Table of Contents

The Mongoliad


Front Matter

Introduction NEW Content A pleasant welcoming.
The Cabal NEW Content Who is the Foreworld Cabal?
About Subutai Corporation NEW Content An introduction to Subutai Corporation.
Historical Scope NEW Video Neal and Greg discuss the historical scope of the Foreworld project.

Chapter 1

The Kinyen NEW Chapter Wherein we meet the Shield-Brethren.
Map of Legnica NEW Map A map of Legnica and environs.
Cnán and the Arrow NEW Illustration "First arrow perfectly timed..."

Chapter 2

The Khan of Khans NEW Chapter Wherein young Gansukh arrives at court.
Ögedei's Palace NEW Map A map of the palace at Karakorum.
Chapter Intro NEW Video Writer Erik Bear introduces Chapter 2.
Mongol Tough NEW Portrait Concept art from Aleksi Briclot
Mongol Tough (Second Portrait) NEW Portrait Concept art from Aleksi Briclot

Chapter 3

I Will Seek That Which Was Lost NEW Chapter Wherein we enter Rome.
Rome in the 13th Century NEW Map A Map of Rome and environs.
Color Study NEW Illustration A color study sketch by Neal Von Flue.
Arrival in Rome NEW Illustration Illustration by Neal Von Flue.

Chapter 4

West Meets East NEW Chapter Wherein young Haakon enters the arena.
Circus of Swords NEW Illustration View of the Circus
Commentary on Fight Choreography NEW Video The first part of Guy Windsor's commentary.
Circus of Swords NEW Illustration View from the tunnel
Portrait of Haakon NEW Portrait Art from Jamie Jones

Interlude 01

How We Came To Fight Content A brief explanation of the rabbit hole you're about to fall into.
Circus Concept Sketch Illustration Chalkboard sketch by Erik Bear.
First Draft Part One Content Part 1 of the first draft of Haakon's fight.
First Draft Part Two Content Part 2 of the first draft of Haakon's fight.
First Draft Part Three Content Part 3 of the first draft of Haakon's fight.
Ellis Amdur Videos Video Several video interviews with Ellis Amdur.

Chapter 5

The Journey Begins Chapter Wherein the Hunting Party begins their long journey.
Brethren Route Across Eastern Europe Map The route taken by the Brethren party in Chapter 5.
Portrait of Taran Portrait Portrait of Taran by Jason Norgaar.
Chapter 5 Introduction Video Greg and Neal introduce Chapter 5.

Chapter 6

That Is How My Father Hunted Chapter A man is defined by the way he hunts.
Mongolian Archer Content Illustration of Mongolian archer by Jason Norgaar.

Chapter 7

Preserve My Soul, For I Am Holy Chapter Wherein one priest dreams and another frets.
Father Rodrigo's Dream (pencils) Illustration Pencil study by Neal Von Flue.
Rodrigo's Dream (color) Illustration Illustration by Neal Von Flue.

Chapter 8

The Parting of the Veil Chapter Wherein we meet an observer and Haakon and Zug finish their duel.
Portrait of Zug Illustration Illustration of Zug by Jason Norgaar.

Chapter 9

The Way of the Lapwing Chapter Wherein the ambush is sprung.

Chapter 10

The Needs of the Empire Chapter Wherein Gansukh pursues an assassin and discovers everything is not as it seems.
Portrait of Munokhoi Illustration Illustration of Munokhoi by Jason Norgaar.

Chapter 11

Set The Light of Thy Countenance Upon Me Chapter Wherein a solitary pilgrim discovers he is not alone on his journey.
Cardinal Rainiero Capocci Portrait Portrait of Rainiero Capocci by Neal Von Flue

Chapter 12

A Pleasant Stroll Chapter Wherein Kim goes for a stroll and finds trouble.

Chapter 13

A Change of Plans Chapter Wherein the Brethren bury an old friend.

Chapter 14

The Agitation of the Heart Chapter Wherein Ocyrhoe and Ferenc discover the secret of the Septizodium.

Chapter 15

To Save The Empire Chapter Wherein Gansukh wrestles, with his dilemma and a champion.

Interlude 2

High Speed Naginata Video Video Wherein we witness some examples of Araki-ryu Naginatajutsu.
High Speed Naginata Video Video Wherein we witness some examples of Araki-ryu Naginatajutsu.

Chapter 16

An Affable Excursion Chapter Wherein Brother Andreas wanders into Hünern.

Chapter 17

Pilgrims Chapter Wherein the Hunting Party enters Kiev and makes some unexpected discoveries.
Pilgrims' Progress Chapter Wherein we discover there is more to tell about the events in Kiev.

Chapter 18

The Needs of Men Chapter Wherein the source of Ögedei's great pain is revealed.
Naked, Upon the Steppes Chapter Wherein Gansukh and Ögedei come to an understanding

Chapter 19

Servus Servorum Dei Chapter Wherein Cardinal Fieschi tries to make the best of a bad situation.
Lucerna Corporis Est Oculus Chapter Wherein light becomes darkness and darkness becomes light.
Robert of Somercotes Portrait Portait of Robert of Somercotes by Neal Von Flue
Somercotes Portrait Art Process Video Video A Video of Neal Von Flue's process for the Somercotes portrait.
Somercotes Portrait Art Process Video Video A Video of Neal Von Flue's process for the Somercotes portrait..
Sinibaldo de Fieschi Portrait Portait of Sinibaldo Fieschi by Neal Von Flue

Chapter 20

Into The Land of the Khazars Chapter Wherein the Hunting Party depart from Kiev.

Chapter 21

A Good Strategist Chapter Wherein Andreas faces the wrath of his master.
An Afternoon At First Field Chapter Wherein Andreas and Kim meet.
Video Intro of Kim Alcheon Video Brandon Uttech offering some background on Kim Alcheon

Chapter 22

Boy Meets Gruel Chapter Wherein we find out what happend to young Haakon.

Chapter 23

To The Place of The Cliff Chapter Wherein Ögedei departs Karakorum for Burqan-qaldun.

Chapter 24

The Orphan's Tale Chapter Wherein Ocyrhoe and Ferenc have a most surprising encounter.
Chapter Introduction Video Wherein we set up this chapter's adventure.

Chapter 25

Waiting For The Storm Chapter Wherein the Circus begins once again, and the noose tightens.
Chapter 25 Commentary Video Wherein writer Joseph Brassey talks about the chapter.

Chapter 26

Raedwulf's Bow Chapter Wherein the Shield-Brethren pause to address a lingering concern.
Entering Asia Chapter Wherein the Mongols learn the meaning of fear.

Chapter 27

Factus Sum Tamquam Vas Perditum Chapter Wherein the Cardinals and the Bear go to the Circus.
Portrait of Orsini Illustration Portait of Matteo Rosso Orsini by Neal Von Flue.
Chapter Commentary Video Writer Mark Teppo offers commentary on Chapters 26 & 27.

Chapter 28

The Paten and the Chalice Chapter Wherein the Cardinals attend to a vote.

Chapter 29

Pillow Fight Chapter Wherein the Khan's caravan is attacked.

Chapter 30

Lian's Dagger Chapter Wherein the nighttime raid on the Khan's caravan continues.

Chapter 31

Cantate Domino Canticum Novum Chapter Wherein the new Pope is chosen, and he goes for a walk.

Chapter 32

Rough Beasts Chapter Wherein the Khan's Arena re-opens.

Chapter 33

Summus Pontifex Ecclesiae Universalis Chapter Wherein word gets out that there is a new Pope.

Chapter 34

Munokhoi's Folly Chapter Wherein Munokhoi loses his temper and Chucai pauses for thought.

Chapter 35

Calicem Salutaris Accipiam Chapter Wherein we follow Father Bendrito on his mad Crusade.

Chapter 36

A Fateful Choice Chapter Wherein the Shield-Brethren enter the Arena once more.
Kristaps, In The Arena Content An illustration by Neal Von Flue

Chapter 37

Congregabo Te Chapter With great mercy, I will gather thee.

Chapter 38

Under The Night Sky Chapter Wherein the Brethren find themselves on the steppes.

Chapter 39

The Roots Of Our Stories Chapter Wherein the Brethren conduct a second Kinyen.

Chapter 40

Seeking Spirits Chapter Wherein Gansukh and Chucai question their respective destinies.

Chapter 41

In The Aftermath Chapter Wherein Hünern seethes.

Chapter 42

The Frog And The Stone Chapter Wherein the Khan's caravan continues to rest.

Chapter 43

In The Shadow of Burqan-qaldun Chapter Wherein the Khan's caravan reaches Burqan-qaldun.

Chapter 44

The Noose Tightens Chapter Wherein pressures increase in Hünern.
Smoke Signals Chapter Wherein a trap is sprung.
A Tree Grows In Hünern Content Illustration by Neal Von Flue

Chapter 45

The Gift Of The Spirits Chapter Wherein Ögedei reaches his destination.
The Night of the Fish Gutter Chapter Wherein Gansukh pokes a dangerous animal and Master Chucai goes exploring.

Chapter 46

A Day of Rest Chapter Wherein the sun rises, and Ögedei has a headache.
To Eternal Glory Chapter Wherein Ögedei's great hunt gets underway.
The Nerge Content Wherein Ögedei has a flashback.

Chapter 47

Mongol-a-Mongol Chapter Wherein a long-standing feud is settled.

Chapter 48

Uncaged Chapter Wherein prisoners are freed.
Holding The Line Chapter Wherein the Shield-Brethren fight for their lives.

Chapter 49

The Frantic Heart of the Caged Bird Chapter Wherein Lian chooses her own destiny.
The Cave of the Great Bear Chapter Wherein the hunting party arrives.

Chapter 50

Into Hyperborea Chapter Wherein we catch up with the Shield-Brethren.

Chapter 51

Face-to-Face Chapter Wherein old enemies finally meet.

Chapter 52

The Long and Winding Road Chapter Wherein the Brethren reach the Gap.

Chapter 53

The Big Boss Content Wherein someone gets a chance to level up.

Chapter 54

One of Our Khans Is Missing Chapter Wherein the Brethren nearly reach their goal.

Chapter 55

Forest Spirits Content Wherein Ögedei meets the Shield-Brethren.

Chapter 56

Plans, Gone Awry Content Wherein the end approaches.

Chapter 57

Ögedei's Legacy Chapter Wherein the fate of an empire is decided.

Epilogue

A Tree Has Many Branches Chapter Wherein we tease our audience mercilessly.

 

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