Codex Chapter 5 – The Geth Empire

Territories of the World

The Geth Empire

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Year of Establishment: AE 778AE - Age of Enlightenment - The time after the visit of the Six Gods. Leon was born in the year AE 3074. The years before their visit are called BE - Before Enlightenment

Type: TheocracyThe ruling family bears the title of Head Priest. The state is deeply religious, following the Goddess Orsi.

Current ruler: Holy Kadosa IV

Religion: God Orsi's TeachingsThe God of Life..

Brief History:

The Geth Empire traces its origins to a pivotal moment in history when the first Gethians discovered the Medallion of Life.It is an ancient and powerful artifact said to be imbued with the essence of the Goddess Orsi, giving its wearer the power to heal any wounds and interact with the dead. The discovery of the Medallion of Life unified the scattered smaller city-states and settlements of the region under a single banner, forming the Geth Empire.

The Geth Empire, since its establishment is governed as a theocracy.The ruler, known as the High Shepherd, is both the political leader and the head of the Church The capital city, Sanctora, houses the grand Temple of Life, where the Medallion of Life is kept and revered by not just the nobility, but any pilgrim visiting it.

Gethian culture is deeply rooted in the worship of the Goddess Orsi. The people of the Geth Empire are known for their hospitality, altruism, and a strong sense of community.Festivals celebrating life, health, and the harvest are common, reflecting their gratitude towards life. Education, particularly in the fields of medicine and agriculture, is highly valued, and the empire boasts some of the most advanced knowledge in these areas.

Despite their peaceful nature, the Gethians maintain a formidable military force known as the Order of Light. This army is not only a defense mechanism but also a symbol of their dedication to protecting the sanctity of life. On multiple occasions, their army clashed with Ishillian forces, resulting in the most devastating wars this side of the world has ever witnessed.

Some notable incidents:

• The First Crusade - AE 1481 - 1485Ishillian expansion into Gethian territory. It resulted in a stalemate with heavy casualties on both sides.
• The War of Shadows - AE 1553Religious conflict over the Medallion of Life within two factions of the royal family.
• The Siege of Sanctora - AE 1833Ishillian attempt by the Empress of Death to capture the Gethian capital and claim the Medallion of Life. Gethian victory after a prolonged siege, but Ishillian records say the Empress left on her own accord after realizing the two artifacts can't beat each other, resulting in a stalemate.
• The Harvest War - AE 2001-2003A surprisingly deadly drought ravaged the fields, never before seen and never repeated since. It caused the Empire to almost fall into a civil war state, fighting over food and resources..
• The Silent Invasion - AE 2784- 2787Covert Ishillian infiltration attempts, but it ended with Gethian victory through superior intelligence and counter-espionage.

This Codex excerpt was written by Authorya Cortyn, your humble historian.