The Castle on Moors (CSC)

__TOC__
==Origin==
Several years ago, a proud young knight fought bravely against those who would have brought down his king. In return for his services, a thankful ruler repaid this dedication with a grant of land and the pledge of a powerful castle.
True to his word, the king sent a company of workers out to construct a fortress for the bold knight. Overlooking a gloomy and desolate stretch of swamps and bogs, the Castle on the Moors was to be the kingdom's first line of defense against the evil creatures who thrived in that forsaken region.
==Transformation==
The high hopes of the king and his faithful knight were short lived, however. A season of torrential rains fell across the land, causing the water level in the swamps to rise. Eventually, the fierce stone fortress was swallowed up by the water and mud. When the region dried up years later, the castle was nothing more than a large mound of dried mud. Underneath this shell, however, is the catacomb that had once been the Castle on the Moors.
==Map Key==
1. Storage: Located on the lowest level of the castle, this large chamber was used to house great quantities of goods and materials for use by the structure's inhabitants. Kegs of ale, bottles of wine, wheels of cheese, and many other supplies were kept here, although the passing of the years has almost certainly ruined them.
2. Kitchen: This cooking room was home to any number of cooking utensils and devices. A large oven and stove occupied a large portion of the area and there was more than enough space to prepare a feast for dozens of guests in the great hall.
3. Great Hall: This huge chamber was the focus of social life at the Castle on the Moors. Its walls were hung with elaborate tapestries and banners. It was here that the lord of the manor held his parties and entertained his guests. Great feasts could be sent up from the kitchen below and performers could entertain the guests while they relaxed and ate.
4. Office: This room was used by the lord's seneschal in the course of his administrative duties. Every aspect of the castle's economic and political affairs was controlled from this area. As one might expect, it was once filled with files, records, and a work desk.
5. Bedrooms: These comfortable living quarters were used by the lord and his family. They were richly appointed and their decorations reflect the owner's religious and political affiliations.
6. Day Room: This room was well appointed and provided the lord and his family with a pleasant place for light entertaining and socializing. It's furnishings were both comfortable and functional.
7. Knights' Chambers: Each of these rooms served as the living quarters for one of the lord's most faithful warriors. If they were married, then their wives shared their rooms with them. If not, they had a live-in squire who tended to their needs and hoped to learn something of the warrior's trade from his master.
8. Workrooms: Although these rooms were used by the castle staff for spinning, weaving, and other light work, they were more than just areas for light industry. At the close of each day, the looms and such were put away and bedrolls covered the floor. While these seeping accommodations for the castle staff were far from luxurious, they were better than those available to most of the local peasants.
9. Towers: Each corner of the Castle on the Moors was anchored to a strong stone tower. From the tops of these battlements, archers could fire volley after volley of lethal arrows onto attacking armies. In addition, each of the towers had its own catapult for hurling large projectiles at invaders.