Also known as the "Nizaris," their most important fortress was called Alamut. The Syrian branch was eventually subjugated by Baybars, while Hulagu Khan destroyed their Persian sect. Led by a man known as "the Old Man of the M
Also known as the "Nizaris," their most important fortress was called Alamut. The Syrian branch was eventually subjugated by Baybars, while Hulagu Khan destroyed their Persian sect. Led by a man known as "the Old Man of the Mountain," one of their most prominent enemiess was the vizier of Malik Shah, Nizam al-Mulk. They were organized by Hassan al-Shabbah into strict classes, the most important of which were the "devotees" who were treated to nights of great pleasure. For 10 points, identify this secret sect of optiate-abusing Ismaili warriors and masterful killers, whose name is now used to identify politically motivated murderers.
Also known as the "Nizaris," their most important fortress was called Alamut.
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