Ottoman Empire

Template:CountryInfoThe Ottoman Empire was a giant empire based in modern-day Türkiye. Born in 1299. Before 1918, he had clay in the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, the Balkans, Anatolia, and around the Black Sea. He died in 1923 and was replaced by his successor Türkiye.

He was once the boogeyman of Europe, feared for good reasons. The Ottomans were also one of few empire to spread across three continents being Asia, Europe, and Africa.

Ottoman also claims to be a successor of Rome.

History

Beginnings

The Ottoman Empire was created after Kayı Tribe's leader Ertuğrul Bey died, and Osman I, his son claimed himself as the leader and formed Ottoman Empire. Ottoman Empire developed himself and made it famous near and in Anatolia for being tolerant, and also investing a lot on trade. Ottoman was also good at diplomacy, and managed to annex several Beyliks with royal marriages. Then, Ottoman Empire began expanding west. He conquered the Karasids and captured its large navy. He took advantage of Byzantine pretender rebels in Southern Byzantine Empire. and took control of the rebel occupied areas, including the fort in Gallipoli. However, he refuse to give back the clay to Byzantine Empire, thus souring the relations with them.

Becoming Dominant

After Ottoman Empire proclaimed its permanent position in Anatolia over time, he conquered and inherited throne of all other Beyliks. He also fought with Serbian Empire and Byzantine Empire because of clay dispute and expanded westwards into the Balkans. However, Timurid Empire didn't like this. He was jealous of Ottoman and wanted Anatolia for himself. Because of that, he declared war on Ottoman Empire and beat him half to death. The sultan was captured, throne dispute happened which sparked a 12 years old civil war known as "Fetret Devri". After the civil war ended, Ottoman Empire began regathering his strength, although many nations have regained their independence from him. For a while, Ottoman Empire only conquered the tiny independent Beyliks in Anatolia and worked on its inner issues while solidifying his rule.

Ottoman Empire began preparing for conquest of Constantinople. It was the only place Byzantine Empire had left. Ottoman Empire besieged the city for nearly two months before breaching its formidable walls using advanced cannons and strategic tactics. The fall of Constantinople was a turning point in history, it marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of Ottoman dominance in the region, also symbolizing the transition from the medieval to the modern era. It also made Ottoman expansion into Europe easier. Ottoman Empire replaced the fallen city with Istanbul, which became his new capital, where it remained a global center of trade, culture, and power for centuries and is still here today.

A New Power

Ottoman Empire continued his conquests and ansuchlussed Serbia and Bosnia. He also vassalized Wallachia, Moldavia and Crimean Khanate. After Ottoman Empire conquered Mamluk Sultanate, his influence became unstoppable. He was also rapidly expanding towards Africa, and almost killed off Kingdom of Hungary.

Relations

Enemies

• Byzantine Empire - 1453 was the best year of my life, roasted you on a stick like a kebab! But since I have obtained your clay, why not... take revenge on the Crusaders together!
• Timurid Empire - The worst Turks, they defeated me in Anatolia and kidnapped my sultan. But, this won't be the case for long.