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 ====== Sarpentis ======
+**Ruler**:  Lysandros II, twelfth of the line of Thuron
 Nestled along the coast of the Sea of Calyxia, amid rolling hills and ancient trade routes, the Kingdom of Sarpentis is a realm where history and tradition intertwine to create a vibrant and enduring culture. Once a collection of independent city-states renowned for their strategic locations and rich heritage, the region's transformation into a unified kingdom is a testament to its resilience and adaptability.
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 The rise of the Empire of Aranor marked a new chapter in the history of these city-states. As Aranor's influence expanded, the once-independent cities were absorbed into the empire, forming the province of Sarpentis. This integration brought about a blend of imperial administration with the rich local traditions of the city-states. The largest city-state, Sarpentis, became the provincial capital, symbolizing the union of old and new.
-{{:realms:sarpentis:thuron_i_king_of_sarpentis.jpeg?400 |}}===== The Dawn of Independence =====
+===== The Dawn of Independence =====
+{{:realms:sarpentis:thuron_i_king_of_sarpentis.jpeg?400 |}}The fall of the mighty Empire of Aranor was a turning point for the region. The collapse left a power vacuum, and amidst the ensuing chaos, the Governor of the province of Sarpentis seized the moment to assert autonomy. Declaring independence, the Governor established himself as Thuron I, King of Sarpentis, marking the beginning of a new era for the region.
-The fall of the mighty Empire of Aranor was a turning point for the region. The collapse left a power vacuum, and amidst the ensuing chaos, the Governor of the province of Sarpentis seized the moment to assert autonomy. Declaring independence, the Governor established himself as Thuron I, King of Sarpentis, marking the beginning of a new era for the region.  It would be easy to write him off as an opportunist, but commentary from some of his contemporaries indicate that Thuron was genuinely concerned about the possiblity of anarchy within the province.
+It would be easy to write Thuron I off as an opportunist, but commentary from some of his contemporaries indicate that he was genuinely concerned about the possiblity of anarchy within the province.  It is recorded that he continued to send reports back to Tarquinia that all was well within his province, even as he reorganized it into a kingdom, and by the time Tarquinia's spies found out what he was up to, the Empire was already breaking up.
 ===== A Realm of Distinction =====