Mingzong Külüg Temür's accession and death, 1328–1329

Timeline

1. 1328Karakorum · MongoliaIn the ninth month of 1328, Wuzong's eldest son Külüg Temür was raised to the throne near the old steppe capital by imperial princes and kings, taking the temple name Mingzong, creating a situation of two emperors north and south against Wenzong at Dadu.
2. 1329Dadu · North ChinaIn the first month of 1329, Tugh Temür sent envoys to welcome Mingzong and announced his abdication; Mingzong accepted the throne, and the Tianli conflict ostensibly concluded with the elder brother's succession passing back to the eldest brother.
3. 1329Wanghuchadu · Inner MongoliaIn the eighth month of 1329, Mingzong Külüg Temür died suddenly at Wanghuchadu, having reigned only about eight months. Records suggest possible poisoning at a banquet, the truth unclear; his death directly triggered Wenzong's restoration.