New Taurethrim Empire

Flag of the New Taurethrim Empire

### Claimed Lands

The Far Harad Jungles, Far Harad Bushlands, Far Harad Swamplands, Western Mangroves

### Capital

NT - Seat of the MonarchyMûmakâh - Seat of the Warlord

### Heritage

Taurethrim, Limwaith, Cerinrim, Astrasi (in the northern parts), Numenorean (near Otoch Kâh)

### NPCs

All Taurethrim Npcs

 Introduction

The New Taurethrim Empire is by far the dominant force in Far Harad, unchallenged by the Morwaith and Limwaith, occupying the Taurethrim Jungle and the previous lands which pertained to the Taurethrim Empire, of which the current Empire is the heir to. The empire consists of several provinces, each ruled by a Chief. The power lies with the High-King while the Warlord organizes the defense of the empire. Much power also rests with the Tribal Chiefs/Governors, who run each Province under the direction of the High King. They, together with several respected Elders, form a council known as the Imperial Cabinet which holds an advisory role in Government.

## Chronicles of the Jungle Tribes

### The Ancient Empire

If you want to know the long and bloody tale of the Taurethrim, you have to go back to the earliest days of haradrim civilization.

History goes back to the time when the Plains Tribe (nowadays the Morwaith) began to split up. The Taurethrim as we know them began to settle in the swamps of Far Harad around lake Chunha.

As generations passed the Taurethrim, however, had to move south. A big flood is widely accepted as the most likely catastrophe that might have forced the Taurethrim to move south.

In the following centuries, they became the prevalent power in Far Harad Jungles, subduing the neighboring Limwaith and Morwaith. Over the centuries, empires and kingdoms rose and fell. Eventually, however, the Golden Age of the Taurethrim came to an end.

Marauding bands of Morwaith plundered the northern jungles, hunted down the sacred Mûmakil and mixed with the local population. The remaining Taurethrim, or what was left of them, were scattered and weak. Most of the Taurethrim culture and speech was lost.

### Astrasi Era / First Independent Kingdom

After centuries of stagnation, the Near Haradrim Astrasi Empire seized the Jungles and established control over all the tribes. Among the Taurethrim of this time, two chieftains rose to power, julianroma and Trey I. As the Astrasi influence dwindled, Trey I. restored Taurethrim control over the Jungles and began to rebuild the old empire from the island capital of Tol Hîth. The reconstruction of the lost glory began.

### The Great Division

Soon, however, Trey began to seek the solitude of Tol Hîth more and more often. His grip, especially over those tribes which had regular contact with their northern neighbours, the Morwaith ruled by Aglarion\_II, grew weak. Then a new chieftain came, named Gingilipho, who was granted support of the newly strengthened Astrasi Empire and proclaimed himself King of the Jungles as part of the Astrasi.

In conflict with the southern tribes, still loyal to Trey, the Taurethrim split apart. The Southern Taurethrim governed still by Trey, soon to be replaced by julianroma, controlled the South from the new capital of Mûmakâh. The Northern Astrasi-Taurethrim rallied behind Gingilipho, soon to be replaced by Manveru. He appointed the project of Maltimîr en Taur, started during the Independent Era, as the new Northern capital.  While there is no formal date for when the Great Division began, Gingilipho joined the Astrasi in May 2016.

Even though the conflict was inevitable and the Taurethrim still carry the scars of the Great Division, open war never broke out and the situation stabilized under Manveru and julianroma. For the first time ,the Taurethrim was truly split and the North began developing differently, influenced by the Harpy Cult and Astrasi culture, which still persists in some parts of the Taurethrim Empire.

### New Taurethrim Empire

In the meantime a new city began to rise upon the ruins of the old trading centre of Otoch Kâh, governed by the Half-Numenorean Cizin al-Korth. As Manveru grew tired of ruling, Cizin was eventually crowned as the King of the Northern Taurethrim by the Astrasi empress shamiir. Soon the Astrasi nobility found itself in a struggle for control of Far Harad, resulting in the Morwaith declaring independence. In the course of that conflict ,Cizin and julianroma decided the time of division had to end. Led by both, Cizin and julianroma agreed for the Northern and Southern tribe to be finally united again and progress grew faster and faster. Many cities were founded during that time and the Taurethrim secured an independent political position in the Far South once again. Soon the New Taurethrim Empire was declared, now led by High-King Cizin al-Korth and his right -hand man, Warlord julianroma. By going back to the old Taurethrim ways, the New Empire began to rise.

### Korthean Dynasty

Even though the relationship with some Northern neighbours remained tense, the unification was followed up by a period of peace and prosperity. Many cities were founded or rebuild during this time and the infrastructure of the empire returned to its former efficiency. Otoch Kâh became the political, economic, and cultural centre of the empire. A symbol of Taurethrim craftsmanship and wealth was the newly constructed Korthean residence in Otoch Kâh, intended to manifest the Korthean legacy and serve as a seat of power for Cizin and those who would follow. In April 2019 Julianroma stepped down as warlord and Bunling of the Cape tribe was appointed as his successor. As Cizin al-Korth grew old, his son Tecun al-Korth, the heir to the throne, slowly assumed more and more responsibilities regarding the reign of the empire. Eventually, Cizin died of old age, buried beneath the throne hall of Otoch Kâh and Tecun al-Korth was crowned as new High-King. Tecun the Calm's reign continued the lasting peace of the empire, but eventually he stepped down due to inactivity and was succeeded by AfroBro13. After rising to the throne, one of King AfroBro13's first missions was to reorganize the empire and address the declining player count.

### Taurethrim Renaissance

Afrobro13 immediately started an aggressive recruiting campaign which helped sustain the faction for a time. During this campaign Thebosslin was recruited into the faction. The tribal structure of the faction was also reconstructed and the tribes of Toron Dor, Celuforn, Amrûthand, Taurind, and Cape of Harad were all dissolved, leaving just the tribes of Falastaur, Mûmak's Dominion and Toldairian Coast. This period was also a time of great diplomatic outreach with an alliance being formed with Lossoth/Forochel and many non aggression pacts being formed with neighboring Haradric factions. Construction of the city of NT was also started during this time.

### Haradric Unification

In late 2020, Afrobro13, along with the other Haradric Leaders, started the Alliance of the Rising Sun. The initial factions in the alliance were: Taurethrim, Morwaith, Half Trolls, Near Harad, and Umbar. The goal of the alliance was to create a unified Harad against any northern factions that might threaten Harad. This alliance led to a lasting peace in Harad. Early into 2021, Afrobro13 decided to step down to allow newer members to lead the faction. Thebosslin was selected as the new High-King of the Taurethrim. Thebosslin brought with him the Cult of the Mango and the beginnings of the Mango Mafia. Leadership of the Mango Mafia was then handed to Afrobro13, where he then led Harad from the shadows. Thebosslin continued to strengthen the bonds with the rest of the Haradric factions and the Limwaith was added to the Alliance of the Rising Sun. In early 2021 Bunling stepped down as warlord and Tactics\_Vanguard took his place. In late 2021, Kahina replaced Tactics\_Vanguard as warlord.

### Age of War

At the start of Thebosslin's reign, tensions between many factions were almost at a breaking point. Because of this the Capital of the empire was relocated to the secret city of NT. Under the leadership of Thebosslin, the Taurethrim Empire waged many wars across Middle Earth. The first of these many wars was a conflict against the Half Trolls of Perdorogwaith. The first of these battles took place in the abandoned city at Kimen Kah. This battle was a major victory for the Taurethrim, suffering only 2 casualties compared to the 5 of the Half Trolls. The Taurethrim then plunged their forces deeper into Half Troll territory and attacked a fort near the northern coasts of Perdorogwaith. This battle was a decisive victory for the Taurethrim, suffering minimal causalities. The Half trolls then sent a strike force to attack the isle of Tol hith. The strike force was originally held off, but the Taurethrim defenders were unable to hold them off for long. The Taurethrim defenders were wiped out and the Half Trolls continued their march. During this time the tensions between both factions and Mordor steadily increased and after this last battle the Taurethrim and Half Trolls decided to set aside their differences and deal with the threat of Mordor. The Taurethrim Empire, with the aid of the Half Trolls, Morwaith, Limwaith, Near Harad, Umbar, and Gundabad declared war on Mordor, who was aided by the Eastern Empire, Angmar and Dunland. The battle was fought on the southern beaches of the island of Tol Torog, and while Mordor was victorious, peace was called for and the isle of Tol Torog was returned to the Half Trolls. Now that the northern threat had been dealt with, the Taurethrim and Half Trolls resumed their squabble. At the Siege of Tol Hith the Taurethrim forces, aided by Haradric mercenaries, dealt a decisive victory to the Half Trolls. With the Half Trolls reeling from their defeat, Thebosslin failed to press the advantage and a brief period of calm ensued. While both the Taurethrim and Half Trolls continued to be at war with each other, they both responded to calls of aid from their northern ally, Near Harad, who had been attacked by the forces of Gondor, aided by Dol Amroth, Rohan, and the High Elves. When peace was found, the fighting against the Half-Trolls continued, with the Taurethrim led by Thebosslin besieging Hardorogost, where they lost a crushing defeat with no casualties on the Half-Trolls side. The Taurethrim retreated to an old fort on the isle of Tol Hith, and there they waited for the coming storm. It was at this fort where the combined forces of the Half Trolls and their Astrasi allies dealt a decisive blow to the Taurethrim Empire. It did not help the Taurethrim Public's Opinion of Astrasi Rule. High King Thebosslin held a vote to determine whether Astrasi would rule again or not. with 100% of the public voting no to Astrasi Rule, The Taurethrim will continue to fight against the Astrasi Hordes.

### More Astrasi Aggression, Beginning of first Golden Age

The United Tribes of the Moredain and the New Taurethrim Empire formed a close alliance known as the Based Union of Tropical Tribes to combat further Astrasi military expansion into Far Harad and to work together to make far harad prosperous and wealthy. Soon enough however, a Sizeable force of Astrasi Forces landed near Taurelonde and is Currently Advancing on the Ruined city. An elite force of Taurethrim Legionnaires and Morwaith Hunters await them. During this period, The Empire gained 3 recruits in 1 week. It is a definite beginning of the first Golden Age of the New Taurethrim Empire.

## Taurethrim Tribes

The **Tribe of Falastaur** (Red), with the old imperial capital of **Otoch Kâh**, was once the centre of power in the North-West of the jungles. Due to it´s proximity to the northern parts of Far Harad and the shores of Belegaer it has always prospered by trading with its neighbours, such as the Morwaith and the Númenorean and Black Númenorean colonies. Those trading relationships, however, cooled down after the doom of the ancient Taurethrim Empire. Under the reign of Cizin\_al\_Korth these old ties were revived and Falastaur is once again the dominant tribe of the North and the political, cultural and economic centre of the Empire. Nowadays, it's lands consists all of the northern jungles, swamplands, and the mangroves west of the Haraduin. Recently the Tribe of Falastaur has come under the control of bedrock3000.

Latest Involvement: Planning of New WP Build

Capital: Otoch Kah

The **Tribe of the Toldairian Coast** (Orange), ruled from the old capital of **Toldaire,** is mainly comprised of settlements on the coastline and on the islands off the eastern coastline. While under Trey I. the island of Tol Hîth and the city of Toldaire was the centre of Taurethrim power, now the Toldairians are more of a remote tribe as compared to their western neighbours. Among the Taurethrim tribes the Toldairians are the most seafaring people as they regularly travel and patrol between their cities and strongholds, mostly by small boats. Some, in order to prove themselves, also swim huge distances, therefore the Toldairians are known as the fastest and most tenacious swimmers. The ancient stronghold islands protect and oversee the waters that the Taurethrim control, historically especially from occasional Half Troll attacks from the neighbouring islands to the North. Many islands are equipped with extensive protections against such raids, some with high walls and far reaching weaponry, others with plenty of boats, capable to repel any known threat. While trading mainly among themselves, the Toldairians export fish and all kinds of goods from the sea to the other provinces of the empire.

Latest Involement: Top Secret

Capital: Confidential

Thelands of the **Tribe of Mûmak´s Dominion** (Yellow) are located at the heart of the Taurethrim empire and ruled from **Mûmakâh.** Originally this vast province was populated by a people widespread between small towns and villages, however proud and eager to prove their strength against anyone in battle, thus being among the most respected tribes in the empire. During the latter years of Taurethrim division Mûmakaah was the seat of the Southern Taurethrim Tribe after julianroma assumed power and proclaimed it as his seat of power. As a result this tribe grew in numbers and beyond its original focus on war and strength, also becoming a people of remarkable architects, artists, and traders, the work of whose can be observed when wandering the numerous streets of Mûmakaah. Even though NT is now the seat of royal power, Mûmakaah is still among the most developed cities in the Taurethrim Empire. Even though Mumakaah is one of the most developed cities in the Empire, the tribe itself isn't the most populated or technologically advanced, and more secluded than the other two tribes.

Latest Involvement: Finished WP Build: Emerald Lakes (Not technically in Mumaks Dominion but planned and built by Players of that Tribe)

Capital: Mumakah

**Player List (Updated January 12, 2022):**

-**Falastaur**

* bedrock3000 (Warlord)
* Sir\_Defcon (ex Chief)
* AbobalagoogyWard (Tribal Elder)
* ImmTB
* XucuruQuechua (inactive)
* Juppy95 (Inactive)
* Tecun\_al\_Korth (ex High-King) (Inactive)
* Hiccupwood (Inactive)
* SkellyTahu456 (Inactive)
* Luke5Arman (Inactive)
* Mr\_Manveru (Tribal Elder) (Inactive)

-**Mûmak´s Dominion**

* Okoun (Chief)
* Tactics\_Vanguard (Ex-Chief)
* Chancho (inactive)
* PotatoDodger
* Julianroma (Inactive)
* Krither (Inactive)
* Wuffalo (Inactive)
* JimMoriartyX (Inactive)
* HeDashHe (Inactive)
* Devcore (Inactive)
* Utenix (Inactive)
* Jonathan555561 (Inactive)

-**Toldairian Coast**

* Kahina (High-King)
* Thebosslin (ex High-King)
* AfroBro13
* RhysieWelsh
* ChickenDevil
* NukeRubberDucky
* MelonTheLegend
* CrownJewel162 (Inactive)
* AutiAutumn (Inactive)
* Silent\_Hrafn (Inactive)
* Brokenhealer244 (Inactive)
* Kurothearcher (Inactive)
* Weretom (Inactive)
* Minecraft\_forevr (Elder) (Inactive)

**-Undecided or part of a dissolved tribe:**

* KK\_Dragon (Inactive)
* pawelex22 (Inactive)
* strusik01 (Inactive)
* Cawawa (username?) (Inactive)
* dilithium (Inactive)
* AsterosTheGreat (Inactive)
* VBBros (Inactive)
* Zuin\_C (Inactive)
* Knaber (Inactive) (left the fac I think)

## Government

#### Royal, Executive and Military Branches

The New Taurethrim Empire have adapted their government over time from its predecessors before it. It currently has a Monarchy with a High King of the Taurethrim, who rules from the Royal District of NT, and a Warlord who rules from Mûmakâh. The High King is a title that is appointed by the previous bearer, the High King is the Federal Head of the Kingdom and has complete Executive, Judicial and Legislative Power, the Warlord is also an appointed office, usually, the previous bearer would recommend a suitable candidate to the High King who would then approve or disprove. The Warlord is traditionally in charge of the coordination of the defense of the realm in case of attack. Following the crowning of a new High King, the province which they once controlled will continue to be theirs unless decided otherwise. The High King will then take up Office in the Royal District of NT.

#### Legislative and Judicial Branches

The New Taurethrim Government is made up of the Chiefs of the provinces of the kingdom, they make up the Imperial Cabinet, which sits in the Council Hall at Mumakah or can sometimes rotate between capitals of the provinces. They hold no executive power however and are entirely subject to the power of the High King. They give advice to the High King who ultimately holds all de jure power, the judicial branch is also held within the Royal Council who advises the High King on how to act on Judicial Matters. The Cabinet is made up of 3 Separate Offices which are used as a vehicle to bring about the will of the Cabinet and, ultimately, the High King.

* The **Imperial Commission for Internal Affairs** acts as the Administrative Office of the New Taurethrim Empire, running internal affairs including Provincial images, and the distribution of new citizens.
* The **Imperial Commission for External Affairs** acts as the Foreign Office of the New Taurethrim Empire, running External Affairs including establishing Embassies (Termed Imperial Commissions), appointing Imperial Commissioners, and establishing alliances.
* The **Imperial Commission for Justice** acts as the Judicial Office of the New Taurethrim Empire and acts as purely an advisory body for advising the High King in all judicial decisions.

The current Chiefs of Government are:

* **Thebosslin, High King of the Taurethrim** is ruling the Taurethrim Empire from the Royal district of NT.
* **Kahina, Warlord of the Taurethrim** **&** **Chieftain of Mûmak's Dominion** lives in the great city of Mûmakâh.

## Leaders of the past

**Trey I. (minecraft\_forevr):**

The first king of the Taurethrim, founder and ruler of the first Taurethrim kingdom and the former capital of Toldaire.

**Cizin al-Korth (Cizin\_al\_Korth):**

After being chieftain of the North, Cizin reunified the Taurethrim tribes together with julianroma to form the New Taurethrim Empire. Soon after Cizin became the first High-King of said empire, reforming the organizational structure of the Taurethrim.

**Tecun al-Korth (Tecun\_al\_Korth):**

WIP

**AfroBro13 (The Great):**

Taking over from Tecun, Afro restructured the tribes and built many alliance with factions near and abroad. Afro is responsible for much of what the Taurethrim have become to this day.

**Thebosslin (The Golden):**

Came to power when Afro decided to step down in favor of fresh blood. Spent the majority of the first 6 months of his reign in various different wars and conflicts. The Empire has gained over 7 recruits in 7 months since September 2021 (Written on March 30th, 2022)

***Note: Only rulers that have ruled the entirety of the Taurethrim will be listed in this section.***

## Tribes of the past

The Northern Tribe consisted of what are today the provinces of Falastaur, Amrûthand, Celuforn and Taurind. It was formally defined as all of the jungles north of Aktun Kaah.

The Southern Tribe consisted of what are today the provinces of Mûmak´s Domain, the Cape of Harad and the Toldairian Coast. It was formally defined as all of the jungles south of Aktun Kaah.

Toron Dor was one of the succeeding provinces of what used to be The Northern Tribe. After a succession crisis for it's Chief, the Imperial Cabinet decided that it was best to remove Toron Dor as a tribe and gift its lands to Falastaur, Celuforn, and Taurind.

The Cape Tribe consisting of the western bushlands, Amrûthand consisting of much of the eastern jungles and the mangroves, Celuforn consisting of the northern jungles, and Taurind which consisted of the mountains and surrounding jungles, were all dissolved under AfroBro13's reign, and their lands distributed among Falastaur, the Toldairian Coast, and Mûmak's Dominion.

## Jungle Strongholds

* **Otoch Kâh**
* **Mûmakâh**
* **Maltimîr-en-Taur**
* **Toldaire**
* **Nohol Tâm**
* **Teotl Kâh**
* **Pishan Kâh**
* **Nohoch Kâh**
* **Ya'ash Kâh**
* **Lukik Paah**
* **Tûnich Kâh**

## Joining the Empire

1. Reach out in the faction request channel on the TOS discord, or message a Chieftain or the High King in game or on discord. If you see a member of the Empire in-game that is not a Chieftain, contact them. they will get you in contact with a Tribal Chief, Warlord, or High King.
2. Make it to the Far Harad Jungles
3. Reach the city of NT
4. Gain 100 alignment with the Taurethrim
5. Join the official Taurethrim discord channel

## Ranks

**Recruit**: A player who has joined the faction but not yet met the requirements to become a full member.

**Tribesman**: A player who has met the requirement to join the faction.

**Cuextacatl (Warrior)**: A player who has killed two players in a Claim Battle or Raid that is sanctioned by the High King or the Warlord.

**Calquetxqui (Builder)**: A player who has completed 2 building jobs set out by the High King, a Tribe Chief, or a Tolteca.

**Cuauhocelotl (Jaguar Warrior)**: A player who has defended the empire in a significant way. Appointed by the High King or the Warlord.

**Tolteca (Artisan)**: A player who has significantly contributed to the Empire's builds and Architecture. Appointed by the High King or a Tribe Chief.

Note: All Ranks below this are a member of the Taurethrim Council.

**Tribe Chief**: A player who has been put in charge of a Tribe by the High King. Leads and Coordinates building projects within their Tribe.

**Warlord**: The Tribe Chief at the right hand of the High King. Other than the usual responsibilities of a chief, the Warlord is tasked with coordinating and organizing the defense of the empire as well as maintaining order and security internally.

**Elder**: A High King, Warlord or Tribe Chief that has stepped down from their position but is still held in high esteem in the Empire.

**Crown Prince**: Heir to the Throne of the Empire. Supports the High King in ruling the empire and takes over the responsibilities of the High King if the same is unable to assume their responsibilities. This functions as a test of character for the future leader of the empire. Appointed by the High King.

**High King**: Supreme ruler of the Empire. Manages the Empire as a whole and its place in Middle Earth

## Diplomatic Relations

### Alliances

* Gundabad
* Morwaith

### Non-aggression treaties

* Forodren Gwaith
* Lothlorien
* Isengard
* Forochel/Lossoth
* Eastern Khandate
* Limwaith

### Other pacts and arrangements

Based Union of Tropical Tribes (Morwaith) Designed to Improve Far Harad and Combat Astrasi.

## Religions

1. The **Mûmakil cult** is one of the prevailing religions in the Taurethrim Empire. Temples worshipping the mighty beasts of the jungle can be found wherever the Taurethrim settle.
2. The **Original Taurethrim Religion**, brought back by Warrior-Shamans of True Taurethrim Lineage, is growing within the empire. (Was Created by Mevans. The List of Gods can be found Here.)
3. The **Flamingo cult** is an old religion of the southern reaches of the Taurethrim, most notably worshipped by the former Chief Bunling of the Cape Tribe. The worship of these obnoxious pink birds has largely died out in modern times.
4. More recently the **Cult of the Mango**, led by the Mango Mafia, has swept across the empire. The Mango Cult is accepting of other religions and many followers of the Mango are also members of the Mûmakil cult. The Mango Cult are fierce enemies of the **Cult of the Melon**.
5. During the years of Astrasi occupation, the **Harpy Cult** of Near Harad grew strong in the northern jungles. Since the reunification, however, the Harpy followers have been on the decline and many temples have fallen into disrepair. A new harpy temple at Otoch Kah, Forced by the Astrasi Government on the Bakash, is being built.
6. The illegal **Amulet Worship** was a cult based in Falastaur that was dissolved and denounced by bedrock3000 when it became clear it was just glorified idol worship. Any worshippers found will be dealt with accordingly. Past punishments for heretical activity included being trampled by a Mumak, drowned in the Emerald Lakes, or Impaled on a Stake.