Way of Overlord
Chapter 163: An Ancient Empire

Chapter 163: An Ancient Empire

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

This is his words when Aeryon asked about his thoughts

Dama words resonated with Aeryon, revealing a deep sense of self-reliance and determination.

Aeryon could sense the ambition that simmered beneath Dama calm exterior.

Although Dama might not have explicitly revealed his plans for the Eastern region or his grand ambitions, his very words spoke volumes about his aspirations.

ambitious leaders like Dama is a force to be reckoned with. This is the kind of people who embraced their destiny and seized every opportunity to shape their future.

Aeryon recognized Dama as a fellow visionary, a chief with the determination to make his mark on the world, even if it meant challenging the established order of the Southern Great Steppe.

Aeryon admire Dama just like Dama admired him. But, it is also because of this Aeryon is also wary of Dama

For now, Esbizuk tribe is not an immediate concern for Aeryon.

Aeryon and Dama understood the intricacies of Steppe politics and expansion. At present, the geographical separation of a few tribes acted as a buffer, allowing them to maintain a relatively amicable relationship.

They recognized that their immediate concerns lay elsewhere, and their diplomatic ties is intact due to a lack of direct conflict of interest.

However, both leaders are far-sighted and ambitious.

They knew that if their expansion continued unabated and their dreams of unifying the Steppe materialized, a clash between their tribes is an inevitability.

However, such conflicts is a matter of the future

The Gods and the Heaven will decide someday.

For now, they drink and they feast and they talk and they observe each other.

As the leaders of the invasion horde feasted and shared drinks within the tent, the tension outside continued to rise.

The defenders of the city and the invaders is on the brink of a clash.

Inside the tent, Mayeux diligently devised his strategies, his mind sharp and focused.

Meanwhile, warriors outside the tent consumed hearty meals, filling the air with the scent of roasted meat, a prelude to the impending battle.

Upon the city’s walls, archers stood at the ready, their hearts pounding like war drums.

The atmosphere was is with anticipation, for it is clear that a battle of great significance was about to unfold.

This day a battle will be fought.

And this battle would surely be remembered in history.

This moment marked the first time in decades that the people of the Great Steppe had chosen to challenge the might of the Yan Empire, and the echoes of this battle would undoubtedly resonate throughout history.

The news of the Great Steppe attack on the Yan Empire would undoubtedly send shockwaves through the capital and beyond.

Among the opportunists and ambitious individuals within the Yan Empire, this development could be seen as a sign from the heavens.

Their desires for power and influence would likely be further emboldened by the perceived weakness or vulnerability of the empire in the face of such an external threat.

As the Great Steppe invasion continued, the Yan Empire would not only have to contend with the physical threat posed by the Steppe warriors but also the potential internal challenges and power struggles that could arise due to this external pressure.

The events unfolding on the battlefield would have far-reaching consequences, not only for the immediate conflict but also for the complex political landscape of the Yan Empire.

The wise had already seen the trend of the time. And warlords begun rising.

The Yan loses the Mandate of Heaven, the deer is lost and all the people under the Heaven chase the deer!

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In the annals of history, the Great Steppe was once an undivided expanse that stretched across the vast continent.

It was a boundless sea of grasses and rolling plains where nomadic tribes, like threads in a grand tapestry, wove their lives into the fabric of this great land.

In those early days, the people of the steppe did not distinguish between the southern, northern, eastern, or western parts of their homeland.

To them, it was simply the Great Steppe, a place where their ancestors had roamed for generations, following the herds and harnessing the fruits of the Earth.

But as time flowed on, and the tribes adapted to the challenges and opportunities presented by their environment, a natural division began to take shape.

Many people does not understand how the Great Steppe divided itself.

In the beginning, when people referred to the Great Steppe, it referred to only one united lands of the Great Steppe.

Whether it be the south, the north, the west, the east, all of them is considered the Great Steppe.

But then it is divided into four regions.

There is the Southern Great Steppe, the lower part of the southern region.

Here, the tribes thrived under the warm embrace of the sun, and their way of life is intimately connected to the fertile soil and the life it sustained.

As they journeyed farther north, the landscape began to change, and with it, the customs and traditions of the tribes.

To the north, beyond the boundaries set by nature herself, lay the Northern Great Steppe. This region is a realm of biting cold and endless skies.

The tribes here, hardy and resilient, adapted to the harshness of their environment and forged a unique way of life under the vast expanse of the heavens.

As one ventured eastward across the undulating terrain, the land underwent yet another transformation.

The Eastern Great Steppe unveiled itself, a land of mystery and enchantment. Its rolling plains and hidden secrets shaped the tribes that called it home, and their traditions were influenced by the ever-changing landscape.

Similarly, to the west, the Western Great Steppe extended its arms beneath the open skies. Here, tribes roamed in harmony with the land, their lives woven into the fabric of this western realm.

Each sunset painted the world in hues of gold, leaving an indelible mark on the land itself

Over the ages, the natural borders between these regions became apparent.

These are the thoughts of the scholars of Yan and the officials of Roma and the wanderers of Yindu

The gradual shifts in climate, the changing flora and fauna, and the unique challenges and opportunities of each locale marked the boundaries of the regions.

This is another one of their thoughts

But that is not the reason why there is this division.

Yes, the terrains and condition of each part of the Steppe is different but that is not the reason why it was called and divided as such.

The people of the Great Steppe, intimately connected to the land, understood these divisions, even if they were not marked on any map.

In time, as the steppe continued to evolve, a fifth region, the Central Great Steppe, formed at its heart.

This region served as a crossroads where tribes of all four corners of the Great Steppe converged

Many people who then travels and learns about this divided five regions of the Great Steppe ask why is it like this?

Why does the people of the Steppe divide the Great Steppe into five regions? And how do they divide it?

Where does the western Great Steppe ends and the eastern great steppe begins?

What is the boundary lines of these borders?

Which tribe is in the border of the Western Great Steppe, which one is in the Eastern Great Steppe?

In other words, they ask how does the people of the Great Steppe divides the land and determine the border.

To understand, this one must understand the ancient history of the Great Steppe.

But the Yan people, the Yindu people, the Roma people have never taken the time to understand the history of the people of the grassland.

The perceptions of the Yan, Roma, and Yindu people regarding the grassland inhabitants indeed reflect a deep-seated arrogance and misunderstanding.

They consider themselves as the epitome of civilization, looking down upon the grassland people as culturally inferior.

Such sentiments are not unique to this time or place, as throughout history, many societies have viewed themselves as superior to others, often driven by ethnocentrism and a lack of understanding.

To the Yan, Roma, and Yindu people, the grassland dwellers may seem foreign and their way of life unfamiliar.

This lack of understanding can breed prejudice and stereotypes, leading to a distorted view of the grassland culture.

However, this perception is far from the truth.

The people of the grassland, like any other culture, have their own rich history, traditions, and a profound connection to their land.

Their nomadic lifestyle, close relationship with nature, and deep-rooted customs are a testament to their unique and enduring culture.

To dismiss it as inferior is to ignore the profound complexity and beauty of their way of life.

They believe that the grassland people are people without culture. The arrogance of these people are revolting

To them, they are the pinnacle of civilization

It is the same sentiment for the Yan, for the Roma and even Yindu who is filled with starving people. All of them thought of themselves as superior civilization.

And that other civilization is not worthy.

The Great Steppe, with its vast, uneven square shape and jagged borders, has a history as diverse and intricate as its geography.

The division of the Great Steppe into four regions, each with its distinct cultural and geographical characteristics, finds its roots in this complex history.

At the heart of this division stands the Stele of Tuighur, an enduring symbol of the ancient Tuighur Empire’s prosperity and power.

During its zenith, the Tuighur Empire came remarkably close to unifying the entirety of the Great Steppe, an achievement unparalleled in the region history.

This imposing monument, the Stele of Tuighur, serves as a testament to the grandeur of that era.

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