Islamic Empire History

In 750 AD there was a massive revolution in the middle eastern world. An Arabic Empire fell and the Abbasid Empire took its place. There was a change from an Arab-centric group to a more inclusive Islamic based identity. This is one of the periods that we have talked about as a possible historical anchoring point for our frame story.

I don't think we need to actually use the real historical figures or events, but can find inspiration from them to create our own ruler with his political troubles.

Here is a pdf of some pages from a history book that highlights that key juncture in history:

There are some very interesting characters among the first Caliphs of the new empire.

as-Saffah was the first Caliph for 4 years. - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/As-Saffah

His half brother Al-Mansur reigned for 20 years after. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Mansur

Al-Mahdi came third. Of particular interest is the account of his daughter Banuqa.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Mahdi