Dividing the Lands (Part-5)
When Alexander announced the treasures he had up 'for sale', it naturally produced a torrent of rapacious cheers from all the victorious nobles present, who were excited with swirling trepidation by the prospect of all that could become theirs.
The list of rewards that the Pasha had for his nobles were vast, including all types of real estate in the countryside.
This ranged from various good, fertile farmsteads to wide open lush pastures perfect for animal husbandry.
From large lakes and ponds for fishing to sprawling plantations perfect for growing grapes or different kinds of dyes.
From pristine, immaculately cared for orchards to dirty, unclean marshes and wetlands used to grow papyrus.
Alexander's carving of Tibias included all of its beauty.
And the allure and value of these lands were determined using a variety of factors.