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== History == | == History == | ||
===First human settlement=== | |||
Based on archaeological evidence, the earliest habitation of the Saukhin Islands appears to date between 100 and 200 CE. It is believed that the first wave originated from the [[Vallos]] subcontinent, primarily from modern-day [[Takatta Loa]] and [[Almadaria]]. The second wave occurred two hundred years earlier, from 400 CE to 600 CE, and consisted of settlers from [[Audonia]] and [[Crona|South Crona]]. The topic of settlement date is somewhat debated throughout the archeological community, as many also believe the first settlers of the islands to originate from the neighboring [[Truk|Truk islands]], and while there has been evidence of native Truk peoples migrating to the Saukhins during that time period, it was not enough to connect the various large communities built within the islands. For the first few centuries of the archipelago's inhabitance, there was no sole governing body throughout the islands. Instead, the islands were dominated by smaller fishing communities, often with a population of about 150 for the largest communities. These communities would evolve into small [[w:Chiefdom|chiefdoms]], in which said chiefdoms would then grow to encompass entire islands. Local chiefs, who were called opili'i, ruled their settlements, often with the ultimate goal of serving their communities. They would launch small but significant wars to extend their influence and defend their communities from predatory rivals, often other Polynesian chiefdoms who sought to invade for the purpose of draining resources or power projection. Ancient Tapkoii was a caste-based society, with complex systems of hierarchies being the sole distributor of power throughout the chiefdoms. Population growth was facilitated by complex ecological and agricultural practices that combined upland agriculture, deep ocean fishing, gardening systems, and complex fish husbandry systems. These systems were upheld by spiritual and religious beliefs, mostly the island religion of Tuhauata, that linked the cultural continuity with the upkeep of natural health. | |||
===Tapkoii Kingdom=== | ===Tapkoii Kingdom=== | ||
The Tapkoii Kingdom rose to power in 1675 when Chief Kauap'aua of Ato'Ato Island inherited the throne from his father, Chief Tapaliu'iu. Kauap'aua learned of the [[Capture of Truk]], which happened seven days prior, and was the cause of uncertainty throughout the islands. In the mid-1600s, the islands were at a state of peace, but without cooperation, simply living in isolation unless a foreign power chose to attack, which rarely happened. The Daxian conquest of the neighboring Truk Emirate created a wave of fear throughout the archipelago. In response, Chief Kauap'aua called for all the island chiefs to meet in Oaroa, where he discussed uniting the islands into one kingdom. During the pivotal gathering, Kauap'aua addressed the assembly of chiefs, advocating for a collective response to the situation at hand. Initially met with skepticism and reluctance, Kauap'aua's proposal of a united archipelago faced resistance from island chiefs who were accustomed to the prosperity and autonomy of their independent, isolationist states. The archipelago had thrived in a state of relative self-sufficiency, each island enjoying its own governance and resources. However, as the looming specter of a Daxian invasion continued to cast an ominous shadow over the islands, the gravity of the situation became increasingly apparent to the various island chiefs. Faced with the stark reality of an external threat that transcended their individual sovereignties, a collective sentiment of urgency and solidarity began to permeate the discussions. The island chiefs eventually set aside their initial reservations and apprehensions, and in a unanimous decision, they reached a consensus to embrace Kauap'aua's vision, paving the way for the unification of the islands into a formidable entity known as the Tapkoii Kingdom. | |||
===Tierradorian Conquest=== | ===Tierradorian Conquest=== | ||
===Island Revolution=== | ===Island Revolution=== | ||