Therid I

Emperor Therid I, formerly known as Lord Therid of Thiladan, was the first emperor and founder of the Theridan Empire, established after he led his followers and troops on a conquest of the continent of Paledia.
Considered a warlord of the region prior to the Wars of Conquest that led to the establishment of the Theridan Empire, Therid used cunning, diplomacy and military strength to unite human states, exiled wanderers and other warlords behind his banner, directing them against states with growing influence and power. The anti-elven attitude of the Empire was also established during this period, with human raids on non-human settlements and areas encouraged.
As time went on, Therid's influence grew, as did the size of his lands. In a series of devastating campaigns during the Wars of Conquest, he swept through a series of allied duchies and kingdoms, subjugating all to his rule.
The Wars of Conquest concluded, he paused his campaign, despite the urging of his advisors and generals to crush the non-human states as well, in order to consolidate his power. It was during this time that the construction of the new Imperial capital, Thedrinydd, began, Therid intending it to be the seat of his continent-spanning Empire, and the House of Therid was established.
Soon after the completion of Thedrinydd, Emperor Therid I, was assassinated, or at the least, died in mysterious circumstances, leaving his son, Prince Morerin, as heir to the Imperial Throne.
Category:Imperial Family
Category:Emperors
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