Hokubu March

The military campaign by Imperial Kyama that lead to the forceful assimilation the Yoru clans.

The Conflict

Prelude

Tensions had long since been building between between Imperial authorities and Yoru clans as the former sought to assimilate the latter in their campaign to unify Kyama.
Matters reached a breaking point with the Northern Plague and the subsequent blame for it being placed on the Yoru.

Deployment

Under the premise of reprising against an attack on their people, Imperial forces crossed the Shain river into the mountainous forests of northern Kyama.

The Engagement

The march was typically a series of skirmishes between Imperial soldiers and Yoru hunters of the nearby villages. 
The Yoru relied on guerilla tactics, often using their familiarity with the local land and geography to their advantage. However, their knowledge could only do so much against the superior numbers and weapons the Imperial forces boasted.

Outcome

The march served as the instrument by which the Yoru clans and territories were assimilated into Imperial Kyama. Those who weren't assimilated were forced to flee to the mainland in the hopes of escaping oppression there.

Aftermath

With the Yoru assimilated and their land annexed, Kyama was able to enjoy free access to the territory and the resources found within. 
As for the Yoru, laws were soon passed limiting their ability to practice their culture and strong arm them into adopting Imerial traditions over their own. This has since lead to a number of Yoru customs being lost to time.

Historical Significance

Legacy

For the patriotic of Kyama, the march is seen as a great victory in their country's unification.
For the Yoru and those who sympathize with them, the campaign was defeat that desimated their people.

In Literature

Books and plays about the campaign often speak favorably of the march, often depicting the Imperial forces as bringers of justice against the dastardly Yoru.

Conflict Type

Military Campaign

Battlefield Type

Land