Seldarin Mountains

The Seldarin mountains comprise a range that divides Mirilarin from north to south, physically seperating Yeto from the rest of the continent. They are harsh, steep and uninviting for those who would climb them, and most of the passes are small, winding and hidden. There are only two large passes: one, at the very northern tip of the range, is blocked by a great wall, and the other, an area where the foothills don't quite become snow-covered rocky peaks, is claimed by a dwarven clan.
Most of the range is heavily forested at the lower altitudes, and a wide variety of particularly deadly wildlife makes its home here. Dire animals are much more prevalent here than anywhere else in the continent, and creatures such as owlbears, griffons, drakes and several species of giant are all part of the local ecosystem.
Besides the dwarves and the plethora of dangerous animals, the Seldarins are home to far more treacherous creatures: the fey. It is widely believed that the veil seperating the mortal realm from the spirit realm is much thinner here than in other places, and the number of reported incidences with strange spirit-like creatures, some malevolent, others strange, all with a cruel sense of humour, suggest the truth in this rumour. Whether or not this is the case, it is a known fact that the weather in the mountains is extremely erratic and that magic has an unfortunate tendency to fail without warning, as though misfortune is actively stalking those who would pass through.
The foothills are known to be rich in ore, specifically iron, copper, nickle, and to a far lesser extent, silver. It is told that deep within the roots of the mountains are great lodes of gold, silver and even rarer metals, as well as many precious gems. 
Dwarven Occupation
The dwarven people all live within the mountain range and defend it with unfaltering vigilence and prejudice. No significant number of people have ever crossed the mountains, as the dwarves refuse passage to any other humanoid they find. However, individuals and small bands have been known to cross, using the hidden passes and keeping their heads down to avoid the notice of the dwarven clans.
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