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== First Republic (369 BC-109 AD) ==

After the successful coup d'etat in 369 BC, the Caphirian Kingdom was overthrown and the Caphirian Republic was established by the brothers, who were collectively known as ''fratres lucis''. This marked the end of the monarchy and the beginning of a new form of government in Caphiria.

In the immediate aftermath of the coup, Martyrius and Darius Lux assumed control of the government and began the process of establishing the new Republic. They first abolished the monarchy and declared that all citizens were equal under the law. They also established a new system of governance, in which power was divided among several branches: the Senate, which was made up of elected officials and acted as the legislative branch; the Assemblies, which were made up of citizens and acted as the judicial branch; and the office of the Consul, which was held by two elected officials who acted as the executive branch.

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However, the worship of Thysdreus was not without its negatives. As the god of war, Thysdreus encouraged violence and aggression, which led to frequent wars and conflicts within the Republic. This constant state of warfare had a negative impact on the economy, as resources were diverted away from production and trade in order to fund the military. In addition, the worship of Thysdreus also perpetuated a culture of aggression and militarism, which made it difficult for the Republic to negotiate peaceful settlements with other states.

=== Decline and instability ===

~~During~~ the 2nd century BC, the Republic of ~~Caphiria experienced~~ a ~~period~~ of ~~relative stability~~ and ~~prosperity~~. The ~~economy~~ was ~~growing, trade~~ was ~~flourishing~~, and the ~~military was strong~~. ~~However~~, ~~there~~ were ~~also challenges~~ and threats that the Republic faced during this time. Despite ~~having conquered or pacified most~~ of its ~~immediate~~ neighbors, ~~there~~ were ~~still countless barbarian tribes~~ on the ~~frontier~~ who ~~were eager~~ to ~~exploit any weakness~~.

One of the challenges that the Republic faced during the late 3rd and early 2nd century BC was internal strife. As the Republic grew in size and power, it became increasingly difficult to maintain unity and consensus among the various factions within the state. This was especially true in the political arena, where rival factions jostled for power and influence.

One of the main sources of political conflict during this time was the growing influence of the Consuls, who were the leaders of the Republic's armies. Many of the Consuls, who were elected for five-year terms, began to use their military power and popularity to gain more influence and control over the government. This led to a situation where the Consuls were often at odds with the Senate, which was made up of elected officials and acted as the legislative branch of the government. The conflict between the Consuls and the Senate was further exacerbated by the fact that the Consuls often had their own political agendas and were more interested in advancing their own interests than those of the Republic as a whole.

Another factor contributing to political instability was the rise of populist factions within the Republic. These factions, which were often made up of poorer citizens who felt marginalized and disenfranchised, were critical of the ruling elites and called for more radical political reforms. These factions often engaged in protests and demonstrations, and they were sometimes supported by the Consuls, who saw them as a way to gain more power and influence.

The internal strife within the Republic was further exacerbated by external factors. One of the main external threats that the Republic faced during this time was the aggressive expansionist policies of the neighboring state of Sarnia. Sarnia, which was located to the west of Caphiria, was a powerful and ambitious state that was eager to expand its territory and influence.

Sarnia was a theocratic state: they were devout followers of an early form of Christianity known as [[Sarnian Christianity]], which shaped every aspect of their society. The clergy, called the "Paterae," or "fathers," were responsible for leading the religious practices of the Sarnian people. They are also influential figures in the political and social life of the state, as they held a great deal of authority and respect within the community. However, the highest authority in matters of state was the council of bishops, who are the leaders of the Sarnian Christian church. The council consisted of the bishops of the major Sarnian cities, who were elected by the Paterae. The council itself was headed by the Archbishop of Sarnia, who was the highest authority in the church and the state. The archbishop was elected by the council of bishops and served for life.

One of the unique aspects of Sarnian Christianity is its focus on the idea of the "martyr soldier." This concept holds that the greatest honor a person can achieve is to die in battle while defending their faith and their people. The Sarnians believe that those who die in this way are guaranteed a place in paradise and will be rewarded for their bravery and devotion. This belief was reinforced by the Paterae, who were expected to be strong and virtuous, and were often chosen for their physical strength and martial prowess as much as for their spiritual leadership. Despite their fierce reputation, the Sarnians were deeply religious and deeply devoted to their faith, and were known for their charitable works and their generosity to the poor and the needy.

As a hyper-religious state, Sarnia believed it had a divine mandate to spread their form of Christianity to the rest of the world. With its large and well-trained army, Sarnia employed an aggressive missionary-like foreign policy, sending warrior-missionaries and evangelists to other countries in an effort to convert them to Sarnian Christianity

In an effort to counter the threat from Sarnia, the Republic's Consuls often engaged in military campaigns and entered into alliances with other states that were hostile to Sarnia. However, these efforts often had the unintended consequence of further destabilizing the Republic, as they often led to more conflict and strife within the state.

==== The Sarnian Problem ====

As tensions between Caphiria and Sarnia continued to rise, the issue of the divine mandate became more and more contentious. In the early 2nd century BC, the Sarnian clergy declared that God had ordained them to conquer and convert the heathen "east". This was seen as a direct challenge to Caphiria's sovereignty and sparked outrage among the aristocracy. Over several decades, Caphiria dealt with its "Sarnian problem" which consisted of dozens of minor skirmishes and three major conflicts with Sarnia.

The first major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 192 BC, when Sarnian forces invaded a Caphirian territory on the western border, claiming that they were fulfilling their divine mandate. The Caphirians, led by the Consul Antipho Nicasius, mobilized their own forces and pushed the Sarnians back, driving them out of the territory. The conflict ended with a peace treaty, which recognized Caphiria's sovereignty and forbade the Sarnians from making any further aggressive moves against their neighbors.

The second major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 176 BC, when the Sarnians launched another invasion, again claiming that they were fulfilling their divine mandate. This time, the Sarnians were more successful, and they were able to capture several key cities and territories. The Caphirians, led by the Consul Agorastocles Valerius, fought back fiercely, but they were unable to repel the Sarnian advance. The conflict ended with a peace treaty that recognized Sarnian control over the captured territories and imposed heavy reparations on the Caphirians.

The third major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 159 BC, when the Sarnians again invaded Caphirian territory, this time with the explicit goal of converting the heathen Caphirians to their religion. The Caphirians fought back with all their might, but they were no match for the fanatical Sarnians. The conflict ended with a peace treaty that recognized Sarnian control over a large portion of Caphirian territory and imposed harsh religious restrictions on the Caphirians who lived there. The treaty sparked widespread outrage among the Caphirians, who saw it as a betrayal of their sovereignty and a threat to their way of life.

=== War of the Republic (109-136 AD) ===

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 == First Republic (369 BC-109 AD) ==
 After the successful coup d'etat in 369 BC, the Caphirian Kingdom was overthrown and the Caphirian Republic was established by the brothers, who were collectively known as ''fratres lucis''. This marked the end of the monarchy and the beginning of a new form of government in Caphiria.
 In the immediate aftermath of the coup, Martyrius and Darius Lux assumed control of the government and began the process of establishing the new Republic. They first abolished the monarchy and declared that all citizens were equal under the law. They also established a new system of governance, in which power was divided among several branches: the Senate, which was made up of elected officials and acted as the legislative branch; the Assemblies, which were made up of citizens and acted as the judicial branch; and the office of the Consul, which was held by two elected officials who acted as the executive branch.
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 However, the worship of Thysdreus was not without its negatives. As the god of war, Thysdreus encouraged violence and aggression, which led to frequent wars and conflicts within the Republic. This constant state of warfare had a negative impact on the economy, as resources were diverted away from production and trade in order to fund the military. In addition, the worship of Thysdreus also perpetuated a culture of aggression and militarism, which made it difficult for the Republic to negotiate peaceful settlements with other states.
 === Decline and instability ===
-During the 2nd century BC, the Republic of Caphiria experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The economy was growing, trade was flourishing, and the military was strong. However, there were also challenges and threats that the Republic faced during this time. Despite having conquered or pacified most of its immediate neighbors, there were still countless barbarian tribes on the frontier who were eager to exploit any weakness.
+One of the challenges that the Republic faced during the late 3rd and early 2nd century BC was internal strife. As the Republic grew in size and power, it became increasingly difficult to maintain unity and consensus among the various factions within the state. This was especially true in the political arena, where rival factions jostled for power and influence.
+One of the main sources of political conflict during this time was the growing influence of the Consuls, who were the leaders of the Republic's armies. Many of the Consuls, who were elected for five-year terms, began to use their military power and popularity to gain more influence and control over the government. This led to a situation where the Consuls were often at odds with the Senate, which was made up of elected officials and acted as the legislative branch of the government. The conflict between the Consuls and the Senate was further exacerbated by the fact that the Consuls often had their own political agendas and were more interested in advancing their own interests than those of the Republic as a whole.
+Another factor contributing to political instability was the rise of populist factions within the Republic. These factions, which were often made up of poorer citizens who felt marginalized and disenfranchised, were critical of the ruling elites and called for more radical political reforms. These factions often engaged in protests and demonstrations, and they were sometimes supported by the Consuls, who saw them as a way to gain more power and influence.
+The internal strife within the Republic was further exacerbated by external factors. One of the main external threats that the Republic faced during this time was the aggressive expansionist policies of the neighboring state of Sarnia. Sarnia, which was located to the west of Caphiria, was a powerful and ambitious state that was eager to expand its territory and influence.
+Sarnia was a theocratic state: they were devout followers of an early form of Christianity known as [[Sarnian Christianity]], which shaped every aspect of their society. The clergy, called the "Paterae," or "fathers," were responsible for leading the religious practices of the Sarnian people. They are also influential figures in the political and social life of the state, as they held a great deal of authority and respect within the community. However, the highest authority in matters of state was the council of bishops, who are the leaders of the Sarnian Christian church. The council consisted of the bishops of the major Sarnian cities, who were elected by the Paterae. The council itself was headed by the Archbishop of Sarnia, who was the highest authority in the church and the state. The archbishop was elected by the council of bishops and served for life.
+One of the unique aspects of Sarnian Christianity is its focus on the idea of the "martyr soldier." This concept holds that the greatest honor a person can achieve is to die in battle while defending their faith and their people. The Sarnians believe that those who die in this way are guaranteed a place in paradise and will be rewarded for their bravery and devotion. This belief was reinforced by the Paterae, who were expected to be strong and virtuous, and were often chosen for their physical strength and martial prowess as much as for their spiritual leadership. Despite their fierce reputation, the Sarnians were deeply religious and deeply devoted to their faith, and were known for their charitable works and their generosity to the poor and the needy.
+As a hyper-religious state, Sarnia believed it had a divine mandate to spread their form of Christianity to the rest of the world. With its large and well-trained army, Sarnia employed an aggressive missionary-like foreign policy, sending warrior-missionaries and evangelists to other countries in an effort to convert them to Sarnian Christianity
+In an effort to counter the threat from Sarnia, the Republic's Consuls often engaged in military campaigns and entered into alliances with other states that were hostile to Sarnia. However, these efforts often had the unintended consequence of further destabilizing the Republic, as they often led to more conflict and strife within the state.
+==== The Sarnian Problem ====
+As tensions between Caphiria and Sarnia continued to rise, the issue of the divine mandate became more and more contentious.  In the early 2nd century BC, the Sarnian clergy declared that God had ordained them to conquer and convert the heathen "east". This was seen as a direct challenge to Caphiria's sovereignty and sparked outrage among the aristocracy. Over several decades, Caphiria dealt with its "Sarnian problem" which consisted of dozens of minor skirmishes and three major conflicts with Sarnia.
+The first major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 192 BC, when Sarnian forces invaded a Caphirian territory on the western border, claiming that they were fulfilling their divine mandate. The Caphirians, led by the Consul Antipho Nicasius, mobilized their own forces and pushed the Sarnians back, driving them out of the territory. The conflict ended with a peace treaty, which recognized Caphiria's sovereignty and forbade the Sarnians from making any further aggressive moves against their neighbors.
+The second major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 176 BC, when the Sarnians launched another invasion, again claiming that they were fulfilling their divine mandate. This time, the Sarnians were more successful, and they were able to capture several key cities and territories. The Caphirians, led by the Consul Agorastocles Valerius, fought back fiercely, but they were unable to repel the Sarnian advance. The conflict ended with a peace treaty that recognized Sarnian control over the captured territories and imposed heavy reparations on the Caphirians.
+The third major conflict between Caphiria and Sarnia occurred in 159 BC, when the Sarnians again invaded Caphirian territory, this time with the explicit goal of converting the heathen Caphirians to their religion. The Caphirians fought back with all their might, but they were no match for the fanatical Sarnians. The conflict ended with a peace treaty that recognized Sarnian control over a large portion of Caphirian territory and imposed harsh religious restrictions on the Caphirians who lived there. The treaty sparked widespread outrage among the Caphirians, who saw it as a betrayal of their sovereignty and a threat to their way of life.
 === War of the Republic (109-136 AD) ===

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