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Yes, that's how it felt. I lost a lot of novels I had downloaded before: ebooks, scientific papers, even my unfinished thesis. They weren't really connected at all, since they're from two different periods, but I understand your point. Also, I appreciate the offer, but as I mentioned before, I generally have little time, and... to be honest, I'm embarrassed to talk to people online, haha. Just reading, commenting on, and critiquing the novel is enough for me. But I'll always try to reply to comments (even though you've experienced my delays, haha) if you want to ask anything. P.S. I'm not kidding about the embarrassment; imagine, I talked to a friend recently, after 6 YEARS, haha. PD2 The history of the Mongols would focus on 1250 (their expansion) or 1300 (their fragmentation). On the other hand, the clash between Rome and Africa could occur between the Kingdom of Kush in 300 (in decline) or the Kingdom of Aksum in 330 (growing, and the first Christian kingdom). [img=recommend][img=strong]

The first image shows the original Muisca territory and the neighboring Tairona to the north and Pijao to the south. Nyia and Umza, Chuta's wives, are from this region. The second image shows the first expansion of the Muisca, with the establishment of the central city and the first settlements.

I won't lie, I did lose some things, but the chapters and drafts, which were more important to me, I managed to upload two weeks before. Among the things I lost were: some historical notes I had prepared for future overarching plots, research that supported certain policies, technologies, and vital knowledge, and linguistic research on minor cultures in case I needed them for names or terms. However, what hurt the most was that I had all this material for other novels in the same saga. I lost it and I don't remember where I found it. It's not irretrievable, but I had made a lot of progress. Information, drafts, and even some chapters that were going to deal with the Mongols in their golden age. A good amount of information about a culture in India, and also an African culture that would clash with the Romans at their height. These are things I can recover, but with the little time I have (between work and the construction of the new house), I've honestly put it off. Finally, the truth is that if you've noticed changes (even though I've tried to hide them), it might be more due to my mental exhaustion... Or at least that's what I think. PS: As always, sorry for the long replies. [img=recommend][img=strong]

Hello. I'm truly sorry you felt that way. And I hope it doesn't diminish your appreciation for this story. The truth is, since my house burned down three months ago, I haven't had any time; I even went almost two months without posting. Now that I'm back, I've tried to maintain the pace and narrative of the story, even though many of my notes were lost along with my old computer. Generally, I address the most vital points, those that might affect the reading experience or perhaps cast doubt on my research, in the author's notes at the end of each chapter. This is due to a lack of time, and because I dedicate all my free time to the novel itself. And unfortunately, I neglect direct interaction. Despite that, I must say that I'm sure I answered your comment in one of these author's notes, specifically in chapter 164. In it, I mentioned that I was also surprised by the information. I'd looked into current productions and the number could be even more outrageous. P.S. I'm sorry again that you felt that way, and thank you for your support. [img=recommend][img=strong]

Hello. That's a good question, and it has two answers. First, through a kind of alliance and a way to forcibly integrate into the European sphere. Let me explain: in one or two generations, or even in the near future, it's possible that Suaza citizens could marry English people. Their children would have the opportunity to integrate into European societies as English citizens, and consequently bring the Suaza kingdom into the European sphere without wars or territorial occupations. Not to mention that strengthening England through marriage could help limit European influence in America. However, I'm clear that this could be counterproductive in the long run, since England would become too powerful. But as long as the kingdom fosters progress and progressive thinking, they should be at least one step ahead, otherwise we'll be accelerating a first world war. Second, Chuta can't take charge of all of America, nor can it limit the ambition of Europeans. Therefore, he has decided (not explicitly, but it has been evident in the later chapters) that he will 'guide' civilized and opportunistic colonizations in different areas of America. For example, England, just as it did in our story, will colonize part of North America. However, I want to clarify that it will be a joint effort, so they will try to reduce deaths from armed conflicts and ensure a significant portion of the culture resulting from this pro-Suaza colonization. By the way, I want to clarify that although English colonization didn't occur until much later, they were already undertaking voyages to North America. Furthermore, the first naval reforms began around the same time as the novel's present. [img=recommend][img=strong]

First, I agree with what you know or have researched about unity. However, I must clarify and agree that it only occurred in smaller social groups like tribes. I'm not saying it's not as you describe it, but rather emphasizing that it was specific to this type of social structure. Furthermore, I should add that it depended on the type of tribe, its sustenance, and way of life. From what I've researched, in nomadic, warlike tribes, or those whose livelihood depended on force, exile wasn't the worst punishment; slavery was. For serious crimes, the worst punishment was being relegated to a mere slave, simultaneously condemning one's family and descendants (in most cases) to the same fate. This connects to what you said, which is a very human and ancient attitude: 'to take advantage of any benefit for the tribe.' A man who could be forced into tasks that no one else wanted was very useful to everyone. On the other hand, regarding respect for elders and what exile meant for the guilty (not the elderly, hahaha) As I understand it, this was because most of these tribes passed down their knowledge and history orally. Therefore, the elders became orators, respected for all their wisdom. And in the case of criminals, as you said, exile erased their history within the tribe. Your children didn't tell stories about a criminal father, but about the one who took you in. Ultimately, the criminal was erased from history. Incredible, at least to me. One point where I disagree with you, not because I know something to contradict it, but simply because of logic, is that a criminal would request their own exile or death. I don't really know about that topic, and if it's true, it's unbelievable. In my opinion, men in general greatly value life. And logically speaking, if a criminal is condemned to death or exile (which was also likely death), he would ask to be a slave rather than beg for the death penalty. But as I said, this is just my perception; I don't know much about this. Going back to the beginning, to small social structures. I firmly believe, based on some historical records, that larger, more advanced social groups—towns, kingdoms, or empires—treated crimes very differently. Individual life was valued far less than collective life, so an exile or a dead person was, and is, just another number. The opposite is true in small, but equally advanced, villages, where everyone contributes. Punishments are mild, and only when the entire village unites against you (for a very serious crime) would you be punished. Furthermore, in these same situations, even with writing (at best), the importance of elders was diminished. They didn't keep records, and their knowledge was limited to mere anecdotes. Ultimately, in these cases, elders became a burden. You have a clear example of this in two societies from the same period: the Vikings and the French (descendants of Charlemagne). Both cultures treated their elders and criminals very differently. P.S. I'm very sorry for the delay. [img=recommend][img=strong]

Hahaha, I hope I can continue surprising you with extra chapters. You're absolutely right in your analysis. And above all, I loved the mention of the theme of unity and what humanity has achieved with it. I might add some revolutions to the list, and some giant mushrooms, hahaha. This is something that has been very difficult for me to develop as a writer, and it was also something I criticized in other authors, especially the Chinese (China Numba Wan). In this last year, I've spent at least a whole month (and I mean all 720 hours) researching the topic, technical and technological advances. And the truth is, only when I practiced building, manufacturing, or developing things on my own did I realize that a group of people, with just instructions, can achieve and learn great things. I have the example of the oven. In my country, especially in rural areas, we build clay ovens. And while researching a furnace capable of melting copper, or even bronze, I realized it wasn't difficult. With the bricks ready, we can have that kind of furnace built in a day and functional in a week (due to drying and sealing). And I'm not talking about using incredible tools to build it. Practically everything is done by hand. On the other hand, you've probably read the other chapters that followed this one. But I took special care to mention that the process was one of trial and error. Because even though Chuta 'knows' the process, as you said, he doesn't have enough practice, not to mention that at that time he was just a baby. Finally, I agree with your analysis of the unity and support Chuta has in his Kingdom. Yes, just as you say, he achieved everything because of that. He spread knowledge, fed the people, educated them, and cared for their health. All of this, combined with their experimental process, led them to reach that technological level in just 10 years. My only concern is the ships. But I have an answer for that too, hahaha. PS: I'm very sorry for the delay. [img=recommend][img=strong]