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252: Genghis Khan 2: The Coat Khan and a Wife Named Borte

Feb 6, 2024
Explore the origins and childhood of Genghis Khan, including family dynamics, divine origins, betrayal, tribal marriages, brotherly betrayal, and the violent persona of Genghis Khan. Also, a new Patreon feature allows subscribers to ask the Oracle of Delphi for advice.
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Quick takeaways

  • Temujin's resourcefulness and belief in divine signs shape his fate and resilience against challenges.
  • Clan dynamics like mysterious pregnancies and family divisions play a crucial role in Temujin's upbringing and struggles.

Deep dives

The Origins of Genghis Khan

Graywolf, born with a destiny, has children with Falo-Doe. Generations later, characters like Dua the One-Eyed and Doban the Marksman emerge. Doban's sons suspect foul play when their mother bears more children. Alan the Fair explains mysterious pregnancies, leading to a divided family.

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