Reborn as a Useless Emperor

The Story

Tang Emperor Li Shimin’s consciousness awakens within the body of Ming Emperor Kieran Sterling. He immediately reverses the dynasty’s declining trajectory to forge a new golden age. On the battlefield, he crushes the Oirats and subdues the Jurchens. He advances military technology by developing firearms and rebuilds Zheng He’s Treasure Ships to lift the sea ban, reopening the Maritime Silk Road. His expansion continues as he reclaims Annam and conquers the Chagatai region to establish its Protectorate. He also forces the Timurid Empire into vassalage, opening the overland Silk Road. Back home, he promotes potato cultivation, tames the Yellow River, and imposes taxes on the gentry.