The empire of Shurima was once a vast, prosperous civilization spanning an enormous desert. After centuries of growth, the betrayal of its last emperor led to the empire's catastrophic fall, leaving only ruins and scattered survivors.

Today's Shurima consists mainly of nomadic tribes surviving around sparse oases and coastal regions. Some inhabitants guard small outposts, while others work as treasure hunters or mercenaries. The ancient empire's legacy lives on through myth and religion among its descendants.

Key historical periods:

• Westward Migration (6000-5000 BN)
• Golden Age (5000-3400 BN)
• Void War (2500-2000 BN)
• Fall of Shurima (2500-2000 BN)
• Great Darkin War (2000-550 BN)
• Rune Wars (25-3 BN)
• Revival of the Sun Disc (989 AN-Present)

Notable features:

• Capital: Originally Nerimazeth, now The Sun Disc
• Languages: Modern Shuriman, Piltovan, Targonian, Vastayan, Va-Nox
• Religions: Celestials, The Great Weaver, various historical deities
• Government: Historically ruled by emperors, now governed by various councils

Recent rumors speak of the ancient city of Shurima rising again, with tales of a golden warrior leading an army of sand. This resurrection has sparked both hope and concern throughout the region.

Notable Champions with Shuriman connections:

Current Shurimans:

• Azir - The resurrected emperor
• Kassadin - Void hunter searching for his daughter
• Kai'Sa - Survivor of Void corruption
• Malzahar - Former seer, now Void cult leader
• Samira - Born in Shurima, now Noxian

Historical Figures:

• Aatrox - Former Ascended warrior
• Rhaast - Former Ascended being
• Varus - Former Ascended searching for Darkin artifacts

Visitors and Allies:

• Ezreal - Discovered magical artifacts in Shuriman tombs
• Taliyah - Student of Yasuo
• Ryze - Ancient archmage searching for World Runes
• Yuumi - Searching for her master in the desert

The revival of Shurima marks a new chapter in Runeterra's history, with implications reaching far beyond its desert borders.

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