Way of Overlord
Chapter 162: Weakness

Chapter 162: Weakness

In reunifying the land, the Xun dynasty defeated many northern states, seized massive amounts of grazing lands, and improved existing defensive walls into what later would become the Wall of Yan

This security threat probably drove scattered pastoralist nomadic tribes to create a confederation under a strong chieftain,

Inevitably, the two sides clashed.

Jiang Han worked to control former Xun territories, and at the same time, the grassland people moved to reoccupy their lost lands.

In the next century, the Yan Dynasty tried many different means of coping with northern nomads, including offensive and defensive wars, paying tribute, marrying princesses to chieftain rulers, and utilizing border markets and other rewards to encourage grassland people defections and cultural assimilation.

Varying degrees of success notwithstanding, these tactics ultimately did not bring Yan dynasty any security.

the chiefs had less control over subordinate tribes than the centralized Yan state over its subjects and could not stop raids into Yan territory even if they tried.

And the answer of Yan is to eradicate the people they do not agree with.

This is the true face of Yan.

"The people of Yan are the bravest in times of peace, the most cowardly in times of peril, the strongest in the presence of cowards, the servants in the presence of the strong, fierce and hateful in the presence of the kind and shockingly silent in the presence of evil."

That is the assessment of many chieftains about the people of Yan.

While the chiefs gathered in the tent might have their own rivalries and disagreements, this shared history of suffering united them in their collective disdain for the Yan.

It is this common enemy that allowed them to set aside their differences and work together towards a common goal.

Not to mention that this time, this raiding expedition there is even a tangible benefit that would be able to plundered after the battle is won.

So, they would forget their grievances for a moment, and beat down these Yan people

These three tribes all have their own calculation. Against him and each other

Why?

Because out of these three tribes two of them bordered each other and one day, they would surely clash.

The dynamics among these three tribes were intricate, driven by a mix of geographic necessity, territorial ambitions, and the ever-present undercurrent of potential conflicts.

At the center of these dynamics were the Sordkazan and Esbizuk tribes, which now shared a border, a situation that often led to competition and tension.

The Sordkazan tribe found themselves in a challenging geographical position.

To their northeast lay the Estkazan tribe, and to the east, they shared a border with the Esbizuk tribe.

Their western borders were adjacent to the Korun tribe, and to the northwest, they faced the Utgard tribe.

To the north, they bordered the Kazan tribe.

This geographic setup made their tribal lands vulnerable to potential incursions from all sides.

Given these circumstances, the Sordkazan tribe felt compelled to expand their territory and strengthen their position.

This expansionary drive was not solely rooted in ambition but also in the need to secure their borders and ensure their survival amidst a volatile and potentially hostile neighbourhood.

As a result, the Sordkazan tribe’s expansion efforts were driven by both necessity and the desire for self-preservation.

However, this expansion brought them into direct contact with the neighbouring Esbizuk tribe, creating a point of friction and potential conflict.

The Sordkazan tribe, keenly aware of the growing trend toward unification in the Great Steppe, understood that inaction could lead to their subjugation or assimilation by other, more powerful tribes.

The ever-present threat of being absorbed into a larger tribal union spurred them to take action to preserve their autonomy and identity.

Then there is the Kazan tribe

the Kazan tribe as a whole had long harboured aspirations of unifying its four fragmented branches.

Each Kazan tribe shared this common ambition, driven by the desire to restore the unity and prestige of their once-great lineage.

Karnain, the chief of the Sordkazan tribe, is no exception to this aspiration.

Despite his age, Karnain possessed a deep sense of duty to his tribe and a burning desire to fulfill the Kazan dream

His dedication to the unification of the Kazan tribes was fueled not only by his own ambitions but also by the legacy and dreams of his ancestors.

It was this shared vision that pushed him to seek ways to bring together the fragmented Kazan tribes, forging a united front that could withstand the tides of change sweeping across the Great Steppe.

The Sordkazan tribe’s formidable reputation on the battlefield, further enhanced by Karnain five warrior sons, which made them a significant force in pursuing this dream of unification.

Each of his sons is renowned as a great warrior, their prowess in battle akin to a group of lions overwhelming a flock of sheep.

The Southern Great Steppe right now is in a state of flux, with various tribes making strategic moves and alliances to secure their positions in this evolving landscape.

The Kazan tribe, in alliance with the Utgard tribe, had launched an assault on the Rudya tribe, indicating their stance in this shifting balance of power.

The Altai tribe appeared to be a key player, maintaining connections with both the Kazan and Utgard tribes.

This position allowed them to leverage their influence and make calculated moves, potentially shaping the outcomes of conflicts near their territory.

Meanwhile, the Nurkazan tribe, situated in the central part of the Southern Great Steppe, is likely assessing its options and planning its own actions.

The intricacies of tribal politics, alliances, and rivalries were in full display as each tribe sought to assert itself and safeguard its interests.

Karnain, was swift to respond when he learned of the other tribes movements across the Southern Great Steppe.

Recognizing the need to bolster his tribe’s strength and territory, he gathered his men and warriors, putting his trust in his five remarkable sons to lead an attack on Tuvan.

The Sordkazan tribe’s victory over Tuvan significantly expanded their lands and military force.

Now they have become a more formidable entity on the steppe, thanks to the martial prowess of Karnain sons.

However, in the ever-shifting landscape of the Great Steppe, it seemed that even greater challenges lay ahead.

The Esbizuk tribe, under the leadership of Tsendeama, is also on the move, expanding their influence by conquering Lushar and Kyara tribes.

This aggressive expansion brought the Esbizuk tribe into direct contact with the Sordkazan tribe, setting the stage for a potential clash between two powerful tribes in the eastern region.

The border shared by the Sordkazan and Esbizuk tribes marked a point of contention, a potential flashpoint for future conflict.

Both tribes, with their ambitions and desire for growth, seemed destined to compete for dominance in the Southern Great Steppe.

But even though they brought down the Tuvan tribe, now, all four corners of their border is full of enemies

The only weak tribe around the Sordkazan tribe is the Korun tribe.

But if they attacked the Korun tribe and took their lands, their border would now extend to reach the eastern border of the Brolgadhr tribe.

And that is not something that Sordkazan tribe wanted to happen. They already have many enemies.

There is no sense in adding more.

As for the Esbizuk tribe, because of their methods, none of the tribes on their west would ever let them expand that easily.

Defeating the Lushar and Kyara tribe and taking them into his banner, now makes the Esbizuk tribe, bordered with Timur tribe, Altai tribe, Estkazan tribe and Sordkazan tribe.

These tribes would probably create a coalition to supress the expansion of the Esbizuk tribe.

It is then understandable then why Karnain and Dama both talk with each other. Aeryon could see from his seat that these two chiefs is assessing each other.

And then there is the Khagai tribe.

Khagai tribe is on the western side of the Sothern Great Steppe. They bordered the Zlata tribe, the Bolghar tribe and the Burak tribe.

They are not a large tribe but they are not that small either. They have been allies with the Bolghar tribe Toghrul tribe and Tare tribe for almost a hundred years.

The reason is because these tribes are the tribes that sat on the western border of the Southern Great Steppe and they are the one taking the brunt first when Western Zhou rides toward the east.

Western Zhou bordered the Great Steppe from the Southern Great Steppe to the Western Great Steppe.

Aeryon talks with them and mingle with them.

They drink the Ayrag and feasted on meat. And Aeryon spoke with Dama. The two men look at each other and Aeryon could not help but feel that Dama is the same kind of person like he is

But with a difference.

A few conversations with him, and Aeryon could not help but feel like this person is also very heroic and a visionary

Dama is an arrogant man. But he knows how to respect people. But the way he respect people is different from the culture of Yan and shows the brutishness of the Steppe people

Dama despise the weak and he idolize strength.

This did not mean that he hated weak people. What he hated is the weakness. He himself is blind in one eye but he believe in his strength and overcame it.

To him, weakness is there so you could conquer it. If you do not conquer your weakness, your weakness will conquer you.

To him, failure is not the absence of strength. But failure is a motivator to conquer weaknesses. In his eyes, everyone has a weakness.

Whether it be weakness to woman, wealth, anger, physical weakness, mental weakness, everyone has it.

However, he believes that if you have a sane mind, even if your body is disabled, it is your duty to yourself, to conquer that weakness.

What he hated is the most is people who could conquer their weakness but did not and instead languish in their weakness, hoping for the pity of the world

"The world does not pity us, and the Gods does not help those who do not help themselves"

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