Tankuuthwar (tɑnˈkuːθwɑɹ (Fadda))
King Tankuuthwar
King Tankuuthwar, meaning wise in Fadda, was a human king based in the Capital Islands of Hal Haab in the Age of Men. His Kingdom would be at war with The Royal Kingdom of Hal Haab for over 3000 years until his reign and lineage were ended by Prince Uda Haab in 4995 AoM.
The Battle of the Islets of Hal
In the year 1800AoM, King Hal Haab's fleet was attacked by the fleet of King Tankuuthwar in the Islets of Hal while King Hal's ships were sheltering from a storm. Due to King Tankuuthwar's superior ships, King Hal's fleet was utterly destroyed. This was the first recorded military conflict between humans; with these events, began the First War of the Two Kings.King Tankuuthwar's Chronicle of the Event:
The year was 1800 AoM, and our fleet was sailing through the Islets of Hal. We were on a routine mission to patrol our waters and ensure the safety of our people. However, as we sailed, we noticed a group of ships anchored in a small cove, seeking shelter from a storm. We approached cautiously, not knowing who they were or what their intentions were. As we got closer, we could see their flags, and we realized that they were from the kingdom of Haab, our sworn enemies. We had been at odds with Haab for many years, and tensions between our two kingdoms were high. We decided to attack. We had 35 ships, and they had 50, but we knew that our ships were bigger and better equipped than theirs. We approached them quickly, hoping to catch them off guard. The battle was fierce, but we were confident in our abilities. Our ships were powerful, and we easily outmatched Haab's smaller vessels. We used our superior ships to our advantage, easily overpowering their defenses and dealing massive damage. As the battle raged on, we could see that Haab's fleet was taking a beating. Their ships were smaller and weaker than ours, and they were no match for our firepower. We continued to press our advantage, determined to crush our enemies once and for all. However, Haab was not willing to go down without a fight. They tried to use their smaller, faster ships to outmaneuver us, but we were too powerful. We easily destroyed their smaller vessels and left them with no choice but to abandon ship and flee to the shore. We followed them, bombarding their position with cannon fire. We were determined to finish them off and put an end to the conflict between our kingdoms once and for all. When we finally landed on the shore, we were surprised to see that Haab had surrendered. Their king, Hal Haab, had been captured, and he was willing to negotiate a peace treaty. We were cautious, but also curious. We had been at war with Haab for so long that we had almost forgotten what peace felt like. We agreed to hear him out and listened as he proposed a treaty that would end the conflict between our kingdoms. At first, we were skeptical. We had defeated Haab in battle, and we could easily have taken over their kingdom if we had wanted to. But we also knew that war was costly, both in terms of lives and resources. We decided that a peace treaty was the best course of action. We offered Haab a deal. If he agreed to sign a treaty that would end the conflict between our kingdoms, we would spare his life and release his men. We were surprised when he accepted our offer, but we were also relieved. We had no desire to continue the war, and we were glad that we could finally put an end to the conflict. We released Haab's men and allowed them to return to their kingdom. We signed the treaty, and we both agreed to honor it. The First War of the Two Kings was over, and we could finally start to rebuild our kingdoms. Looking back on those events, I realize that we made some mistakes. We could have been more cautious in our approach, and we could have planned better for the possibility of a surprise attack. But at the same time, I know that we did what we had to do to protect our people and defend our kingdom. I am proud of what we accomplished that day. We defeated our enemies and ended a long and bitter conflict. We showed that we were willing to negotiate and make peace when it was in the best interests of our kingdoms. As I look out at the sea, I feel a sense of hope for the future.The Naval Battle of Andula
In the days leading up to the Battle of the Bay of Andula, both King Hal Haab and King Tankuuthwar gathered their navies. The men and ships of the Capital Island of Hal Haab readied themselves to defend their homeland, while King Tankuuthwar's forces prepared to launch an attack on the island. The morning of the battle saw the two opposing fleets sail out from their respective ports. King Hal Haab, who had taken charge of the defense of his island's coast, was at the forefront of his navy. His flagship, adorned with the coat of arms of Hal Haab, was a sight to behold. It was a large ship with billowing sails, manned by a skilled crew and equipped with formidable weaponry. The King himself stood at the helm, his face set in determination. On the other side of the bay, King Tankuuthwar's navy advanced. The men aboard his ships were equally determined, though their ships were not as grand as those of Hal Haab's fleet. Nevertheless, they were determined to conquer the Capital Island, no matter the cost. The two navies clashed in the Bay of Andula, their ships colliding with a loud crash. The sound of metal against metal and the screams of the dying echoed across the water. King Hal Haab's ships maneuvered with expert precision, their sailors trained to fight on the sea. They unleashed a barrage of arrows and other projectiles, taking down many of King Tankuuthwar's men. King Tankuuthwar himself was leading the charge from the front of his navy. His ship was smaller than Hal Haab's flagship, but it was still an impressive vessel. He ordered his men to board Hal Haab's ships, hoping to take control of them from within. But the men of Hal Haab were ready for such an attack. They fought back fiercely, using swords, axes, and any other weapon they could get their hands on. The battle raged on for hours, with neither side gaining a clear advantage. But King Hal Haab's navy slowly began to push back King Tankuuthwar's forces. Their skill and training proved too much for the invaders. Hal Haab's ships began to surround those of the enemy, cutting off their escape routes. King Tankuuthwar saw that his defeat was imminent. He ordered his remaining ships to retreat, but it was too late. The ships of Hal Haab's navy had them surrounded, and they were unable to escape. One by one, Tankuuthwar's ships were boarded and taken over by Hal Haab's forces. When the battle finally ended, the sea was filled with the wreckage of destroyed ships and the bodies of the dead. The victory was King Hal Haab's, but it had come at a heavy cost. His navy had lost ten ships, and five thousand men had been killed in the battle. King Tankuuthwar's losses, however, were far greater. All but one of his fifty-five ships had been destroyed, and almost twenty-seven thousand of his men had been killed. King Tankuuthwar's ship was able to escape. The news of the battle spread quickly across the land, and Hal Haab was hailed as a hero. His victory had saved the Capital Island from invasion, and his bravery and leadership had inspired his men to fight to the death. The Battle of the Bay of Andula would go down in history as one of the greatest naval battles of all time, a testament to the courage and determination of the men who fought in it.King Tankuuthwar's Chronicle of the Event:
In the aftermath of the Battle of the Bay of Andula, our people were left devastated. The once mighty navy of the glorious King Tankuuthwar was no more, destroyed by the fierce and skilled warriors of the Capital Island of Hal Haab. The sea was a graveyard, littered with the wreckage of our ships and the bodies of our fallen. The defeat was a crushing blow to our people, a bitter reminder that we were not invincible. We had believed ourselves to be the strongest navy in the land, but the bravery and tactics of our opponents had proven otherwise. The glory and honor we had fought for were now gone, replaced with shame and sorrow. Our King, Tankuuthwar, was a broken man. He had led us into battle with the utmost courage, but it was not enough. His beloved navy, the pride of our people, was now nothing but a memory. The loss of so many of his men had left him with a heavy heart, and he could not bring himself to face his people. But in the midst of this darkness, there was still hope. Our people were a resilient and determined race, and we knew that we would rise again. We would rebuild our navy, train harder, and come back stronger than ever before. We would honor the memory of our fallen warriors by fighting for them, and we would not rest until we had regained the glory that was once ours. The Battle of the Bay of Andula may have been a defeat for us, but it was not the end. Our people would rise again, and we would fight with all the strength and courage that we possessed. For we were the people of King Tankuuthwar, and we would not be defeated so easily.Speech to His People upon Returning from the Battle:
Hear me, all who would listen! I speak to you, not as the defeated King Tankuuthwar, but as a warrior who has been wronged. My defeat at the Battle of the Bay of Andula was not the result of a fair fight, but rather a treacherous attack by the forces of Hal Haab. I had no intention of invading their land or harming their people. All I wanted was to negotiate a fair trade agreement. But Hal Haab, blinded by his arrogance, saw fit to meet my peaceful entreaties with violence. His navy, led by his own hand, launched a surprise attack on my fleet, without warning or reason. Yes, I fought back. What else could I do, with my people's lives and honor at stake? But we were outnumbered, and Hal Haab's men fought with a savagery that belied their claims of valor. They took advantage of our disadvantage, boarding our ships and slaughtering our men without mercy. And when it was over, they dared to call it a victory, as if they had won through honorable means. But I tell you, it was no victory. It was a shameful act of aggression, a betrayal of the very principles of honor and decency that we warriors hold dear. So let the bards sing of Hal Haab's so-called triumph, if they must. But I know the truth, and I will not rest until justice is served. I will gather my forces once more, and I will not stop until Hal Haab pays the price for his treachery. Mark my words!The Battle of Siksef Forest and the Death of King Tankuuthwar
The Battle for Siksef Forest was the penultimate battle in series of wars dubbed 'The Wars of the Two Kings'. After a series of naval defeats, and his defeat at the Battle for the Lela Docks, King Tankuuthwar was forced to retreat with his army of 14,000 men to Haaled Hoose Fortress. Prince Uda Haab led his host of 10,000 men from the Lela Docks to what would be known as the Mustering Fields of Haad Huul. Gathering supplies from the docks, Prince Uda would march upon Haaled Hoose Fortress stationing his garrison on the borders of Siksef Forest. Laying siege for 8 months, the forces of Prince Uda would force the forces of King Tankuuthwar to face him in open-field combat. Though outnumbered, the research, resources, and magic masters available to King Hal Haab proved to even the scales. For 6 days and nights the armies fought each other without rest, the most epic battle fought in history until that point. Prince Uda, the originator of Blood Magic, held off on using the technique, instead utilising his ability to draw magic from the Realm of Contrast to heal his men. By the beginning of the sixth day of fighting, Prince Uda had lost 5,000 men, with King Tankuuthwar having sustained causalities of around 8,000 men. Realising that Prince Uda's magic masters would eventually win his side the day, King Tankuuthwar took his royal guard and charged towards Prince Uda and his company. By this stage, King Hal Haab and his son Prince Hea were present to watch the final hours of the battle. King Hal Haab was in tears at the sight of such death, and Prince Hea was no less upset. Turning around for but a moment, Prince Uda was able to see the despair on his families faces. He knew he had to end the slaughter. Seeing King Tankuuthwar charging at him, Prince Uda, seeing no other alternative, harnessed the magic from the Realm of Contrast, used it to imbue King Tankuuthwar's guards with magic, then stripped it from them, killing them instantly. The whole battlefield lit up in a dark red hue; everyone across the battlefield stopped fighting to witness such magical ability. using the magic he stripped, Prince Uda embodied the magical energy, supercharging his magical abilities. Next he wielded offensive magic with such force that the dirt and earth around him started to rise, floating in mid-air. King Tankuuthwar, seeing that the attack was meant for him attempted to counter Prince Uda's attack by taking refuge behind his enchanted shield and armor. However, the shield and armor were not designed for the magic force that King Tankuuthwar was about to face head-on. Releasing the magic, Prince Uda directed the attack with his hands, enveloping and atomizing King Tankuuthwar. Immediately following this act, weapons from the hands of King Tankuuthwar's men began to hit the battle-field ground, one-by-one surrendering. The war had claimed the lives of nearly three quarters of the population of humans alive up until that point in time., but it was over. King Hal Haab was the King of all the Capital Islands, and for the first time in over 3,000 years, humans were at peace.Relationships
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