Haldur Autarky
The Haldur Autarky, an ancient and enigmatic entity, represents a unique chapter in the history of the Eastern Province. The Haldur people, known for their distinct cultural practices and deep connection to the natural world, once inhabited the region and left an indelible mark on its heritage. This article explores the origins, migrations, and eventual integration of the Haldur within the broader Namorian Republic.
History
Around 1540 BRE, the Eastern Province experienced a catastrophic event known as the Darkening, which brought prolonged winters, failed crops, and advancing glaciers. This event triggered mass migrations as tribes sought refuge and sustenance in more habitable regions. Unfortunately, some tribes were entirely wiped out, their histories lost to the annals of time.
Amidst the turmoil, a group of hill-dwelling folk, renowned for their mining and craftsmanship skills, found themselves displaced to the southernmost reaches of the province. Enduring treacherous journeys, marked by significant losses, they faced numerous challenges as beggars and outcasts. Yet, their religious beliefs and a shared cult kept them united. After many arduous centuries, a diminished but resilient group returned to their ancestral lands in the north, settling among the ruins left by their predecessors. These determined people chose to rename themselves the Haldur, serving as a testament to their unwavering spirit.
For millennia, the secluded hills of the Haldur shielded them from the political changes and the Namorian invasion of Lanathal. Their insular nature allowed their unique traditions and way of life to persist, relatively unaffected by external influences. However, in 132 RE, as the Eastern Province expanded toward the foothills of the Altair mountains, it encountered the Haldur people residing in the ancient city of Caldara. The Haldur, who maintained a theocratic society, decided to become a client state of the Namorian Republic. In an effort to avoid potential conflict, they traded minerals from the mountains with the Republic. Although aligned with the Republic, the Haldur remained cautious of Namorian influence. However,
Disbandment
in 234 RE, calamity struck the Haldur as successive poor harvests and internal political strife pushed them to the brink of collapse. Desperate for aid, Haldur leaders made the momentous decision to fully integrate into the Namorian Republic. This integration came at the cost of relinquishing their autonomy and opening the city of Caldara to the outside world.
Yet, not all Haldur were content with this path. Traditionalists, who clung steadfastly to ancient customs and rejected the idea of assimilation, left Caldara in search of other ancient ruins and a return to the old ways in the mountains. This exodus gave rise to reclusive Haldur cults that continue to inhabit the Altair mountains to this day. Veiled in secrecy, these cults live in isolation, guarding ancient knowledge and secrets that have endured through the ages.
Meanwhile, within Caldara, those Haldur who embraced the Namorian culture and way of life began to be known as the Marali. The Marali fully integrated into the Republic, adopting new customs, and contributing to the diverse tapestry of cultures within the Eastern Province. The city of Caldara flourished, emerging as a vibrant hub of trade and cultural exchange between the Marali and the rest of the Namorian Republic.
DISBANDED/DISSOLVED
~800 BRE - 234 RE
Type
Geopolitical, Theocracy
Successor Organizations
Government System
Theocracy
Power Structure
Autonomous area
Economic System
Barter system
Location
Neighboring Nations
Related Ethnicities
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