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Or Mexica
Collectively they are a group of people that speak Nhuatl
Settled in the Valley of Mexico after wandering the north of Mexico
Created what is know as the Triple Alliances which united the three city states into one cohesive political and Military Empire
War and Conquest for tribute was a major part of their way of Life
Constant warfare created a warrior class like no other
Centralized government with little garrisons
The Landing of Hernan Cortez and Quetzalquatle connection
Aztec believe that Cortez is a God and Offer Him Gold Goading the Spanish
The Spanish Align themselves with Rival Tribes to Conquer the Aztecs
Nobles Such as Isabel Moctezuma Survived and her Ancestors are Aztec Royalty
Many Aztec Codex were destroyed but are latter saved to tell the tale of the Aztecs
Many Aztec Traditions and Customs Survive to This day Notably Day of the Dead