Saichen Dynasty

Ruler: Dì Lian SaiThe Saichen Dynasty values strength of body and mind above all else. The noble families will often look down on weak or gluttonous foreign diplomats and nobility that make use of hired mercenaries to defend against even the slightest bandit threat.

Monasteries dot the landscape of the Saichen Dynasty, offering training to anyone willing, although they are famed for being ruthless and intense. Failing to comply or keep up will find you sent back to your family, forever marked as a disgrace.

The unique flora and fauna of Saichall have made the Saichen Dynasty a great trading partner for many of their neighbours, sending trade caravans as far south as The Empire of Drakesh.

History
The Saichen Dynasty has changed name many times as families claimed the seat of power for themselves. The current dynasty, under the Sai family, have ruled the continent for the last 4 centuries, seizing the power from the tyrannical Sheng dynasty.

500 years ago, when the Quan Dynasty rose to power, they burned all tomes and scrolls detailing the history of the continent now known as Saichall, leading to it's falling into myth.

94 years ago, fleets from the Kingdom of Tadora arrived at the Dynasties western shores. The invasions lasted for 2 years, before the Saichen Dynasty finally managed to beat back the invaders.

As internal conflicts came to an end, the Saichen Dynasty looked outwards for enemies to prove their strength against, finding their mark to the east on the continent of Izoth, where several smaller kingdoms were vying for power. Within the span of 3 years The Saichen Dynasty conquered the northern most kingdom. Further expansion proved difficult due to a large expanse of plains controlled by a nomadic tribe-folk, seemingly striking out of nowhere. This prolonged failure led to a wedge being driven between the Saichen Dynasty and their settlements on Izoth.

When King Rhys Barwin sent a delegation from his kingdom south of the nomadic plains, asking for their allegiance, they accepted, leaving the Saichen Dynasty and joining the Lurian Empire as House Xiang.