Saladın: The Conqueror of Jerusalem (2023)

1. Bölüm

In the 12th century during the Crusader invasions, Saladin, raised with a commitment to justice and the freedom of Jerusalem, leads the Serhad Ghazis against the Knights Templar besieging Ascalan, a key city for Jerusalem's defense. Despite the state council's refusal, Saladin defies orders to aid Ascalan, facing both external enemies and internal conflicts. Amidst the chaos, a love blossoms between Saladin and Süreyya, the daughter of Ascalan's Emir. As they navigate their forbidden romance and the challenges of war, the question remains:

2. Bölüm

Turanşah's wrong decision changed the course of the war and brought Şehinşah to the brink of death. While the events in Asqalan caused chaos in the Zengi State, the security of the Pilgrimage Route was also endangered. While this incident causes Selahaddin to be tried in the court, it also progresses towards revealing the big secret. The people of Ascalan will blame Saladin for the loss they suffered and call the Zengis to account. Saladin will struggle under the pressure of the members of the council on the one hand and the people of Ascalan on the other. He now has to act more strategically as he continues his fight against the Crusaders. But Saladin was in big trouble with the state court before the Crusaders. Because he went to Askalan despite the negative decision of the court. He will now be tried for violating the court decision.

3. Bölüm

Saladin gained a powerful trump card in his fight against the Crusaders and captured Victoria and the Grand Master. However, during the exchange he plans to make for Askalan, an unexpected event occurs and the security of the Pilgrimage Road is endangered. This incident, which puts Saladin in a very difficult situation, causes him to face reactions from both Sultan Nureddin and Süreyya. On the other hand, the fact that Gabriel is aware of Saladin's moves indicates that there is a traitor in the palace. In the midst of all these crises, Saladin will need to both keep the captives and reveal the traitor inside. He takes action and puts forward a risky plan to achieve these goals. But the real betrayal will come from a place he never expected, and as a result, Sultan Nureddin will be assassinated.

4. Bölüm

Süreyya's unexpected betrayal both ambushed Saladin and caused the captives to escape. Sultan Nureddin was also seriously injured and underwent surgery, leaving him in a life-and-death struggle. While Nusreddin, who shot the Sultan, put all the blame on Turanşah, who was wanted as a traitor; He holds Saladin responsible for what happened. Not only does he lock Seahaddin and his companions in a dungeon to prevent the captives from chasing him, he also declares himself the regent of the throne. The state is now under his rule. From now on, he will withdraw from Ascalan and give up the issue of captives

5. Bölüm

Gabriel, who conquered Ascalan and caused great suffering to Muslims, died in a duel with Saladin. Nureddin, who came back to life, is very angry. He takes action to punish those who caused this and accuses Nusreddin of being a traitor and decides to execute him. As Victoria continues to escape, Saladin must catch them before the Crusaders. But Victoria falls into the hands of an unexpected person and all balances are turned upside down. On the other hand, another difficult obstacle awaits Saladin: A wild warrior named Gregor has sworn to avenge his older brother Gabriel. In response to the atrocities committed by Gregor, Sultan Nureddin and Saladin decide to besiege Askalan. But this will not be easy.

6. Bölüm

Nusreddin came to the palace unexpectedly and told Sultan Nureddin that he had learned that Saladin was not his real son. Saladin saved the captives from Gregor. Now it is time to conquer Ascalan with the participation of Sultan Nureddin. But Sultan Nureddin, whom Nusreddin threatens to reveal the secret, cannot go to the siege. This situation causes a harsh conflict on the front of Saladin and Sultan Nureddin. Gregor, who is fully vengeful towards Saladin, takes action immediately and kills the Alps and Halil that Saladin had rescued from captivity in a brutal move. Halil's death was met with great pain and anger in the Askalan tribe. In response to Gregor's action, Saladin virtually declares war. Nureddin is clear in his decision. He will not act without establishing unity with Muslim Gentlemen. Father and son come to a serious crossroads at this point, and Saladin sets out to fight alone.

7. Bölüm

Saladin and his companions engaged in a bloody war with Gregor and his strongest men. Saladin is about to defeat Gregor and take Ascalan, but the assassination of the Turkmen lords in the palace turns everything upside down. The tribes, who were summoned to form unity against the Crusaders, now drew their swords for revenge and stood against Sultan Nureddin. Faced with this great danger, Saladin begins to search for those responsible for the assassination that took place in the palace. A very secret and dangerous organization that has been sleeping for a long time has awakened again under the leadership of the Lord of the Mountain, and intends to end the peace among Muslims forever with the assassinations they carry out by hiding in the shadows! Saladin rolls up his sleeves to find the traitors who have infiltrated the deepest parts of the palace and the camps, on a path full of traps at every step, and reach the Lord of the Mountain.

8. Bölüm

Falling into the trap set by the Lord of the Mountain, Saladin was caught by Nusreddin with Izzeddin's corpse. While Sultan Nureddin was fighting sword with Böriler, he unexpectedly appeared as the Lord of the Mountain "Rashidüddin Sinan". While Selahaddin is arrested and taken to the palace to be tried, he escapes from Nusreddin's hands and goes after Reyhani to foil the game set on the state through him. He will not return without revealing the truth at all costs. Sultan Nureddin knows that Böriler will not be stopped any longer. In order not to shed brother's blood, he makes a decision that shocks everyone and takes İsmet Hatun as a prisoner and takes her to the palace. This move of Sultan Nureddin for unity will confuse the whole palace, especially Melike Hatun.

9. Bölüm

Selahaddin, with the aid of Reyhani's capture and execution for being an Assassin, learns the truth from Sultan Nureddin: he is not Nureddin's son, but rather Ayyub's. This revelation shatters Saladin, leading him to sever ties with Nureddin and his supposed family, feeling betrayed by the lies he's lived. Determined to pursue the Jerusalem cause alone, Saladin embarks on a new path. Meanwhile, Nusreddin, disillusioned after losing his secret, joins forces with Gregor and Victoria under Sinan's guidance, rebelling against Sultan Nureddin. Nusreddin declares himself sultan in Ascalan, dividing the Zengian state, and inciting tribes like Karategin to revolt against Nureddin, leaving the state in unprecedented peril.

10. Bölüm

Saladin falls into Gabriel's trap and sustains mortal wounds from Gabriel and Gregor. Sultan Nureddin quashes the threat of state division by eliminating his rebellious brother, Nusreddin. Believing there are no obstacles to his march on Ascalan, Sultan Nureddin postpones the conquest upon learning of Saladin's demise. Upon arriving at Saladin's headquarters, he is shocked to find Saladin dead, plunging both him and the Ayyubid family into profound grief. While Damascus mourns its hero, the Crusaders celebrate victory. Sultan Nureddin vows to avenge Saladin's death by conquering Ascalan. However, Eyyub's unexpected arrival sows doubt in their minds, raising the possibility that Saladin may still be alive and mobilizing everyone.

11. Bölüm

An unexpected miracle happened and Saladin, whom Karategin saved, was found safe and sound. Gabriel, who wanted to complete the job he left unfinished and kill Selahaddin, was caught by Selahaddin's comrades and his older brother Turanşah. Now Saladin will revolt and the conquest of Ascalan will take place. Gabriel will get what he deserves and will answer for what he did to Saladin. However, suddenly the Lord of the Mountain appears and saves Gabriel from the circle of death he fell into. Even though Saladin is dying to conquer Ascalan, there is only one thing on his mind... Süreyya... Süreyya is in captivity in the hands of his enemies in Ascalan. Moreover, they use him as a trump card to prevent the siege of Askalan. While Sultan Nureddin, who wants to put an end to blasphemy, is preparing his army for a siege, on the other hand, Saladin will race against time and throw himself into danger to save Süreyya from the clutches of death.

12. Bölüm

Saladin and Süreyya are entrusted with the administration of Ascalan by Sultan Nureddin, marking the beginning of new conquests for the Zengis under Saladin's leadership as "Emir Saladin." However, Gaza faces an unexpected disaster as Abram, a wealthy Jewish figure, leads a massive Crusader army to massacre Muslims. Selahaddin anticipates the impending massacre and acts to protect the people of Gaza, but Melik Mevdud, known as the "Tiger of Mosul," disrupts Selahaddin and Nureddin's plans by arriving in Ascalan.

13. Bölüm

Saladin, captured while trying to save his people, remains silent under torture, determined to protect his secrets. Avram seeks these secrets to neutralize the Zengi State and establish his own kingdom, while Gregor threatens to destroy Saladin's tribe if he doesn't comply. Sultan Nureddin faces a dilemma: save Saladin and risk his tribe, or let Saladin perish to preserve the state. Meanwhile, Mevdud manipulates events to thwart Saladin's tribe and continues his schemes through Karategin. The Ayyubids defend their camp against Mevdud and prepare for potential Crusader attacks, risking everything to safeguard their people and legacy.

14. Bölüm

Avram and Gregor conspire against Saladin, but Saladin escapes with the help of allies. Gregor considers a peace treaty proposed by Melik Mevdud, which would abolish Saladin's tribe, but Saladin interrupts negotiations. Sultan Nureddin warns Saladin against endangering the tribe or his state.

15. Bölüm

Abram caused Saladin to fall into the death trap he set, and Gregor surrounded Saladin's camp and took action to massacre the people in the camp. While Avram thinks he has captured Saladin, Saladin and his men stand up and start fighting, and he escapes from this battle with the help of the Secrets. Gregor, who took action to attack the Oba, is confronted by the Zengi army while he was about to attack the Oba. Moreover, Melik Mevdud is the leader of the army. Melik Mevdud offers an offer to Gregor, who resists raiding the camp.

16. Bölüm

Gregor raided Saladin's camp and took the entire tribe into captivity. Learning this, Selahaddin took action to save his tribe, but Melik Mevdud appeared before him and Selahaddin and Melik Mevdud came to blows. Sultan Nureddin was caught in the middle of the assassins. Selahaddin asks Melik Mevdud to get out of his way for the sake of his tribe. His only concern is to get the chest and solve all the issues before Sultan Nureddin comes. Realizing that Melik Mevdud will not retreat, Selahaddin escapes from Mevdud's grasp with one last move. Now he is both a fugitive from the state and his tribe is under great captivity and oppression.

17. Bölüm

aladin took action to save his tribe, which was occupied by Gregor, and managed to infiltrate the tribe by pretending to be captured. Avram, who met with Mevdud to take back the ark of the covenant, was cornered by Mevdud. Confronted with Saladin, Gregor escapes from the camp with a heavy defeat. Mevdud not only spoils Avram's game, but also confiscates the gold and releases Avram. While Saladin, who saved his tribe, was about to start preparations for the conquest of Gaza, he was once again shocked by a decision made by Mawdud. Mevdud, who cannot stomach the increasing rise of Selahaddin, appoints Karategin as the head of Selahaddin's tribe. While Selahaddin never accepts this situation, tensions arise between Karategin and Selahaddin, who come face to face again.

18. Bölüm

Despite his serious wounds, Saladin jumps into the river after Sultan Nureddin. The news that Sultan Nureddin fell into the river with a serious wound created a bombshell effect in the palace. Meanwhile, Mevdud takes action and searches are carried out in the place where Nureddin disappeared. Although Saladin managed to get out of the river he fell into, he was seriously injured. Despite everything, he sets out to search for Nureddin.

19. Bölüm

Saladin and Sultan Nureddin, who are in the middle of a large crusader army, resist them fearlessly, with the arrival of Ömer Mella, all the cards pass to Saladin. While Ömer Mella and Selahaddin's plan saves them from this circle of death, Victoria goes crazy. She has lost once again. Mevdud, who took control in Nureddin's absence and declared his sultanate, passes judgment on Shirkuh and Isfahani, especially Melike Hatun, who opposed him. Melike will be exiled from the palace, and Shirkuh and Isfahani will be executed. Sultan Nureddin's return to the palace at the moment of execution creates a shock effect. Sultan Nureddin very harshly demands an accounting from Mevdud and Melike, who caused chaos in his absence and put the state in a difficult situation.

20. Bölüm

Saladin killed Gregor and turned towards Gaza, causing Abram to put his other plan into action, and Bloody Bernard, whom Abram called, spread terror as soon as he arrived and not only brought Saladin face to face with death, but also captured Damascus. Taking action to save Saladin, Sultan Nureddin manages to save first Saladin's men and then Saladin himself. While Sultan Nureddin and Saladin take action to save Damascus, which was terrorized by the Crusaders, they receive the news that Damascus has fallen. Moreover, Süreyya, Melike, İsmet, İlbüke, Rabia and Isfahani are captives in the hands of the Crusaders.

21. Bölüm

Saladin, in collaboration with Sultan Nureddin, orchestrates a plan to infiltrate Damascus and succeeds in opening its gates. Shirkuh, poised to attack, is thwarted by Mawdud, complicating Nureddin's position. With Karategin's timely assistance, Nureddin escapes from Bernard and the Crusaders. Simultaneously, Saladin saves Süreyya and Rabia from Victoria and the Crusaders. Learning of Mawdud's betrayal, Nureddin faces further challenges as Damascus, fortified by Bernard, prepares for war. Saladin, familiar with Damascus, devises a strategy with Nureddin to reclaim the city. The sudden arrival of Seljuk Melik Dolat disrupts their plans, introducing new obstacles and turning their struggle into a power contest between Nureddin and Mevdud. The critical questions now are whether Nureddin can defeat Mevdud and whether Saladin can restore Damascus from Bernard's ruinous grasp.

22. Bölüm

Sultan Nureddin captures and punishes his treacherous brother, Mevdud, but spares his life due to their mother, Kutlu Hatun's, intervention. With Karategin's support, Saladin seizes Damascus and executes Avram for his crimes. Dolat, furious at Saladin's victory and Karategin's assistance, plans to retaliate by bringing an army from Anatolia, led by his son Iltutmish, to strengthen his hold in Zengi Lands. This tension strains Dolat's relationship with Nureddin. Seizing this conflict, Bernard enacts a plan to deepen hostilities between the Zengi and Seljuk states, aiming to ally with Dolat. The unfolding conflict raises critical questions: Can Nureddin counter Dolat's war declaration? Will Kutlu Hatun's influence shift palace dynamics? Can Saladin outmaneuver Bernard and quell the brewing discord between the Seljuk and Zengi states while advancing towards Gaza?

23. Bölüm

Amid the brewing war between the Zengid and Seljuk States, Saladin seeks to capture Bernard and prove his guilt in Iltutmish's murder by infiltrating Bernard and Victoria's wedding. Chaos ensues, but Dolat intervenes just as Saladin is about to capture Bernard. Dolat, suspecting betrayal, detains both Saladin and Karategin. With Saladin in Dolat's hands and Melike also captured, Sultan Nureddin must act quickly. Saladin proposes a plan to counter Dolat's actions, which Nureddin conveys to his state leaders. They seek time to deliberate on allegiance, knowing Saladin's execution would spark war. Meanwhile, Bernard plots to expedite Saladin's execution to ignite conflict. The unfolding drama hinges on whether Nureddin and Saladin can expose Bernard as Iltutmish's murderer and avert disaster.

24. Bölüm

Saladin captures Mawdud and nearly confronts Bernard, but Bernard escapes. Saladin tries to stop Dolat by making Mawdud confess his crimes, but Dolat dismisses the confession and demands war. As tensions rise, Karategin arrives with Gerard, providing evidence that Bernard killed Iltutmish. This revelation redirects Dolat's anger toward Bernard, neutralizing him as a threat for the moment. Saladin and Nureddin then head toward Gaza. Victoria, anticipating Dolat's hostility, gives Gaza to Dolat, making him Saladin's enemy once more. Key questions now are whether Dolat will exact revenge on Bernard, how Bernard will reclaim Gaza, what Nureddin will do with Mawdud, and whether Saladin can overcome Bernard's schemes and conquer Gaza.

25. Bölüm

Saladin and Nureddin, rallying the Turkmen Beys under the Zengid Banner, successfully conquer Gaza. Bernard, sentenced to death by the Papacy for losing Gaza, escapes and devises new plans. Queen Victoria attempts to secure peace with the Zengids, fearing for Jerusalem, but Bernard thwarts her efforts. Enraged, Melik Arslanshah arrives in Zengid Lands, aiming to dominate Nureddin and his beys, but Nureddin opposes him, leading to heightened tensions and danger. Bernard, driven by revenge, launches a large crusader army from Tripoli, maintaining an alliance with the Fatimids, and attacks the Zengids. The unfolding questions are whether Bernard will succeed in his vengeful plans, how Saladin will counter his strategies, what actions Arslanshah will take to undermine the Zengids, and if Saladin and Nureddin can withstand these pressures and continue their sacred march towards Jerusalem.

26. Bölüm

Saladin kills Mülhem to avenge Süreyya but runs into trouble when Temur's rescue attempt backfires, leading Bernard to recapture the beys and Karategin. This brings Arslanshah, Nureddin, and Saladin into conflict. Arslanshah, angry and blaming Nureddin, gathers soldiers against the Zengid State. Bernard demands Gaza for the beys' release, but Nureddin refuses. Determined, Arslanshah starts a siege on Gaza. Meanwhile, Karategin tries to escape Bernard's clutches. The stakes are high: Can Saladin free the captive lords? Will the Islamic Union survive Arslanshah's actions? And can Nureddin keep hold of Gaza, a symbol of their hard-fought victories?

27. Bölüm

Saladin saves Karategin and the beys, but Karategin is betrayed, shot, and falls off a cliff. Saladin pursues the assailants while Bernard aims to find them first. The escaped beys encounter Arslanshah, who manipulates them against the Zengids, blaming Saladin and Nureddin for Karategin's supposed death. Arslanshah seeks to lead the beys in a war against the Zengids. Saladin and Nureddin strive to expose Arslanshah’s true motives by finding Karategin, who may still be alive. The tension builds around whether Arslanshah can rally a war against the Zengids, what Bernard's next move will be, if Nureddin can reunite the Islamic Union, and if Saladin can uncover the truth about the attack on Karategin and dismantle Arslanshah’s scheme.

28. Bölüm - Sezon Finali

Sultan Nureddin faces a potential war due to Arslanshah's manipulations. Saladin and his Ghazis find Karategin amidst Maral's traps, but thanks to Ömer Mella, they rescue him. Nureddin aims to prevent bloodshed, but Arslanshah opposes him, cornered when Karategin returns unharmed. Bernard’s scheme sees Temur falsely denying shooting Karategin, leaving the beys indecisive and not uniting with either side. This disunity weakens the Zengis and allows Bernard to make a move on Gaza. Saladin must convince the beys to stay unified and take action against Jerusalem. Key questions arise: Can Saladin thwart Bernard? Will the Muslims reunite? Can Arslanshah’s true nature be exposed, and what challenges will Saladin and Nureddin face in their quest for Jerusalem?

29. Bölüm

Saladin, struggling to survive in a well, is inadvertently found by Lord Balian, who is returning after visiting his dying brother, Hugh, in Ibelin. Meanwhile, Sultan Nureddin is distressed by Saladin’s absence from Damascus and considers supporting Şaver against Dırgam after consulting with Kadı Fazıl from Egypt's Construction Council. In Jerusalem, King Amalrik prepares for his coronation while in Egypt, Vizier Dırgam prepares for the Nile Festival, secretly admiring Şemse. Count Miles of Kerak departs for Egypt, leaving his wife, Countess Mila. Nureddin travels to Jerusalem to query King Amalric about Saladin's disappearance. When Karategin informs Shirkuh, Shaver, and Yaruki that Saladin is in Cairo, their plans for Egypt are altered.

30. Bölüm

Saladin, enduring many hardships for Jerusalem, finds solace in the voice of Şemse, who stops a fierce battle between him and Balian with her singing. Şemse breaks her oath for silence at Kadı Fazıl's request, saving Saladin and Balian from Vizier Dırgam's wrath. Kadı Fazıl, with Karategin and Yaruki, aims to save Saladin from the slave trader Elyesa. Count Hugh, protector of Ibelin, entrusts his last wish to Lord Giyom. Count Miles of Kerak, who trapped Saladin, ultimately leaves his fate in Saladin's hands. King Amalric, masking ambition with peace, ignores Miles' funeral, leading Miles' widow Mila to vow revenge with Cemşit's help. Kadı Fazıl, battling with words, enlists Şemse to join a scheme on the Nile. Şemse, amazed at seeing a dream figure in reality, ponders if she will fall for Saladin. Saladin, with loyal followers, shifts Egypt's balance, affecting Shaver and Dırgam's fates. The Nile becomes a metaphorical stage, deciding who rises and falls.

31. Bölüm

Sultan Nureddin plans to make King Amalric pay for his Egyptian plot by capturing Bakras Castle, a key Templar base, with Yaruki and Mevdud leading the mission. Balian learns of Hugh's last wish and undertakes a perilous mission that brings him and Saladin together again, along with Doctor Latif, Halil, and Şemse. Mila, seeking revenge, hides in the bazaar after assassinating Saladin's trapper. Şaver, supported by Zangi, continues his schemes with Cevher. Ambitious knight Guy and William, a key Crusader policy maker, unite to enact their plans for the Ibelin countship. Chatillon, released by King Amalric despite his past cruelty, reenters the scene. The central conflict is whether the Templars will follow Nureddin Zengi’s orders or Hugh’s dying wish.

32. Bölüm

Yaruki and Mevdud, assigned by Sultan Nureddin to conquer Bakras Castle, face an unexpected event that angers the Sultan, leading to severe repercussions for those involved. Giyom, visiting Bakras Castle without King Amalrik's permission, confronts Guy due to the events there. Upon returning to Jerusalem, he's accused by the King of stealing the Kingdom's money and is harshly punished. Balian, after leaving Bakras, bids farewell to Saladin and returns to Ibelin to visit his brother's grave, planning to return to France. An unexpected sight challenges his resolve, but he remains determined despite his loved ones' wishes. Saladin returns to Cairo with Şemse, Latif, and Halil. Though their initial goal may be achieved, their return leads them into a chaotic vortex of events. Saladin, working with Kadı Fazıl, encounters unforeseen challenges and people.

33. Bölüm

Emir Saladin seeks the arrow shot in Cairo while Kadı Fazıl, shielding himself from the Egyptian vizier, is worried. Vizier Shaver, trying to repay a debt to Nureddin Zengi, incites people against the Zengis by having Commander Mahmud hanged. Saladin aims to expose Shaver's lies. Sultan Nureddin, aware the path to Jerusalem goes through Cairo, seeks answers for the recent defeat. Giyom faces trial for his sins in Bakras, while Sibylla, Guy, and William react differently to the court proceedings. Mila whispers the truth about Egypt's mysteries to Saladin. Şemse arrives in Jerusalem, finding a trace of his mother. King Amalrik is making a critical decision: whether Ibelin will fall to the treacherous Chatillon or principled Balian.

34. Bölüm

Before Nureddin could reunite with Saladin, Saladin was again called to Egypt. Cathillon sought to disrupt the peace between Nureddin and Amalric by inciting discord in Gaza. The attack on Gaza, which houses the tomb of Sayyid Hashim bin Abdumanaf, altered Saladin's plans. Saladin sought the perpetrators, and King Amalric sent Balian to Gaza, bringing them together. Karategin, who went to assist Saladin, faced haunting memories. The identities behind the Gaza massacre and Karategin's secret remain unknown. Şemse is close to finding his mother in Damascus. Saladin, seeking revenge, aims to uncover those responsible for the discord.

35. Bölüm

Saladin and Balian are shocked upon learning the true mastermind behind the Gaza raid. Chatillon and Guy's scheme causes Saladin to distrust Balian. Vizier Shawar, seeking to bolster his power in Egypt, allies with King Amalric, who sees an opportunity amid Jerusalem's wheat shortage. This alliance threatens the Zengid. Saladin heads to Egypt with a plan, while Balian arrives ahead of him, setting the stage for possible conflict or cooperation. Samse uncovers a crucial secret about her mother with Saladin's help, potentially influencing her relationship with Saladin. Karategin, affected by the Gaza raid, embarks on a personal journey to find answers. The power struggle between Sultan Nureddin and King Amalric over control of trade routes intensifies, with the outcome uncertain.

36. Bölüm

Balian, sent by Amalric to establish a Crusader presence in Cairo, is captured by Emir Saladin. King Amalric, enraged by the security breach in Jerusalem and Balian's capture, enlists Chatillon. For Nureddin, it's now time to conquer Egypt. Chatillon, planning to destroy Saladin, benefits from a secret revealed by Mila, who infiltrates Cairo disguised as a Muslim, challenging Saladin and Şemse. Guy exploits Jerusalem's wheat crisis for his gain, plotting through Sibylla to clear his path to the kingdom. Questions remain about Mila's scheme, the fate of Saladin and Şemse's relationship, Shaver's activities in Cairo, and Saladin's potential conquest of Egypt with Nureddin's army.

37. Bölüm

As King Amalric's army nears Cairo, Emir Saladin confronts him with a small force, releasing Balian to join his side. Karategin cures the poisoned troops of Shirkuh and Yaruki, bringing them to Cairo. Amalric expects an easy victory, but news of Nureddin Zengi's march on Harim forces the Crusaders to withdraw, leaving Shawar trapped as Saladin and Shirkuh advance on the vizier's palace. The vacant vizier's throne causes turmoil in Egypt, with the Caliph having other plans. Conflict arises over the Crusader spoils between Yaruki and Saladin. Balian is distressed over Giom's death, with William, Balian, and Sibylla seeking clues. Shawar's fate is uncertain as his son Kamil pleads for mercy. Shirkuh aims to calm Cairo and prevent chaos while seizing the throne, facing potential obstacles.

38. Bölüm

After his uncle Emir Shirkuh al-Mansur's death, Saladin becomes vizier of Egypt, establishing the Tribunal of Mezalim to address Egypt's issues. Şemse questions the verdict given to Mila, blamed for Gülçehre's death. Sultan Nureddin targets Kerek and orders Countess Mila brought to Damascus, deepening her resentment towards Saladin. King Amalric plans to teach Sultan Nureddin a harsh lesson. Ibelin's control is contested between Chatillon, backed by King Amalric, and Balian, supported by his people. Saladin, facing opposition from the Egyptian elite, demands the Caliph's wealth for the people's welfare, giving the Caliph two days. Saladin's stance on Kerak and Ibelin angers Sultan Nureddin. Saladin aims to present Chatillon's head to Sultan Nureddin in Damascus, despite the challenges ahead.

39. Bölüm

Saladin sets out to save Kerak and Countess Mila from Chatillon but is blocked by Yaruki under Sultan Nureddin's orders. His issues in Damascus accumulate. King Amalric closes Jerusalem's ports, isolating Balian, who seeks Sultan Nureddin's help for the Ibelinites. A Bedouin named Nizar raids a caravan to Cairo, weakening Saladin's position among merchants. Rakif, the merchant king, exchanges the stolen goods for friendship, gaining the trust Saladin lost. Saladin must navigate the political games of the Caliph and Rakif to establish his authority in Egypt.

40. Bölüm

When Vizier Saladin arrives at the Caliph's Palace, Karategin and his allies are surrounded, accused of burning the palace. Rakif, backed by the Caliph, aims to create chaos in Cairo with Bedouin Nizar's help, inciting terror and rallying support from Crusaders. Karategin must escape judgment, Mawdud journeys to Cairo on Nureddin's order, and Saladin faces numerous enemies united against him. Will Saladin find solace by the Nile or succumb to his foes?

41. Bölüm

Börü assists Vizier Saladin, creating significant problems for Lord Guy's Crusader army. Merchant Rakif is captured by Saladin. King Amalrik is angered by Lord Guy's failure. Emir Yaruki, attempting to rescue other captured lords, is captured by Count Chatillon, who suspects an informant within their ranks. The Fatimid Caliph orders Karategin's execution for killing Cevher. Sultan Nureddin mourns his brother Melik Mevdud and vows revenge, tasking Börü with avenging his brother's death. Börü must now undertake this critical mission.

42. Bölüm

Rakif's escape infuriates Nureddin, and Selahaddin vows to kill Rakif at Amalrik's wedding. Börü, attempting to rectify his mistake, faces unexpected challenges with Sayra. Amidst slander in the Vizier's Palace and Rakif burning Sultan Nureddin's fleet, Selahaddin's situation becomes more complex. Amalrik plans to reclaim Egypt with Byzantine support after marrying Princess Maria and saving Rakif. William and Balian strategize, anticipating a power shift with the Queen's arrival. Selahaddin sends his lords on a perilous mission to eliminate Rakif and hopes to deliver victory news to the Sultan.

43. Bölüm

Börü's act of taking Rakif's life eases tensions between Saladin and Nureddin. Sayra vows revenge on Börü for her father's death and starts by killing Nizar and aligning his Bedouins with her cause. Yaver Riza incites the Egyptians against Şemse, who, overwhelmed by the pressure, decides to leave Cairo. Saladin, while preparing for a move against the Crusaders, is also on the verge of making a significant decision regarding Şemse. The events at the wedding greatly impact the Crusaders. Chatillon goes mad upon learning a terrible truth about Mila, who seeks refuge with Saladin. Amalrik aims to protect his alliance with Byzantium by assigning the Count of Ibelin. Balian devises a clever plan that might damage his friendship with Saladin. Meanwhile, Amalrik decides that Lord Guy and Sibylla should marry, leaving Sibylla to choose between her father's wishes and her love for Balian.

44. Bölüm

Saladin saves Samse, and this salvation brings them closer together. Their joy is short-lived as they learn of the Byzantine fleet landing in Damietta. Saladin plans to stop the enemy's advance, with Sayra aiding him, while Sultan Nureddin decides to embark on an expedition to support Saladin. However, the enemy thwarts Nureddin's departure. The Crusader armies reach the gates of Cairo, leading to a surprising meeting between Saladin and King Amalric. Amalric, in collaboration with the Byzantine army, aims to reclaim Egypt. Meanwhile, in Jerusalem, Balian receives a sorrowful letter revealing Prince Baldwin has leprosy. As a king, Amalric prepares for war, but as a father, he is distressed by his son's illness. Baldwin's partial cure depends on Saladin, Hekim Latif. Amalric faces the challenge of reclaiming both Cairo and his son's future.

45. Bölüm

Saladin bravely goes to the battlefield to save Börü, who is trapped between enemy lines. Guy and Chatillon attempt to take advantage of this moment to destroy Saladin, but Sultan Nureddin arrives with his army, changing the course of the war and securing victory for the believers. Cairo celebrates the arrival of Sultan Nureddin, who vows to uphold the honor of jihad. In Jerusalem, Lord Guy faces execution by King Amalric for his rebellion. Balian informs him that Chatillon has been dismissed from his post as commander, leading to heightened tensions between Chatillon and Balian. Meanwhile, Mila confesses her love to Selahaddin, who is on the verge of marrying Semse, presenting him with a significant challenge. Jerusalem experiences a significant power shift, raising concerns about future conflicts with the Crusaders.

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The martyrdom of physician Latif in Jerusalem exposes the Crusaders' moral decay and sparks political turmoil within the palace, where young King Baldwin IV lacks real authority, leaving power in the hands of his stepmother, Maria Komnenos. As tensions rise, figures like Balian of Ibelin and William of Tyre seek freedom after being imprisoned for Latif's murder, while Sybilla faces difficult choices, including Guy de Lusignan's proposal to save Balian. Meanwhile, Egyptian Sultan Saladin decries the Crusaders' corruption and advances his own strategies, paralleled by Gümüştekin’s ruthless quest for dominance in Damascus. The shifting power dynamics and alliances raise critical questions about the future of both cities.

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Gökbörü ambushes Sultan Saladin, leading to conflicting news of Saladin's martyrdom, which deeply affects his loved ones, though doubts arise about its truth. Gümüştekin seeks to take control of Egypt by deploying Emir Kaymaz and allying with crusaders, facing resistance from Qadı Fazıl. In Jerusalem, Princess Sybilla mourns her unborn child and separation from Balian, while her possible marriage to Lord Guy threatens King Baldwin's rule. Balian, framed for a crime, fights to clear his name with William's help. Meanwhile, the friendship of Börü, Gökbörü, and Karakuş is strained by Gökbörü's betrayal, and Saladin's power struggle with Gümüştekin hangs in the balance.

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Sultan Saladin successfully claims the throne of Damascus, exposing Gümüştekin’s schemes, while Balian confronts him over the custody of Chatillon amid Saladin's steadfast resolve to conquer Jerusalem. In Jerusalem, Lord Guy persists in seeking Princess Sybilla’s hand, but King Baldwin, influenced by Maria, strips him of command and mysteriously disappears. Meanwhile, Countess Mila ignites conflict by kidnapping Sultan Ismail, and Saladin’s forces risk everything to rescue him at Kerak Castle—a stronghold where shifting alliances, betrayal, and reckoning converge in a dramatic struggle for power and fate.

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After Melik Ismail's rescue, Gümüştekin faces a decisive battle, relying on an alliance with Mila to survive. Saladin targets Beytülahzan Castle, a crucial threat on the path to Jerusalem, using underground tactics rather than traditional warfare. King Baldwin, empowered by the discovery of the Holy Grail, commands absolute power and unites forces to defend against Saladin, delaying Guy's aspirations to become king. As Ayyubid forces dig tunnels to bypass Templar defenses, both sides prepare for an intense struggle over Beytülahzan. The outcome of this conflict remains uncertain.

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Sultan Saladin, struck by a poisoned arrow, was rescued and taken to an unknown location while his throne remained empty. Börü, consumed by anger, clashed with the Sultan’s allies, and tensions grew. In Jerusalem, Yudas influenced Balian, and Baldwin underestimated the Muslims without Saladin. Left wounded, Saladin embarked on a journey while his enemies plotted his downfall. Returning to face war, Saladin struck back against Balian, marking an irreversible change for both leaders.

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Returning transformed from his spiritual journey, Saladin leads successive conquests to expand the lands of Islam, determined to restore order and overcome key obstacles in Ibelin and Kerek. As tensions rise, he takes decisive action to weaken Ibelin’s defenses, bringing him into conflict with Balian, who is equally determined to defend the holy lands for Christians. Meanwhile, Sayra and Börü navigate their own struggles, with Sayra falling into captivity due to Mila’s schemes, and Börü facing the challenge of rescuing her. As Saladin’s ambitions unsettle Jerusalem, Balian and his allies prepare for battle, while betrayals and personal conflicts intensify within their ranks, setting the stage for a decisive confrontation that will determine the fate of Ibelin and beyond.

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Sultan Saladin and Count Balian stand at a critical crossroads as Balian’s mentor, Yudas, falls into Saladin’s hands, forcing Balian into a difficult choice. Meanwhile, Baldwin grows anxious over Lord Guy’s fate after an assassination attempt orchestrated by Sybilla and William. Börü faces execution for defying his brother, but Turabatılır’s intervention spares his life, setting him on a new path—fighting alongside Balian. However, trust remains fragile, as Balian demands Börü prove his loyalty by helping him kill Saladin. As tensions mount, Saladin refuses to back down, determined to capture Ibelin and secure his victory.

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The struggle for Ibelin intensifies as Sultan Saladin prepares a strategic attack guided by Börü's intelligence, while Balian fortifies his defenses amidst personal turmoil and Maria's guidance to avoid mistakes. Maria gains leverage over Sibylla and William after learning of their failed assassination plot against Guy, shifting power dynamics and emphasizing Balian's need for political strength. With tension rising, King Baldwin confronts Börü, while Guy demands Börü's return, but Balian, who considers Börü an ally rather than a captive, refuses. As Saladin innovates his assault to counter traps and utilizes Börü's insights, the compass in Börü's hand hints at deeper mysteries, leaving the fate of Ibelin uncertain.

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Sultan Saladin sets his sights on Kerak after Ibelin, preparing for a prolonged and difficult siege. His strategy is methodically planned, and he aims to strike his enemies using their own tactics. Meanwhile, Qadi Fazil offers an alliance under the banner of Islam, but the lords hesitate, recognizing only the Zengid State. As the battle intensifies, personal struggles also surface—Balian mourns the loss of Ibelin, while Queen Maria devises a strategic marriage to shield him from King Baldwin’s wrath. In the military camp, Saladin officiates the wedding of Börü and Sayra, weaving together political, military, and personal conflicts. Let me know if you'd like any further refinements!

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Count Balian, furious at losing his castle, raises his bow, but Mila shields Selahaddin. Ali’s birth leads to Kerek’s conquest, while King Baldwin struggles with offering peace. Internal conflicts deepen as William and Kaymaz secretly conspire against Selahaddin, aiming to weaken the Ayyubids. Meanwhile, Izzeddin Mesud refuses to acknowledge Selahaddin’s rule, creating divisions within the Muslim world. As rivalries intensify and alliances shift, ambitions continue to grow.

57. Bölüm

Saladin faces betrayal and diplomatic traps on his march to Jerusalem, where peace carries hidden costs and alliances are tested. Amid Crusader turmoil and internal strife, he navigates deception, loyalty, and ambition, shaping his destiny in a battle that is as much within as against his enemies.

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As conflict deepens over Jerusalem, the battle is no longer just fought with swords but with strategic willpower. Chatillon, once seen as a rebel, returns as a hero, further unsettling the fragile peace, while Balian remains determined to resist. Saladin devises a masterful strategy, luring his enemies into battle at Hattin before advancing on Jerusalem, where fear grips the Crusaders. While some emirs seek vengeance, Saladin insists on justice rather than blind retaliation. The fate of Jerusalem teeters on the edge of justice and anger, as the city transforms into a symbol of honor for the Ummah, bringing its devoted followers ever closer to reclaiming it.