khanates

Traditionally, their loyalty was ensured by the corps’ diverse composition and the fact its members have been drawn from the sons and brothers of his senior commanders. Later, its members swore absolute loyalty to the Khan in return for specific favours when it came to war booty. In addition, many of its members also acquired significant administrative functions in conquered territories. Australian researchers claimed he hid his impending death to preserve up Mongolian morale, leading to rumors of infection or victoriously falling in battle. One legend even dared claim a warrior princess castrated Khan and watched him bleed to death....