The Kingdom of Toparia
Founded Year 847
Queen Sigrun the Rash
b.989 d.1032 - r.1009-1032
Sigrun's Ascension to the Throne
In 1009, Queen Sigrun ascended the throne to rule over a kingdom that faced many challenges. Her marriage to High Prince Conley, a respected nobleman known for his stern character and unwavering commitment, formed an unexpected partnership that ensured some security. They were blessed with three healthy heirs.
A Fractured Family
Princess Janina, the youngest child, grew disillusioned with her mother's favouritism to her royal sons. At 15, Janina joined a mysterious religious sect, the Glowing Moon, and by 18 she was already given a small leadership role, undoubtedly due to her royal status. Even at such a young age; Janina sought to assert her influence in her sect and in the court, straining the family ties.
Prince Gregor, who had aspirations beyond being second in line for the throne, sought a different path and a chance to escape the discrediting shadow cast upon him in the royal court. He had mostly brough that on himself through his poorly concealed lies and deception. Gregor left Toparia and shocked everybody when he pledged allegiance to the King of Darvesh.
Sigrun, furious, offered the foreign monarch some border lands in exchange for Gregor's forced return. Gregor returned to Toparia broody and resentful, but he was able to find comfort in the Glowing Moon under Janina's guidance.
Toparia's Greatest Tragedy
The year 1032 is remembered in Toparian history for a tragic incident that had a lasting impact on the kingdom. Princess Janina's religious sect, the Glowing Moon, carried out a devastating bombing of the palace, causing significant casualties and damage. Queen Sigrun was killed instantly when the bomb detonated. The attack was aimed at destabilising the royal court.
The bombing occurred during an important event at the royal palace shattering the festive atmosphere and causing chaos. The designated heir to the throne, Prince Ivor, suffered severe injuries that left lasting physical and emotional scars. He was standing next to his mother, Queen Sigrun, at the time and her body shielded the young prince. High Prince Conley also survived the attack but lost a leg and a hand.
The tragic episode revealed the deep extremism within Janina's religious group. Further investigations revealed a complex network of radical elements, beyond Princess Janina's control. Janina denied involvement in ordering the attack on her own family, however, evidence suggested she was aware of the extremist faction operating independently within her sect.
The aftermath of the bombing brought the country together. Many demanded justice for the fallen queen. Echoes for the execution of all those implicated in the sect were heard throughout the court. High Prince Conley issued an order for the heads of those in the Glowing Moon's upper heirachy during his regency, but decided to send Janina into exile.
Heirs:
- Prince Ivor (b.1010 d.?): Initially reluctant to accept the crown, his eventual ascension marked by internal struggles.
- Prince Gregor (b.1012 d.1083): Bitter, serene, and discredited, his pledge to a foreign king added complexity to the royal lineage.
- Princess Janina (b.1014 d.1035): Her involvement in a religious sect strained family bonds and led to her banishment. She was murdered shortly after in a foreign land.
Long Live King Ivor! (U+5,D+1,W+3 - Kingdom in Fall)
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