Butcherblock Valley

A large valley in the northern Rathe Mountains, the Butcherblock Valley is home to the dwarf clan of the same name. Their subterranean city of Kaladim has gates opening into the valley. A large statue of the first Butcherblock King stands above the gates. The dwarves have farms around the gate, however these farms are constantly at risk from both marauding Runnyeye goblins and bandits. The Underfoot under Kaladim has been taken over by the Runnyeye Goblins who have constructed a citadel there called Runnyeye Citadel, blocking off the dwarves' access to the Underfoot. The Krag Aviaks have an aerie in the mountains as well, the Krag, accessible only to those who can fly or manage a difficult climb up sheer cliffs. There is a storm giant fort in the mountains at the southern edge of the valley which connects to Mt. Zeru and Kael Drakkel.  

Points of Interest

  Bandit Camp: The dwarves known as the Butcherblock Bandits (11-15) are camped out here.   The Crossroads: the point where the dwarven east-west road intersects with a crumbling, ancient combine road. A Quadrolith is located here.   The Krag: A dungeon for levels 18-28.   Newbie grounds: The area between Kaladim and the Crossroads is where new players can begin leveling their combat skills. It is full of wandering Goblin Whelps, Rock Spiderlings (2), Worker Scarabs (2), Bats (1), and Skunks (1). Players who get in over their heads can run to the guards at the entrance to the city for safety.   The North Road: Krag Chicks (2-4), giant scarabs (8-11), giant bats (5-7), and Goblin Skirmishers roam this region.   The Quarry: A quarry used by the dwarves for above ground construnction. Rock dervishes (12-14) can be found here.   Runnyeye Citadel: The city of the Runnyeye goblins which is located a ways below Kaladim. It is accessible by leaving through the Underfoot Gate and following the passage down. This a dungeon for levels (8 - 35). It also has several exits to caves around the Butcherblock Valley and an exit into the Underfoot leading to Moradim.   The South Road: Giant scarabs (8-11), giant bats (5-7), Lesser Basilisks (7-8), Ebon Drakes (8-12), and Goblin Skirmishers roam this region. Storm giants (33-36) occasionally wander the area as well.   Storm Giant Fort: A dungeon for levels 30 - 40. Full of Kromzek storm giants. Located in the mountains just south of the valley. The fort leads to Mt. Zeru and the Kromzek citadel of Kael Drakkel.