- ARCHIVE - Sultanate Court of Algiers

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In his study in his humble castle at Soba, where the nile river splits into the wildlands of Africa, King Solomon sat down and wrote it all down.

The memories of his youth, the wealth of his nation, the various discussions he'd had with Genoans and Omanis. It was brilliant.

The pain of his youth could have been avoided. His years as a slave in Oman and Africa would never happen to another. The treaty he held in his hands would ensure that. The Omani had said regulation of the slave trade. But Solomon would go one step more. The complete codification, regulation and commercialization of the slave trade into one central company with several branches.

He already ordered a new building built in Sennar. Complete with offices, its very own dockyard, and slave pens in the lower levels. Now, all that was left was to let his diplomats do their work and find members.

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Treaty for the Organization of People Exporting Countries ( OPEC )

Article I: Central command

All members shall send a representative to Sennar in Nubia to oversee operations and ensure fair business practices. Each shall have his own quarters and office made available to him. Meals and a wage shall be provided depending on the wealth of the Nubian OPEC company.

Article II: Opening new branches

All member countries may open offices in their own nations to keep the market wide and varied. These should be labaled as your country name OPEC company. For example, should Gujurat create one it shall be called the Gujurati OPEC company.

Article III: Regulation of Slavery

All member countries have their citizenry exempt from slaves except where allowed by the lord of the realm. No Christian or Moslem may be enslaved except where the slaver involved was sanctioned by the state of origin.

Article IV: Supplier Nations

All supplier nations shall send slaves to Sennar for holding. Should an additional base be built to the north for northern shipping, slaves should be sent there as well. Supplier nations shall receive 60% of the gross profits from the sale of their slaves.

Article V: Shipping Nations

All shipping nations shall pick up branded slaves from either Sennar or a local branch of OPEC. They may then ship them to their assigned market, where applicable. Shippers receive 40% of the profits plus any side bonuses but should turn in 60% of payment received to the central command in Sennar for redistrubution to supplier nations.

Article VI: Royal taxation

The King of Nubia shall receive a tax of 10% of all profits flowing into Sennar. All other branches shall receive 5% to their host nation's treasury.

Article VII: Death of Slaves

Shipping nations are responsible for all slaves provided by the suppliers. Should they be killed, or die enroute to their destinations the shipping nation must pay the supplier 30% of the slave's head price.

Article VIII: Leadership

Leadership of OPEC will be determined on an annual basis by vote. All votes are to be handed in private to the Nubian King who will announce the leadership of OPEC. As host country, Nubia will assume the first year of leadership ending in 1428. Should the leader country be annexed, or should a tie occur in voting, leadership will be assumed by the King of Nubia.

 

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Kaleb al-Mushin arrives in Algier and seek an audience with the Sultan.

“Sultan of Algier,

I am here as an answer to your letter to the Sultan of the Mamelukes. Although he has learned not to trust Sunnites, he belive that relations can become normal again between Algier and Cairo, given it some time. After all, Algier and Egypt has many things in common and should be able to work togheter in order to prosper.”

After this statement, Kaleb, awaits a response.

 

[Martinus]

The Sultan of Algiers was lying on his sofa, reviewing the weekly reports from his numerous spies, spread through the Muslim and Christian worlds like an invisible web of contacts and informants. Many strange events were happening across the known world, however non of them interesting enough to picque the ruler's interest and stir him from the ennui of boredom.

Suddenly, as his sleepy eyes ventured onto yet another letter, his brow raised slightly, soon replaced by a light smile, that started to grow broader and broader with each sentence he read. Finally, he put down the document, rubbing his chin in a moment of reflection, a wicked smile creasing his lips. "Remarkable man..." He whispered. "And so creative..."

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Few minutes later Yusuf, the recently recalled ambassador in Cairo, was standing before his ruler:

"My friend..." The Sultan said, with a smiling that made the envoy seriously nervous. "I have a task for you. Prepare yourself for a long journey. You're going to Saxony..."

 

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Representative from Tunisia

A rider of fine clothes arrives on a mighty horse to the gates of Algiers. He informs that he is a representative from the great nation of Tunisia and wishes to see the great Sultan.

"Respected Sultan of Algeirs,
We certainly are brothers in the Alla. It was Alla who created the earth, who poured life into it and gave this land for us to rule over it. Peace, honor and blessings of Alla be with you. It was quite respectful of you to write to us and inform us of the current situation. I am sendig Mubarak-al-salim as a representative of Tunisia in Algiers. In turn, our land would be blessed with a representative from the great and blessed nation of Algiers. Our nations are like pillars guarding the holiness of Alla. It is quite evident that we are most nearer to the dangers of sinfulness of Rome. It even sickens me to think that brutal and sinful human such that of Pope considers himself to be obove Alla. May the mighty hand of Alla strick him down to the burning fury of hell- where the pope ritefully belongs. May peace and growth be between our two nations. With the messenger, who is faithful, loyal, and wise, I send to you a token of gift - a palm plant that soars in our region. It's fruits are sweet to the tongue and the blessings of Alla be abbudent on you.

With Respect.
Emir of Tunisia"

 

[Martinus]

The Sultan sat on his throne, a map of Mediterranean spread before him, the lands of future conquests beckoning like desert mirages. The rumours coming from the East, about the war between Egypt and its neighbours couldn't please him more. It appeared as if his plans finally will find fruition soon.

A slave entered, carrying an encrusted goblet full of wine. Too occupied with his thoughts, the Sultan didn't pay attention to the man's unknown face, never before seen in the palace. Taking the cup absent-mindedly, he swallowed the drink...

A sudden pain, filling his body, stirred the ruler from his reflection. He opened his mouth to speak, to cry for help, yet only a quiet gurgle escaped his throat.

The assassin quickly left the palace, his deed done...

 

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A letter arrives by courier-

“The Muslim League has been convened at Bitlis in the nation of Ak Koyunlu. The temporary Chair, Vizier Jahar ibn-Muhammad of Ak Koyunlu, is pleased to invite you to send a representative at your earliest convenience. Please see the Charter, which has been attached to this note. Allah willing, this forum shall be a powerful voice for friendship and cooperation between all the nations of Islam.

Warmest wishes,
Jahar ibn-Muhammad
Chair of the Muslim League and Regent of Ak Koyunlu”

 

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Kaleb enters.

"Honorable Sultan of Algier,

The Sultan heard rumors of that the Sultanate of Algier wishes to concentrate on domestical issues for a while and there fore he feels that my present here isnt needed any more. I will return to Cairo, but hope, some day soon, be able to return to your fine Court. For now, my Sultan have other duties he wishes to lay upon me, so I must return at once."

Kaleb returns to Cairo.