Melhed

Republic of Melhed

Melhed History Summary
The lands once encompassed by Melhed occupied Beluaterra's northeastern reaches, for years beyond counting, but that time has passed. Founded by one of the first groups of human colonists to the new continent, Melhed grew to encompass and unify the north of Beluaterra before internal descent and betrayal brought ruin to the once great nation.
Age of Mystery
Making a home for themselves in an inhospitable wilderness of ice and cold the early settlers braved the wilds to build a home for themselves. Every step had to be won, every breath snatched from death's icy grasp. Guided by the Pontifex, (2002-2003) the people succeeded against all odds but the struggle took its toll. That wild frontier plagued with constant raids by the inhumans required called to mercenaries from foreign lands. One such group was to be set as a march on the frontier, a shield for the nation but the death of Pontifex Argos did not see this come to pass.
Age of Blood
Outraged that the new Pontifex refused to honour the treaties the mercenaries rebelled, claiming the fledgling nation for their own and embroiling themselves in a destructive war with Fronen to the south that would see savage fury be restrained by an occupation. The foreign tyranny did not last and Emperor Tsu Sun brought freedom to the north once more. (2003-2004) A secular ruler, his appearance marked an increased connection between the human nations. However this did not bring peace to the north and the Defensive Alliance War soon followed as every nation in the land invaded Melhed, apparently to defend themselves.
Age of Reason
As the inhumans returned the Empire faded to be replaced with the Republic under the administration of the Senate. (2004-2013) This golden age of peace in the north tempered the savage heart with reason. As the rest of the continent descended into anarchy and war the Republic flourished and turned attention inward experiencing prosperity unrivaled. The realms of Valentia and Thalmarkin were founded by colonists intent to reclaim the frozen north leading to the creation of the Four Kingdoms Alliance with the sister nation Old Grehk. Though none realized it at the time, this contrast between the peaceful north and war-wracked south was by design. With no obvious conflict to distract, the Senate spent its time and energy extending dominion over the continent of Beluaterra to ensure security against another invasion and increase their power. By the twilight of the Republic, all of Beluaterra danced to their tune.
Age of Betrayal
The golden age of the Republic began to fade with the collapse of the Four Kingdoms Alliance. The infighting among the once great nations was a small concern next to the deep cultural and religious divides that came with the reintegration of Valentia into Melhed. Mistrust grew, and the struggles of the Patrician strata threatened to tear the nation apart. But in the end a compromise was made and the Valentic people turned their attention to matters of faith while the Melites to governance.
Age of Ruin
Though the Republic remained for many years it too passed with the rise of the Tyrant Kings. (2013-2015/03/06) Intent on glory and conquest long denied under the seemingly peaceful Republic the kings overthrew the Senate and awakened the savage heart all to march for war. Former client states and puppets shook off the neglected yoke of their master and through relentless warfare shattered the ancient nation.
Now all that remains are shadows and scraps, the record halls and trappings of power trampled in the dust. Who knows, perhaps one day the Melhed Wolf will stalk the lands again.
The complete history of Melhed, to the extent that there is one, can be found within the Agyrian Academy Archives.

People

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What is Melhed? - The eternal question.

Guide to the Regions of Melhed - tourists welcome

Agyr - Ancient Capitol

Melhed's National Archives

Agyrian Academy Archives
Icon	Age	Years	Government	Description
	Age of Discovery	2003	Pontifex of Flame	From the first human settlements on Beluaterra until the 1st Invasion and arrival of the Mercenaries.
	Age of Blood	2004	Empire of Sun	The end of the First Invasion until the fall of the Emperor and start of the 2nd Invasion.
	Age of Reason	2005-2007	Republic of Balance	The Rise of the Republic after the Second Invasion until the collapse of the Four Kingdoms Alliance during the 3rd Invasion.
	Age of Betrayal	2008-2010	Republic of Balance	After the collapse of the Four Kingdoms Alliance, through the 3rd Invasion and up to the 4th.
	Age of Blight	2011	Republic of Balance	Beluaterra is consumed by the Blight and the marked lands swallowed by the shadow in the 5th Invasion.
	Age of Ruin	2012-2015	Tyranny of Wolf	From the end of the 5th Invasion into the Rebellion of the Wolf Tyrants and the destruction of Melhed before finally reaching the 6th Invasion.
	Age of Shadow	2017-		From the end of the 6th Invasion through to the Return until....

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