Shido Nagamotto Min, also known as the Mad Emperor, was the third ruler of the Nagan Empire. He was born into the imperial family as the son of Kenshii Nagamara Min, the Second Emperor. Shido's childhood was marked by a series of traumatic events, including the death of his mother and a failed assassination attempt on his life. These experiences left him with a deep-seated paranoia and a sense of superiority over others. Upon ascending to the throne, Shido's erratic behavior quickly became apparent. He spent vast amounts of the empire's wealth on lavish personal projects and neglected important state affairs. His courtiers and advisors struggled to manage his increasingly unpredictable behavior, as he would fly into sudden rages and make arbitrary decisions.
One of the most notable aspects of Shido's reign was his belief that he was a greater authority than the Empire's patron god, Diion. He claimed that Diion was a weak deity and that he himself was the only true ruler of the Empire. This caused great consternation among the imperial court and the general population, many of whom remained deeply devoted to Diion. This was a turning point in the history of the Nagan Empire. Shido was consumed by his own ambition and desire for power, and he believed that he could wield the god's power to control the Empire as he saw fit.
The plan to deceive Diion was carefully crafted, with the Shido enlisting the help of his most trusted advisors and the high priests of the Empire. They set up a grand ceremony in the Imperial Garden, with a feast and a procession to honor the patron god. Diion, pleased with the Emperor's display of devotion, accepted the invitation and arrived at the garden with his entourage. But once the god was in their midst, the Emperor revealed his true intentions. The guards seized Diion and brought him to a secret chamber beneath the garden, where he was imprisoned. The Emperor believed that with Diion's power under his control, he could rule the Empire with an iron fist and suppress any opposition to his reign.
The imprisonment of Diion had dire consequences for the Empire. The god's absence was felt throughout the land, and his followers were outraged at the Emperor's treachery. Riots broke out in the cities, and many people turned to other faiths for protection and guidance. The Empire was plunged into chaos, and Shido Nagamotto Min's grip on power began to slip. Despite his best efforts to maintain control, the Emperor's rule became increasingly unstable. Without Diion's guidance, the Empire's armies were defeated in battle, and rebellion spread throughout the land. Shido killed countless of his own people in order to uphold his sense of power and rule.
The Malagore War
The war against Malagore was one of the most significant events in the history of the Nagan Empire. Malagore was an infernal god that threatened to destroy the world of Midora with his demonic legions. It was a war that required the combined might of every kingdom and empire, and even then, the outcome was uncertain. Shido sent his personal grand army, the Sun Lords, to join the fray. The Sun Lords were a force to be reckoned with, comprised of the best and brightest soldiers in the Empire, who were handpicked by Shido himself. They were known for their fierce loyalty and unyielding determination in battle.
The war was brutal, and the Sun Lords were at the forefront of the fighting. They battled against hordes of demons and other infernal creatures, facing unimaginable horrors in the name of their Emperor and their homeland. The Sun Lords fought with all their might, but the cost was high. In the end, the combined might of the grand powers prevailed, and Malagore was defeated. But the victory came at a great cost. The Sun Lords, including Shido's closest friends and advisors, had all been killed in the war. Shido returned home with only a handful of men, having suffered a devastating loss. The war against Malagore would go down in history as one of the most costly victories in the history of the Nagan Empire. But it was also a testament to the strength and resilience of the Empire, and the willingness of its people to band together to face even the greatest of threats.
The Eros Rebellion
The rebellion in Eros was another turning point in the history of the Nagan Empire. Shido's arrogance and hubris had led him to believe that the might of the Empire was invincible despite at the loss of this grand army, and he had neglected to prepare for the technological advancements that were being made in other parts of the Empire. The lords of industry in Eros had developed powerful weapons and war machines that the Empire was ill-equipped to defend against. The war was brutal and devastating for both sides. The Empire initially tried to quell the rebellion with brute force, but they were quickly outmatched by the rebels' superior weaponry. The rebellion spread like wildfire across Eros, with more and more lords joining the cause and throwing their support behind the rebels.
Shido refused to accept defeat and continued to pour resources into the war effort, but it was too late. The Empire had already suffered too many losses, and the people of Eros were determined to fight until they achieved their independence. In the end, the Empire was forced to concede defeat and abandon the continent, leaving behind a trail of destruction and devastation in their wake. The rebellion in Eros marked a turning point in the Nagan Empire's history. It was a wake-up call for the Empire, which realized that they could no longer rely solely on their military might to maintain their dominance. The loss of Eros was a blow to the Empire's pride and power, but it also gave them a chance to reflect on their past mistakes and learn from them. In time, the Empire would rebuild and emerge stronger than ever before, but they would never forget the lessons they had learned during the rebellion in Eros.
The Irony of His Actions
It was not over for Shido after such a loss. The irony of Shido's imprisonment of Diion was that it ultimately led to the creation of the Five, the new gods of the Nagan Empire. Despite his attempts to gain control of Diion's power, Shido was ultimately responsible for the rise of a new pantheon of gods that would come to be revered throughout the Empire. Over time people began to notice strange occurrences and miracles taking place throughout the land. These were attributed to the influence of The Five, and the people began to worship them in earnest. Shido, who had believed himself to be a greater authority than Diion, found himself outmatched by the power of the new gods. He was unable to control or manipulate them, and they refused to recognize him as their leader. Shido's power gradually waned as The Five became more and more popular, and he was eventually overthrown by a rebellion led by his own lords. He was killed at the age of 952. The legacy of The Five endured long after Shido's reign came to an end, and they became an integral part of the Nagan Empire's religion and culture. Even to this day, the people of the Empire still worship The Five, and their influence can be felt throughout the land.