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Overwell Run

The **Overwell Run** is a river in the Lock. It flows north from Overwell Point, where it meets at a three way confluence with the Hollow Run and the Lower Junith. The Lower Junith then runs northwest before meeting with the Lock Run, which flows west toward the Rapid Run.

The river is known for its many winding passages and babbling brooks that flow peacefully through a wooded hillside.
Fossers Rank

"**Fossers Rank"** is a family-owned coop and brewing company operating out of Duzlock. The coop is owned by House Fosser, who operate out of two breweries within the city, as well as multiple properties and farms throughout the Lock.

Its primary commodities are alcoholic beverages, as well as the agriculture required for brewing. It is one of the few alroun coops in the south, as the tradition is more popular north of the Vhysalin Cliffs.
Cabrinaro Carmine

**Cabrinaro Carmine** is a dark red wine produced by various winemakers in Ralanos, most notably by Nosereave Wine Company. It is created from Cabrinaro grapes, one of the largest types of grapes in the land. The name "Carmine" comes from the Ralanic word "karmayna" which means "dark-red" or "reddish-black".

While Cabrinaro wines are some of the most popular in Ralanos, the Carmine is a more elegant and celebratory wine; it is usually opened on grand occasions, such as weddings, anointments, and birthdays. It is also extremely expensive, costing nearly 70 bren a bottle. The dark color comes from a longer fermentation period, which causes cabrinaro grapes to bruise, and sour. The result is a fruity but bitter taste.

According to the general gossip, it is King Artemis Ralan's favorite wine. Many accounts state that he ordered 300 cases for his wedding celebration, and not a single bottle remained within two nights.
OCDiego

**OCDiego** (Japanese: **クリーニフリー**, *Kurinifuri*) is a Rank C Restoration-attribute Merican Yo-kai of the Eerie tribe.

The Yo-kai Medalllium bio reads; *"Everyone, hide! Cause when this guy's around, you can't help but cleaning excessively!"*

OCDiego evolves into Neatsneak starting at Level 33.

## Abilities and Powers

OCDiego causes the inspirited to over-clean no matter what.
Beth Levington

**Beth Levington** is the eldest daughter of Overseer Jonas Levington. She plays a minor role in *Brewing of a Different Storm*.

## Appearance and Character

She is of average height, with large green eyes and thin brown hair.

Beth is smart and charming, but has little friends outside her family. Opposed to the typical likes of a Princess, she instead spends her time reading, and playing with her two magpies, Pica and Cissa.

## History

Born in Nezlock, she was the first of five children from Jonas Levington and Vivian Soleloc. As the eldest child, she spent much of her younger years assisting her siblings, and took pride in teaching them various tasks and duties. She took a liking to her Sodrants, Yvonne and Alyssa, claiming that she dreamed of becoming one herself.

## In the Books

### ***Brewing of a Different Storm***

Beth Levington sits with her family in the Ocean Room, where she hears of her father's plan for war.

While companying her grandfather, Jaimen Levington, Beth reveals some feelings she'd had recently about Brock Soleloc, including a sensation that something bad would soon happen.
Travellad

A **travellad** is a person who carries and transports money for others to and from banks. The job is taken very seriously, and has been deemed as one of the hardest occupations to obtain in Ralanos. Travellads sign contracts under the Royal Clad Reserve, swearing to the client's House until the job is completed. These contracts allow any punishment deemed appropriate if the travellad fails to complete a job.

Many travellads have been hunted, and almost every time, found, if they attempt to steal any portion of the money they are transporting. As a result, they are some of the most trusted people by Ruling Houses. To avoid assaults from others during jobs, travellads often disguise their caravans as traveling merchants, couriers, or prisoner transporters. They may also hire a broane to accompany them.
Andren Colgarry

**Andren Colgarry** is the current Chief of the Skiddam Association. He is the son of Andrus Colgarry, a former coop owner of three of the most successful coops in Goelyn.

Born in the Grillex, he joined his father's coop, "Mayberry", when he was sixteen. He took a liking to Skiddam at a young age, following the Goelyn Cavaliers with his father and brothers across the land. After three years in the coop, he began working as a distributor of leather and hides in the Grillex, many of which he sold to the Skiddam Association, who used the leather to create the game balls. He built a strong relationship with members of the Association, working his way to head distributor of the commodities.

At the age of twenty-four, he was hired by the Skiddam Association to work as a travellad and advisor. He left his father's coop a year later, to begin working full-time with the organization. After thirty-two years working numerous jobs for the Association, he took over as Chief in 1131 UA.
The Feral Legion

**The Feral Legion** is an underground society and cabal that dates back to the early 600's UA. Nearly all of the members embrace the Feral Touch, a special power that is said to have originated in the Forest of Forbidden Sanctums. The touch causes heightened senses, and small flashes, or visions, of things that usually happen in the near future.

While the society has been relatively dormant for the better part of the current millennium, its dubious history and known affiliation with the Order of Drants has left an imprint within the Royal System of Ralanos. Most of the members follow and swear upon the writings of the Song Wolf, an sacred book said to give prophetic reason to the Legion's existence, and whose author is unknown. Many members also retain extensive knowledge of the Wexlaren mythos.

## History

The Legion is said to trace back to the early 600's UA, forming out of various scholarly societies within the academic institutes, particularly in the south. The first known documentation of the society dates back to 609 UA, in an essay pertaining to the First Laren Wars published by the Drant Academy of Duzlock. The essay highlighted the efforts of scholars to create a club for those who believed to inherit the Feral Touch, as well as a possible theory that these powers came from the results of the wars fought in the 300's UA. The essay also explored the life of Dipler, a famed warrior and hunter who played a major role in the wars, and his fabled "wolves".

Rumors of the newly formed society were quick to spread within the academic institutes, with many scholars and Drants bothered by the claims of these "powers". Word soon made its way to the capital, and the King was quick to condemn the Legion and its founders, even going so far as to send an issue of disbandment to the members within the Drant Academy of Duzlock. When the members failed to cooperate with the orders of the Drant Academy and the King, they were expelled from the school and banned from most academic institutes. These actions, however, failed to deter the group from expanding, and by the mid 600's UA, mentions of the Legion spread throughout the south, and as far north as the Highlands. In 677 UA, members of the Legion are said to have experienced mutual visions regarding the Wexlaren, which is rumored to have potentially initiated the Second Laren Wars.

By the mid 700's UA, the Feral Legion had established itself as a continent-wide cabal that was built upon the writings of the Song Wolf. While the author of the text is unknown, many believe it to be Dipler, giving him a legendary status among the Ferals. The text also contains extensive lore regarding the Wexlaren dating back before the Arrival of the First Man, and speaks on the Feral Being, who the Wexlaren believe created the continent of Ralanos long before the arrival of humans. Though the original text has been damaged and impaired, many efforts have been made to restore the writings to their authentic state. However, outsiders often regard the Song Wolf as misleading and nonsensical, particularly following the events of the Second Laren Wars.
Battle at the Harbor

The **Battle at the Harbor** was a small set of battles in 1040 UA fought in the Nezlock Inlet, mainly on Greenwood Island and on the shores of Boyce Harbor. The main combatants were the Sevreanic Brigade and the Nez Wing, with minor involvement from the Bayers Army.

The war began after Lord William "Bill" Boyce denied access past Greenwood Island to a small fleet of trading vessels delivering goods for coops within the Sevreanic League. The first bloodshed took place nearly a week later, when the Sevreanic Brigade, who had been blockading the town, was attacked by troops from the Nez Wing.

House Montimore was forced to support House Boyce, due to the fact that it was their troops being used in the attacks. However, not only were the attacks not carried out by House Montimore, but the initial denial of access was against the legal rights Bill Boyce pertained. At the end of the war, House Boyce was stripped of their title as a Swornhouse, and Bill Boyce mysteriously vanished, with many claiming that he sailed south off the continent with little food or supplies.

###  Incident at Boyce Harbor

In 1040 UA, Bill Boyce denied access past his seat of Boyce Harbor to a small fleet of five trading vessels. The vessels were delivering a variety of seafood, shellfish, and fishing bait to Nezlock from Port Lanebridge. All of the goods were being traded as part of contracts between coops. After being denied access, the ships first tried to sail west to dock at Maynard Hall, but Bill Boyce confronted the distributors and claimed they were illegally sailing up the inlet.

### Aftermath and Sevreanic Involvement

The ships were forced to return to Port Lanebridge, and by then, most of the goods were spoiled. The coops in contract confronted Vassal Martin Spero, who deflected the matter to the Sevreanic League. When the coops reported a grievance to the League, the Sevreanic Brigade soon began an investigation. The Seafarers Guild (the fleet for the Sevreanic Brigade), soon sailed to Boyce Harbor, and interrogated Bill Boyce after docking without permission.

Bill Boyce pleaded that he was ruling within his legal rights, and that now he was being antagonized by the Guild. According to multiple accounts, a meeting between the Sevreanic Brigade and Bill Boyce lasted nearly half a day, and no agreements could be made. When Bill Boyce asked them to leave, the Brigade took it amongst themselves to blockade the island, and deny all ships to depart or enter Boyce Harbor.

The blockade lasted five days before Boyce troops, part of the Nez Wing, were commanded to attack one of the ships. The ship sunk, leading to the first bloodshed and the beginning of the war.
Terry Fen

The **Terry Fen** is a bog and marshland in the northeast of the Votlen, just west of Marg's Tavern along Ragesun Road. It features a large system of rivers, ponds and lakes, including Lake Nylan, that flow north into Ragesun Bay near Nylan's Post. It is known for its unique and diverse wildlife, including many endemic species of reptiles, amphibians and fish.

The town of Terryfen sits at its southern extent, named for Nylan Terry, who explored the area in the early 100's UA.
Merrian's & Co.

**Merrian's & Co.** is a footwear and accessory establishment in Duzlock. It was founded in 812 UA by Merrian Tayley, a trader and distributor from Vallan's Town.

## In the Books

***Raining on a Tasteless World***

Alderyn Garth meets with Olec Sonder, who claims to have access to a secret hideout known by many Logaryns. Olec enters Merrian's and asks for a size ten shoe in a mahogany leather, granting him access. There, he steals multiple documents and contracts pertaining to Elwyn Logaryn and Nezlock, unveiling a corrupt and illegal blockage of goods to the other Lock Cities.
Mazlock

Ruler of the Lock Cities

Sevreanic Brigade

Mazlock is the smallest of the three Lock Cities in Ralanos. Located in Mazlock Tropics, it was created in 528 UA to protect the land from the jungle covering the peninsula.

It is the seat of House Garth, the Overseeing House, led by Wilmer Garth. It is officially ruled by House Logaryn of Duzlock.

The city is known for its bank of the same name, created in 845 UA. The bank is prestigious, with many of the wealthiest residents storing their money, knowing it has a low chance of being compromised due to the city's isolation. Currently, the bank is owned and operated by twin brothers Faederic and Clead Garth, brothers of the Overseer.

The city itself is fortified, with a large wall surrounding it, mainly to protect it from outside creatures, many of which are dangerous to humans. The Maz Wing has a specific branch dedicated to protecting the area from these creatures, and is stationed in the nearby Raintown, which sits on the Sweetwater Peninsula.

While many of the residents are often questioned on why they choose to live in the city, there is a large sense of pride within the community. It is, for the most part, an extremely safe and peaceful city to live in, though many other southerners would say otherwise. Still, Mazlock remains an important part to the southern culture of Ralanos, and has earned its right to remain a major city in the land.
Lake Sweetwater

**Lake Sweetwater** is a lake on the Sweetwater Peninsula in Mazlock Tropics. The lake acts as an oasis and feeding ground for much of the wildlife in the region, including snarljaws, mossfens, and swamp cats. The lake flows into two rivers, the East and West Sweetwater Rush, before flowing into the South Sea.

The lake, as well as the peninsula, takes its name for the literal sweet taste of the water, savored by many of the animals inhabiting the nearby regions. The thick wood of the jungle ends nearly halfway up the lake from the south, with a small brush dominating the northern banks of the lake, where many sloughs and mires are found.

Unlike Lake Wyatt, the only other lake in the Tropics, the water of Lake Sweetwater is non-drinkable to humans, and in the past, has led to parasites and disease. Instead, the residents of Mazlock take water from Lake Wyatt, and distribute it to Raintown, Sweetwater, and the Docks.
Swannsong

**Swannsong** is a town on Swann Island in the Isles of Noor, and is the seat of House Rudigal. It is the second largest town by population in the Isles, second only to Noor. A popular port, it sits on the tail of the swan shaped island, less than a day's voyage from Yovaris.

House Rudigal founded Swannsong on a boar inhabited island in the early 500's UA, hoping to supply meat and tusks to the capital. The boars are now hunted in moderation, to protect the species native to the island.

Swannsong is home to the popular fishing and boar meat coop, "Song of the White". They have been criticized mightily for their distribution of tusks, which many view as unlawful and inhumane.
Vhysalin River

The **Vhysalin River** is the largest river in Ralanos. The river's source comes from the Tri Lakes, made up by Lake Isshnu, Laren Lake and Lake Theresa. The lakes flow from the north (Isshnu), the northeast (Laren), and the east (Theresa), joining at the Terrent. While the actual river begins at the confluence, the tributary from Lake Isshnu is still considered the Vhysalin, with the Laren Connect and River Theresa making up the other two main tributaries.

#### Flux

The Vhysalin flows west and northwest until it reaches Vhysalin Banks, where the river narrows and acts as an important crossing. It then flows south and meets with its first confluence, the Gname River, and soon after meets with the Kaladan Connect.

The river continues southward and meets at two confluences, one with the Goelyn Connect and the other from Coglin Run. Once it reaches the Vhysalin Cliffs, the river becomes a waterfall, descending the mountains, until it eventually flows into the Rapid Run, meeting with two tributaries, the Claw Run and the Lock River. Past the rapids, the Vhysalin flows into Duzlock Bay.

#### Use

Vhysalin River plays a major role in trading, farming, and transport throughout Ralanos. Many cities and towns depend on its water, often for crops and cattle.

Trading goods are often sent south on the river, especially meat, poultry, and wheat farmed in Goelyn's Highlands. In the turn of the seasons, the change in the river's flow allows for goods to be sent north.
Eldred Mavrick

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**Eldred Mavrick** is a cheeky fucking bastard who chills with Tomas Bull for a bit in *Raining.* They meet up at Cliffview around two thirds of the way through the story. Eldred is from Mavrick Ranch, his family's estate just northeast of Goelyn. The estate includes a small hamlet, a cattle ranch, and a bunch of other cool shit.

Only bad part is, he hates his family and has basically been on the "run".. not really, he's kind of just traveling around with a shit ton of his family's money he may or may not have swindled, but either way his parents hate him back.

He is a classy fucker, wearing formal attire at most times, kind of like TheReportoftheWeek... in fact, watching his vids made me think to make this guy..

Okay maybe Eldred isn't based on Reviewbrah, but his family should be in a feud just like the Big Country.
Westward

"**Westward"** is a prominent trading coop in the eastern Lock, primarily in the city of Nezlock. The coop focuses its commodities in linens, fabrics, and silks, also trading and selling clothing on occasion. The coop's current owner is Crand Bayrich, who was given the position after Jonas Levington was appointed as Overseer of Nezlock.

## History

The coop was founded in 1013 UA by Neville Morren, the younger brother of past Overseer Arnold Morren. Neville founded the coop after the disbandment of "Shagged Dry", a trading coop that mainly sold towels and sheets. He had been the Head Distributor for cloth and linen in the coop, and used his knowledge to begin a coop focusing primarily in textiles, and not final products like towels. He was close trading partners with Dorris Lachance, a wealthy farmer who owned the coop "Clouded Farms", a large manufacturer of wool and cotton. This connection allowed Neville to strive in the commodity, quickly giving the coop a known persona within the Lock trading rings.

The coop's logo is a large black arrow pointing west over a dark blue field. Crand Bayrich has done well with Westward, honing great success entering his twelfth year as owner.
Jaded Claw

**Jaded Claw** is one of the nine major cities in Ralanos. It is the second smallest in size and third in population. Known for its unique culture, as well as the land around it, Jaded Claw is often called "the Vibrant Capital of Ralanos".

The city's isolation and distance from other major cities and towns has created a unique and independent cultural society within the towns on the Isles. While they do abide to the laws of the Royal Regime, frequent neglect from the Kingdom has led to a more distanced allegiance between the two.

## History

### **Formation and Purpose**

The city was created in 497 UA, along with Nezlock, following the Septennial Grand Council the year prior, when then-King Barinald II Ralan and Eorydal Logaryn sought to populate the land's eastern and western extents. While some settlements had already formed in the Jaded Claw Isles, primarily by traders and fishermen, Jaded Claw was built on the shore from scratch.

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Lake Isshnu

**Lake Isshnu**is one of the Tri Lakes, found in the southern portion of the Forest of Forbidden Sanctums, where the forest begins. The lake flows south into the Vhysalin River, meeting at the Terrent with the other two tributaries of the Tri Lakes. The town of Isshnu can be found along the river on the border of the Forest and Goelyn's Highlands.

The lake is known for its usage by the Wexlaren, who take water from the lake north to Woodhaven. Because the tributary is considered the Vhysalin River, the lake technically acts as the river's main source.
Duzlock Bay

**Duzlock Bay** is a large body of water in southern Ralanos, occupying much of the habitable coastline of the South Sea. The bay acts as a major trading hub in the south, almost always occupied by trading vessels and fleets. The south's largest city, Duzlock, sits on the bay's northern shores, where the Vhysalin River flows into the bay via the Rapidrun Rush.

### Geography

The bay is shaped by the Lanebridge Peninsula to the east, the Sweetwater Peninsula to the west, and the Lock to the north. The Bigly Islands also shape the bay and act as a natural barrier from the South Sea. The city of Mazlock sits near the bay's westernmost point, where the Snarljaw River flows in from the Tropics.

Aside from Duzlock, the largest port is Port Lanebridge, which also acts as a gate into the bay. Other important ports surrounding the bay are Southport, Harbortown, Elbrom and the Docks. There are no islands within the bay, north of the Bigly's. The openness of the waters has been known to cause crashes, as no defined route has been established for ships.
The Galag

**The Galag** is currently the only prison in Ralanos, located in one of the two Goelyn sub-cities, Goelyn's Galag. The sub-city was named for the prison, which existed long before the Goelyn's split in 1045 UA. Unlike a city's dungeons, or a town's jail, the Galag contains permanent convicts, and currently has over 10,000 inmates.

Founded in 433 UA as Goelyn's main dungeon, it is currently operated and guarded by the Royal Justice System, currently led by George Vuntrey. The Ruling House of Goelyn's Galag (currently House Wyntell), also has partial control over the administration of the prison, and has discretion to elect new officials as they see fit.
Olivara

An **olivara** is a medium-sized rodent found in the Lower Votlen and the Jaded Claw Mountains. Discovered by and named after famous zooler Oliver Fenn, their size may range from a full-grown rat to a small wolf.

Olivaras are known for their use of burrows, and various creative dwellings along the northern base of the Jaded Claw Mountains. They are territorial and likely to attack if disturbed. Olivaras are omnivores, eating mainly small rodents, fish, insects, and plants or berries.
Soetin Arbin

**Soetin Arbin** is the youngest daughter of Curtis Arbin and Sayvin Elouese. Along with her sisters, she is a Princess of Kaladan, co-ruling over the city.

She is one of the major characters in *Brewing of a Different Storm*

## Appearance and Character

Soetin is short and slim with light blonde hair and blue eyes.  Her beauty and well-endowment are marveled upon by many. She carries quite the promiscuous attitude, often leading to trouble.

Gaffney Jayne claimed she would be the most beautiful girl the world had ever seen shortly after her birth. She is more clever and rambunctious than her sisters, and is considered the “wild child” of the family.

## Books

***Brewing of a Different Storm***

Soetin is upset at Sayvin after hearing of the plan to visit Yovaris, which her mother kept a secret.

In Yovaris, she flirts heavily with Petyr, though is denied after undressing in front of him the first night there.  She sasses Alexander and Jay, shutting down their attempts at flirting.

The night she returns to Kaladan, she and Petyr take each other’s virginities.  They continue their sexual aggression throughout Petyr’s stay, until Petyr catches Jay pushing his limits on an attempt to lay with Soetin, which she calls “rape”.  She keeps it a secret on Petyr’s request.
Olec Sonder

**Olec Sonder** is a merchant and brothel owner from Duzlock. He is the current owner of the Red Eyed Den, a popular brothel in Duzlock.

## History

Born into a wealthy family, Olec doubled his riches at an early age as a result of flipping products and giving private loans to traders and merchants.

At nineteen, he bought the Red Eyed Den, a failing Duzlock Brothel formerly owned by a Coop. In a matter of five years, he revitalized the business, turning the brothel into one of the most prominent within the city.

He is well-versed and educated, having taken private scholarly lessons with the Drant Academy of Duzlock. He is a proficient lute player and drummer, and sometimes performs for his guests at the brothels with a small band of musicians.

## Appearance and Character

Olec is tall and handsome, with short blonde hair and deep hazel eyes. Though not known as a fighter or an instigator, his well-built figure often intimidates brothel-goers and businessmen alike.

He is quite pompous and boastful, oftentimes showing off his fortune and talents. However, he is smart and astute, with a strong ability to read people and situations.

## Books

***Raining on a Tasteless World***

Olec Sonder meets Kent Logaryn at the Red Eyed Den, who has come in search for his brother.
Lower Votlen

The **Lower Votlen** is the southernmost portion of the Votlen that borders Mara's Ridge. The area is considered to be any land south of Brushing and Bayou Lake, stretching west to Shell's Port and the West Sea, and east to Olifen and Rodgen Deeps.

Coincidentally, the land features a number of hills near the Ridge, which lead to marshes and mires alike. Chancelin, a town that once homed the famous zooler, Oliver Fenn, sits in a deep lowland that floods into a semi-large lake during Northstream. During Southstream, farmers can harvest an array of fungi native to the area. The town, however, is usually evacuated during the short season.

The area has been subject to recent disputes between the Royal System and the various Ruling Houses of the towns along Turtle Bay over the construction of the Lower Votlen Pass. The road would run from Veltruve to Shell's Port, allowing for easier trade between the Jaded Claw Isles and Ragesun Road. However, the cost of the numerous bridges that would need to be created to cross rivers like Brushing Run, has led to a failed vote within the Royal Council.
Rosemary Wood

**Rosemary Wood** was a female bastard who married into the Ralan dynasty lineage, causing a small civil conflict between members of the House which ended in multiple casualties, including her own.

The bastard had met Darien Ralan, the second Prince after his one year older brother Barnemis, at a wedding for the brother's cousin. Working as a stable girl during the festivities, she instantly connected with Darien and the two formed a quick relationship, marrying not three months after meeting. They didn't hesitate to produce a child, named Darien Ralan II.

Conflict arose when their child turned two, and grew sick with a deadly virus. Darien spent most of his earnings on treatment for his child, but to no avail. Darien pleaded to his family for help, which he didn't receive because of his controversial decision to marry a bastard. Darien's money depleted within a fortnight, leaving the man poor and depressed. His dying son continued treatment with a House Madrant, Euwelle, until he inevitably died not soon after.

Darien, not being able to handle the loss, and the neglect from his family, turned aggressively rampant, threatening his own family and even his wife. After a night of heavy drinking, he found Madrant Euwelle within Ragesun Keep, and stabbed him to death. He escaped the city on foot, with the Royal Guard soon pursuing him.

King Artemis soon created a plan with Rosemary Wood and Prince Barnemis, to lure Darien into an ambush using his wife. While Rosemary at first declined the plan, she eventually agreed after "spending a night with Barnemis". The plan was a success, and King Artemis was able to arrest his son, and sentence him to go on trial. Rosemary Wood was rewarded greatly for her actions and courage, receiving an honor from House Ralan, and the option to obtain a House surname and sigil. Rosemary declined the offer, choosing to continue as a bastard.

Within the next two months, she had begun a risque relationship with Barnemis, which was hidden for some time. Eventually, the relationship was revealed to the family, conveniently after the death of Artemis, leaving Barnemis as the King of Ralanos. He soon had a child with Rosemary, whom he named Arenald. It was his only child with Rosemary.

A year into Barnemis' reign, Rosemary Wood was suddenly murdered, the killer never being found. The murder sent the capital into high alert and hysteria, though it calmed over time. Barnemis never took another woman, and lived out his reign as a loyal single father and a substantial King. Upon his death, his son, Arenald, became King, and had three children of his own to continue the dynasty.
Sintray Carmador

**Sintray Carmador** was a Lord of House Carmador, known for settling much of the Western Lock. Both Sintray's Fjord and Sintray's Bay are named for him. He was the great grandson of Landry Carmador, a legendary soldier who successfully ended the First Laren Wars.

He is featured in the Longview Museum of the First Kings, in the ancestral home of House Carmador, Fort Longview.
Prince's Point

**Prince's Point** is a town on the shores of Lake Gessler, which sits at the base of the Jaded Claw Mountains eastern most exterior. The town lies just west of Ragesun Road, and just north of Coglin.

The town features a magnificent castle looming over the town from a large hill. The castle was originally a fort, but has since been converted into a lodge and a popular vacationing spot. Prince's Point earned its name from the frequent visits of the late King Aldoris Ralan, when he was still the heir to the throne.
Wedelin Woodwidge

**Wedelin Woodwidge** is the widowed mother of Wilmer Garth, the Overseer of Mazlock. She currently resides in the Eye with Wilmer and his family, caring for the children as well as the Keep. She is part of the House Council, however, she refused Wilmer's offer of becoming a Sodrant because of her strong disliking of the Order of Drants. Instead, she is listed as an unpaid advisor.

Born in Junith Falls, Wedelin previously lived in Nezlock and Duzlock before marrying Veztin Garth and moving to the Tropics. She worked for a popular courier service while in Duzlock, where she met the current Madrant of House Levington, Quentin Ciderian. While little has been said about this acquaintanceship, Wilmer believes it was what caused her to distrust the council system and stand heavily against Drants of any kind.
Vhysalin Cliffs

The **Vhysalin Cliffs** are a mountain range and escarpment that run along the southern edge of Goelyn's Highlands. They act as the natural border between the Highlands and the Lock, reaching as far east as Nezlock Road.

Wexlaren folklore states that the cliffs were formed as a result of "The World's Cry", a catastrophic event that they believe led to the arrival of the first man. Today, its location leads to difficulties for travelers and traders alike, who find it terribly hard to descend the cliffs. A system of pulleys, levers and ramps have been put in set to ease traders distributing goods along Ragesun Road.
Longview Museum of the First Kings

The **Longview Museum of the First Kings** is a museum in the town of Longview, found within the fort of the same name. The small museum features some of the artifacts used in the First Rebellion, the first major war in Ralanos fought near the end of the First Kings' regime. Among these items is the popular sword "Lockheed", used by Landry Carmador II to end the rebellion.
The Hanging Gardens

- Can only be completed by one town at a time.

- Cannot be sabotaged by a spy once completed

## Overview

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon were one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one whose location has not been definitely established. (Probably destroyed by Rubicon)

Traditionally they were said to have been built in the ancient city of Babylon, near present-day Hillah, Babil province, in Iraq. The Babylonian priest Berossus, writing in about 290 BC and quoted later by Josephus, attributed the gardens to the Neo-Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II, who ruled between 605 and 562 BC. There are no extant Babylonian texts which mention the gardens, and no definitive archaeological evidence has been found in Babylon.

Via Wikipedia

## Benefits

* Increases crop growth rates by 25% across the civilization.
* Grants Health Regeneration half heart per tick when inside city borders(useful while defending city)
* Grants an additional 10% growth rate bonus across the civilization for each Grapes being used by the Civilization.
Bison Well

**Bison Well** is a town in the northern Highlands. As the name suggests, it was once known for the large population of bison in the area, and as a prominent trading village in the 600-700's UA. Today, it is considered a near ghost town, with only a few remaining permanent residents, usually extremely seclusive and often dangerous. Travelers are often advised to avoid the area.

The town takes its name from an old folktale dating back to the 300's, in which a massive bison falls into the popular "Bison Well" in the middle of the town, only to emerge unharmed. The story has changed drastically throughout the years, and is now a popular bedtime tale for children.

## History

In the 600's, the town was known as a popular trading village and outpost, usually for cattle merchants and farmers. Many traders from Jaeldt would use the town as a stop while heading toward Ragesun Road. In the late 600's, Bison hunting reached its peak, and the population of the species lessened by nearly half within the decade. In 714, the hunt of the animal became banned, however the species eventually became extinct by the 900's.

In the mid to late 700's, two settlements, Montgrove and Plainview, were constructed as more prominent outposts for traders; the latter became an extremely popular location to farm a variety of crops, particularly potatoes, onions, lettuce, and other vegetables that benefited from the soil. The new towns devastated the business of Bison Well, and many of the village's residents moved elsewhere.

By the turn of the millennium, Bison Well had less than fifty residents. It was nearly knocked from the Ralanos Settlements Index in 1045 UA, but is still used sparsely for travel and maintained its title. Today, it is home to a secluded group who rarely venture away from the town. Travelers often hear stories of mishaps and disappearances linked with Bison Well, and the overall view toward the town is not a good one.
The Forest of Forbidden Sanctums

The **Forest of Forbidden Sanctums**, also referred to as the "**Forest**" or the "**Great Forest**", is a massive wooded region in northern Ralanos. It stretches from Lake Isshnu in the south to as far north as Lake Elke, and as far east as Laren Lake and the East Sea. The lush forest contains the city of Woodhaven, home of the Wexlaren race, as well as a few other settlements.

Tremendous in size and incredibly dense, the forest is considered by many as the birthplace of life on the continent. Though the Wexlaren history is extensive, it is particularly fable-filled and mystical in the writings and historical scripts, leaving humans unsure of the true nature of the continent's origin. Its current name was issued by King Aroldis Ralan in 326 UA, following the events of the First Laren Wars.

## History

According to Wexlaren folklore, the Forest, as well as the continent as a whole, is a product of a creature known as "the Feral Being", who is now regarded as perhaps the most legendary creature of all time, and who is subject to an extensive history of sightings. The Being is said to have created the Wexlaren race, which developed peacefully within the Forest for over a thousand years before the World's Cry, a catastrophic event that obliterated the land, allegedly triggered by the Arrival of the First Man.

While much of the landscape was impacted by the event, the Forest remained intact, and continued to be the home for the race throughout their eventual contact with humans, and the subsequent history that followed. A number of events, including the First and Second Laren Wars, have presented danger to the Forest in the past, but the main source of harm over the centuries has been the result of wood farming, particularly on the Forest's southern border with Goelyn's Highlands.
Longview

**Longview** is a town in western Ralanos, and is the seat of House Carmador. The town sits on the western exterior of the Window Woods, near the base of Mount Carmador. The town features Fort Longview, built into the side of the mountain.

Fort Longview is known for holding one of the most famous swords in Ralanos history, "Lockheed", used by Landry Carmador II. The town is known for its various bridges that cross a number of streams and brooks running through the area. On the western face of the mountain sits Hope Well Hills, a small community featuring many exquisite mansions and homes.
Yovaris

**Yovaris** is the capital of Ralanos. It is located in the Outskirts, to the far west, overlooking Ragesun Bay.

### Location

Forest of Forbidden Sanctums Outskirts, Northwest Ralanos

### Rulers

The Royal FamilyHouse Ralan

King Artemis Ralan II

The King of the Land

### Military

Ragesun Army, Lead by House Ralan and Mormare

### Institutions

The Baron SchoolThe Drant Academy of Yovaris

Institute of Trade and Craft

### Notable Places

Ragesun KeepThe Trade District

The Royal Docks

King's Point

### Founder

Varis Ralan

The city holds Ragesun Keep, the seat of the Royal Family of Ralanos and the King of the Land. The current King is Artemis II of House Ralan. The crescent shaped city sits on the tip of the Ragesun Peninsula, in close proximity to Ragesun Island. The city's climate rarely changes, and there is not much rainfall during Northstream. While the city is densely populated, a majority of civilians are wealthy and the lifestyle overall is peaceful and safe. The only city larger than Yovaris is Goelyn.

Yovaris was the first settlement in Ralanos, founded by Varis Ralan, the first official High King of Ralanos and the first King of the Ralan Dynasty. The settlement, at the time named Ralanaris, spawned from Varis Ralan and ally Phasyn Logaryn settling on the Peninsula. After venturing farther south, Phasyn settled the second future city, Duzlock. By Varis' death, the population of Ralanos had grown substantially, spawning settlements in all directions from the capital.

Many of the wealthiest residents of Yovaris are traders, who own trading vessels kept in The Royal Docks. The city features three of the most elite schools in the land, including the Baron School, where most Ralan Kings have attended before taking their reign. The city also features the Drant Academy of Yovaris, widely considered the most prestigious Drant school in the land.
Fort Longview

**Fort Longview** is a small fortress in Longview and is the home of House Carmador. The fortress is famous for its architecture, built deep into the side of Mount Carmador, and made of a mixture of wood, stone, and andesite. Along with House Carmador, House Odnar also holds a spot on the council, co-occupying the fort.

The Longview Museum of the First Kings is found within the Fort, which had flourished in the past as a popular tourist destination, but has gone unnoticed as of late. The museum is famous for holding "Lockheed" an ancient sword used by Landry Carmador II to end the First Rebellion.
Cladsman

A **Cladsman** is a head financial advisor to a House, and is usually on the House Council. The term primarily encompasses the Royal House, and the Vassal and Overseeing Houses of the major cities of Ralanos.

They are usually appointed by the Ruler of the House. The Cladsman of the Royal House is usually referred to as the King's Cladsman and is among the most renowned within the realm in financial dealings. The current King's Cladsman is James Gyldipas.

## Duties

Cladsmen are responsible for a variety of matters, which include:

* Advising the Ruler of the House both financially and socio-economically
* Maintaining the House's ledgers and receipts
* Borrowing money and making loans, as well as appointing travellads
* Appointing other financial advisors, including the Mondal Triad in the case of the King's Cladsman
* Overseeing a number of positions and offices throughout the House's respective city

## History

The use of a Cladsman dates back to the Age of Beginnings, with the first recorded Cladsman appointed in 233 UA. Since, the position has become integral to all kings in the Ralan Dynasty, playing a major part in most financial decisions made by the King.
Duzlock

Capital of the Lock Cities

Ruler of the Lock Cities

Elwyn Logaryn

Valley Cottage District

**Duzlock** is the largest city in the south, and the capital of the Lock Cities. It is found along the northern banks of Duzlock Bay, in the west-central portion of the Lock.

The city is the seat of House Logaryn, who have controlled Duzlock since the Age of Beginnings. Its current Vassal is Elwyn Logaryn, who, along with the rest of the Duzlock Vassals, also has much control over Nezlock and Mazlock, the other two Lock Cities.

It is considered the main trading hub of the south, sitting on the mouth of the Vhysalin River into Duzlock Bay. As a result, much of the population consists of traders, merchants, vendors, and distributors, many of whom work under the Sevreanic League. The southern sector of the Sevreanic League can also be found in the city.

For a number of reasons, the townsfolk are often deemed snobby and pretentious by outsiders. As of late, the reputation of Vassal Elwyn Logaryn has put a negative aura on the city and its people.

## History

Phasyn Logaryn settled in what is now Duzlock around 45 UA. The city's name derives from the Ralanic word "duzys", meaning "central" or "center". 'Lock' was taken from the recently named region, Ta Lok, expressing the geographic hold of the region within the Vhysalin Cliffs.

It took a few decades for the settlement to be anything more than an outpost, however due to the highly fertile soil and ever-growing list of newly discovered fauna and flora, many citizens found themselves moving south to pursue opportunities.
Jaeldt

**Jaeldt** is a farming town in Goelyn's Highlands, just north of the Vhysalin River. The town sits just west of the Terrent, and slightly northwest of Cellade on the other side of the river. Jaeldt is the largest producer and distributor of cattle and beef in Ralanos, due to the abundance of cows on the northern banks of the Vhysalin. The name "Jaeldt" comes from the Ralanic word for "cow".

The town is the seat of House Huebrin, one of the wealthiest Houses in Goelyn's Highlands. The Huebrins also control the town of Vhysalin Banks, where the closest crossing of the Vhysalin River can be found. Because of the rather far distance between towns, most of the cattle farmed in Jaeldt is sent directly down the river through the use of riverboats. Jaeldt provides beef for both Kaladan and Goelyn, making it a strong ally of both cities, and coating the town with protection.
Lockhart

**Lockhart** is a large town in the Lock. The town takes its name from its location near the center of the region's valley. It is the seat of House Nance, and is a major trading hub in the south. Lockhart sits just northwest of the Runlock Woods, where the Runlock meets with Vallan's Run.

Originally a fortress, the town is like a city, compact and walled in. It was a major holding point in the Cagewall Rebellion, and hosted one of the south's largest battles in history. House Nance was hailed as the new Ruling House shortly after the end of the rebellion, leading to the only genocide in Ralanos history. As a result of the events, many townsfolk claim the town is haunted, with numerous sightings of shadowy figures.
Solomon's Ridge

**Solomon's Ridge** is a town in northern Ralanos, located in the Forest of Forbidden Sanctum Outskirts. The town is the most northernmost in Ralanos, situated inland on the peninsula of the same name. Due to its isolation, the town has very few visitors, and the main residents are mostly fishermen and traders, whose routes run along the northwestern shores of the Outskirts, to cities like Unguard, Orness, Easin Coast and Raven Hook.

The town is the seat of House Solomon, a small House that has controlled the town since its settlement. The current Lord of House Solomon, Arnald Solomon, carries quite a negative persona from others, though the House remains well respected as traders.
Eviy Byrd

**Eviy Byrd** is a noblewoman and a former Sodrant from Duzlock. She currently resides within Merchant's Keep, the ancestral home of House Logaryn, working as an advisor and doctor. She also teaches classes at Southern Solitude, the Royal School of Duzlock.

Eviy is known for her mystical attitude, claiming herself a sage at a young age, and a prophet considered by some. This enigmatic persona has led many to believe her powers as a hoax, which is still heavily debated by most.
Ubix al Goelyn

**Ubix al Goelyn**, also known as **Ubix the Settler**, and **Ubix the Worthy**, was a First King, and the founder of the now extinct House Goelyn. According to sources, he was the first human to set foot in the Highlands, and settled the city of Goelyn along the eastern banks of the lake of the same name.

There is a large floor dedicated to his efforts in the Museum of the First Kings, in Longview. He is revered by many scholars as the second greatest leader in Ralanos history, after Varis Ralan.
Ridge Streets

The **Ridge Streets** is the most popular district in Port Lanebridge. The name is derived from the two streets that run east to west on either side of Ridge Row, the first being Ridge Run to the North, and to the south, Port Street. Both streets are heavily trafficked and feature a plethora of vendors, stores, coop operations, taverns, and other establishments of high class. Often regarded as the cultural hub of the south, many wealthy noble folk and prominent sailors flood the area for both economic and social endeavors.

## History

Built in the early 400s UA, the area was originally designed for smiths, tailors, and trade workshops, and quickly became one of the poorer sections of the Port. It continued this trend for some 300 years before the new presence of trading guilds, particularly fishing and seafood, sparked a complete renovation of the area. Guilds soon set up fronts amongst the workshops, leading to a boom in commerce across the city.

Following the Cagewall Rebellion, the rise of the Sevreanic League made the Ridge Streets into a known name across the land. The district featured some of the most prominent coops, and construction soon began for more buildings and better architecture to house the growing population. This did, however, lead to tension between wealth classes, and fights were quick to break out between the poor and the rich for the course of a four years.
Kaladan Connect

The **Kaladan Connect** is a river and tributary of the Vhysalin River that flows through the city of Kaladan. The river splits Kaladan into several districts, with a large moat surrounding Viewpoint Keep in the middle of the city. The river also forces travelers to pass through the Road's Gate when going either north or south on Ragesun Road, or putting them far out of their way into the Jaded Claw Mountains to the west.
Priden

A **priden** is a large mammal native to Goelyn's Highlands. It is a close relative to the mountain cougar or purple claw lynx, with large paws and a muscular physique. Male priden feature a small mane, while female priden look more cat-like in their facial appearance.

Priden are carnivores, and are known for their spectacular hunting abilities. They most commonly hunt plainstriders, gazzel deer, and other Highlands beasts, but have been known to hunt elasiryhn and even trunters. They are extremely territorial, and become easily aggressive, capable of killing a full grown man with ease. For that reason, they are hunted for sport, though the action is now deemed illegal according to the National Fauna and Flora Index.