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Mongol Empire
From Heterodontosaurus Balls
“”I am the punishment of God. If you had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.
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—  Genghis Khan
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The Mongol Empire was a vast empire that stretched across Eurasia that lasted 1206 up until 1271 (1368 if you count the 
Yuan Dynasty). He is the second largest empire ever, and the largest continuous empire. His conquests are infamous for being very ruthless and brutal, killing anyone who refused to surrender, but after the conquest, his rule will become more benevolent. Mongol Empire was also responsible for multiple plagues, because they launch the bodies of soldiers who died from disease into the cities they’re conquering, as biological warfare.
History
The Mongol Empire was founded by famous Genghis Khan in 1206, buy the unification of several nomadic tribes in the Mongol heartland. They would set out and ruthlessly conquer anyone they see in their path.
Chinese Front
First, Mongol Empire attacked 
Western Xia in 1209, and defeated Xia in 1210. Western Xia swore allegiance to the Mongols, and helped them conquer the 
Jurchens, who refused to help Western Xia when he was being invaded. But this invasion was costly and not popular within the peoples of Xia, they refused to send anything to the Mongols for their other expeditions, and a general even mocked the Mongols. Genghis Khan was furious, and when he returned from his expeditions in 1225 he sent out to destroy Western Xia. But he fell off a horse and sustained serious injuries. Mongol wanted to retreat, but if they did it would look like they were scared of the little Xia. So, Mongol sent out an envoy to Western Xia to see if they were apologetic (if they were, Mongol can retreat without losing face). The emperor of Xia said he didn’t mock the Mongols, but the general stepped up and told Mongol that it was him who mocked, and challenged them to a battle. So, in 1227, Genghis Khan ordered a mass extermination of the 
Tangut people and the total destruction of their culture. Genghis died in the same year.
Mongol Empire conquered Jurchen Jin in 1234, with a little intervention from the 
Song Dynasty. The Song dynasty wouldn’t be conquered by the Mongols until the Yuan Dynasty was formed.
European Front
After killing Jin, Mongol Empire crossed and conquered the vast central Asian plains, went to Europe and killed the collapsing 
Kievan Rus' in 1240. This was considered the sole successful attempt anyone has ever taken to take all of 
Russia, since Kievan Rus’ is Russia’s direct ancestor.
After Kyivan Rus' was defeated, the Mongols headed to central Europe to prepare for battles with 
Holy Roman Empire, 
Kingdom of Poland, 
Grand Duchy of Lithuania, 
Byzatine Empire, and 
Kingdom of Hungary. The small European states stood no chance against the Horde, and the Mongols were on the way to full success. However, the 
Grand Khan Ögedei had died, and a new Khagan had to be elected by the military leaders in the Kurultai[1] back in Asia. Thus the conquest of Europe came to an end as all of the Horde went back.
Middle Eastern Front
In September 1257, 
Hulegu Khan, one of the many grandsons of Genghis, sent an envoy with a letter to 
Al-Musta'sim, the caliph of the 
Abbasid Caliphate, harshly accusing him of breaking his promise. Al-Mustasim had agreed to join the Mongol army in attacking the 
Nizari Ismailis but did not send a single soldier. Instead, he sheltered the remnants of the Nizari Ismailis, openly opposing the Mongols.
In the letter, Hulagu warned Al-Mustasim:
| “ | I respect your ancient and great Arab lineage, but the  moon only shines when it is not obscured by clouds. Do not shut your eyes and ears, do not strike an egg against a rock, and do not try to smear mud over the  sun. Otherwise, you will face severe consequences. If the Mongol army is enraged and marches upon Baghdad, not a single person in your kingdom will survive. Your city will be utterly destroyed. If you wish to preserve your family, heed my advice. If you remain stubborn, then let us see whose side  God will take!
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In other words, "Let's wait and see."
In response to Hulagu’s warning, Al-Mustasim replied defiantly:
| “ | You overestimate your strength. You will get nothing from me. If victory could be achieved through mere threats and imagination, why would the Mongols need swords? Forcing me to submit is as impossible as plucking the stars from the sky. Before I am enraged, you had better return to where you came from. So far, every invader who has dared to threaten the Abbasid family and Baghdad has met a tragic fate.
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Upon hearing this, Hulagu was furious and immediately ordered his army to march on Baghdad. The fate of the Abbasids were now sealed. The advancing Mongol forces kicked up dust that darkened the sky, and the ground trembled from their approach.
Realizing that the Mongols were serious, Al-Mustasim became fearful and consulted his ministers on how to respond. His court was divided into two factions. The 
pro-peace faction, led by the vizier, proposed sending vast amounts of gold, silver, and jewels as tribute to appease the Mongols, believing that they spared those who surrendered. The 
pro-war faction, led by General Sulaiman Shah, argued for a resolute defense, insisting that the Mongols were merciless and that past massacres proved surrender was futile—doing so would only lead to slaughter. He urged the mobilization of the population, recruitment of soldiers, preparation for war, scorched-earth tactics, and fortification of the city.
After much hesitation, Al-Mustasim abandoned the idea of surrender and resolved to fight the Mongols.
Sulaiman strongly pushed for preparing Baghdad’s defenses, believing that retreat or surrender would only lead to disaster. He urged fortifying the city and mobilizing troops, while the local population supported the war effort.
However, as time passed, a major problem arose—soldiers needed food and supplies to fight. Sulaiman asked Al-Mustasim for resources, but the Caliph was unwilling to spend money. After much delay, he reluctantly provided only a small amount, not even enough for a proper meal. Disheartened, many troops abandoned their posts, and morale plummeted before the Mongols even arrived.
In October 1257, Hulagu Khan’s army reached Kermanshah and easily defeated a small garrison of Turkic mercenaries. From there, Baghdad was only 200 kilometers away. Hulagu sent another demand for surrender, but Al-Mustasim still refused to act. He neither strengthened defenses nor prepared for battle. Instead, he stayed in his palace, praying and hoping for divine intervention from 
Allah. He even warned the Mongols with empty threats, claiming that attacking Baghdad would bring disaster upon them.
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Relationships
Friends
All Religions - I tolerate yuo, even take inspiration.
Venice & 
Genoa - Thanks for information about Europe so I can invade it!
Enemies
Western Xia - I offered help as my vassal and YUO MOCK ME?! KILL THE ENTIRE POPULATION! DESTROY EVERYTHING!
Kievan Rus' - With yuo gone, I can into Europe!! HUAHUAHUA
Kingdom of Poland - He was the last European clay I advanced into, shame… wish I could of decimate more Yuropeans.
Khwarazmian Empire - HAHA! THIS IS WHAT YOU GET FOR KILLING MY MONGOL ENVOY! WE COULD Have JUST BEEN FRIENDS, RULING THE WORLD TOGETHER WITH 
MY FRIEND BUT NO! YOU HAD TO BE A FOOL, A DUMB FOOL! WAS NOT KILLING MY ENVOY FOR NO REASON REALLY HARD TO DO?! NOW ALL YOUR CLAY BELONGS TO ME!
How to draw
Mongol Empire has a drawing rating of hard.
- Draw a ball.
- Draw a golden stripe at along inside the top of the ball.
- Add some square patterns in a lighter gold inside the golden stripe.
- Fill the rest with black.
- Draw two blue stripes going down the ball vertically.
- Draw a blue stripe horizontally across.
- Border the blue stripes with white.
- On the two crossing points of the vertical stripes and the horizontal stripe, add two gold plates.
- Add eyes and you are done!
- Add Mongol helmet (highly recommended)
Gallery
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Mongol tug in real life
