the elite assassins of the shadows. Moonblades pierce Santharian weaponsmiths' awareness, and they start churning out imitations. No substitute for the real thing, though.What do you mean by watchword?

105 - Death of the Santharian King Mantheros
Aged only 45 Mantheros dies, having suffered heavily under the heaves breathing disease. A severe case of pneumonia is diagnosed after an excursion in the Santharian north, and Mantheros dies on his stay in the City of Death, Nyermersys. He leaves no male heir, and games of intrigue would soon dominate the royal court. Would they know the term pneumonia at this time? It isn't too 'modern' is it?

Just my thoughts for you, Artimodor. Most of it made sense to me, where it didn't, I asked you questions about it.

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« Reply #4 on: 24 May 2009, 14:57:12 »

Santhros became Tharanian King at 10 b.S., only later he became King of the bigger Santharian Kingdom, and still later the title "Santhros" was used for the Kings. (When? And what do we have for a female form, I forgot)


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« Reply #5 on: 24 May 2009, 16:32:46 »

I thought it was 'Santhran' for the title? And 'Santhra' for the females, perhaps? But there must be a record somewhere when we discussed this last....


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« Reply #6 on: 24 May 2009, 16:37:32 »

Ooooh! Would it be possible here (with Mantheros, say) to have a human heir raised (secretly or otherwise) BY elves (the League perhaps) in order to protect him and best fit him for the throne? If not in this century, perhaps in the next?

It would be so neat to have the reclusive elves every so often finding themselves unable to refrain from intervening in 'human affairs' when they see a chance to bring Ava's images of perfection closer to reality... and having a human raised by elves would create a special kind of human (a sort of wiser, more otherworldly Aragorn, I guess....)


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« Reply #7 on: 24 May 2009, 19:02:07 »

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The Santhran (Santharian King)
The King, who is always human, is the figurehead of the United Kingdom of Santharia. Since the death of Santhros the King also bears the title "Santhran" honouring the famous and by now legendary deeds of the first Santharian regent. The King's spouse is also referred to not only as "Queen" but as "Santhranna".

Found it in the Santharia entry...


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« Reply #8 on: 24 May 2009, 21:38:44 »

@Deklitch: Ok, regarding your comments, Deklitch

- The Royal Timeline covers all kings that rule in the first hundred years of Santharia, and Santhros was already king of Tharania before he became Santharian king when he united the kingdoms to a larger one. That also answers your question why King Mantheros/Queen Ilee'ala (80-105) is included in the list. I'm providing the accurate dates, and we'll continue with further hundred years anyway sooner or later.

- Corrections were made at the entry so that it sounds more English... Problem is often with all this History stuff that you have to gather a lot of information from the site or elsewhere, and with all the putting together of the information, some sentence structures get under the wheels

- It is said that the Earthen Titan has a throne in the depths of the dungeon. It's nowhere mentioned that Saban has one... At least the entry says that Saban wants to topple the Titan.

- Baron: Yup, no Stratanian name scheme as of yet. Should be added at some point though. Could also be that the title "Baron" actually doesn't exist down there. So specifics are still necessary to complete these references.

- Merella of course is "the first wife of the Santharian King's son, Laenthris" and not Santhros' wife... lol

- The "watchword" thingy isn't something I made, can't say if it's really proper English in this regard. Maybe it was just meant to be "catchword".

- Pneumonia was changed to "lunge illness".

@Everyone else:

- Brand new addition was also made in the year 0 to prepare the later renaming of the city:

Quia'antá (the later Santhala) becomes the Capital of the new Kingdom
The former Eyelian town of Quia'antá which was used already in the past for important gatherings by Santhros' father Aelric is chosen as the new Santharian capital. The town lies embedded in the central to Santharian, in the midst of the Rimmerins Ring and features multiple tribes living already in harmony together.

- As is the case with the name of Santhala, the titles "Santhran" and "Santranna" came later, we're still at the beginning of Santharian history.

@Judy:

- Well, there's a lot in the sketchy history line we've set up, and pretty much what you suggest here is covered in a way during the Age of Havoc (1440-1540) - waaaaaaaaaay later. Read this short quote from that time as it can be found in the sketchy history thread:

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The old dynasty (Santhros line) hides in order to avoid execution, Vontron Forest. The elves protect them remembering the ancient friendship, maybe even the League helps this line.

Does that satisfy you? As these more recent years are crucial in bringing back the Santhros line, and everything that happens there has much more weight nowadays. It's also all a good twist placing it all so late that these intial players show up then


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« Reply #9 on: 24 May 2009, 21:46:48 »

Fascinating read, Arti. thumbup

As you keep building on this, I might actually learn something south of the Tandalas rolleyes


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« Reply #10 on: 25 May 2009, 03:44:17 »

Goodie goodie! I appreciate people who can actually invent/write history - although it's one of my majors and I'm steeped in the stuff, for some reason it does not come easily to me to write it...

Bravo again, Art....


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« Reply #11 on: 26 May 2009, 21:17:20 »

I found it very interesting Art!

While I know little to nil of Santharian Affairs, I enjoyed the tone, the dashing of scandal and uncertainity, as well as the small details like the Rogue Baron in the Southern Kingdom grin

And if it can entertain a Nybelmarian, think how the people who know what you are talking about are receiving it!

Nice Work Art!

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« Reply #12 on: 26 May 2009, 21:31:08 »

It's not precisely my own doing, but a community effort of things we've put together during Santhmoot II back in the days. I just translated it to history events that can finally make it on the site and slowly but surely give a more complete picture of what happened after the birth of that huge kingdom. And I think it's about time we get some of those details on the site, so this I hope is another step in the right direction


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« Reply #13 on: 26 May 2009, 22:51:33 »

I would like to have a closer look at it, but currently I'm rotating in free space and not able to gather my thoughts. That baron of Uderza sounds wrong..
I assume, that you want to have it ready for next update, I don't know, if I can manage this. Until Sunday I'm terribly busy and afterwards not much at home. But as I see it, some things can be changed here even if it is up, right?


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« Reply #14 on: 26 May 2009, 23:04:15 »

Things can be changed later, sure. If they are disquieting enough for you once they're on the site, so that you feel the need to put them right asap, then that will eventually be a good thing... lol

No, seriously: Maybe the southerners don't have Barons and stuff, but other titles, other ways of managing lands etc. Then this is a good way to think in this direction, or to twist that event to something more appropriate to the region. At any rate, as has been said: If it all puts wheels in motion that's a good sign, and maybe your thoughts eventually find a landing strip somewhere


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