Meklan's Vale
Nestled within the Evermeet Mountains, Meklan's Vale seals the only clear passageway through the mountains, forcing those who want to enter Linrea's southern border to either enter through the settlement, or take the long way around. This checkpoint has proven invaluable in preventing harm to Linrea, having stopped man and monster alike from leaking into the vast open swathes of land that make up the southern stretches of Linrea's control. It serves as the entryway into southern Linrea, and thus is heavily defended by it's military-- most of its population works for or is a part of the soldiery stationed in the Vale. The rest work as miners and traders, gathering material from the mountains or buying it for coin.
Demographics
Majority Human and Dwarvish. Some Elves and Halflings are apart of the standing army, having made their way here from the north and west. The army usually keeps to it's own and civilians are clustered together on the northwestern corner of the settlement.
Government
The military aspect is overseen by the standing captain, while the civilian life is governed by Deklan Stonechin, the descendant of the settlement's original founder.
Defences
The settlement acts as a strategic point for Linrea's army, and as such has a strong defensive hold on the south wall. Stone and wood reinforced gates block unauthorized entry into Linrean territory and towers atop the mountain peaks provide vantage points overlooking the surrounding area. Large ballistae flank either side of the gate, armed with steel-headed harpooned arrows to damage and disable any threats to the settlement that present themselves.
Industry & Trade
Ores and minerals contained within the Evermeet Mountains have not gone unnoticed by the settlers of Meklan's Vale. In fact, the founder of the vale, Meklan Stonechin, chose to settle there because of the unique, easily defendable location and the availability of valuable ores in the nearby area. Miners work under the protection of soldiers to retrieve iron, silver, coal, and copper in relative safety, selling it to caravans and traders who ship it to forges like Jagmider for processing.
Type
Outpost / Base
Population
~500 people, ~375 of which are there for military-related means
Location under
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