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Ruler King Aescwine Capital City Colchester Part Of Kingdom Of Essex Culture Saxon
  Essex is a Saxon kingdom carved from the Duchy of Caercolun by its King Aescwine. Extending from Colchester to the gates of London, it is a major threat to the capital of Logres. Contents
  1 Locations of Interest 2 History 2.1 485 2.2 486 2.3 487 2.4 496
  Locations of Interest
  Colchester: This once-grand city in Caercolun County was formerly the capital city of Roman Britain. Now it is a stop on the Royal Road, and the seat of one of the legates of the Supreme Collegium. Maldon: Once a thriving port city in Caercolun, now degrading under Saxon yoke. Chelmsford: A city on the Royal Road.
  History 485
  The Duchy of Caercolun is invaded by Saxons led by King Aethelswift with assistance from King Hengest. The fighting is fierce but the Saxons are victorious and take the city of Maldon. 486
  The fighting in Southern Caercolun continues, but the Saxons outnumber the Britons. Duke Lucius of Caercolun is ambushed and killed, marking the beginning of the kingdom of Essex. Despite the best attempts of Sir Brastias, the Saxons have carved apart another British duchy. 487
  Saxons of Essex raid the coast of Caercolun, establishing and fortifying their power as more warriors arrive. 496
  Aetheling Sledd of Essex arrives in Salisbury demanding tribute.
  Culture/Religion: Saxon/Saxon Pagan Not a Player Homeland East Saxony used to be the Cymric land of Caer Colun until it is conquered by the Saxons. Then it is an independent kingdom of East Saxony. It is then liberated by King Arthur, and called Essex. Places Chelmsford is a stop along the King's Road, a bridge across the Chelmer river. Colchester is a Roman city largely abandoned by the natives when under Saxon rule. Rulers 485-505 Ruler: King Aethelswith Vassal of: No one 505-518. Ruler: King Aescwine Vassal of: No one