Elven Conquest

The Elven Conquest was a seminal event in Khalonian history, drastically changing the political situation of the continent. Over the course of a century, Thyrian⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ elves conquered vast swathes of land, bringing most of Khalon⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ under Morenthyr's control. This conquest led to gnomes being displaced from their ancestral homelands while most humans became enslaved.

The Conflict

Prelude

Expanding from the southern reaches of Khalon, Morenthyr completely absorbed the Disputed Lands through subterfuge and diplomacy by 300. Bordering the human territories of central Khalon, limited trade lasted for a century until the Thyrian leadership, perhaps being influenced by Iorath, launched a massive assault north.

Outcome

By the end of the Elven Conquest, gnomes had been expelled from their native homeland around the Tralin River, with most of humanity being subjugated by the elves. A majority of the humans were forced into servitude, working primarily in agriculture and mining.

Aftermath

The Elven Conquest has shaped the rest of Khalonian history. Elvish became the lingua franca of the continent, eventually displacing Old Human and Hin. The worship of Iorath, previously considered a minor god among the Seldarine, became widespread, with Iorath being heavily worshiped across Morenthyr until the end of the Great Revolt.

Conflict Type

War

Battlefield Type

Land

Start Date

422

Ending Date

537

Conflict Result

Resounding Thyrian victory, Morenthyr becomes dominant political force on Khalon.

Location

Khalon

Belligerents

Morenthyr

• Morenthyr

Human-Gnim Coalition

Strength

40,000 Thyrian Legionnaires
10,000 Halfling Auxiliaries

80,000 Human Militia
20,000 Gnomish Militia

Casualties

14,000 Thyrians
4,000 Halflings

150,000 Humans
30,000 Gnomes

Objectives

Expand Morenthyr across the continent.

Protect the collective independence of pre-conquest human and gnomish groups.