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^The year is 1200 B.C. The place is the Ancient Middle East. It's a time when four large
^empires are contending for dominance in the Eastern Mediterranean. Several of these
^cultures have existed for thousands of years, their power alternately rising and falling
^depending on the fortunes of their ruling dynasties. But now, something has changed.
^A combination of peoples in motion and an innovative new military technology have
^dramatically altered the old balance of power. It's the end of the Bronze Age and mighty
^empires are about to crumble! Will yours be one of them? The top contenders:
^
^ Egypt: A large empire, but diplomatic failures have cost them most of the Levant.
^ Babylon: An ancient culture, long past it's prime. Geography could be an ally.
^ Assyria: New, dynamic, an up-and-coming power. But a possible war on 3 fronts?
^ Hittites: Have just destroyed the rival Mitanni Empire. At the apex of their power. 
^ Sea Peoples: The greatest enigma of the Ancient World. And about to change everything!
^
^ Greeks: Young, small, out of the way. Not recommended for play.
^ Minor Powers: A group of small, widely separated kingdoms. Not historical to play.
^
^The Gods of War are thirsting for blood. Don't disappoint them!
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