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=== 1650-1700: The Hunt for ''Taq al-Fasra'' and the Majlis Era === | === 1650-1700: The Hunt for ''Taq al-Fasra'' and the Majlis Era === | ||
The legend of ''Taq al-Fasra'' was not merely confined to whispers within Zaclaria; it resonated across the far reaches of Audonia. As years passed, the allure of the vault grew exponentially, giving rise to a plethora of tales that intermingled fact with fiction. Many adventurers, from famed explorers to desperate fortune-seekers, were drawn to Zaclaria, each harboring dreams of unlocking the vault's secrets. Vercassio de Arceneaux, a celebrated Caphiric Burgoignac archaeologist and adventurer from [[Antilles]], was one of the most renowned figures in the hunt. With his vast knowledge of ancient mechanisms and a deep understanding of Zaclarian culture, he was confident in cracking the enigma of the vault. After years of diligent research, Arceneaux believed he had uncovered a sequence to bypass the puzzle locks. However, upon reaching the supposed second layer, he was trapped in one of the vault's many deceptive mazes, never to be seen again. His detailed journals, found years later, serve as a testament to the vault's intricacies. | The legend of ''Taq al-Fasra'' was not merely confined to whispers within Zaclaria; it resonated across the far reaches of Audonia. As years passed, the allure of the vault grew exponentially, giving rise to a plethora of tales that intermingled fact with fiction. Many adventurers, from famed explorers to desperate fortune-seekers, were drawn to Zaclaria, each harboring dreams of unlocking the vault's secrets. | ||
Vercassio de Arceneaux, a celebrated Caphiric Burgoignac archaeologist and adventurer from [[Antilles]], was one of the most renowned figures in the hunt. With his vast knowledge of ancient mechanisms and a deep understanding of Zaclarian culture, he was confident in cracking the enigma of the vault. After years of diligent research, Arceneaux believed he had uncovered a sequence to bypass the puzzle locks. However, upon reaching the supposed second layer, he was trapped in one of the vault's many deceptive mazes, never to be seen again. His detailed journals, found years later, serve as a testament to the vault's intricacies. | |||
Another notable tale is that of Laila bin Asuphimi, a Zaclaric scholar and cryptologist. Unlike others who sought the vault for personal gain, Laila was driven by academic curiosity. She dedicated decades to studying the rumored inscriptions said to be etched in the vault's chambers. It is said that she managed to decipher a part of these inscriptions, revealing spiritual verses that not only guarded the vault but also bestowed blessings upon Zaclaria. However, she vanished under mysterious circumstances, with many believing she was spirited away by divine forces to protect the vault's sanctity. | |||
These tales of tragedy did not deter seekers; if anything, they added to the vault's allure. The Sultanate recognized the potential threat these treasure hunters posed and this led to the establishment of the ''Majlis al-Khazana'', an elite council to manage and protect the treasury's interests, both domestic and foreign. Under the Majlis era, the Royal Treasury underwent significant reforms. | |||
== Investments == | == Investments == | ||