Medieval M...: The Ismaili Assassins : A History Of

: The group emerged from a 1094 succession dispute within the Fatimid Caliphate in Egypt. Followers of the passed-over prince Nizar fled to Persia, where Hassan-i Sabbah organized them into a resilient state.

The , more accurately known as the Nizari Ismailis , were a secretive and militant branch of Shia Islam that maintained a network of mountain fortresses across Persia and Syria from 1090 to 1275. Under the leadership of their founder, Hassan-i Sabbah , this small but disciplined community utilized targeted political killings as a strategic tool to defend their autonomy against more powerful Sunni empires and invading Crusaders. Origins and Ideology The Ismaili assassins : a history of medieval m...

: Assassination was viewed as a holy act. The weapon of choice was a blessed dagger ; using poison or other methods was strictly forbidden. Surviving a mission was often considered a dishonor, as the Fedayeen were prepared for certain death. Centers of Power : The group emerged from a 1094 succession