Seydoum

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**Seydoum** was once a sovereign nation located in the land of Ernia. It existed from 905 until its collapse in 1120. During its time as a nation, Seydoum was known for its political and cultural influence within the region. Despite its rich history, Seydoum ultimately met its downfall due to a combination of internal conflict and external pressures. Today, the ruins of Seydoum serve as a reminder of the grandeur and complexity of this ancient civilization.

## History

### Prehistory

In the thousands of years BC, a civilization of Proto-Seydoumians existed. They spoke the Olde-Usgada language, but the people who currently inhabit the region of Seydoum are not the same as the Proto-Seydoumians. The Xouyotus Empire was established in 1035 BC by Thekuks, and they formed a trading partnership with Proto-Seydoumia. Unfortunately, the empire came to an end in 8 BC due to Thekuks migrating south to the area where Seydoum is located today.

### Pre-Seydoum

Before the existence of Seydoum, there was the Eltak Khaganate, which was ruled by Bataar from 889 to 894 and then by Andatar from 894 to 900. The Eltak Khaganate declared its independence from the Khaebet in 889, but unfortunately, their independence was short-lived. In 900, the Chaltak Khagan invaded and killed Andatar, ultimately resulting in the loss of independence for the Eltak Khaganate.

### First Khaganate of Seydoum (905-949)

In 905, Seydoum achieved independence from the Chaltak Khagan, with no resistance from the freedom movement due to the ongoing Khaebet-Chaltak War. The khan at the time was Eltag, but he suddenly passed away from a heart attack, leaving his son Gertla to take over the leadership. During the period of 922 to 949, Seydoum occupied northern territories and successfully conquered a small portion of the Chaltak Khaganate in 938. Gertla implemented a rule that required the first name of the king to be "Tal". This rule faced significant opposition, but it eventually died out when the Chaltak Khaganate re-conquered Seydoum after gaining independence from the Khaebet Kingdom in 949.

### Second Khaganate of Seydoum (962-971)

12 years after its liberation, Seydoum was once again ruled by Tal Asdan, who came to power after freeing the nation from the grasp of Chaltak Khagan. Tal Asdan was determined to ensure the future security of Seydoum and invested heavily in upgrading the armor and weapons of his army. However, these investments had unintended consequences. The high demand for materials needed for weapons and armor led to their scarcity, and coupled with a shortage of archers, Seydoum was unable to defend itself from its enemies. Despite its efforts to fortify its military, Seydoum ultimately collapsed in 971, marking the smallest extent of its territorial expansion.

### Third Khaganate of Seydoum (974-997)

Seydoum became independent three years later with Tal Eltaz ruling over it. During this time, Chaltak Khagan, a neighboring kingdom, was weakened and Seydoum saw the opportunity to launch a counterattack. From 975 to 978, Seydoum built up its military strength, investing in upgrading its weapons and armor to prepare for the eventual confrontation. In 979, the efforts paid off as Seydoum was able to successfully defeat Chaltak Khagan and claim a portion of its territory as its own. This marked a turning point in Seydoum's history and solidified its status as a powerful kingdom.

### Kingdom of Seydoum (997-1120)

However, a much greater threat soon emerged from the west. Ernistan Empire had conquered all the neighboring nations and was closing in on Seydoum. In order to counter the threat, the Khagan of Seydoum made a bold move by transforming the country into a kingdom that was more similar to the Ernistan Empire, instead of retaining its traditional Tengri roots. This decision was not well received by the Thekuk people, who were residing in the western part of Seydoum and were dissatisfied with the reforms. They staged a rebellion and were successful in their efforts, resulting in Seydoum becoming even smaller.

#### Before Collapses

The residents of Seydoum had grown increasingly dissatisfied with the rule of King Tal Burgerdam. Despite their protests and pleas for action, he seemed to do nothing to address their concerns. Finally, driven to desperation, a group of protesters led by a man named Egonvor stormed the castle where the king was staying. They overpowered the guards and made their way inside, where they encountered more resistance. But they fought bravely, taking down several of the guards, including the maid, and finally reached the king himself. In a brutal confrontation, Egonvor killed King Tal Burgerdam and claimed the crown for himself. He declared himself the new king of Seydoum and set about ruling the kingdom in his own way, determined to make changes that would benefit his people.

### Kingdom of Eteldogia (1120)

Egonvor then changed the name to "Kingdom of Eteldogia". However, during Egonvor's rule, many residents suffered from the lack of resources and were forced to move to Ernistan or other areas. However, before they could escape, Egonvor and his supporters began killing these residents. This alarming situation in Seydoum soon reached the attention of the ruler of Ernistan, who quickly dispatched troops to evacuate the remaining population and arrest Egonvor and his supporters. Eventually, Egonvor was captured, tried, and executed for his crimes against the people of Seydoum.

The evacuation of the entire population from Seydoum resulted in the Ernistani troops marching in and using the area as a military base to secure the borders of Ernistan. The territory was divided into two parts, Bregastov and Shavelot. Bregastov was responsible for protecting the mainland of Ernistan from potential threats, while Shavelot was tasked with safeguarding Ernistan's seas from any danger. These measures ensured the safety and security of Ernistan and its citizens.

As of present, Bregastov and Shavelot have remained operational, leaving Seydoum desolate and soon to be claimed by the indigenous tribes. Over time, the once thriving kingdom of Seydoum has now become nothing more than a distant memory, a footnote in the annals of history. However, the threat of invading forces still looms over the abandoned land, leaving the future of Seydoum uncertain. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen what will become of this once mighty kingdom and whether or not the tribes will be able to reclaim their ancestral land.

## Politics

### Goverment

Seydoum was a feudal monarchy, with the King (referred to as Tal) holding absolute power over its citizens and the nation. The king had the ultimate authority in making decisions regarding the country's political, economic, and social matters. The citizens of Seydoum were subject to the rule and laws set forth by their king, and they had to abide by them without question. The king's rule was absolute and unchallenged, making the kingdom a highly hierarchical society where the power is centralized in the hands of the king.

## Demographics

### Nationality

Seydoum, at one point in time was home to the original natives who lived there for generations. However, due to a sudden migration that took place between 100 B.C and 10 B.C, the indigenous population was replaced by a new group of people known as Thekuks. These new inhabitants brought their own unique culture and customs, which slowly became the dominant culture in Seydoum. Despite this, traces of the original natives' history and heritage still remain, and are revered by the Thekuks as a reminder of their rich and diverse past.

### Religions

The residents of Seydoumia were once proud followers of their own unique minor religion. However, as time went on and they began to migrate to other lands, their land was eventually taken over by the Thekuk people. The Thekuk brought with them their own beliefs and practices, including the worship of Tengri through the ancient religion of Tengri Paganism.

### Language

Usgada is widely spoken among the Thekuk population residing in Seydoum. It has become a significant part of the Thekuk culture and is passed down from generation to generation.