Stormspire Lighthouse - Evaluation
Location and Overview
The Stormspire Lighthouse is perched atop the jagged cliffs of the Windscar Peninsula, an isolated and storm-battered region known for its relentless gales and treacherous seas. The lighthouse itself is a towering spire of black stone, rising 200 feet above the ocean. It is renowned for its resilience against the region's infamous lightning storms, with the spire often being struck by bolts that are magically redirected into the sea. The Stormspire serves as the only beacon for miles along this dangerous coast.
Structural Analysis
The lighthouse’s construction is formidable, with thick walls of enchanted basalt that have withstood centuries of harsh weather. The tower is anchored deep into the bedrock of the cliff, ensuring stability even during the fiercest tempests. The spiral staircase inside is wide and reinforced, allowing for heavy foot traffic, though the interior rooms are sparse and designed for function over comfort. The lantern room is protected by a dome of magically hardened glass, resistant to both impact and extreme heat.
Geographical Considerations
The Windscar Peninsula’s weather is a significant factor. While the cliffside location offers a dramatic and defensible position, the near-constant storms pose a severe risk to any airborne vessel. The winds are unpredictable, and the frequent lightning strikes would require any airship to have extensive magical protection or risk being destroyed. Additionally, the narrow landing space on top of the spire would make docking particularly challenging, even for the most skilled pilots.
Suitability for Airship Docking
Despite its robust construction, the Stormspire Lighthouse is not an ideal candidate for airship docking. The extreme weather conditions present too great a risk for safe landing and takeoff. The location, while strategically valuable for maritime navigation, is ill-suited for accommodating airships, which would be vulnerable to the violent storms. The magical defenses of the lighthouse are focused on protecting the structure itself and would not easily extend to safeguarding an airship.
— Excerpt from C.B.'s packet addressed to Lew Thaddeus Marrable
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