The Boque Crisis

Boque Bay Crisis of 524 AF: A Prelude to the Chamalian-Human War

 

Background

In the year 524 AF, Boque Bay, under Gothian control, was home to the renowned Boque Wizard and Scholar Tower. This tower was a beacon of advanced learning and magic, attracting scholars from across Arshmunnu, including many Chamalians—intelligent reptilian humanoids renowned for their scholarly and magical prowess.  

The Incident

In Amenium 524 AF, the Gothian government covertly kidnapped and murdered all Chamalian students and scholars at the Boque Wizard and Scholar Tower. This atrocity aimed to diminish Chamalian influence and preempt their intellectual advancements.  

Political Crisis

The mass disappearance and subsequent discovery of the murdered Chamalian scholars caused a severe political crisis. The Chamalian Empire demanded justice, suspecting Gothian involvement but lacking evidence. The Gothian government denied any wrongdoing, blaming external forces.  

Revelation and Exile

In Frigidi 524 AF, Cassander, a human scholar and magician at the Boque Tower, discovered evidence implicating the Gothian government. Cassander exposed the Gothian conspiracy, leading to his exile. While the Gothian authorities branded him a traitor, earning him the moniker "the Perfidious," Chamalians celebrated him as the "Defender of Truth."  

War and Legacy

The Boque Bay Crisis significantly escalated tensions, contributing to the Chamalian-Human War's outbreak in 525 AF. Cassander continued to fight against human forces until his death in 542 AF, killed by Aemilius, King of Aquosurbs—a renowned swordsman.   Cassander's story became emblematic of bravery and integrity, highlighting the moral complexities and political machinations of the time. The Boque Bay Crisis remains a pivotal event in Arshmunnu's history, illustrating the dangerous interplay of power, politics, and morality.  

Detailed Timeline of Events

  524 AF:

   
• Amenium: Incident at Boque Bay; Chamalian scholars are kidnapped and murdered by the Gothian government.
   
• Frigidi: Cassander discovers the conspiracy and exposes the truth, leading to his exile.

  525 AF:

   
• Start of the Chamalian-Human War: The crisis contributes to the outbreak of war between Chamalians and humans.

  542 AF:

   
• Death of Cassander: Cassander is killed by Aemilius, King of Aquosurbs.

 

Key Figures

Cassander: Human scholar and magician, exiled for exposing the Gothian conspiracy.   Aemilius, King of Aquosurbs: Renowned swordsman who killed Cassander.