Ostia

Ostia is a small town located at the southern end of the Kragspire Peaks, just north of the Alban Forest Pass. Despite its small size, the town played an important role in the recent conflict between the Hekkeran Empire and the FelleVeign Theocracy, as it rests even closer to the border with the Theocracy than Alban. Unfortunately, like Alban, Ostia fell victim to the ravages of war, and its people suffered greatly. Ostia is primarily a mining town, with a population of around 1500-2000 people. The town's main source of income is the mine that lies just outside of the town's walls. Recently, the miners discovered a large deposit of valuable ore deep in the mine, which has brought a surge of wealth and prosperity to the town. However, this newfound wealth has also attracted the attention of bandits and other criminals, who see Ostia as an easy target.   The bandit activity in the area has been increasing in recent months, and the town's people are beginning to fear for their safety. The local authorities have been doing their best to keep the bandits at bay, but their efforts have been largely unsuccessful. Many of the town's residents have taken to arming themselves and forming neighborhood watch groups to protect their homes and families.   Despite the danger posed by the bandits, the people of Ostia are a resilient and hardworking bunch. They take pride in their town and their way of life, and are determined to overcome the challenges that they face. The town itself is small and rustic, with wooden buildings and dirt streets. The mine is the heart of the town, and most of the residents either work there or support those who do.   Life in Ostia is not easy, but the people there are strong and determined. They have weathered many storms, both natural and man-made, and they are not about to give up now. As the conflict between the Hekkeran Empire and the FelleVeign Theocracy continues, the people of Ostia will continue to stand strong, doing what they can to protect their homes, their families, and their way of life.