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Historical Era (Parthian & Sasanian)

Farrokh

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The Reign of Farrokhzad
From the ancient realm of Jahrom, Farrokhzad was summoned to assume the royal throne of Iran. Ascending the imperial seat, he offered his first prayers of praise to the Almighty Creator of goodness, proclaiming his intent to rule with righteousness. He declared himself the true scion of monarchs, desiring nothing in the realm save peace and safety for his subjects. He vowed that no evil-doer would prosper under his reign, and that those who pursued truth would be treasured as dearly as a pure soul.

Yet the wheel of fortune turned with ruthless swiftness. A mere month had passed upon the throne when treachery struck; a servant secretly laced the royal wine with deadly poison. Farrokhzad consumed the lethal cup and lingered for seven sorrowful days before passing away. With his death, the remaining fabric of the empire fractured, and enemies swarmed the land from every border—a solemn reflection on the fleeting nature of earthly power and the impermanence of mortal fortune.

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