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The Thurids were a powerful [[Wikipedia:Feudalism|feudal]] state originating in modern day Redmondburg. Their name comes from their god, Onik Zok Thur (Staynish: Wise Great Master), whom they worshipped as the [[wikipedia:Henotheism|henotheistic]] overlord of the universe, which they called “Pahlaas” or “Everything”. According to surviving historical records, the Thurids claimed to trace their lineage to Onik Zok Thur, which they used to support their position as the dominant political power in ancient Aivintis. Some [[Lerasian Mythology|Lerasians]], believing this Onik Zok Thur to be their lost Hero-God Lerasi, readily converted to the Thurid religion, practicing in state-built churches in large settlements.
In January of the year 0 CE, Goraanjun Thurid named himself King of Kings, Overlord of Everything, and Heir to Onik Zok Thur. Although most primary sources have
Thurid rule was fairly peaceful. If there were any uprisings, they were quickly put down, and any tribes or fledgling kingdoms on their borders were likely too weak to pose any real threat to Thurid rule. Multiple surviving manuscripts suggests that the Thurids maintained their empire through the use of loyal vassals - former Kings or Chieftains that were granted certain privileges in exchange for privileges. This use of former regional rulers to maintain order on a local level also supports the self-proclaimed title “King of Kings”, which was the most common title attributed to Thurid rulers in the sources that The Aeternus didn’t destroy.
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