8th century
The 8th century in Helerin was marked by the continued expansion and consolidation of the Thalissian Empire. Under strong leadership, the empire grew in influence and territory, asserting dominance over the archipelago.
This era saw the empire strengthen its internal structures, establish powerful military forces, and navigate complex alliances and rivalries, laying the groundwork for its future as a formidable power in the region. This century was crucial in shaping the political landscape of Helerin for centuries to come.
Preceded by: 7th century
Events
701-709
701
- Birth of Harmand of Forbin, brother of Bethin.
702
- Raiders from Mar Miskun pillage the southern coasts of Forbin. Torbas of Forbin is killed in battle (age 32) and is succeeded by his young daughter Bethin (age 3). A second guardianship ensues.
- Death of Varlonn I of Thalis (age 47). He is succeeded by his son Lassar I (age 17).
703
- Construction of Fort Hassar on the west coast of Mar Miskun.
710-719
711
- Birth of Varlonn II of Thalis.
- Birth of Eddis Perradan (Eddis the Mighty) in Irnassa.
714
- Construction of Fort Hayil.
720-729
722
- Emperor Lassar I of Thalis integrates Mar Miskun into the Thalissian administrative structure, establishing it as an imperial province governed directly from Thalis.
- Birth of the explorer Afrash Battana in Orbont.
727
- Founding of Curmon at the entrance to the Straits of Charthol.
730-739
731
- Nomadic Shanda of the Wailing Hills on Teros Minor – forcibly removed (many arrive at Tabann and build a settlement there).
737
- Bethin of Forbin is murdered (age 38), possibly on the orders of her brother Harmand, who succeeds her to the throne (age 36).
740-749
742
- Death of Lassar I of Thalis (age 57). He is succeeded by his son Varlonn II (age 31).
744
- Slaying of the Great Wyrm of the Dawnsreach by Eddis Parran.
750-759
752
- Building of the castle of the Lord Guardian of Bostin at Mintrass.
755
- The Thalissian Empire launches a military campaign against Teros Minor, successfully capturing the city of Elinann and establishing it as a key outpost.
759
- Building of the Halls of Frenar mausoleum at Argonsa.
760-769
760
- Birth of Lassar II of Thalis.
764
- Death of the adventurer Eddis Perradan.
767
- Building of great statue of Balcosh in Gilrimmon.
769
- Death of Harmand of Forbin (age 69) who is succeeded by his son Purland (age 34).
770-779
773
- Birth of Asandrin I of Forbin.
774
- Birth of Finnas of Forbin.
778
- Birth of the master jeweller, Hylir Tharnol in Nythralla.
780-789
783
- Afrash Battana attempts to build a settlement on the coast of the Thalis Plains. He and his crew are killed by nomadic tribespeople.
786
- Building of Temple of Jires in Hapros.
788
- Founding of Callason (later Five Swords) on Daros.
- Death of Varlonn II of Thalis (age 77). He is succeeded by his son Lassar II (age 28).
790-800
794
- Birth of Merris of Thalis.
795
- Building of the great lighthouse at Olbrint.
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