Scenarios about 'papacy'
The supreme authority and leadership of the Roman Catholic Church, centered on the Bishop of Rome (the Pope) as successor to Saint Peter. The papacy has wielded significant religious, political, and cultural influence throughout European history, from crowning emperors during the Middle Ages to directing Counter-Reformation efforts and serving as a diplomatic power. In alternate history scenarios, changes to papal succession, doctrinal decisions, or political alignments can dramatically reshape religious boundaries, state formation, and cultural development across continents.
What If The Protestant Reformation Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Martin Luther's challenge to the Catholic Church failed to gain traction, preventing the religious revolution that reshaped European society, politics, and culture.
What If the Mongols Had Conquered Europe?
Exploring how European and world history would have unfolded if the Mongol Empire had extended its conquests throughout Europe in the 13th century.