Chapter 29: World Update 1200
Map of the Empire 1200
Independent States Map
Sultanate of Abyssinia (Shirazid Sultanate) - Recently restored to Bedouin rule from the grip of the Ethiopian branch of the Shirazid's, the Zikri Sultanate faces the challenge surviving any attacks form it's Orthodox, Sunni, and Shiite neighbors.
Sultanate of the Alamoravids- Now just a shadow of it's former glory, the Sultan looks to Iberia to revitalize his Sultanate's ailing fortunes.
Kingdom of Aragon- With the collapse of the Castillian-Leon Union, Aragon may now have the chance to become the dominant power in the Iberian peninsula.
Kingdom of Brittany- Once Brittany was an underdog, an afterthought in the minds of the Kings of England and France; but now, with England's refusal to convert to Orthodoxy and their subsequent civil war, Brittany has managed to snatch parts of Wales and Ireland. Once the English civil war ends however, England might seek a return of it's taken land.
Kingdom of Castille- The King of Castille faces many challenges should he hope to restore Castille's position as the dominant power in Iberia. The Alamoravid's and Mali to the south, Aragon to east, France to the north, Leon to the west and the Catholic Asturias in the centre will all prove a challenge for the weakened Kingdom.
Kingdom of Croatia- Now only possessing a single county, Croatia is a lost cause. The sole interest of the King is to prevent his families extinction.
Khanate of Cumania- More powerful than ever before, the only one's who can challenge it's authority are the Byzantine Empire and the Seljuk Sultanate, and neither one has shown significant interest in it.
Kingdom of Denmark- Since 1170, Denmark has gained a little bit, and lost a little bit. They are at least, very stable compared to their neighbors in Norway and Sweden.
Kingdom of England- The House de Normandie was overthrown, and King Paul the Monk of the House de Crepon took control. Now in control of the Monk's grandson, the Catholic Kingdom is threatened by the expansionist behavior of Scotland and Brittany. Should England desire to survive, it will have to throw aside it's difference's with France.
Caliphate of the Fatimids- The exiled Caliph has continued his push east to escape the Greeks, but he is now faced with a brick wall; the Seljuks.
Kingdom of France- Though no longer what is was, France is still a significant power who can hold it's own.
Serene Republic of Genoa- With the weakening of Venetian and Pisan power, Genoa has managed to pull ahead, capturing Tuscany from Pisa. Their Italian ambitions might be short-lived however if the Byzantine Empire has anything to say about it.
Kingdom of Georgia- While they have managed to hold off the Cuman hordes, many believe it to be only a matter of time until old Georgia is devoured by the Khan. Many Georgian noblemen can now be found residing in the courts of Greek lords, serving in different council positions.
Emirate of Gauhar Ayin- Despite being surrounded by more powerful neighbors, the Emirate has managed to hold it's own, though it has been unable to expand. For Gauhar Ayin, the best thing that could happen would be widespread civil war in Persia.
Hammadid Emirate- A minor North African power, they are confronted with danger on all sides.
The Holy Roman Empire- The Holy Roman Empire has expanded to the detriment of Poland, France, and minor Italian states, bringing it into conflict with both the remaining Catholic states and the resurgent Byzantium.
Kingdom of Hungary- Hungary's increasing power has been a source of worry for it's neighbors; while still not powerful enough to grapple with Greeks or Germans, Cumania is now within range of it's abilities.
Sultanate of Mali- Having thrown the Alamoravid's from Marrakech, Mali has become one of the leading Islamic states. Besides Africa, Mali has expressed it's interest in Iberian expansion.
Duchy of Munster- With the added threat of Brittany, Munster's time seems to be at an end.
Kingdom of Norway- Frequent civil war has left Norway an easy target for neighbors, threatening to tear it's Scandinavian-Russian empire asunder.
The Papacy- You can't see it, but the Papacy is there, lurking in the shadows, manipulating events.
Serene Republic of Pisa- Beaten and bruised, this merchant republic is on the way out. With a little bit of luck however, they might be able to scrape together a new life outside of Italy.
Kingdom of Poland- Poland is in a precarious state; it has managed to protect itself from major loss, but the slightest thing could knock it off balance and bring Polish independence to an end.
Kingdom of Scotland- While the Andalusian campaign proved to be short-lived, Scotland has refocused her priorities, expanding south into England. So far, their new campaign has succeeded.
Sultanate of the Seljuk's- Only recently has the Seljuk dynasty been restored to their throne, and how long they'll last is anyone's guess.
Kingdom of Sweden- Besides some expansion into Russia, Sweden has been biding it's time, waiting for the right moment. However, power can be found at other places than the battlefield.
Serene Republic of Venice- Like the other Italian merchant republics, Venice finds herself in a dangerous position, with no easy escape.
Kingdom of Volga Bulgaria- Now the leading Russian state, it's Kings desire to restore Russian control over their rightful land. Being Monolethite however, might spark conflict with Orthodox neighbors.
Religion Map
Culture Map
Republic Trade Map 1200
Green: Damietta
Blue: Venice
Tan: Pisa
Salmon: Genoa
White: Ancona
Ancona is the new kid on the block. They're a vassal of the Holy Roman Emperor.
Western European Dynasties
Northern & Eastern European Dynasties
Middle Eastern and East African Dynasties
West African Dynasties