Oakhaven

The Barony of Oakhaven is a protected old-growth oak forest at the southern edge of Mirwood. It is comprised of lands pulled from southern Hillbrook, northern Rein, and the exclusionary zone surrounding the ranger headquarters, Oakhall Sanctuary. Oakhaven is so named because it is one of the few remaining protected forests in Westridge. By Ducal decree there is to be absolutely no hunting, fishing, or harvesting is permitted within the borders of Oakhaven. This policy is enforced by the painfully accurate longbows of the resident rangers. Only the Rangers and Druids are permitted to access or maintain the forest at will, and only in certain methods that allow for healthy growth. The climate and seasons here are typical of temperate Elwynn Forest, and wildlife of both docile and aggressive sorts are plentiful.
Oakhall Sanctuary is the last remaining ranger hold. Originally, the Rangers of Mirwood had multiple seats of power, each with their own cadre. After the eventual dissolution of ranger holds in other regions of Westridge, Mirwood is all that remains. Oakhall Sanctuary is an A-framed longhouse built of oak logs and rough hewn stone with a thatch and moss roof. Like the others were, Oakhall is a restricted area surrounded by an exclusion zone. Non-Ranger visitors are allowed only by invitation, and while technically this includes Army Officers and Nobility - the Rangers here at Mirwood tend to avoid causing a scene by denying entrance unless there is an imminent threat.
“The Duke’s Wood” is the colloquial name for this thick, old, wooded area famous for its stiff and erect trees. Standing strong, tall, and proud, the rather impressive wood is pruned rarely and thus is infamous for some very dense bush - so much so it can be difficult to find anything in it. Many small critters live among the wild undergrowth of The Duke's Wood. It is quite famous, and Duke Maxen Montclair often allows young women of the court to pay visits to this wood, spending many hours under the canopy. These playful getaways are watched intently by the Rangers.
There are currently no lords of Oakhaven.
Category:Lore
Category:Westridge
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