Marquis Wu of Wei vs Muwatalli II

Marquis Wu retained Wu Qi as his top general, who continued to lead successful campaigns. However, Wu Qi's strict reforms and favor with the marquis created enemies among the nobility, leading to political instability.

Marquis Wu of Wei continued his father's expansionist policies, launching campaigns against Qin. Wei forces captured the Qin stronghold of Hexi and pushed deep into Qin territory, forcing Qin to retreat west of the Luo River and weakening Qin's position.

Near the end of his reign, Wei's military dominance waned. Qin forces under Duke Xian recaptured the Hexi region, reversing earlier Wei gains. This loss marked the beginning of Wei's decline as a major power.

Marquis Wu died without naming a clear heir, leading to a succession crisis. His sons fought for the throne, and the state of Zhao and Han intervened, further destabilizing Wei and contributing to its loss of hegemony.

Muwatalli II moved the Hittite capital from Hattusa to Tarhuntassa, a city in southern Anatolia. The relocation was likely motivated by strategic considerations, including proximity to Syrian campaigns and religious factors.

Muwatalli II secured a vassal treaty with the kingdom of Amurru in Syria, ensuring its loyalty against Egypt. This diplomatic move strengthened the Hittite position in the region before the Battle of Kadesh.

Muwatalli II commanded the Hittite army against Ramesses II of Egypt at Kadesh in Syria. The battle, involving thousands of chariots, ended in a tactical stalemate but strategically confirmed Hittite control over the region.