Keep of Bosta
Atop the dormant volcano, looming over the town, is the Keep of Bosta, an imposing fortress constructed from black volcanic stone. The keep has withstood centuries of harsh weather and unknown dangers, its towers standing defiantly against the wind. It has a 360-degree view of the entire island and the surrounding sea, allowing its occupants to spot incoming ships or potential threats from miles away - when the weather allows it.
To get to the keep one will have to traverse the long narrow path that begins at the foothold of the volcano, only accessed by going through a large gatehouse, and winds it way all the way to the top of the volcano. Three more gatehouses blocks the path to the keep, making sure no uninvited guests or attacking forces reach the keep.
The obsidian Outer Walls of the keep are adorned with old runes, many of which are barely legible, rumored to have been inscribed by early settlers to ward off something ancient beneath the isle. Another gatehouse guards the entrance to the keep. The keep itself concists of a granary, a geothermally heated greenhouse, a guard house, and the main keep.
To get to the keep one will have to traverse the long narrow path that begins at the foothold of the volcano, only accessed by going through a large gatehouse, and winds it way all the way to the top of the volcano. Three more gatehouses blocks the path to the keep, making sure no uninvited guests or attacking forces reach the keep.
The obsidian Outer Walls of the keep are adorned with old runes, many of which are barely legible, rumored to have been inscribed by early settlers to ward off something ancient beneath the isle. Another gatehouse guards the entrance to the keep. The keep itself concists of a granary, a geothermally heated greenhouse, a guard house, and the main keep.
Architecture
The architecture of the keep is simple, yet breath taking, the near raw walls of obsidian and basalt have old inscriptions illegable due to time, hinting at the age of the keep and veiling it in mystery. The courtyards are covered in black dust and sand ground from the volcanic rock underneath, and flattrotten pathways reveal the inhabitants prefered paths, but no cobbelstones or masonry reveals a "correct" path.
Two curving staircases hugs the walls of the hall, leading to a balcony above from which one can access the upper floors and towers, which include the family's private chambers, guest quarters, and offices. Flanked by the staircases is a large intricate door leading to the Dining Hall, where the Laird can host hundreds for dinner. From the foyer one can also access the library and sitting room, and the audience chamber.
The audience chamber is one of the more imposing rooms of the castle, not only is it very large, but the eastern wall consists of almost only windows giving it a breathtaking view over the island, most noticably however, is the Lairds throne on the raised dias at the end of the room. The seat itself is simple; a wide chair with armrests, a tall back, and simple runes carved into the side. But, behind it is an enormous humanoid skull looking down on all the petitioners. Those that get near the skull swear that they hear a near silent whisper at the back of their mind.
All but the greenhouse are merely functional buildings. While the architecture indicate that they have existed for as long as the mainkeep, they are slightly simpler in design, and the interiors are much so. Only the entrance room of the guard house is slightly ornamented, as this the first impression guests would get from the rest of the keep. The Gate House also includes as large basement with an armory, and a dungeon for possible prisoners.
The greenhouse is an outlier of the keep. Clearly not build along with the rest of the keep, as indicated by the hectagonal shape of the building, and different glass from the other buildings, the greenhouse stands out between the darkness of the rest of the keep. Placed at the back of the keep with a view over the boiling swamp and petrified forest, the lush and warm interior amongst tropical- and rare plants, is a warm welcome to those that might miss warmer climates. Though no one can seemingly remember when it was build, Drarrol Isle historians claims that the greenhouse was built as a wedding gift to the wife of one of the first Lairds of Drarrol Isle.
The Main Keep
The main keep is the most prominent of all the buildings. It stands in the center at the highest peak of the mountain, and is seemingly an extention of the mountain itself, as the walls appear as if they've been grown rather than built. The keep has several towers, but most of the keep is contained to one or two floors. To give a full view of the island and ocean below, there are large windows on all sides, as well as covered balconies, shielding those that might venture out on them from the weather.Interior
Everyone entering the front doors will be greeted by the large foyer, the walls and floors are the same color as the rest of the keep, but intricate designs have been carved into them, perhaps the outside has once looked similar but has been eroded by time.Two curving staircases hugs the walls of the hall, leading to a balcony above from which one can access the upper floors and towers, which include the family's private chambers, guest quarters, and offices. Flanked by the staircases is a large intricate door leading to the Dining Hall, where the Laird can host hundreds for dinner. From the foyer one can also access the library and sitting room, and the audience chamber.
The audience chamber is one of the more imposing rooms of the castle, not only is it very large, but the eastern wall consists of almost only windows giving it a breathtaking view over the island, most noticably however, is the Lairds throne on the raised dias at the end of the room. The seat itself is simple; a wide chair with armrests, a tall back, and simple runes carved into the side. But, behind it is an enormous humanoid skull looking down on all the petitioners. Those that get near the skull swear that they hear a near silent whisper at the back of their mind.
Other Buildings
The remaining buildings of the keep consist of the Gate House, Guard House, Granary, and Greenhouse.All but the greenhouse are merely functional buildings. While the architecture indicate that they have existed for as long as the mainkeep, they are slightly simpler in design, and the interiors are much so. Only the entrance room of the guard house is slightly ornamented, as this the first impression guests would get from the rest of the keep. The Gate House also includes as large basement with an armory, and a dungeon for possible prisoners.
The greenhouse is an outlier of the keep. Clearly not build along with the rest of the keep, as indicated by the hectagonal shape of the building, and different glass from the other buildings, the greenhouse stands out between the darkness of the rest of the keep. Placed at the back of the keep with a view over the boiling swamp and petrified forest, the lush and warm interior amongst tropical- and rare plants, is a warm welcome to those that might miss warmer climates. Though no one can seemingly remember when it was build, Drarrol Isle historians claims that the greenhouse was built as a wedding gift to the wife of one of the first Lairds of Drarrol Isle.
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