Nan Echor
Pronunciation: nan EK-core
Map Index: D-3
Geography: West side of the southern Kheleckoros Range in south central Aorlan
Description: The valley of Nan Echor, hidden away in the heart of south central Aorlan just west of the towering Kheleckoros Range's southern terminus, boasts an elevation of near 5,000 feet.
The landscape is a symphony of color and harmonious geography. Water is abundant. Steep hills encircle fast-flowing streams, while gentle slopes surround placid ponds as lush marshes thrive. As the gentle pace of life goes on in the valley, the great snowcapped peaks of Kheleckoros loom majestically as always in the distance.
Primary Population: Herukh
Secondary Population: Valtauri
Minor Population: Sareisi
Climate: The valley's temperate climate brings long, cold winters graced by frequent yet gentle snowfall. Summers follow with warmth, cool nights, and ample rainfall.
Wildlife: This verdant valley serves as a haven for diverse wildlife, including migrating songbirds whose melodies weave through the air during the delightful days of summer. Herds of elk return to the valley each spring to bear their young and to feed on the lush greenery. Small mammals, tucked away in underground burrows during the long cold winters, rejoice each spring at the return of the warm sun’s rays. Rabbits and foxes return to the flower laden meadows as beavers are busy reengineering their dams. Exotic wildflower meadows paint the landscape with an array of colors, and small flowering trees create enchanting groves. Higher reaches are graced by the presence of spruce trees, while the air is filled with the fragrant chorus of blossoms.
Humanoids: The Herukh, descendants of Movorian refugees who fled well before the empire's tragic collapse during the Great Cataclysm, have cultivated a life in harmony with the valley's gifts. They've woven their homes and communal structures into the hillsides, dotting the landscape with charming villages. Beyond their simple facade lies profound complexity. These seemingly unassuming folk wield formidable mastery over elemental magic, an inheritance cultivated through many generations. They serve as protectors of the valley and through many long years of diligent effort have managed to drive away most creatures of evil intent. Hosting the western entrance to the Southern Pass, travelers find themselves grateful for the assistance given to them by the generous Herukh people. Besides providing food and a warm shelter for the night, the Herukh are very knowledgeable about the lofty heights of the Kheleckoros Range and will share advice with those seeking to traverse to the eastern side of the range.
As stewards of nature, the Herukh have transformed Nan Echor into a world-renowned garden of peace and tranquility. Their advanced elemental magic skills, coupled with their tranquil pastoral lifestyle, have made the Herukh a formidable but benevolent force. Nan Echor stands as a testament to their harmonious existence, where the elements themselves bend to the will of these unassuming yet extraordinary people.
Monsters: Few monsters exist in this area due to the sustained efforts of the Herukh to make the area safe.
History: The Nan Echor Valley weathered the tumultuous events of the Great Cataclysm with no major effects. Earthquakes rattled the land but did little lasting damage.
Today: Peace and tranquility reign over Nan Echor. Nature carries on in a land that seems to be timeless.
Map Index: D-3
Geography: West side of the southern Kheleckoros Range in south central Aorlan
Description: The valley of Nan Echor, hidden away in the heart of south central Aorlan just west of the towering Kheleckoros Range's southern terminus, boasts an elevation of near 5,000 feet.
The landscape is a symphony of color and harmonious geography. Water is abundant. Steep hills encircle fast-flowing streams, while gentle slopes surround placid ponds as lush marshes thrive. As the gentle pace of life goes on in the valley, the great snowcapped peaks of Kheleckoros loom majestically as always in the distance.
Primary Population: Herukh
Secondary Population: Valtauri
Minor Population: Sareisi
Climate: The valley's temperate climate brings long, cold winters graced by frequent yet gentle snowfall. Summers follow with warmth, cool nights, and ample rainfall.
Wildlife: This verdant valley serves as a haven for diverse wildlife, including migrating songbirds whose melodies weave through the air during the delightful days of summer. Herds of elk return to the valley each spring to bear their young and to feed on the lush greenery. Small mammals, tucked away in underground burrows during the long cold winters, rejoice each spring at the return of the warm sun’s rays. Rabbits and foxes return to the flower laden meadows as beavers are busy reengineering their dams. Exotic wildflower meadows paint the landscape with an array of colors, and small flowering trees create enchanting groves. Higher reaches are graced by the presence of spruce trees, while the air is filled with the fragrant chorus of blossoms.
Humanoids: The Herukh, descendants of Movorian refugees who fled well before the empire's tragic collapse during the Great Cataclysm, have cultivated a life in harmony with the valley's gifts. They've woven their homes and communal structures into the hillsides, dotting the landscape with charming villages. Beyond their simple facade lies profound complexity. These seemingly unassuming folk wield formidable mastery over elemental magic, an inheritance cultivated through many generations. They serve as protectors of the valley and through many long years of diligent effort have managed to drive away most creatures of evil intent. Hosting the western entrance to the Southern Pass, travelers find themselves grateful for the assistance given to them by the generous Herukh people. Besides providing food and a warm shelter for the night, the Herukh are very knowledgeable about the lofty heights of the Kheleckoros Range and will share advice with those seeking to traverse to the eastern side of the range.
As stewards of nature, the Herukh have transformed Nan Echor into a world-renowned garden of peace and tranquility. Their advanced elemental magic skills, coupled with their tranquil pastoral lifestyle, have made the Herukh a formidable but benevolent force. Nan Echor stands as a testament to their harmonious existence, where the elements themselves bend to the will of these unassuming yet extraordinary people.
Monsters: Few monsters exist in this area due to the sustained efforts of the Herukh to make the area safe.
History: The Nan Echor Valley weathered the tumultuous events of the Great Cataclysm with no major effects. Earthquakes rattled the land but did little lasting damage.
Today: Peace and tranquility reign over Nan Echor. Nature carries on in a land that seems to be timeless.