Usul

Usul is the biggest of the islands that reside off the coast of Gilgemash, directly south of the Crocodile's Mouth Strait. 
== History ==
Despite its short proximity to Gilgemash, no colonies or any kind of outposts have ever been established there. The reason for that is simple - the island is extremely arid and barren, to the point where cultivating anything there would be pointless. Not only that, but Usul has always enjoyed a sinister reputation as an island where demons, vampires and other horrid creatures roam. Written reports by Gilgemashi soldiers and scouts that have encountered creatures such as these deep in the caves of Usul have existed since the dawn of time. In fact, some oral stories told in Gilgemash about foul creatures in Usul are older than most of the civilizations in the known world.
Whereas most people in Gilgemash have entirely forgotten about the old stories concerning Usul, only the King and some of his select governors and officials are aware of the true nature of the island and the Elder Vampire that may or may not have his lair there. Such information usually passes down from ruelr to ruler. Since many people have mysteriously vanished trying to explore the complex system of caverns below Usul, Gilgemashi troops usually steer clear from the island and advocate for others to do the same.
== Geography ==
Usul is extremely arid and grass, as well as plants seldom grow there. Many ragged cliffs, mountains and crags dot the landscape. Apart from vampires, other creatures that call this island home include goats, large venomous lizards, vultures and mudcrabs.
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