Ironically, the Mamluks, were a caste of warrior slaves from the Cuman, Alan, and Circassian tribes, who were originally sold to Egypt by the Mongols in 1238.
In 1202, Temüjin introduced new rules for distributing plunder.
He was the leader of the Khereid tribe, who during his lifetime would acquire the titles of Ong Khan and Wang Khan, bestowed by the Chinese Jin Dynasty.
Zuxu submitted to the Jin again in 1198 and died soon afterward.
His father's followers scattered and Hoelun was left to care for her children by herself.
Around this time Temujin and his family are also joined by future generals Jelme and Bo'orchu.