Tribute

In 1293 Kublai Khan sent a fleet of 1000 ships and 20-30 thousand men under the command of Orlok Shihpi to Java. Their mission, to gather tribute and punish a recalcitrant king who three years earlier cut off the ears of Kublai's envoy.

But on arrival Shihpi discovers that the king is dead and Wijaya, a rival for the throne, offers him an alliance and tribute for the Khan in return for aid in defeating his enemies. Shihpi agrees, but once the battle is over Wijaya reneges on his promises, at...