Older, older, older, less fictional. Yes, that one. Ancient Egypt is probably the most influential of the River Valley civilizations. Like, you may not recognize any Assyrian kings or Assyrian language, but you probably do know King Tut. And you may recognize that the eye of Horus is right now staring at me and judging me. I can feel, I can feel your judgment. INTRO When we think of ancient civilizations, we think of Egypt.