Bleakpoint Mountains

*"The mountain regions of Bleakpoint are wild and rebellious. So are the people who hail from the land. The frontier can be humbling and peaceful but dangerous and untamed."*

***- Marcario Moorehome, "The Monumental Land of Waesyn"***

The **Bleakpoint Mountains,** formerly known as Ambolina during the first cycle,is a region of Waesyn the lacks a unified government. It is comprised of five regions each with an unofficial capital of its own. It is the 'frontier' of Waesyn being a place that many thieves may go to hide, mercenaries may be hired or those seeking solitude retreat.

## People

The Bleakpoint Mountains has a variety of races and none of which are truly dominant. The frontier-nature tends to attract human races but anyone can be found wandering the peaks of Bleakpoint.

### Myconid

*Main article: Myconid*

The fungal species were accidentally grown in Bleakpoint due to the druidic society of Kasita Nadir being a gateway to the monstrosity realm of Immerosa. While Immerosa themselves have since abandoned Kasita Nadir-- the Myconid's stayed and have begun populating Kasita Nadir.

## Government

Bleakpoint lacks a unifying government with each of the five regions looking to an unofficial capital for guidance and help bring coalescence to the smaller towns surrounding said capital. Most towns still elect an official but the election process is hardly official and often is just giving an elder or passionate individual the title of "mayor." Larger towns and cities may have more official procedures such as Ru-Voga or Bleakburn, but those are unique compared to the rest of Bleakpoint.

## History

Bleakpoint was known as Ambolina during the reign fo the Sotteran empire. They had made plans to begin exploring the mountain region and use it for the rich minerals that could be found however the War of the Giants interrupted the process and what few settlements Bleakpoint had were either abandoned or destroyed before the war was over. The area was not properly bequeathed to noble house or group of people and has since gained a reputation for being the "frontier" of Waesyn.

Bleakpoint was a popular location for those seeking solitude as it was far away from the clashing of the newly formed human kingdoms. Many small group settled and created small communities and towns.

## Geography

The Bleakpoint Mountains host the largest mountain range in Waesyn, though not the tallest. Bleakpoint has a lot of lush areas full of various types of deciduous trees and rivers that can be used as transportation in any cardinal direction as long as you start at the right mountain.

Eastern Bleakpoint is rockier-- especially as you get closer to Karthyn. It still has some habitable areas though water is less plentiful and trees grow in clusters instead of all over.

North Bleakpoint is the flattest as it descends into Shura and becomes plains-- though no settlements are present.

## "County" Capitals

### Bleakburn

*Main article: Bleakburn*

Bleakburn is the largest city in all of the Bleakpoint Mountains and considered the unofficial capital of not only the Bleakburn region but the Bleakpoint Mountains as well. Bleakburn is the hub of trade throughout Bleakpoint attracting many venders, adventurers and even tourist. Most notably Bleakburn has a large arena with protective wards put in place by the local wizard Ezor Orius which brings combatants, betters and an audience from all throughout Waesyn.

### Mutepeak

*Main article: Mutepeak*

Mutepeak is a mountain village built by various springs that flow into Bleakpoint and Llewyn. The air is fresh, the water is clear and the birds are always active. Mutepeak has many mills to take advantage of the surrounding waters which makes it a fine producer of ciders and baked goods. Mutepeak also takes influence from its northern Llewyn neighbor and has a quant music hall that can serve as a theatre from time-to-time as well.

### Rosewood

*Main article: Rosewood*

Rosewood is the smallest of the five unofficial capitals of Bleakpoint and is perhaps only notable because of it's wealth. Rosewood was built by a Wynish noble, Tasoula Stathiadi, during the second cycle to escape politics and feuds with other kingdoms. Rosewood gets its name from the trees that grow exclusively in the area and Stathiadi's interest in flora has caused the creation of the renown "Rosewood botanical gardens."

### Ru-Voga

*Main article: Ru-Voga*

The swamp of Ru-Voga is nestled in the Beltar Wetlands region of Bleakpoint. It is co-governed by the Rothra Saureete clan and an elected mayor. Most of the people in Ru-Voga are of Shuran descent or Saureete however the proximity to Karthyn also leads to some Karthynian vendors and influence in the city. Ru-Voga has a small port, a decent market district and a fine destination for gamblers who wish to take a chance on the second floor of Kepp's (message brought to you by Kepp.)

### Thundermarch

*Main article: Thundermarch*

The large palisade fort that looks over the Thunderplains region is known as Thundermarch. Thundermarch is home to bounty hunters, mercenaries and treasure hunters when they aren't working-- or are just waiting to be hired. Besides a nearby mine, Thundermarch lacks a lot of resources and is mainly just larger version of the frontier towns scattered throughout the Thunderplains however it does have electric rods surrounding the perimeter that is used for various alchemical and magic items. Thundermarch is the best place to hire someone who doesn't mind getting their hands "dirty."

## Economy

All of the major cities are not aligned by politics in Bleakpoint but by economics. Trade is what keeps the five large cities thriving as they all have access to different resources. This also means that each city imports and exports from Waesynian Kingdoms independently and has differing trade-relations with greater Waesyn. Most of the Bleakpoint cities try to be self-sustaining if possible and are much poorer compared to cities of places like Villia or Llewyn. Bleakburn is the most successful economically in terms of wealth as Bleakish wood grows quickly and it strong, making them a go-to for those looking to purchase lumber.

## Religion

Religion's presence throughout the Bleakpoint Mountains varies. Most chapels are small and built by a traveling priest or missionary who decided to spread their belief in the somewhat lawless region. Bleakburn has the only Grand Cosmonious Cathedral in the whole region with other cities have small churches dedicated to specific gods of the Cosmonious. Since many races congregate in the area the people have a variety of beliefs but places of worship are limited.

## Culture

Those born and raised in Bleakburn are very independent in nature and see the rest of Waesyn as strict and having too many rules. Schools are often taught on a volunteer basis and many families prefer to teach their children by getting them a job instead of traditional education. Art from all around Waesyn can be found throughout Bleakpoint but it hasn't developed it's own style. Interpretive and impressionist art can go over the heads of those raised in the region as they prefer more realistic paintings and pieces. Singing songs and telling stories around a campfire is about as Bleakpoint as entertainment can get, with people preferring humble and interactive entertainment as opposed to going to na opera or music hall.