The Lotus Empire had seen a tumultuous era. Their long standing enemy had been wiped from the continent and a student of their Academy had gifted education that spawned goodwill and benefits that spurred the growth of the empire.
Emperor Etrigan had begun his rule nearly 40 years ago when his father finally wanted to let go of the throne. The loss of family and the compromise of so many things had weighed heavily, but Etrigan never pushed.
He was an excellent Emperor. He valued his people and made sure to enrich the various districts that made up his empire. His wife had given him fine sons and daughters that had made marriages of love and political gain.
His in-laws from the Zephyr Clan were very happy with how he treated them as well.
