The Veykar

A conquering warlord of the eastern steppe who forged an empire through fire and will. No bloodline, no old name—only a claim seized by the blade. He spoke of unity but enforced it through slaughter. He built roads, enforced order, and protected trade—but at the cost of freedom and countless lives. He grew to trust only the mute cook who served him, and was ultimately poisoned by her in a quiet act of justice.