Norvallen Norvallen is a forested region of central Quon in " Final Fantasy XI " . The Kingdom of San d ' Oria still claims that the Norvallen Region is under its reign — though it may not necessarily be under its control . Located on the Mossoulie Peninsula , this region is home to numerous locations that have played great roles in Elvaan history . The Eldieme Necropolis , for example , is considered by them as a holy land . However , war has taken its toll on the region , altering the landscape in a dramatic fashion . In contrast to the lush woodlands that are found in the Jugner Forest , Batallia Downs is a nearly barren wasteland . This fate became the downs when , over twenty years ago , nearly all of its trees were cut down and the lumber was used to construct bulwarks to fend off beastman attacks . Conquest . This area is subject to conquest . Zones . Jugner Forest . Located to the east of the Kingdom of San d ' Oria , this vast , dense woodland is often shrouded in darkness — even during the day . Before the construction of a main road that connected the adjoining areas , travelers and merchants often shunned the Jugner Forest ; all would fear the ferocious beasts that lurked in the shadows of the mighty trees . Even today , only a large caravan protected by hired mercenaries could survive an attack from the Orcs and Goblin raiders that prey on passersby . The region ' s outpost is located in center this zone . There are two Cavernous Maws in this zone . A frozen maw in the south central leads to Jugner Forest of twenty years in the past . The active maw just east of the outpost leads to a version of the Vunkerl Inlet in the alternate reality of Abyssea . Batallia Downs . During the Great War , the Batallia Downs was the location of the infamous Battle of Jeuno . The scars left from this epic confrontation still litter the region . The looming Achaque Mountains situated in the northern part of the area prevent possible intruders while hampering the travel of adventurers . Finally , the Artisan Bridge connecting the Norvallen Region and the Grand Duchy of Jeuno is located on the downs ' far eastern shore . A Cavernous Maw connects this area to itself twenty years in the past . The Eldieme Necropolis . The ancient Elvaan built these burial mounds , also known as the Coveffe Barrows , in an attempt to bring themselves closer to the Goddess Altana in death . Within the San d ' Orian Church , to spend one ' s final days on Vana ' diel within these tombs was often considered the greatest blessing before departing to the afterlife . This resulted in a wave of followers traveling to the barrows and constructing the underground necropolis that remains there to this day . However , during the Great War , these catacombs were also the sites of fierce battles that left thousands dead or injured . The spirits of these lost souls still roam the tombs below . Davoi . During the Great War nearly twenty years ago , an attack was made by the Orcish troops on the peaceful Elvaan monastery of La Vaule , which left the tiny sanctuary in ruins and under the control of the beastmen . The Orcs renamed the area " Davoi " and transformed the area into their main stronghold , delighted by the layout of the surrounding area , as well as the protection that the monastic caverns provided . While there have been many attempts by the San d ' Orian Royal Knights to reclaim this area , the ever - weakening forces of the kingdom remain powerless in this fight and often rely on hired adventurers to assist them in their campaigns . Monastic Cavern . Deep within the recesses of the Orcish stronghold of Davoi is the Monastic Cavern , home to the leaders of the Orcs . The old peaceful Elvaan monastery , which used to welcome travelers from far and wide , is now dangerous for any and all adventurers to even step foot in . Deep within is Overlord Bakgodek , the current leader of the Orcish hordes . Phanauet Channel . This river is traveled on a fishing barge that travels between any of the three landings . Carpenters ' Landing . Located coterminous with Jugner Forest along a river , this area is comprised of a series of unconnected docks providing access to the barge that travels down the Phanauet Channel . It is divided into three sections : North Landing , which is accessed through Northern San d ' Oria , Central Landing , which is accessed near a pond in the western part of Jugner Forest , and South Landing , which is accessed near the Abyssean maw in the eastern part of Jugner Forest . While the zone contains much of the same types of fauna seen in Jugner Forest , it contains one particularly unique inhabitant , the flytraps . This zone requires the " " expansion to access .