The emirate of Matidja-al-Chalef would be a prosperous emirate, if not for its constant political instability. A border emirate, it has traditionally been a “barrier” which defended the Land of Sands from its southern neighbors, the country of Kazarun. Thus, there is a tradition of warrior tribes that is very useful in times of war, but problematic since peace was made with Kazarun around twenty years ago. There is no strong central power in the emirate of Matidja-al-Chalef, and the Emir, himself barely stronger than some of the other tribal leaders in the region, must deal with vassals constantly looking for belligerents.

emirate of Matidja-al-Chalef - A few years ago, a rebellion formed in the emirate of Matidja-al-Chalef. Several tribal leaders banded together to gather an army under the pretext of unrest from the neighboring country of Kazarun and a possible threat of invasion from the Land of Sands. However, Kazarun was very peaceful at this time and was rather worried about this military gathering. The leaders of the rebel army actually intended to overthrow the Sultan's order in their country and undoubtedly then challenge his authority.

However, a Janissary dispatched to the site, Jazzaar Hezaam Al-Maqad, realized the subterfuge and revealed the position of the army to the enemy, who was able to attack it during the night and eliminate it. In this way, Jazzaar Hezaam Al-Maqad “single-handedly” put an end to an internal revolt and was therefore appointed advisor to the Sultan. Following these events, the Sultan placed his nephew at the head of the emirate, and the latter reigns ruthlessly over the tribes of the region, supported by the royal troops.