
On the contrary, to his private estimation this whole expedition is an effrontery to his upbringing, belittling of his talents and skills. And yet, he himself do not see the importance of his mission. Tecpatl is one such man, a young promising nobleman, a talented warrior with much ambition and aspiration, a perfect choice.

It is a truly long way, and not a safe one, so guarding warriors would be usually sent to protect the traders delegation, to keep it safe.

Pochteca, the elite long-distance traders, are traveling far and wide, reaching as far as today’s Southwest and the lands ofĪnasazi, the ancient Pueblo People. It’s mid 14th century and the Tepanecs are growing as a regional power, expanding through military as much as through a dynamic trading net.
