New Han Dynasty 1834

At the end of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty, a foolish emperor held power, treacherous officials seized authority, and the people suffered greatly from exorbitant taxes and levies. The White Lotus sect of Sichuan and Hubei, driven to desperation, first raised the banner of rebellion against the Qing. Our Taizu Emperor rose to power in Shangqiu, Henan, and ascended the throne in Dingtao, Shandong, establishing the reign title Xinghan. He appointed officials, equalized land distribution, and waged wars east and west for over ten years, ultimately destroying the Qing Dynasty, cleansing the land, expelling the barbarians, and restoring China. For another ten years, he continued his campaigns to civilize and subjugate the barbarians, bringing peace and prosperity to the land. Taizu's surname was Liu, and his given name was Desheng. Some say he was a descendant of Emperor Gaozu of Han, a prophecy that, after two thousand years, finally came true for him. Emperor Taizong was benevolent and loved his people, wise and capable, but unfortunately, he died young after only a year on the throne. The current emperor, Yulong, ascended the throne at the young age of eighteen. A young emperor ruling the world—what will become of the nation? Let us observe.