The Arrival of the Kalmyks

Thundering hooves resound across the plains as the Kalmyk tribesmen ride towards the camp. The Khan gracefully dismounts his small yet sturdy horse and holds out his arms to greet our envoy. He explains that he has led his entire tribe from the distant east in search of new lands to graze their livestock and live according to their customs.\nThe Khan believes he has found the perfect place to settle his tribe in the grasslands of Kuma. As rulers of Kuma, he offers his warriors in military service to our nation if we allow his people to rule this land autonomously. As he speaks, his face hardens and the Khan steps forward solemnly. He adds a warning before departing from the meeting; he cannot turn his tribe back now. If we do not accept his terms, we must face him in battle.