1274 - 1200 BC (Of Kings and Gods)

Egyptian-Hittite War (1274-1269)
Following the stunning Hittite victory at Qadesh, the Hittites turned from defense to offense, marching south into Egyptian territory. With Ramesses dead, the remainders of his army had to retreat, being harassed by the Hittite chariot force all the while. The bulk of the Hittite army, lead by their king Muwatalli II, marched south along the Egyptian coast. Khaemweset, the last surviving Egyptian commander could do nothing to stop the advance, and was instead forced inland. However, despite their predicament, the Egyptians had two advantages. For one, they were on their home territory, and second, their smaller army could reach the densely populated central Canaan faster. With nothing better to do, Khaemweset essentially began a race with Muwatalli, the first wanting to recruit troops, the later bent on conquest.