Forest of Cratsfar

The Forest of Cratsfar is a large forest spanning much of the western coast of the Central Continent. Supposedly, according to tales told by the people of the Hedgelands, the Forest of Cratsfar is one of the oldest places in the world, if not the oldest, and that life originated in the forest. Indeed, the forest is quite old, as ancient Elven records mention it either directly or indirectly.
Ancient magic placed on the forest long ago prevents things from entering, but many have been able to enter and exit through loopholes in the magic, as well as a result of the magic deteriorating over the years. Deep within the Forest of Cratsfar lies the Tree of Life, a massive tree that is believed to be magical in nature.