Ir-Tarin
| Ir-Tarin | |
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| Type | Waystation |
| Location | Deep Road between Zarik-Val and Surnaketh, 30 miles from Zarik-Val |
| Realm | Terasil |
| Inhabitants | Duranthi |
| Controlled by | Council of Stone |
| Significance | Rest point and water station for travelers on the path to Surnaketh |
Ir-Tarin is a small Deep Road waystation situated between Zarik-Val and the monastic settlement of Surnaketh. It serves as the sole way point along the 55-mile route, offering rest and water for those traveling deeper into the range.
Geography
The outpost is carved into a bend of the tunnel where cooler air accumulates and condensation forms along the walls. A shallow basin naturally collects fresh water in the chamber’s center. The space is dimly lit and shelves carved into the walls provide seating or storage for passing travelers.
History
Originally shaped by early Deep Road crews for their own purposes, over time, minor additions were made—a water catchment and smoothed benches being the most notable.
Defenses and Watch
The station is unguarded and unwalled. On rare occasions, a passing warden or initiate en route to Surnaketh may stay briefly, but there is no formal post assigned to the location.