Vornlithdor
Pronunciation: vorn-LITH-door
Map Index: F3, G3, G4
Location: Southwest Beorlan
Geography: Centered in the heart of Vornlithdor, a land shrouded in perpetual turmoil, stands the towering black and gray conical peak of Krakurod, an ever-active volcano spewing forth its lethal blend of ash and choking gases across the ash-covered plains of southwestern Beorlan. The ceaseless eruptions send tremors through the land, casting an eternal pall of darkness over the sky. Krakurod's unending activity has transformed the surrounding land of Vornlithdor into a nearly lifeless gray ashen realm, with deep drifts of volcanic ash concealing the once-vibrant landscape.
Primary Population: None
Secondary Population: None
Minor Population: None
Climate: The region boasts an arid tropical climate, its scorching temperatures tempered somewhat by the constant shade provided by ash filled skies. Rainfall is scarce, yet when strong storms manage to reach this forsaken land, the impermeable ash layers cause torrents of runoff that carve an intricate network of deep gullies, rendering travel challenging.
Wildlife: The flora of Vornlithdor struggles amidst the relentless ashfall, while only the most fireresistant and sulfur-tolerant fauna inhabit the plains. The choking air inhibits most wildlife from entering this land. Few animals choose to even visit the edges of this foresaken land.
Humanoids: The goblins of Gok Grusmak revere Krakurod as a manifestation of the fire god Goun'ah, offering sacrifices to protect themselves from its fury while harnessing its destructive power against their foes. Guided by dark priests and sorcerers, they dare to venture close to the ever-dangerous volcano, knowing the mountain's rhythms and moods. Their dominance extends over all Vornlithdor, which they maintain through vigilant patrols and great hordes of goblin warriors ready to do battle at a moments notice.
Monsters: Unique to this land are the gigantic ash worms dwelling within its thick ash deposits. Creations of the chaos storms, these worms consume humans or goblins whole as they rise up out of the ash and strike without warning.
History: Vornlithdor's tumultuous history dates back to the beginning of the Great Cataclysm, during which the great volcano of Krakurod first emerged from a land of gently rolling green plains. Beginning as a rift in the earth caused by a massive earthquake, the first ash began to escape from the earth. Explosive eruptions followed that filled the skies with ash clouds. Since then, violent eruptions have marked the volcano's rise for over a millennium as Krakurod reached its current height of almost 3,800 feet.
Today: As Vornlithdor endures the continued legacy of the Great Cataclysm, Krakurod remains both its guardian and its scourge. The land's recent history is etched in ash and fire, its geography shaped by destruction. Its inhabitants navigate the fine line between veneration of the volcano and survival. Amidst the darkness and danger, Vornlithdor stands as a permanent reminder of the raw power of nature and the resilience of those creatures who call it home.
Map Index: F3, G3, G4
Location: Southwest Beorlan
Geography: Centered in the heart of Vornlithdor, a land shrouded in perpetual turmoil, stands the towering black and gray conical peak of Krakurod, an ever-active volcano spewing forth its lethal blend of ash and choking gases across the ash-covered plains of southwestern Beorlan. The ceaseless eruptions send tremors through the land, casting an eternal pall of darkness over the sky. Krakurod's unending activity has transformed the surrounding land of Vornlithdor into a nearly lifeless gray ashen realm, with deep drifts of volcanic ash concealing the once-vibrant landscape.
Primary Population: None
Secondary Population: None
Minor Population: None
Climate: The region boasts an arid tropical climate, its scorching temperatures tempered somewhat by the constant shade provided by ash filled skies. Rainfall is scarce, yet when strong storms manage to reach this forsaken land, the impermeable ash layers cause torrents of runoff that carve an intricate network of deep gullies, rendering travel challenging.
Wildlife: The flora of Vornlithdor struggles amidst the relentless ashfall, while only the most fireresistant and sulfur-tolerant fauna inhabit the plains. The choking air inhibits most wildlife from entering this land. Few animals choose to even visit the edges of this foresaken land.
Humanoids: The goblins of Gok Grusmak revere Krakurod as a manifestation of the fire god Goun'ah, offering sacrifices to protect themselves from its fury while harnessing its destructive power against their foes. Guided by dark priests and sorcerers, they dare to venture close to the ever-dangerous volcano, knowing the mountain's rhythms and moods. Their dominance extends over all Vornlithdor, which they maintain through vigilant patrols and great hordes of goblin warriors ready to do battle at a moments notice.
Monsters: Unique to this land are the gigantic ash worms dwelling within its thick ash deposits. Creations of the chaos storms, these worms consume humans or goblins whole as they rise up out of the ash and strike without warning.
History: Vornlithdor's tumultuous history dates back to the beginning of the Great Cataclysm, during which the great volcano of Krakurod first emerged from a land of gently rolling green plains. Beginning as a rift in the earth caused by a massive earthquake, the first ash began to escape from the earth. Explosive eruptions followed that filled the skies with ash clouds. Since then, violent eruptions have marked the volcano's rise for over a millennium as Krakurod reached its current height of almost 3,800 feet.
Today: As Vornlithdor endures the continued legacy of the Great Cataclysm, Krakurod remains both its guardian and its scourge. The land's recent history is etched in ash and fire, its geography shaped by destruction. Its inhabitants navigate the fine line between veneration of the volcano and survival. Amidst the darkness and danger, Vornlithdor stands as a permanent reminder of the raw power of nature and the resilience of those creatures who call it home.