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Murong Shuluogan (Wuyin Qaghan)

Qaghan

Born
Unknown
Died
417 AD
Reigned
405–417 AD
Khanate
Tuyuhun Kingdom

Overview

Murong Shuluogan is the first ruler of the Tuyuhun recorded with the title qaghan: the Chinese sources call him Wuyin Kehan, and he also styled himself Da Chanyu. He ruled a growing realm among the Qiang and Xianbei peoples of the Qinghai region.

Rise to Power

He succeeded his uncle Wugeti around 405.

Rule and Achievements

  • Took the titles Wuyin Qaghan and Da Chanyu
  • Fought the neighbouring Western Qin state of the Qifu Xianbei

Legacy

The record of his reign is thin. He died in 417 after defeats by the Western Qin. His successors used the titles of king or prince granted by the Chinese courts until Kualü took the qaghan title again.

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