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In the 8th century, the First Imperium began expanding its influence westward into the Kindreds Sea, driven by the ambition to control key maritime routes and expand its territories. The strategic importance of Maristella, coupled with its wealth and resources, made it a prime target for Caphirian ambitions. This expansion was part of a broader strategy to eventually reach and conquer Vallos. The campaign to subjugate Maristella was led by several notable military leaders and ambitious explorers. One of the foremost figures was Oressio Alcischino Cesarcurchi, a seasoned military commander renowned for his strategic acumen and ruthlessness. Cesarcurchi saw the conquest of Maristella as a stepping stone to greater glory and wealth, and was supported by a coalition of powerful noble Estates and merchants eager to exploit the island's resources.

The Caphirian expedition to Maristella began in 703 AD, with a fleet of warships and transport vessels carrying thousands of soldiers, engineers, and settlers. The fleet set sail from the coastal city of [[Albalitor]], a significant Caphirian stronghold in modern-day Pelaxia, and made its way across the Kindreds Sea. Upon reaching Maristella, the Caphirian forces faced fierce resistance from the local rulers and their armies. The initial skirmishes were brutal, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. Despite the resistance, Cesarcurchi employed a combination of military might and strategic alliances to gradually subdue the island's defenders. The Caphirians utilized advanced siege techniques and superior weaponry to capture key fortifications and cities. One notable battle was the Siege of Luvalagelia in 704 AD, where Cesarcurchi's forces besieged the island's primary port for months before finally breaching its defenses. The fall of Luvalagelia marked a turning point in the conquest, as it allowed the Caphirians to control the island's main trade routes and cut off supplies to the defenders.