Talk:Zerrikania/@comment-35613875-20190414221423

Why is Zerrikania always mistaken for Zangwebar or Ophir?! The Zerrikan and Haaki cultures are both clearly inspired by the peoples of Central Asia :

- The Haaki seem to be the equivalent of the Mongols, their invasions in 1350 are reminiscent of those conducted by the Mongol hordes against Poland as well as other kingdoms of Eastern Europe during the 13th century.

- The Zerrikan would be inspired by some Turkish peoples, but going further back in time, we can see similarities between Zerrikan warrioress and Sarmatian women, the latter enjoyed an important role in their society either as a warrior or as a queen and guess what, these are the women who gave birth to the legend of the Amazons. On top of that, in the novel "The Bounds of Reason", Tea and Vea both Zerrikan serving Borch Three Jackdaws are described as having blond hair, it's a very common physical trait among the people of Central Asia just as much as light eyes.

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