From the Annals of the Oasis Kingdoms…
Karashar, beset by nomadic tribes from the Spirit Mountains, sent a caravan bearing tribute, in hopes that the horse nomads would leave them in peace.
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A Revival of Symness in Dayuan
An excerpt from Ban Zhao’s Histories of the Western Hinterlands:
In the distant land of Dayuan, the construction of a pyramid and tomb complex had the effect of significantly reinforcing the local practices of the Symness religion. As is so common in these uncivilized hinterlands, the neighboring peoples reacted with unease…
A Letter from Miran
From Miran Cache #25: An extract from a letter to a merchant in Suojo, from her agent in Lop Nur:
I persist in my efforts to purchase the grain that we need. While the soldiers of the Green Banner Army of the West only provide escorts for the caravans of the Middle Kingdom, guards are readily available for hire here. Though there is much fear of bandits, do not concern yourself. The locals are much more experienced when dealing with the desert, and more reliable. We shall be safe in our travels.
Horse Nomads in the Oasis Basin
An excerpt from Ban Zhao’s Histories of the Western Hinterlands:
Though usually returning to their pastures in the steppes, the horse nomads were nevertheless a common sight in the Oasis Basin. In the Budding of 115, a travelling artist wrote an account of the hospitality she received when she was overtaken by a band of nomads near Yiwu.
Stolen!! Reward offered….
The Agriculture of Dukhan
An excerpt from The Anglo-American Cyclopaedia, volume XV:
The agriculture of Dukan was affected by its position on the salt marshes, resulting in a lack of cultivated fresh green vegetables.
The Exports of Kucina
An excerpt from The Anglo-American Cyclopaedia, volume XXVIII:
Kucina was a noted source of frankincense. Local poets often employed the olibanum trees as a metaphor for the city.
Terrain Map of the Silk Road
