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The '''Makedonian Empire''' (also called ''Makedonian Realm'') was an ancient kingdom in [[Syara]] before rising to become an empire and one of the biggest powers in ancient [[Siduri]]. Makedon was originally founded by [[Epikharmas]] in 556 BCE, who established the [[Kineasan Dynasty]] that would serve as the Makedonian monarchy until 1986 CE. Home to the [[Ancient Makedonians]], Makedon in it's earliest state was centered in northern Syara, bordered by [[Ruvelka]] to the east, [[Galania]] to the south, and [[Scitaria]] to the west.  
The '''Makedonian Empire''' (also called ''Makedonian Realm'') was an ancient kingdom in [[Syara]] before rising to become an empire and one of the biggest powers in ancient [[Siduri]]. Makedon was originally founded by [[Epikharmas]] in 556 BCE, who established the [[Kineasan Dynasty]] that would serve as the Makedonian monarchy until 1987 CE at the end of the [[Refusal War]]. Home to the [[Ancient Makedonians]], Makedon in it's earliest state was centered in northern Syara, bordered by [[Ruvelka]] to the east, [[Galania]] to the south, and [[Scitaria]] to the west.  


Before the 3rd Century BCE, Makedon was one of several competing nations within Syara, taking part in the [[Bastarnae Invasions]] and the [[Aeclesian War]], which established its reputation as a formidable military power. In 246 BCE, [[Orestes II]] ascended the throne and embarked on a campaign of conquest throughout Syara, conquering the [[Kydonian League]] and absorbing Galania into his domain. In 238 BCE Orestes began his conquest beyond Syara's borders, and in just over a decade had conquered virtually all of Ruvelka and much of modern day [[Allamunnika]]. Following his death in 199 BCE the Makedonian Empire continued to exercise control over most of northern Siduri, and in the 4th Century CE began a series of invasions of [[Delkora]], sparking the [[Delkoran-Makedonian Wars]], which would last until the 10th century. The Empire would later expand east into [[Quenmin]] in the 7th Century, leading to conflict with the [[Sabrian Empire]]. The Delkoran wars, combined with the [[Clan Invasion of 398 CE]], the [[Sabrian Wars]], and the outbreak of the [[Burning Plague]] in the 9th Century significantly drained Makedonian strength and resources, resulting in a gradual recession of Makedonian control of northern Siduri. Starting in 941 CE a series of religious conflicts with Islamic [[Mansuriyyah]] further divided Makedonian attention and resources, allowing the [[Arkoennite Empire]] to rise largely unchallenged in present day Allamunnika. By 1124 CE the Empire's borders had largely receded to the roughly modern Syara. In 1305 the Arkoennites invaded Syara and defeated the Makedonian army at the [[Battle of Nemaro]], resulting in the subjugation of Makedon as a tributary state.  
Before the 3rd Century BCE Makedon was one of several competing nations within Syara, distinct for it's professional and well trained army. In 246 BCE [[Orestes II]] ascended to the throne and began a campaign of conquest across the rest of Syara. Between 238 to 227 BCE Orestes conquered much of Ruvelka, [[Mansuriyyah]], and [[Arkoenn]], while defeating the [[Sardaran]] and what remained of the [[Erani Empire]]. Makedon continued to slowly expand over the course of several centuries, leading to conflicts with the northern [[Bosrei]], the [[Chalna Empire]], and the various steppe nomads of central Siduri. Friction with the [[Hannashka]] and the [[Hayern Migration]] between the 3rd and 5th Century CE preceeded the eastward expansion of the Empire into [[Quenmin]] under [[Deinokrates III]], which led to conflict with the [[Sabrian Empire]] in what became known as the [[Sabrian Wars]], during which the Empire reached it's territorial apex.


Although most historians agree on the causes of Makedon's decline, there is contention over when the empire effectively dissolved. The year 1305 CE is the most commonly cited, but has been disputed by historians, chiefly because despite being forced to pay annual tribute to the Arkoennites, Makedon's monarchy remained intact, and it retained it's own army and civil institutions. Makedon was in fact charged with keeping Syara's other kingdoms in line, bringing into question whether or not the empire actually ceased to exist after 1305. Some historians have argued that the "empire" notion ceased to be following Makedon's loss of territory beyond Syara, while others have argued that it legally ceased to exist when the [[Republic of Syara]] was founded. Still others have suggested that due to Makedon's history as an absolute monarchy, it ceased to exist only when the monarchy was dissolved at the end of the [[Refusal War]].
The outbreak of the [[Burning Plague]] in 825 CE is generally considered to mark the decline of Makedon. Syara lost approximately 25% of the population, crippling the Empire's taxation system and military manpower and leading to a demographic crisis. Makedonian influence outside north-western Siduri began to decline as various vassal states and satrapies declared their independence through the 10th and 11th centuries. The outbreak of rebellions in Quenmin and the rise of Islamic caliphates in the south further weakened the empire, eventually leading to the rise of the [[Arkoennite Empire]] which reduced Makedonian influence in central Siduri further. By the 13th century Makedonian influence no longer extended past the Matra and Kurilla Mountains. The Arkoennite victory at the [[Battle of Nemaro (1305)|Battle of Nemaro]] effectivley ended Makedon's independence and is often cited as the end of the empire.


Although Makedon ruled over much of northern Siduri, it's legacy and impact varied considerably. The Makedonians made little effort to integrate the people it conquered into it's domain, as there was no effective distinction between subjects of the monarchy whether they resided in Syara or beyond. Makedon itself never called itself an empire, simply referring to all territory of the King or Queen as "the realm of Makedon". For much of the empire, Makedonian rule was primarily in the form of taxation, resulting in high levels of autonomy, especially on the fringes of the empire. It has been suggested that this almost laissez faire approach is what influenced Arkoennite rule of Makedon. More directly, the empire's wars against Delkora are credited by many historians will helping to establish the common Delkoran concept of nationhood as a unified kingdom.
Makedon's influence was felt throughout Siduri. At it's peak, the Empire ruled over approximately 10 million square kilometers of territory, and presided over 90-120 million inhabitants. The prominence of the Empire spread Hellenic culture throughout [[Tyran]], including the Indo-Hellenic [[Arosiananda Kingdom]] and Hellenic migrants in the [[Liúşai League]]. Considerable debate reigns in regard to the [[Fall of the Makedonian Empire]] and the nature of the Empire itself. Among these debates is the moniker of "Empire"; the Makedonians never utilized the term, nor did they make any real effort to incorporate the people they conquered into their domain beyond their status as taxable subjects. The nature of the Empire's dissolution is also a matter of discussion as the Makedonian throne, government, and military continued to operate as the governing body of Syara under Arkoennite rule.


==Etymology==
==Etymology==

Revision as of 01:48, 27 November 2020

Makedonian Empire
Makedonsko carstvo
556 BCE–1305 CE1
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Makedonian Empire at it's greatest extent, circa 692 CE
CapitalParilla
Common languagesAncient Makedonian
Religion
Zobethos
Demonym(s)Makedonian
GovernmentAbsolute Monarchy
King 
• 556 - 591 BCE
Epikharmas
• 1288 - 1319 CE
Myrtilos
Historical eraAntiquity to Medieval
• Established
556 BCE
• Dissolved
1305 CE1
CurrencyDrachma
Today part ofSyara
Ruvelka
Allamunnika
Delkora
Quenmin
  1. There is no universally agreed upon date for the dissolution of the Makedonian Empire

The Makedonian Empire (also called Makedonian Realm) was an ancient kingdom in Syara before rising to become an empire and one of the biggest powers in ancient Siduri. Makedon was originally founded by Epikharmas in 556 BCE, who established the Kineasan Dynasty that would serve as the Makedonian monarchy until 1987 CE at the end of the Refusal War. Home to the Ancient Makedonians, Makedon in it's earliest state was centered in northern Syara, bordered by Ruvelka to the east, Galania to the south, and Scitaria to the west.

Before the 3rd Century BCE Makedon was one of several competing nations within Syara, distinct for it's professional and well trained army. In 246 BCE Orestes II ascended to the throne and began a campaign of conquest across the rest of Syara. Between 238 to 227 BCE Orestes conquered much of Ruvelka, Mansuriyyah, and Arkoenn, while defeating the Sardaran and what remained of the Erani Empire. Makedon continued to slowly expand over the course of several centuries, leading to conflicts with the northern Bosrei, the Chalna Empire, and the various steppe nomads of central Siduri. Friction with the Hannashka and the Hayern Migration between the 3rd and 5th Century CE preceeded the eastward expansion of the Empire into Quenmin under Deinokrates III, which led to conflict with the Sabrian Empire in what became known as the Sabrian Wars, during which the Empire reached it's territorial apex.

The outbreak of the Burning Plague in 825 CE is generally considered to mark the decline of Makedon. Syara lost approximately 25% of the population, crippling the Empire's taxation system and military manpower and leading to a demographic crisis. Makedonian influence outside north-western Siduri began to decline as various vassal states and satrapies declared their independence through the 10th and 11th centuries. The outbreak of rebellions in Quenmin and the rise of Islamic caliphates in the south further weakened the empire, eventually leading to the rise of the Arkoennite Empire which reduced Makedonian influence in central Siduri further. By the 13th century Makedonian influence no longer extended past the Matra and Kurilla Mountains. The Arkoennite victory at the Battle of Nemaro effectivley ended Makedon's independence and is often cited as the end of the empire.

Makedon's influence was felt throughout Siduri. At it's peak, the Empire ruled over approximately 10 million square kilometers of territory, and presided over 90-120 million inhabitants. The prominence of the Empire spread Hellenic culture throughout Tyran, including the Indo-Hellenic Arosiananda Kingdom and Hellenic migrants in the Liúşai League. Considerable debate reigns in regard to the Fall of the Makedonian Empire and the nature of the Empire itself. Among these debates is the moniker of "Empire"; the Makedonians never utilized the term, nor did they make any real effort to incorporate the people they conquered into their domain beyond their status as taxable subjects. The nature of the Empire's dissolution is also a matter of discussion as the Makedonian throne, government, and military continued to operate as the governing body of Syara under Arkoennite rule.

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