Oblidan Wilds
Overview:
The Oblidan Wilds are a vast, untamed region in the eastern to northeastern part of Chernaya. It is a harsh and unforgiving landscape, characterized by its mix of grasslands, tundra, and frigid wastes. The region remains largely uninhabited, with only pockets of nomadic tribes and settlers braving its harsh conditions.
Geography and Climate:
- Southern Regions: The southern part of Oblidan consists mainly of grasslands and tundra, similar in climate to Waylan but far less fertile. This area is suitable for hardy herding animals, but the land is challenging for agriculture.
- Northern Regions: As one moves northward, the landscape becomes increasingly inhospitable, turning into a trackless waste where survival requires intimate knowledge of the land. The climate here is cold and punishing for most of the year, making it a natural bulwark against incursions.
- Nomadic Tribes and Settlers: The original Oblidan people, from whom Aryn Chernaya descended, have mostly been displaced, but a few nomadic tribes still wander the region. More recently, the Oblidan Wilds have attracted settlers fleeing the overcrowded and oppressive conditions in cities like Sevgorod. These settlers include criminals, revolutionaries, and escapees from the mines, who seek refuge far from the Crown’s oversight.
- Crown's Interests: Despite its harsh climate, Oblidan is rich in resources and has started to become a target for the Crown’s expansion efforts. However, the threat of Tovag raids makes northward expansion perilous, driving more settlers to venture eastward instead. The region remains under little direct control from The Regiment or the Watch, making it a lawless frontier where survival depends on strength and cunning.
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